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carlitos

Since 02 Feb 2006
81 Posts
NE pdx
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Mon Oct 06, 08 10:42 am Chicagokitesurfingforum.sucks.com! |
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seems the kiters in chi-town just dont have the time or want non-locals to participate. gotta give props to nwkite.
my gf (shay) is running the marathon next week. perfect opportunity to get some chicago wind was my thinking...tried to register on their forum to get the local beta. no replies from other kiters or the forum admins. i hear they also have some jack-ass stupid rules on the beaches. you have to check in and out with the lifeguards! also you have to fly some streamer from your kite, color coded so other kiters know your ability and willingness to 'help' kiters in distress. fuckn gay if you ask me. streamers? omfg.
in order to obtain these streamers, you have to demonstrate your skills to a certified instructor who determines your level of kitesurfing understanding, safety and skill level. they then issue you a card which you have to give to the lifeguard or beach monitor who then gives you a streamer. after your session, you have to give back the streamer in exchange for your card.
yes im venting.
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Mark

Since 20 Jun 2005
3678 Posts
I need my fix because I'm a
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Mon Oct 06, 08 10:47 am |
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I'd give them a Steamer....  _________________ Cleverly disguised as an adult...
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pdxmonkeyboy

Since 16 May 2006
6081 Posts
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Mon Oct 06, 08 10:51 am Re: Chicagokitesurfingforum.sucks.com! |
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carlitos wrote: | i hear they also have some jack-ass stupid rules on the beaches. you have to check in and out with the lifeguards! also you have to fly some streamer from your kite, color coded so other kiters know your ability and willingness to 'help' kiters in distress. fuckn gay if you ask me. streamers? omfg.
in order to obtain these streamers, you have to demonstrate your skills to a certified instructor who determines your level of kitesurfing understanding, safety and skill level. they then issue you a card which you have to give to the lifeguard or beach monitor who then gives you a streamer. after your session, you have to give back the streamer in exchange for your card.
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genek

Since 21 Jul 2006
2165 Posts
East Po
KGB
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Mon Oct 06, 08 11:02 am |
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Good thing we'll own the eventsite by then
Sounds shitty out there in Chicago. _________________ The Slider Project, LLC
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Kataku2k3

Since 14 Aug 2005
3753 Posts
Los Angeles, CA
Videographer
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Mon Oct 06, 08 11:25 am |
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Fuck that. I'd put 15 streamers on my shit then roll... Kinda crazy for sure.  |
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chanson

Since 31 Jan 2006
1873 Posts
WISCONSIN
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Mon Oct 06, 08 11:29 am |
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Well, I would have to agree... The Chi-forum is not nearly as cool as ours..
Plus they don't post pics..
And, you r right, they don't reply that often, especially to newcomers...kinda weird.
These guys were on the scene early, so maybe they are still a little stiff from converting from windurfing..
They are not all that bad though, I have had a few good sessions with some of them.
The streamer thing is due to a bunch of newbs kiting in downtown Chi at a really busy beach...I think it was closed for awhile.
Carlitos, you should've called me(or I should've posted)....I was in Chi-town and Lake Geneva from Wed. through Sunday for a wedding and itching to kite...didn't bring my gear, but it was perfect 12m on Lake Geneva while I was on my boat...tried tracking down a 12m waroo Blake sold to our buddy last year, but no luck..too much drinking...
one dude likes twin-tips better in the waves...
http://chicagokitesurfing.com/kiteboarding_messageboard/viewtopic.php?t=6848
everyone is entitled to thier own opinion though...
Next time look at www.kiteridersllc.com Way more friendly and helpful!!!! _________________ Shallow Dive Design, 2nd Wind Sports, Airush, Trident Sports Last edited by chanson on Tue Oct 07, 08 11:03 am; edited 3 times in total |
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Mark

Since 20 Jun 2005
3678 Posts
I need my fix because I'm a
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Mon Oct 06, 08 11:36 am |
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The Chicago forum has 6 stickys..... that sums it up right there. _________________ Cleverly disguised as an adult...
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alien

Since 01 Aug 2006
114 Posts
Portland
Stoked
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Mon Oct 06, 08 12:07 pm |
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I'm originally from Chicago (never kited there though), and I'm almost positive that they don't even staff lifeguards at the beaches in October (I think they run Memorial Day - Labor Day). So, there wouldn't be anyone to check in with and I don't know who would be enforcing any policies at this time of year. I'm guessing you can just go out and hit it, then play dumb if anyone hassles you. |
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pjc
Since 06 Mar 2005
649 Posts
Addicted
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Mon Oct 06, 08 1:00 pm |
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I used to live in Chicago, before kiting was invented. Pretty urban beaches. North side, tons and tons of bikers, rollerbladers, etc. South side, umm... watch your back, don't leave stuff on the beach.
Don't think you're missing much quality riding in Chicago proper. If you get away from the city there are some nice Lake MI beaches that probably don't require streamers.
Or you could skip it and contemplate how much happier your life is that you don't live there  _________________ If you feel sleepy you need to be driving faster. |
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chanson

Since 31 Jan 2006
1873 Posts
WISCONSIN
Chimey
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Mon Oct 06, 08 2:06 pm |
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Carlitos,
didn't realize you haven't gone yet...
I would check windonthewater.com for current wind, and check out the Madison forum kiteridersllc.com It seems like they ride a lot more(or post) anyways...and a lot of the riding is so close, they end up in Chi and Lake Michigan, etc.
There are a bunch or good N/NE or S/SE spots on Lake Michigan....not too far from the city, just north of downtown.
Wakeagan, Zion, Kenosha to name a few....
If the wind is off-shore(N/NW or S/SW) then head over to Michigan or Indy, (2-ish hours)
but the Madison forum usually gets back to you pretty quickly. Talk to Jens or Bob on the Madison forum kiteridersllc.com and he will def. give you the low-down on where to ride....they are out all the time rain or shine like us.  _________________ Shallow Dive Design, 2nd Wind Sports, Airush, Trident Sports |
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EY

Since 06 Jul 2008
76 Posts
NW, Florida, Asia
Made in China
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Mon Oct 06, 08 4:42 pm |
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I dont' think they have those stupid rules after labor day weekend. I kited in Zion, Waukegan, Michigan city and etc. Everything was fine. The only place that require to report to the life guard is montrose beach which is right outside of chicago. I doubt they have life guard there now. Kiting on montrose beach is pretty sweeet though! |
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Reaper356

Since 10 Dec 2006
781 Posts
Salem / LC Oregon
Opinionated
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Mon Oct 06, 08 6:28 pm |
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Having Pamela available is nice if you need CPR.  |
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carlitos

Since 02 Feb 2006
81 Posts
NE pdx
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Tue Oct 07, 08 8:03 am |
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yeah, the thought of some hottie chicago lifeguard, chewing my ass because of streamerless kiting, is more than just a little worth it.
jake (and all the other great lake riders), is it worth dragging my golf clubs all the way to chi in october? |
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chanson

Since 31 Jan 2006
1873 Posts
WISCONSIN
Chimey
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Tue Oct 07, 08 9:23 am |
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Quote: | is it worth dragging my golf clubs all the way to chi in october? |
Hmmmmm, that's a tough one.....When I was there last week it was hot, sunny, cold, rainy...So, might be better off calling some places to see if they rent clubs... _________________ Shallow Dive Design, 2nd Wind Sports, Airush, Trident Sports |
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alien

Since 01 Aug 2006
114 Posts
Portland
Stoked
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DrewB

Since 16 Aug 2006
384 Posts
PDX
Obsessed
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Tue Oct 07, 08 11:24 am |
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Way to go Carlitos. Looks like you pissed off a bunch of dudes still reeling from the Cubs early departure from the MLB playoffs. Have fun in Chicago. |
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STF
Since 07 Oct 2008
12 Posts
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Tue Oct 07, 08 1:22 pm |
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Yo Gorge peps
STF here from Chi-town forum
think there might be a problem with are sign in process or the admin address. Was riding yesterday with some boys from Mich. that had the same problem. Hopefully we get it fixed so you could all sign up. No bad blood here, we wouldnt ignore you guys.
Who ever is coming next week or whenever you mentioned, hit me up or shout out on the forum, we'd love to see some gorge pros throw down. Falls are best season.
Have a look here too for
a brief explaintion of the streamer thingy
http://www.chicagokitesurfing.com/kiteboarding_messageboard/viewtopic.php?p=30377#30377
Cheers STF |
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