Best news in a looong time
The pwa worldtour returns to Cold Hawaii in 2014!!
The event Was cancelled not to long ago due to insufficient funds, but now we are back on !
More here
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Showing posts with label Windsurfing. Show all posts
Apr 16, 2014
Mar 24, 2014
Weekend recap.
A classic combination of lots of action and little time has limited the amount of posts lately. I will try to make up for it woth a few posts the coming days.
You will have a great time going through the most recent post from Rip and Snap, lots of
Windsurf:
And Surfing ( warning : lot of barrels):
Cold Hawaii Surfcamp have posted photos as well:
I will try and go through some of my own photo evidens in the coming days
You will have a great time going through the most recent post from Rip and Snap, lots of
Windsurf:
And Surfing ( warning : lot of barrels):
Cold Hawaii Surfcamp have posted photos as well:
I will try and go through some of my own photo evidens in the coming days
Mar 19, 2014
SurfEars
This looks like a really cool project, that I think you should support if you have the oppurtunity.
I still have a feeling of bad consciousness whenever I get into cold water and I feel the pain form cold water getting in your ear.
If you spend a lot of time in cold water , your risk of getting surfers ear ( the common name for an exostosis or abnormal bone growth within the ear canal).
check out the site
I still have a feeling of bad consciousness whenever I get into cold water and I feel the pain form cold water getting in your ear.
If you spend a lot of time in cold water , your risk of getting surfers ear ( the common name for an exostosis or abnormal bone growth within the ear canal).
check out the site
Mar 11, 2014
Weekend recap
I know I am a little late for this, but a lot of stuff has been going on. Plenty of action over the weekend as well.
Friday was the previously mentioned Moonlight surf, it turned out a big success with a good crowd and some nice waves
There has been some windsurf action as well
Even I got to go for a very nice sunny session, in between eating birthdaycake with the family.
Friday was the previously mentioned Moonlight surf, it turned out a big success with a good crowd and some nice waves
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| Check out more shots here |
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| Lars Petersen flying in to the sun |
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| More here |
Even I got to go for a very nice sunny session, in between eating birthdaycake with the family.
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| Dont mind the facialexpression - it was an epic session |
Birthday Presents
Over the weekend I celebrated my birthday and I was lucky enough to score some cool gifts.
Here are a couple of nice gadgets that I think you should check out if you get the chance. They come highly recommended
Atan Surf-boots
I was lucky enough to score two pairs of theese. They without comparrison the best boots you will ever get your hans on ( If you ask me). Give yourself the chance to check them out the next time you shopping for surfboots.
I got the toasty warm 6.5 mm winter-version and the 3mm spring version
Order your next pair here
Kanu logs
If you like me drive a smaller car it can ease your mind that you are able to lock down your boards and reduce the risk of theft.
These steel-enforced straps look like the real del to me I will definitely put them to use during this seasons combined family-surf trips
SUP -tips with Danni Ching
for practising your technique... pretty cool
Get your copy here
Here are a couple of nice gadgets that I think you should check out if you get the chance. They come highly recommended
Atan Surf-boots
I was lucky enough to score two pairs of theese. They without comparrison the best boots you will ever get your hans on ( If you ask me). Give yourself the chance to check them out the next time you shopping for surfboots.
I got the toasty warm 6.5 mm winter-version and the 3mm spring version
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| Reminds you a bit of a Fetich-party? - dont be fooled they rock |
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| My daugther agrees -they rock |
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| Took the 3 mm boots for a spin on sunday- great session no problems keeping warm. More on the session later |
Order your next pair here
Kanu logs
If you like me drive a smaller car it can ease your mind that you are able to lock down your boards and reduce the risk of theft.
These steel-enforced straps look like the real del to me I will definitely put them to use during this seasons combined family-surf trips
SUP -tips with Danni Ching
for practising your technique... pretty cool
Get your copy here
Mar 2, 2014
Cold Hawaii Q and A
Friends of Cold Hawaii answer a lot of the mostly asked questions about this years cancelled World cup event.
Here is the news, copied from their website:
Responses to queries
After Friends of Cold Hawaii’s announcement that there will be no World Cup in 2014, the matter has been discussed widely. Part of what has been said is true, but there is also a part, which is not (completely) correct, and some is the result of misunderstandings. Based on the reactions, the association has made this series of questions and answers. With that, we hope we can contribute to a better understanding of the core of the situation.
Facts:
Q: What is Cold Hawaii?
A: Cold Hawaii is an area in Thisted municipality, more specific the coastline from Agger in the south to Hamburg north-east of Hanstholm.
Q: Is Friends of Cold Hawaii a sports club?
A: Friends of Cold Hawaii is not a sports club, but a business/trade association, whose primary purpose is to organize a windsurf World Cup in Thy. By dissolution of the association, any assets will be transferred to youth work in water sports associations in Thisted Municipality.
Q: What is the purpose of Cold Hawaii PWA World Cup?
A: The purpose of the event is to promote Thisted Municipality as an attractive place to live and spend holidays throughout the year, benefitting the businesses.
Q: How does Cold Hawaii PWA World Cup fulfil the purpose of Friends of Cold Hawaii?
A: This is done through the massive media coverage the event creates, and from this, the general interest for the area as a destination for outdoor activities.
Q: What is the sports element of Cold Hawaii PWA World Cup?
A: Cold Hawaii PWA World Cup has so far been held 4 times in September from 2010 to 2013. The participants are 32 of the world’s best windsurfers, who have beforehand qualified for the event.
Q: How is Cold Hawaii PWA World Cup run?
A: The Cold Hawaii PWA World Cup is run by a group of volunteers and a group of paid employees.
There are approximately 150 volunteers involved; several of these come from the associations KLF66, the local fishing association, and NASA, the local surf club.
The paid employees are primarily hired for project management, communication and distribution of the event, including content for television and press relations.
Q: How is the economy for Cold Hawaii PWA World Cup put together?
A: The accounts of the event in 2013, shows revenue of DKK 2.1 million. The income is distributed on DKK 300,000 from Thisted Municipality, DKK 900,000 in sponsorships, memberships and ad revenue, and finally DKK 900,000 in other funding for example from Sport Event Denmark, Region Nordjylland (North Region of Denmark) and VisitNordjylland. The outcome of the event in 2013 is a loss of DKK 32,000. In 2014 it was expected to have increased revenue from sponsorships, memberships and advertisers but reduced income from other funding, including the absence of income of DKK 150,000 from Sport Event Denmark.
Q: Is Friends of Cold Hawaii responsible for other assignments?
A: Friends of Cold Hawaii has, apart from organizing the World Cup, taken on assignments such as ministerial visits, visits from abroad as well as feedback and approaches from researchers and institutions during the year.
Q: Was it too early that Friends of Cold Hawaii decided not to carry through with the event in 2014?
A: It was made clear that the association needed a grant of DKK 500,000 from Thisted Municipality, to be able to continue the work with fundraising and running the event. With DKK 350,000 it was decided, that it was not possible to carry through with the event.
Q: Could other possibilities for financing have been researched better?
A: The board of the association Friends of Cold Hawaii has assessed that the prospect for success, are small. The association consider it an expression of responsibility.
Q: Is there any bitterness at Friends of Cold Hawaii, about not being granted the DKK 500,000?
A: There is no one in Friends of Cold Hawaii who is bitter. We are proud of the process from 2010 – 2013 and believe that everybody who has contributed can be proud of it. The four years with Cold Hawaii PWA World Cup have been positive. That is what the association is focused on.
Q: Is it not ungrateful to not accept the DKK 350,000?
A: We are not “given” DKK 350,000 from Thisted Municipality. The municipality has approved DKK 350,000, if, and only if, Cold Hawaii PWA World Cup is held. If we fail to find the remaining funding (DKK 1,850,000) nothing will be paid out from Thisted Municipality.
Q: Why can the budget not be reduced with DKK 150,000, and by that adjust the expenses?
A: Friends of Cold Hawaii wishes for an event with a certain level of production. The board of the association has concluded, that it is not possible to keep that level if the budget is being reduced. Therefor it is not possible with cutbacks in the budget.
Q: What is going to happen now?
A: To start with, Cold Hawaii PWA World Cup is taken off the programme for 2014. The association is now planning this year’s activities. Apart from that, Friends of Cold Hawaii is working on a model for a World Cup in 2015 and the years that follow.
Here is the news, copied from their website:
Responses to queries
After Friends of Cold Hawaii’s announcement that there will be no World Cup in 2014, the matter has been discussed widely. Part of what has been said is true, but there is also a part, which is not (completely) correct, and some is the result of misunderstandings. Based on the reactions, the association has made this series of questions and answers. With that, we hope we can contribute to a better understanding of the core of the situation.
Facts:
Q: What is Cold Hawaii?
A: Cold Hawaii is an area in Thisted municipality, more specific the coastline from Agger in the south to Hamburg north-east of Hanstholm.
Q: Is Friends of Cold Hawaii a sports club?
A: Friends of Cold Hawaii is not a sports club, but a business/trade association, whose primary purpose is to organize a windsurf World Cup in Thy. By dissolution of the association, any assets will be transferred to youth work in water sports associations in Thisted Municipality.
Q: What is the purpose of Cold Hawaii PWA World Cup?
A: The purpose of the event is to promote Thisted Municipality as an attractive place to live and spend holidays throughout the year, benefitting the businesses.
Q: How does Cold Hawaii PWA World Cup fulfil the purpose of Friends of Cold Hawaii?
A: This is done through the massive media coverage the event creates, and from this, the general interest for the area as a destination for outdoor activities.
Q: What is the sports element of Cold Hawaii PWA World Cup?
A: Cold Hawaii PWA World Cup has so far been held 4 times in September from 2010 to 2013. The participants are 32 of the world’s best windsurfers, who have beforehand qualified for the event.
Q: How is Cold Hawaii PWA World Cup run?
A: The Cold Hawaii PWA World Cup is run by a group of volunteers and a group of paid employees.
There are approximately 150 volunteers involved; several of these come from the associations KLF66, the local fishing association, and NASA, the local surf club.
The paid employees are primarily hired for project management, communication and distribution of the event, including content for television and press relations.
Q: How is the economy for Cold Hawaii PWA World Cup put together?
A: The accounts of the event in 2013, shows revenue of DKK 2.1 million. The income is distributed on DKK 300,000 from Thisted Municipality, DKK 900,000 in sponsorships, memberships and ad revenue, and finally DKK 900,000 in other funding for example from Sport Event Denmark, Region Nordjylland (North Region of Denmark) and VisitNordjylland. The outcome of the event in 2013 is a loss of DKK 32,000. In 2014 it was expected to have increased revenue from sponsorships, memberships and advertisers but reduced income from other funding, including the absence of income of DKK 150,000 from Sport Event Denmark.
Q: Is Friends of Cold Hawaii responsible for other assignments?
A: Friends of Cold Hawaii has, apart from organizing the World Cup, taken on assignments such as ministerial visits, visits from abroad as well as feedback and approaches from researchers and institutions during the year.
Q: Was it too early that Friends of Cold Hawaii decided not to carry through with the event in 2014?
A: It was made clear that the association needed a grant of DKK 500,000 from Thisted Municipality, to be able to continue the work with fundraising and running the event. With DKK 350,000 it was decided, that it was not possible to carry through with the event.
Q: Could other possibilities for financing have been researched better?
A: The board of the association Friends of Cold Hawaii has assessed that the prospect for success, are small. The association consider it an expression of responsibility.
Q: Is there any bitterness at Friends of Cold Hawaii, about not being granted the DKK 500,000?
A: There is no one in Friends of Cold Hawaii who is bitter. We are proud of the process from 2010 – 2013 and believe that everybody who has contributed can be proud of it. The four years with Cold Hawaii PWA World Cup have been positive. That is what the association is focused on.
Q: Is it not ungrateful to not accept the DKK 350,000?
A: We are not “given” DKK 350,000 from Thisted Municipality. The municipality has approved DKK 350,000, if, and only if, Cold Hawaii PWA World Cup is held. If we fail to find the remaining funding (DKK 1,850,000) nothing will be paid out from Thisted Municipality.
Q: Why can the budget not be reduced with DKK 150,000, and by that adjust the expenses?
A: Friends of Cold Hawaii wishes for an event with a certain level of production. The board of the association has concluded, that it is not possible to keep that level if the budget is being reduced. Therefor it is not possible with cutbacks in the budget.
Q: What is going to happen now?
A: To start with, Cold Hawaii PWA World Cup is taken off the programme for 2014. The association is now planning this year’s activities. Apart from that, Friends of Cold Hawaii is working on a model for a World Cup in 2015 and the years that follow.
Feb 24, 2014
More Westcoast Fire
As previously mentioned, we have had a spell of good conditions lately.
Wind, waves and temperatures that give some hope of spring lurking just around the corner.
There has been lots of windsurf action:
Here Lars Petersen gets some serious Airtime haniging over the lip
Maybe a nominee for "danish surfphoto of the year 2014" ?
Rocket Air:
Another facebook page worth following is this
Enjoy a few recent photos from Cold Hawaii
Further south we had both
surf:
Here Lars Petersen gets some serious Airtime haniging over the lip
Maybe a nominee for "danish surfphoto of the year 2014" ?
Rocket Air:
Another facebook page worth following is this
Enjoy a few recent photos from Cold Hawaii
Further south we had both
surf:
And SUP conditions
Feb 16, 2014
Home ground
When I was younger I used to windsurf a lot on the danish island Rømø as it was the nearest wavespot from my parents house. I still go there maybe 2-3 imes a year and mostly like it. Its often described as the softer sister of legendary Sylt. I wouldn't call it that beause I find that they are two very diffrent spots. At Rømø, like Sylt, west -wind is directly onshore, so the best thing is to have some sort of angle, Southwest or south-southeast are the preferred wind directions but I have also had some pretty fun days in a northwesterly wind. There are a lot of sandbanks so you will have to manage a lot of breaking waves going out.
The on land conditions deserve some mentioning as well.
You park on the very large beach and when the conditions are on, you will have sand flying and getting in everywhere. The sand also makes for some pretty interesting driving as there is a potential risk of getting stuck. I remember that all too well from bak in the days when I had to borrow my parents car. It was quite a task just getting permission to lend the old wreck and you didn't, under no circumstances, want to return it all covered in sand.
Here is a nice movie about some guys surfing my old home break, I enjoyed it !
The on land conditions deserve some mentioning as well.
You park on the very large beach and when the conditions are on, you will have sand flying and getting in everywhere. The sand also makes for some pretty interesting driving as there is a potential risk of getting stuck. I remember that all too well from bak in the days when I had to borrow my parents car. It was quite a task just getting permission to lend the old wreck and you didn't, under no circumstances, want to return it all covered in sand.
Here is a nice movie about some guys surfing my old home break, I enjoyed it !
Feb 5, 2014
Safety first
As I have grown older and after becoming a father I have been giving the safety aspekt of our sport more and more attention.
I have probably surfed for than 20 years without suffering any real injuries aside from bruises and scratches.
None the less I bought a helmet a few years ago to use while windsurfing in more extreme conditions.
The latest addition to my safety equipment is the Restube
It is a small and Handy device that wont bother your performance on the water, it can be worn attached to your harness or camelback on longer sup runs
with one strong pull the floating body inflates and you even have an integrated rescue whistle.
Watch the video to learn more.
I will definitely be wearing mine during this years sup-races including the ocean crossing Strokes
I have probably surfed for than 20 years without suffering any real injuries aside from bruises and scratches.
None the less I bought a helmet a few years ago to use while windsurfing in more extreme conditions.
The latest addition to my safety equipment is the Restube
It is a small and Handy device that wont bother your performance on the water, it can be worn attached to your harness or camelback on longer sup runs
with one strong pull the floating body inflates and you even have an integrated rescue whistle.
Watch the video to learn more.
I will definitely be wearing mine during this years sup-races including the ocean crossing Strokes
Jan 30, 2014
Sad News
While the snow is falling heavily outside , I have just learned that 2014 Cold Hawaii windsurf world cup seems to have been cancelled.
Here is the word from the penguin
Here is the word from the penguin
Jan 16, 2014
Swedish Winter Action
Jan 9, 2014
Freestyle Champion
I just received this sweet frestyle edit showcasing the danish windsurf freestyle champion Rasmus Rahbek Oegelund. Shot back in sunny september
Enjoy
Klitmøller from Rasmus Øgelund on Vimeo.
Enjoy
Klitmøller from Rasmus Øgelund on Vimeo.
Jan 2, 2014
Happy New Year
First of Happy new year to all of you, I hope you made it safely in to 2014.
What a year it has been, lots of water time and lots of fun, hopefully I will be able to have the same amount of fun in 2014.
We still have surfconditions almost on a daily basis, this winter is absolutely amazing.
As I am writing this I am actually on my out th e door to score another surf-session
Here is another video showing you some of the bice conditions we are experiencing at the moment.
LarsBj from Kristian Rønn Lauritsen on Vimeo.
If you are desperate for warm windsurfconditions, check out the Kulingvarning-guys enjoying warm-Hawaii
What a year it has been, lots of water time and lots of fun, hopefully I will be able to have the same amount of fun in 2014.
We still have surfconditions almost on a daily basis, this winter is absolutely amazing.
As I am writing this I am actually on my out th e door to score another surf-session
Here is another video showing you some of the bice conditions we are experiencing at the moment.
LarsBj from Kristian Rønn Lauritsen on Vimeo.
If you are desperate for warm windsurfconditions, check out the Kulingvarning-guys enjoying warm-Hawaii
Dec 26, 2013
More x-mas sessions
The conditions over the hollidays have been absolutely amazing . Its been pretty hard to keep both the family and the surfer happy. Both I am truly a lucky man as my wife and the rest of the family is pretty tolerant tomy addiction.
I had a superb session on the 25.
Local Waterman Lars Petersen has enjoyed some pretty spectacular windsurf conditions, be sure sure to follow him on facebook, but you have to be prepare for feeling like you are missing out because he gets a lot of water-time..
Here the most reason shots
I had a superb session on the 25.
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| Nice Waves and offshore wind, more to follow from this session |
Lars was
there as well enjoying his birthday with nice waves
Local Waterman Lars Petersen has enjoyed some pretty spectacular windsurf conditions, be sure sure to follow him on facebook, but you have to be prepare for feeling like you are missing out because he gets a lot of water-time..
Here the most reason shots
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| Jaw-dropping |
Dec 11, 2013
PWA Cold hawaii Highligths
Great action from the recent event in Cold Hawaiii brougth to you by spotas.lt
Dec 7, 2013
Bodil the Storm
Finally an update from stormy Denmark. Thursday and friday the country was in an absolute lock down , all bridges closed down, and the kids were sent home from school early. I wasn.t able to hit the water due to above reasons.
The Storm was named Bodil, sam name as my 2 year old daugther :-)
Bu I will try and give you a little look of some of what has been happening:
Hvide Sande was hit really really hard by the storm .
Further North the SKP-boys were out there
Robert Sand had a pretty dramatic windsurf session
On the east coast danish Surf-champ Christoffer Hartkopp got some media coverage:
You simply must check out RIPandSNAP for more action
The Storm was named Bodil, sam name as my 2 year old daugther :-)
Bu I will try and give you a little look of some of what has been happening:
Hvide Sande was hit really really hard by the storm .
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| I think the weather station freaked out a little |
The view from the local cafe
Robert Sand had a pretty dramatic windsurf session
You simply must check out RIPandSNAP for more action
Dec 5, 2013
Christmas Wishes
Last year I made a list of Christmas Wishes and after unwrapping my presents I actuelly ended up with quite a few of them.
So this year I am once again going to hare the list with you and I am hoping that Santa is also paying attention.
There is no real hardware in here , but just things that will help make your life in and around the water a little more fun
Floatable sunglasses
A great idea if you spend a lot of hours on the water. I not sure how well they work in heavier surf but i am willing to give them a go on the more mellow days
Check out
Dunkerbeck Eyewear
or Bomber Eyewear
Nikon 1 AW1:
This new action sports camera looks great, I am not sure about the prize range though
K4 Harness mount:
The harness mount offers a nice perspective to the reportier of the go pro.
Cold Hawaiis own Lars Petersen has made some pretty spectular shots with an extended pole
Winter - booties:
The best boots on the market in my opinion are the french made ATAN
Ear plugs
After having seen some pretty severe cases of surfers ear , I really should get me a pair of theese for cold water sessions
So this year I am once again going to hare the list with you and I am hoping that Santa is also paying attention.
There is no real hardware in here , but just things that will help make your life in and around the water a little more fun
Floatable sunglasses
A great idea if you spend a lot of hours on the water. I not sure how well they work in heavier surf but i am willing to give them a go on the more mellow days
Check out
Dunkerbeck Eyewear
or Bomber Eyewear
Nikon 1 AW1:
This new action sports camera looks great, I am not sure about the prize range though
K4 Harness mount:
The harness mount offers a nice perspective to the reportier of the go pro.
Cold Hawaiis own Lars Petersen has made some pretty spectular shots with an extended pole
Winter - booties:
The best boots on the market in my opinion are the french made ATAN
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| Get yours at surfsko.dk |
After having seen some pretty severe cases of surfers ear , I really should get me a pair of theese for cold water sessions
Dec 1, 2013
Great Day
A great Saturday with wind-waves and sun. No wind early on in the day, but by afternonn the wind was howling and Hvide Sande was on fire.
I haven't seen windsurf conditions like this for quite a while.
I will try and give you a quick walk through.
Lots of kiters out, a few windsurfers and a few prone surfers .
All of us enjoying the relative mild end of november conditions
The calender says winter but it doesn't really fell like it
It was a little hard getting good footage, standing on the new pier and shooting the windsurfers and Kiters in the Beachbreak you will be looking straight in to the sun.
But some times you get rewarded.
A few surfers enjoyed the windblown conditions in betweens
Unfortunately i had some issues with my camera and i had a lot of blurred shots
I haven't seen windsurf conditions like this for quite a while.
I will try and give you a quick walk through.
Lots of kiters out, a few windsurfers and a few prone surfers .
All of us enjoying the relative mild end of november conditions
The calender says winter but it doesn't really fell like it
It was a little hard getting good footage, standing on the new pier and shooting the windsurfers and Kiters in the Beachbreak you will be looking straight in to the sun.
But some times you get rewarded.
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| I really like the light (and the action ) in this photo A few kite shots |
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| Tricky light |
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| Nice waves |
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| Nice looking board |
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| Flying sand -we love it |
A few surfers enjoyed the windblown conditions in betweens
Unfortunately i had some issues with my camera and i had a lot of blurred shots
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| This could have been a great shot--- gutted |
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