H20 demo, RRD toys and Brazil Baby

Hey all,

I'm now back from the RRD Conference in Cyprus and was amped for a sail tomorrow on Friday and boy did i get it - FULL POWER 3.5 and great fun. I as at Poole  over the weekend too, for the H20 sports demo, good to see lots of you lovely people there, who came down for a chat and checked out the RRD / Ezzy goodness. We got wind and sun on the Saturday, awesome  : )

If you wish to see a sneak preview of what is all goodness and light from RRD then check out a video where I present the New and existing RRD toys . Whilst we are talking RRD the very man Roberto highlights the key features of the highly acclaimed Firemoves, which are currently getting rave reviews.

BRIEF CLINIC NEWS:


If you fancy wind, warmth & good times join me for some top class coaching to give your gybes, stunts, stance and freestyle a boost in Prasonisi, Rhodes this June. Few spaces available on the weeks of June 13, 20 and 27th. More details on Rhodes in June and September.


Brazil price and logistics are being rijigged now due to a flight change and it will now be Jeri only to bring the costs down. The twin centre option from last year added an additional transfer and all the fun of the beach buggy trip but increases the trip by a day and adds further costs, albeit huge fun and very much enjoyed by one and all in 2011 : )  Flying out on Nov 27th and back on Dec 8th.

When I get the chance I will give you a rundown on the action from Marvelous Moulay. In the meantime, enjoy the wind and yourself - 'it's later than you think.'


Carpe Diem,

Jem
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Ps thanks to Dave White for filming and editing the movies and for his glorious pics, with a few ones of the, soon to be released, New Wave Cult Quads sneaking in there.


You might have noticed me on the RRD sail in the mast mount pic, fear not I'm still Ezzy through and through but got to sail and test some other brands and also what our valued retailers will be selling. Whitey will be waxing lyrical about the RRD sails and you can catch him too at the H20 Poole demo this weekend : )

Marvelous Marsa & latest news

I hope this update finds you as excited as I am about some warmer and windier weather on the horizon. Some of you will be thinking about getting out for your first session of the northern hemisphere spring and wondering if it is warm enough? Well, the sea temps are on the up, the days are longer and the wind has finally returned and like you I am praying for a relatively warmer and most definitely windy weekend for you to go out and get your sea legs back - so please get your kit ready, watch the forecasts and lets get you good old ocean realignment.


This newsletter will highlight some upcoming UK events I have, highlight latest clinic availability, give you the report on my recent clinic to Marsa Alam and I will slip in lots of other juicy links and info too.


As I am enjoying some time at home on the south coast of the UK I arranged 2 local events;

1. On Thursday April April 26th I showed off all the RRD / Ezzy toys at Andy Biggs Watersports on Hayling Island, 02392 467755. I will also be talking kit set ups and handing out some top technique tips and give you a chance to ask me any questions you wish to ask.
2. I arranged on Friday April 27th a jump & loop day at West Wittering through X train / 2XS . It is on a rollover, so if it is windy will run - but alas none came - next opportunity is July now, phone 01243 513077 to book up.


CLINICS:

1. Reliable Rhodes in Perfect Prasonisi this June has the last few places so get yourself some wind, sun, a great holiday and a definite performance boost by booking ASAP.
2. Psc, Baja in August has one or 2 places left for my 'down the line pure deep joy' wave riding and water person clinic.
3. The Brazil clinic has now been CHANGED TO JERI ONLY and has lots of interest and bookings are coming in now so join me for GUARANTEED WIND, WARMTH & WAVES


For BRAZIL and RHODES please book with Sportif on 0044 (0)1273 844919.  Email me to discuss your options and suitability for either of these clinics or indeed for the down the line joy of PSC, Baja.


 March 2012 saw me return to Marvelous Marsa Alam after my inaugural visit in 2011 and my clients and I were not disappointed, we had 4 - 5 days planing on week one and it was full power on week 2 including one windy onshore day which was great for jumping, fun and frolics. Hats off to both groups as they both worked hard and stepped up their sailing. Both weeks saw the coveted 'most improved sailor' prize go to the relatively lower ability members of the clinic, Greg Brown worked incredibly hard and was unrecognisable from the chap in the rescue boat on the first 2 days to a full speed flying machine by day 6. In week 2 Ian 'EastBourne Massive' G. improved steadily every day and was fully working on his gybes by the end of the week, while trying to destroy my beloved RRD FSW 102 V2 : )

I would like to mention that in week one I broke my record for amount of different nationalities on a clinic, with the total being 8, hailing from Holland, Finland, French Canada, Italy, Ireland, Greece, Bermuda and the UK, of course. The centre there is very friendly and quiet, the sailing area vast and uncrowded, with flat water inside, chop and then swell outside and the food is damn fine. We will be back in March 2013 and if you want to join us then book early as this will have a very high amount of returning rippers.

In other news you might like to check out a great Interview with John Skye on the fab Boards online mag, their Spring edition bumper Mag is out now with lots of great articles and is a fantastic read. If you wish to catch up on some technique joy from my good self then catch up on my 'Moves that Matter' technique series.

PRODUCT PLUGS

Ah yes, you knew these were coming, well RRD have come out with a mighty fine Inflatable SUP for those of you that can't store these rather large items and want a very ease to use and performance product.


Next up my RRD FireMove 110 continues to blow both my clients and I away, the best I can say about this board is that after people sail it they say, I want one! It planes sooo damn early, goes quick and is easy to sail and gybes like a dream, and I can 360 and loop it too : )


Lastly, I got the chance to test and tune the Ezzy Cheetah 6.5 out in Egypt and found it lighter and faster then the previous Freeride incarnations, yet still with the same massive wind range and fabulous build quality and it sets on a 430 mast - sweet. Check out the attached advert!

COMING UP
 I am off to taste and enjoy the Magic of Moulay, Morocco with Oceansource.net on my 2 wave clinics there, it will be full carnage as people move on up in jumps, rides and loops of all kinds - can't wait !!

Goodbye from me and if you don't go then you won't know,
Enjoy,

Jem
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ps the pics are mainly courtesy of Mary Bush - big thanks to her - page down for more pics

PPS FRIDAY FUNNY - check out this blast from the past courtesy of Dr Richard Dudley - nice shorts and great stance from me : )

Brazil rocks and a Merry Xmas

XMAS GIFT IDEAS:



Nah, not really - However, Sophie and I and the team @ RRD / Ezzy would all like to wish you all a very Merry Xmas and a windy ripping 2012.


I am just back from my Brazil combo clinic which went very well. Expect to get a full run down right here in the new year and Dave White is working on the video and took loads of pics.


In the meantime if you want to get your windsurfing holiday fix and guarantee to get your windsurfing 'Higher, Faster and Stronger for 2012 then please book your preferred choice of clinic before they sell out. Or get in touch with me for some advice on which venue and date would best suit your individual needs.

 Pic 1; My Brazil combo clinic crew including Karel T, Roman F, Simone P, Anna R, Gary M, Stefan K, Adrian C, Dan H, Camiel L, Peter M and Crispin D.


Marsa Alam, Egypt in March has the last few places, Rhodes in June is selling fast and I have a huge amount of interest in my last 2 places in Psc, Baja for my down the line deep joy wave coaching clinic.

 Pic 2; Crossing the river on the way to Jeri from Icari, lots of people, beach buggies and a small raft - nice



Thanks again for all your support in 2011 and I look forward to seeing and coaching many of you in 2012.

Enjoy,

Jem
PS. Oh, allright then here is one idea for a mighty fine Xmas present, the FYM - Trilogy, including all 3 of my coaching DVDS.

Pics: Credit to Dave White for these : )

Pic 3; Boss man Wouter finally off the sun lounger and clocking up the airtime in Jeri on his FSW 96 and Panther Ltd Edition

Pic 4; Sophie and I and RRD / Ezzy / Seasprite boss Wouter loving the Jeri sunset with the RRD FSW 84 & 96

Reliable Rhodes and 2011 last orders

Wow,
What a difference some winds makes, just had 3 great days sailing with friends and catching up with customers with everyone loving it. Whilst I was out in Reliable Rhodes, for June and and early July, it was fantastic to hear of windy reports from home as we also scored many great days over there too. This newsletter is just to say hi and that i will update you on Rhodes in the next one and that I will now inevitably inform you of the latest availability on my windsurf coaching clinics.

2011 Last Orders please:

The wind, warmth, waves and golden joy of both Mauritius (One Last place!) and the Brazil combo clinic (Limited) are also open for bookings too, but the spaces will inevitably sell out soon. These are your last chances for 2011 as Psc, Baja, Rhodes in September and Ireland are sold out : )

2012 - Now Booking:

Marvelous Marsa Alam in March, is already seeing alot of business so take the opportunity to escape the winter and get a pre season tune up.

Reliable Rhodes in June is already booking up with many of my 2010 and 2011 customers already signing up which is great news.

For both clinics book with Sportif Travel please, get in touch with me to check your ability and aspirations.


Lastly, Moulay, 'pure deep wave joy,' is almost sold out and so I am taking applications for the last few places. FYI - Both this and Punta San Carlos, Baja, Mexico often sell out with pre registration and very early bookings

Get involved and take action NOW to move your windsurfing forward and, of course, enjoy yourself, it's later than you think.

HEADS UP
The National Windsurf Festival + NSUPF  is on 3-4 Sept 2011 and the RRD and Ezzy toys and I will be there and if you sign up NOW for this fabulous and fun racing event now then you can seize the opportinity of the first 250 competitive entries getting their event rash vest free! We even have MR. Roberto Ricci coming over for the event to race and talk about his toys : )

enjoy,
Jem
PICS: 3 posses of very happy and much imporved Rhodes Rippers.

Grabit 360 on the New Rrd Firemove 100, which both my customers and I loved!! Test of it here. Thanks to Karel / Jana for the pic.

Forward at the wave beach on the Rrd Contest Cult Quad 92. Thanks to Pieter L and Yumi for the wave beach pics.

Last Orders for Rhodes

I am just back from meeting with my sponsors RRD out in Tuscany, Italy and am catching up on office time before heading out to wonderful reliable Rhodes (video here), which has the last spaces AVAILABLE NOW, so it is very much last orders at the bar : )

Jem and Roberto, damn itchy beard has gone now : )

SUP action in Moulay, Morocco on the RRD Stand up 11

Marcus Hope surfing it up in style!

CLINIC SPACES

We have 1 or 2 spaces on the June 22nd & 29th Rhodes coaching clinics INCLUDING one space in a female share room for June 22nd.

The Sept 7th Rhodes clinic is now SOLD OUT


The wind, warmth, waves and golden joy of both Mauritius and the Brazil combo clinic are also open for bookings too, but the spaces will inevitably sell out soon : )


Please enjoy the surfing and SUPing pics from Moulay, and thanks to Clive 'El Toro' Boden for these. Nice pic of Marcus surfing! A lot of my crew took huge leaps forward in their waterperson time and got right into it, this will pay huge dividends for their wavesailing!


So its goodnight from me, goodnight from them, and goodnight Vienna.

Clive 'El Toro' Boden signing off

Enjoy,

Jem
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Ps If you fancy an amazing medium wind gybing machine and a breath of freemove / ride fresh air then please consider the RRD FireMove range, wide but thin depth and rails so it planes early, goes fast and gybes like a dream. Great test here and the stats in this test are wrong the 110 is 236 x 75cms and feels like 120 litres.

Roberto Ricci showing off the FireMoves in Ltd Edition on the left, and X Tech on the right

Skyeboy laying down a gybe on the X tech FireMove

Andrea Rosati, head tester for RRD, clocking moving on up in some airtime

40th and upcoming events

A Happy Easter to you all. No doubt some time out soon beckons and if the wind does not show please consider getting your awesome waterperson physiques into and onto the water and doing some light wind fundamentals or freestyling and / or hiring / getting out stand up paddle boarding which can be hired in many places now : )

UPCOMING EVENTS:
The National Windsurf Week kicks off on May 1st. where we ask you to enthuse people to learn or continue to improve their windsurfing. There will be lots of free beginner and taster sessions all over the country as well as the Sunrise to Sunset W4CR (windsurf 4 cancer research).

This weekend is kicking off in style with the legendary Round Hayling event on Friday 22nd, this involves racing around as much of the Island as the wind and your ability permits and also a SUP race too.

Saturday and Sunday sees Hayling beach front host both the first slalom and freestyle competitions of the year where our rippers, Adam Sims and Connor Bainbridge and our new man Will Rogers will be strutting their stuff. There are also fleets for amateurs as well as pros.

BREAKING CLINIC NEWS:
My next UK coaching for Improvers and Intermediates is on May 19th at Blithfield reservoir through BOARDWISE on 01543 505084.

We have a few spaces on the June 29th Rhodes coaching clinic which has changed status to ADVANCED thereby opening up its appeal, whilst looping will still be well covered for those wanting this move.

The wind, warmth, waves and golden joy of both Mauritius and the Brazil combo clinic are also open for bookings too, but the spaces will sell out soon : )

Lastly, my Dad and I celebrated our respective 70th and 40th birthdays this weekend and we partied in style with friends. I would like to say a huge thanks for all the best wishes, cards and presents and to Sophie, the lovely Mrs. Hall, for both organising and presenting me with my new number plate .. 

rip and enjoy,

Jem

PS you can now follow me on my NEW blog, should you so wish, big thanks to Emile @ Acroweb for this ..