Has anyone out there been kitesurfing FIJI?

Posted 14/11/2004, 8:47 pm

I spent 3 weeks kiting in July this year, based from a yacht travelling around the Yasawas. The season is quite long, though I would agree that August is a good time as the SE trades should be well established, and its pretty crapy in Melbourne then (always?). September and October are still good. Bare in mind that the SE trade can blow very strongly for days on end (30 kn) and then back off to 15 for a week. So take a good quiver of kites. Plantation will give you some of the easiest launching available in Fiji, but you always have to be on the look out for nasty little bits of coral. To be honest, I reckon its pretty boring flat water sailing with little variation. So it depends on your type of sailing. There are some amazing waves to sail in Fiji, but unless you know someone witha boat, or can get to stay on Namotu Island (have a look on the web ........its sooooooooo good it is perpetually booked up, for ever). So! If you want to go to Fiji to appease a girl while you kite, good choice. It Hurts So Good!

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GoPro Chest Mount Harness

Chest harness for your quick-release HERO camera. Makes it easy to capture immersive video and photo footage from, well…your chest. 

Perfect for skiing, mountain biking, motocross, paddle sports, or any activity where you want to get a “lower than the helmet” view of the action. 

See more of your arms, knees poles, and skis while skiing…or your arms and handlebars while biking or riding your motorcycle. 

Recommended as a more immersive way to film than on the helmet.

• One size fits all adjustability.
• Compatible with all GoPro quick-release cameras including the Helmet HERO Wide, Motorsports HERO Wide, Motorsports HERO, Surf HERO, and WIDE HERO cameras. Not compatible with the Digital HERO 5 Wrist Camera.

What’s Included:

• 1 Adjustable Chest Harness
• 1 Vertical Surface “J-Hook” Buckle
• Warranty: 1 Year

• Lets you wear all GoPro cameras (except Digital HERO 5 Wrist Camera) on your chest
• Comfortable, fully-adjustable design fits all shapes and sizes, including over large jackets
• Perfect mount for kitesurfing, kiteboarding, skiing, kayaking, biking, motocross, equestrian and other action sports
• Lets you capture your knees, feet & kiteboard in the shot
• Easy way to share the filming with your friends

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"Fiji is synonymous with ‘laid-back tropical lifestyle’. In the middle of the South Pacific, 2,500km west of Australia and 2,000km north of New Zealand, the clock ticks slower on ‘Fiji time’.

The 332 volcanic islands of white sandy beaches and turquoise lagoons also exude that South Sea Island vibe. But it would be a mistake to assume the relaxed way of life and sedative kava cups bear any resemblance to conditions on the water. While there are countless chilled-out freeride venues and the water’s bath-warm all year round, Fiji’s real potential lies on the surrounding reefs where long, fast, powerful ..."


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GoPro Camera Floaty Back Door

Easy to spot flotation backdoor lets your HD HERO camera float in water. 


Industrial strength 3M adhesive backing attaches the floaty directly to the HD HERO waterhousing backdoor.


A spare HD HERO waterhousing backdoor is included

• Industrial strength 3M adhesive backing attaches the float directly to the HD HERO waterhousing backdoor.
• Great for snorkeling, scuba diving, surfing, wakeboarding and any other deep water activity.
• You don't have to worry about losing your camera in the water.

I bought the Hero for kiting, decided it would be a shame to lose it if a mount peeled, and I didn't want to lose it. 

Tested it in the kitchen sink without the LCD back or the extra battery back and it bobs like my rubber ducky!

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GoPro Antifog Inserts

Prevent your camera’s housing from fogging, even in cold temperatures/humid environments.

Great value and performance: includes 3 sets of anti-fog inserts.

 Each set lasts 4-5 uses and can be dried in an oven (3 minutes) and used again.

What’s Included: 3 Sets of Anti-Fog Inserts

Kite Hero Vertical Fin Nest Camera Mount

Kite Hero has Created a Kite Board Fin Mount for the Go Pro Surf Cameras. 

Get Photos and Videos of Yourself From Your Water's Perspective.

The Kitehero Fin Mount is an alternative mechanical mounting solution to the GoPro Surf Hero's adhesive disk mount. 


Utilizing the standard fin box on almost any kiteboard or wakeboard, the strong fully adjustable low profile base gives riders an unobtrusive way to mount a camera to their deck.

Features:

·         Constructed of 100% lightweight nylon

·         Utilizes the standard GoPro Surf Hero line leash to ensure your camera is protected from loss while riding

·         Satisfaction guaranteed and backed by a 100% no questions asked return policy

·         Designed and built by kiteboarders, for kiteboarders in America

What's Included:

·         1 Kitehero Fin Mount

·         1 GoPro camera mount stainless screw

·         1 Kitehero sticker

·         Eco Friendly packaging

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Kite Hero Line Mount

The Kitehero Line Mount is designed to make taking pictures and video while you ride a breeze.

Its lightweight design and positioning keeps your photos and video free from obstruction without interfering with your ride. 

This new easy to use design will fit virtually any 4 or 5 line kite bar.

Features:

• ·         Constructed of 100% lightweight nylon
• ·         Utilizes the standard GoPro Surf Hero line leash to ensure your camera is protected from loss while riding
• ·         A standard tap hole for use with GoPro Camera or other waterproof digital cameras
• ·         Satisfaction guaranteed and backed by a 100% no questions asked return policy
• ·         Design and built by kiteboarders, for kiteboarders in America

What's Included:

• ·       1 Kitehero Line mount
• ·        1 GoPro camera mount screw
• ·         1 Kitehero sticker
• ·         Eco Friendly packaging

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