A cracking crosswind tour from Aspendale to Frankston and back in 25-30 knots.
6 of us headed off from Aspendale in nice surf with good wind. Some of the wind swells were breaking a fair way out. The biggest surf was just past the entrance of the Patterson River.
The wind direction changed when we got to Frankston. I decided to head back without delay cruised back on a good tack. My right thumb was numb so I didn't dally.
A big seal surfaced right in front of me at the mouth of the Patterson River.
I deployed my safety and put the kite in the water to land as the wind was still quite strong.
After landing the others kites, we realised Anthony had not made it back so I headed down to Bonbeach and Carrum but I didn't see him. I gave details to the Carrum LSC in case they or another LSC had seen him. Then Stu said he was back at his van so it was all good.
He said he cramped up and the wind dropped so he landed and walked back, borrowing a shopping trolley to carry his gear.
Overall, an excellent session enjoyed by all.
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