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Change to ABK Windsurfing Clinic Dates

This just in from windsurfing guru and ABK-meister Andy Brandt:   The dates for the second of two September ABK windsurfing clinics at Napeague…the "freestyle" clinic (a regular ABK clinic that adds a special freestyle group for advanced windsurfers interested in learning freestyle) has been moved to October 1-3.   The clinic scheduled for September 17-19…the "racing" clinic (same thing…a regular clinic with a special racing group added for those interested) remains at the original dates.   So come learn to windsurf, or learn to windsurf better (and have a great time and make friends doing it) with ABK Boardsports on Long Island on the following dates:

September 17-19 (special Racing clinic available for interested windsurfers)

October 1-3 (special Freestyle clinic available for interested windsurfers.)

For more details go to ABK Boardsports' website.

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3 responses to “Change to ABK Windsurfing Clinic Dates”

  1. JohnK Avatar
    JohnK

    Any suggestions for affordable hotels/motels for the Napeague ABK Clinic?
    Also, any insight about the sailing location to help determine which rig, fin, etc. I should bring?
    Thanks,
    JohnK

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  2. Michael Avatar
    Michael

    Hi John,
    Second question first: Napeague is mostly shallow flatwater sailing, so if you’re a Formula sailor (or otherwise fond of using very large fins) you may want to bring a weed fin as a solution (so you don’t run aground). Re wind strength, Napeague can get anything. Generally in ABK clinics if the wind is blowing less than 14 (ie a 165 pound sailor would need a 7.5 to plane) they’ll switch to drills using midsized sails, nonplaning. Bring all your boards and sails if you can…wetsuits too.
    Re lodging I don’t know about that. You can try calling Hampton Watersports (631 283 9463, aka “283-WIND” for suggestions. You should join the Yahoo Long Island Windsurfers Group (http://sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/LongIslandWindsurfer/) and ask what locals do. Some people camp at Hither Hills, others stay at local motels in Montauk or Amagansett.
    See you at the clinic!

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  3. jim gruss Avatar
    jim gruss

    hey andy,
    its me jim from the access leevee with the signs and camper. buisness sucks and thier aint no wind. just want to follow my dream and windsurf everyday. Im serious, can you recruit me? will work hard, quick learner, honest and will be dependable. hey if i cant teach your way then i will take the highway. deal? you have my number. also, be sure to look out for the “wind force” camper. went to the air show with jayden totally inspired me did a quick paint and some simple graphics.

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