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Waterturtle replied to Arturo's discussion Sullivan Island

"Yep, tons of internet options for the tide schedule. Usually best to windsurf the opposing tide to wind direction. So at Sullivan's Island Station 30 (just south of Breach Inlet) on SW wind, best to windsurf on outgoing tide. Incoming tide in…"

Jun 21

Waterturtle replied to Waterturtle's discussion SC Ride Guide

"I won't be there this weekend but have fun. One of the kiters spotted a humpback whale out past the sandbar the same time I was out there Wed evening (I didn't see it). Keep your eyes peeled!"

Jun 16

Arturo replied to Waterturtle's discussion SC Ride Guide

"Thanks! That's great info. I'm plan to head down this weekend. I'll be on a blue and green gaastra sail. If it's light I'll be on North SType. See you there."

Jun 15

Waterturtle posted a discussion

SC Ride Guide

a good windsurf/kite launch guide for coastal SC - since many in this forum travel there throughout the year, thought this would be useful. See attached. See More

Jun 15

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Waterturtle replied to Arturo's discussion Sullivan Island

"Attached is the latest SC "Ride" Guide...this was out together by the local kitesurfing community but also applies to windsurfing. Sullivans Island is in there. "

Jun 15

Waterturtle replied to Arturo's discussion Sullivan Island

"I happened to windsurf SI today after work for the first time this year. The sandbars have changed from last year...are moving up closer to the beach. I see South winds forecasted for this weekend. SW wind is best, but South winds will work fine.…"

Jun 14

Waterturtle replied to Waterturtle's discussion Surprise wind today

"Hi William, I spend more time there fall, winter, and spring, but summer afternoons are usually windy....thermal SW winds kick up. There are 2 Facebook groups you can join for more info. "Chucktown Wind Report" is mostly kiters…"

May 25

William Tong replied to Waterturtle's discussion Surprise wind today

"Waterturtle. Moved to Charleston last year from SF Bay Area ... looking to find windsurfing spots. Seems like everything is kitesurfing here. I wanted to transition to Superlight boards but worried about shallow sandbars on…"

May 24

Waterturtle posted a status

"Foiling pics from the weekend..both Sat & Sun afternoons..Rob & I. Foils worked great in the gusty west wind."

May 7

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May 7

Waterturtle posted a discussion

used full rig for sale - Aerotech Air-X 6.4 sail, Nolimitz skinny carbon 460 mast, and Chinook carbon boom

**SOLD**used full rig for sale - Aerotech Air-X 6.4 sail, Nolimitz skinny 460 mast, and Chinook carbon boom (180-246)Will sell separately at listed prices below or all of it together for $400. There is some wear & tear on the sail and boom (details below, can send more pics). The Nolimitz mast is in excellent condition. Full rig includes:$125 - Aerotech Air-X 6.4 sail - was my go to sail for 15-20mph wind, excellent free ride & bump and jump sail, excellent range for lighter wind to…See More

Mar 11

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Waterturtle posted a status

"possible light to medium SW wind this weekend both days. Might bring the foil to Ramsay."

Feb 8

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Waterturtle replied to Waterturtle's discussion Foiling - the maiden voyage

"More detailed blog post on windsurf foiling here: http://thewaterturtle.blogspot.com/2016/11/windsurf-foiling.html?m=1"

Nov 13, 2016

Anthony Vandenberg replied to Waterturtle's discussion Foiling - the maiden voyage

"Dude, sorry coming to seeing this so later... Next time you are heading out, could you let me know, would love to watch... Been thinking bout getting one.... "

Nov 3, 2016

Waterturtle posted a status

"solid NNW 15-20mph b/t 1-2pm at Blythe. Fun powered up on 6.4 & 112lt board while it lasted. then the wind lightened up & became gustier."

Oct 9, 2016

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Waterturtle posted a status

"@ Blythe now (12:35pm)....it's solid 15mph NNW right now...rigging up"

Oct 9, 2016

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