The Peconic Puffin
A blog about a group of windsurfers and other water sports enthusiasts, and their friends. Established 1993.
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Tomorrow is going to honk! Load your shredmobiles.
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Check out this wonderful image from photographer Jeff Schultz (aka Peconic Jeff). To me it’s a painting!
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The company that provided the internet backbone to The Peconic Puffin since 2006 is shutting down in four weeks. Here at PP world HQ we are scrambling to maintain what we can and move forward. Didn’t think about this 19 years ago when we moved the Puffin from a photocopied newsletter to the interwebs! We're…
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The company that provided the internet backbone to The Peconic Puffin since 2006 is shutting down in four weeks. Here at PP world HQ we are scrambling to maintain what we can and move forward. Didn’t think about this 19 years ago when we moved the Puffin from a photocopied newsletter to the interwebs! Bear…
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The forecast was for funky wind from the south. South Jamesport was the call…Scott, the Wolf, George, Artie, Dan, Christian and your editor were on the scene. Artie and I arrived last, and given the flukeyness (“been here four hours sailed 40 minutes” Scott said) some held off while I threw up a 5.4. “I’ve…
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Sept 12th – Sept 19th. Week long swap is back. Stop by whenever convenient. Buy or sell used and closeout Foil, Kite, surf, Wing and Windsurf gear.Sellers – drop your used gear now thru 11am 9/12Buyers – Come by and check it out . Note: Anyone looking for anything specific, let the store know before…
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It was in 1987 when the landmark Our Common Future was released. In it, the concept of sustainable development was put forth, and defined as follows: "Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.” This means using renewable fuel sources, reducing carbon emissions,…
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If you’re someone who likes spending time outside and in the sun then it’s likely you enjoy being at the beach on your days off. However, you may be wondering what else there is to do while you’re there and ways for how you can spend your time besides just relaxing. Be glad to know…
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Watersports can seem about as far removed from technology as any other activity. Sure, we’re technically using equipment that has been fine-tuned over decades, and which is actually fairly scientific in design; but as far as the tech world goes, nothing could seem further away. Watersports are about getting out into nature and challenging yourself,…
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Bird is the word! Puffins are birds. This would be “Surfin’ Bird.” Lyrics also include: “Papa ooma mow mow, papa ooma mow mowPapa ooma mow mow, papa ooma mow mowOoma mow mow, papa ooma mow mowPapa ooma mow mow, papa ooma mow mow” Works for me. Read more: The Trashmen – Surfin’…