South Chestermans was perfect side shore, but this meant any wave riding was not possible. Tacks in and out were at right angles to the wave. Wind was up and down. One minute I'm hanging on for life, the next minute I'm on my ass because not enough power to kite. 12meter Rebel was the kite. It was pretty tough. Constant battle to keep speed, deal with waves when wind dropped, blah blah blah. Total session was 24 minutes.
Took out the GO Pro but the footage is useless with a chest mount.
Self launch with anchor on log went great. packed up gear, hit north chestermans for head high perfect off shore clean empty waves with my surf board.
The SE winds are tough. 2 days out so far during this trip, and both times it is a little on the sketchy side.
Wind did ramp up later, but with huge holes in the wind, gusts lulls etc. I didn't even consider pumping up the smaller kite.
Wind is expected again in a day or two, and next time I'll try Long Beach. I think this will work, as it will be a little more side on shore, allowing for wave riding.
No pictures, as I was alone and on a mission. Wife didn't even leave the cabin until 4pm due to extreme weather.