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A few extras…
January 28, 2008
Here are a few extra items of interest from the event available to download:
- Equipment List - FW 2008.pdf (equipment used during the event)
- Prize List - Overall.pdf (prize list and division winners)
- Course Diagrams - SIs.pdf (courses sailed during the event)
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Moderating winds on the final race day
January 25, 2008
Conditions lightened today for the final day of racing at the 2008 Oceanic and Australian Formula Windsurfing Championships. The race committee again got the maximum of four races underway over the day in 12-14 knot winds which later moderated to 8-11 knots for the final two races. The lighter winds allowed some sailors the opportunity to climb the rankings after three days of high winds and big seas.
Check out the final Results after 12 races and 3 drops as well as today’s Photo Gallery and photos from the Prizegiving Ceremony and Dinner. Read on to hear all the action from today’s racing… Read the rest of this entry »
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More windy conditions on Day 3
January 24, 2008
Suttons Beach continues to turn on the wind and perfect racing conditions for the competitor at the 2008 Formula Windsurfing Oceanic and Australian Championships. With 18-24 knots on the course throughout the day and the large swells and difficult shorebreak still present, the conditions pushed the racers to the limits.
Check out the Results after 8 races and 2 drops as well as today’s Photo Gallery and read on to hear all the action from today’s racing… Read the rest of this entry »
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First races away on Day 2
January 23, 2008
The first races at the 2008 Formula Windsurfing Oceanic and Australian Championships kicked off today in strong and consistent 20-25 knot winds, transforming Suttons Beach into a perfect formula arena. After yesterday’s ballistic winds continued long into the night and early morning the sea state at Suttons Beach was looking more like a surf beach with large swells and a decent shore-break giving the competitors a challenging start to the first races of the event…
Check out the Results after 4 races and 1 drop as well as the Photo Galleries and read on to hear all the action from today’s epic conditions… Read the rest of this entry »
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Ballistic Winds on the first Race Day
January 22, 2008
The first day of competition of the 2008 Formula Windsurfing Oceanic and Australian Championships got off to a ballistic start with high winds and large seas pelting the course for the entire day, forcing the competitors to remain on the beach for most of day. With important points for the Formula Windsurfing (FW) World Ranking up for grabs as well as five qualification places for the 2008 World Championships, competitors didn’t want to let the wind go to waste despite the race director’s decision to abandon racing today due to the high winds!
Check out the Photo Galleries from today and yesterday’s pre-event practice race and read on to hear all the action from today’s epic conditions… Read the rest of this entry »
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Practice Race
January 20, 2008
There will be a practice race for all competitors beginning at 2.30pm on Monday 21st January. Registration for this race is not necessary. Forecast is for sun and wind tomorrow so stay tuned for some photos and news before the even starts on Tuesday.
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Hog’s Breath Cafe FE+ Division!
December 22, 2007
This event will now feature the Hog’s Breath Cafe Formula Experience Plus Division; featuring exciting daily prizes from Hog’s Breath Cafe. Sailors can sail the same course, completing only 1 lap, but still be able to start with the rest of the fleet on the same startline. A great way for new racers to experience this event!
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Want more for Free??
December 20, 2007
Thanks to our new sponsors Neil-Pryde, the first 40 paid entrants will receive a Neil-Pryde equipment bag (shown right) valued at RRP$160. That’s worth more than the entry fee! Entry spots are filling fast so remember to get your registration and payment in early to secure yourself a Neil-Pryde bag!
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Swimwear Fashion Parades and More!
November 13, 2007
There will be plenty to checkout at Suttons Beach during the event with Hive Swimwear just announcing they will be running fashion parades of their latest bikini and swimwear ranges as well as organising a stall at the beach for their products. On top of this will be gear demo’s and windsurfing stalls from SurfConnect, windsurfing clinics, opportunities to meet the Pro’s and a WindWanderers social meeting on the Friday… with more to follow!
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Online Payment Now Available!
November 12, 2007
Online payment is now available through this website. Please follow the instructions on the Online Registration page and make your entry fee payment through PAYPAL as well as e-mail your entry details to FW-Australia. Competitors are asked to register early to help the event organisers better cater for the sailors by knowing approximate entry numbers before the event. This helps with all aspects of the organisation involved with the event. The current Entry Lists are also now online.
By registering early, competitors will GUARANTEE receiving a Competitors Pack after sign-on at the event.
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