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TheTreeGuy
Since 19 Apr 2015
1 Posts
United States
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Mon Apr 20, 15 5:32 pm looking for a teacher.. |
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I've been saving up all winter and would love to get into the sport as soon as possible but it looks like the kiteboarding schools won't open till mid-may. Does anyone out there know of some way to get out there asap? Does anyone want to take in a greenhorn? |
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jerp
Since 22 Feb 2013
453 Posts
Obsessed
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Mon Apr 20, 15 5:48 pm |
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Contact air pirates , they have started teaching I think |
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Blazeheliski
Since 30 Mar 2011
659 Posts
Mosier
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Mon Apr 20, 15 6:14 pm |
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Yep - nate from air pirates has been doing lessons. He had a couple openings this last weekend. |
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EasyDuzzit
Since 29 Jul 2013
22 Posts
Florence
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Mon Apr 20, 15 9:06 pm |
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The boys at Floras lake were doing lessons this past weekend. Can't think of a better environment, gear and instructors to learn from. |
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Justsmile
Since 20 Jul 2009
1526 Posts
Not Portland
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Mon Apr 20, 15 10:26 pm |
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Broken record. Go to floras to learn and have the most enjoyable time and steadiest wind. Nate is great but the sites to learn up here can be intimidating and not as fun. Give will or Andy a call or reed and josh and head to bandon if you really want to successful and have a great time. _________________ Take a breath; inhale |
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muthergoose
Since 14 Oct 2013
169 Posts
East Couve
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Tue Apr 21, 15 5:56 am |
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What about "Joe the Kiter"? I think hes on this forum. Great teacher, one on one and if your lucky you can get jet ski assist from "rescue Ron" |
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stringy
Since 23 Jun 2006
1731 Posts
vancouver
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Justsmile
Since 20 Jul 2009
1526 Posts
Not Portland
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Tue Apr 21, 15 8:20 am |
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this would be a great alternative that is close. I have seen Joe on the water and he looks dialed. have never met him but someone with a ski who is willing to move from jones to beacon rock sounds like the second best option or first if you want to stay within a hundred mile driving radius. Hit joe up and get out on the water now. almost summer water levels and the river just hit 50 wooohooooo _________________ Take a breath; inhale |
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MarkWorth
Since 02 May 2011
149 Posts
Hood River
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Tue Apr 21, 15 8:34 am |
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Gorge Kiteboard School is open for the season.
I had a very nice lesson last Friday afternoon off the sandbar. The water wasn't too cold and winds were steady.
Of course the crowds on the sandbar are a big problem at this time of year, a kiteboarder went by during the lesson and we were almost distracted for a second.
I am planning on a free safety clinic 10:00am Saturday May 2 at the Event Site to cover board recovery and self rescue. Please spread the word. _________________ Have More Fun!
Mark
Gorge Kiteboard School
http://gorgekiteboardschool.com |
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kitebug
Since 27 Apr 2015
40 Posts
Hood River
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Mon Apr 27, 15 7:59 pm |
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Mark, I really like your safe and efficient teaching style. I've learned so much from you, even now that Im getting into more advanced skills. Glad to see you back for so many seasons! I'll be seeing you soon to take a few more lessons this year. Mark S. _________________ Be the wind |
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