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Near fatality at Hermanus today December 12 2018

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KITE SURF HERMANUS
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Re: Near fatality at Hermanus today December 12 2018

Postby KITE SURF HERMANUS » Sun Dec 23, 2018 10:46 am

Just as a foot note: The German kiter who was an experienced rider suffered concussion and fluid on the Lungs and happily recovered after a brief but expensive stay in Hospital. Many thanks to all involved with the rescue and recovery of the Kiter it could of been much worse. He knew the risks as we all do and excepted them thankfully he lives to ride another day.

Hermanus has developed over the years as a true kiteboarding destination. With crowds visiting on #westisbest where the conditions can be excellent. The rest of the time locals ride the South Easterly trades.

If you are looking to Visit Hermanus please contact us https://www.kitesurfhermanus.co.za/ and well give you the low down on conditions and where to ride.

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Re: Near fatality at Hermanus today December 12 2018

Postby Hugh2 » Sun Dec 23, 2018 2:54 pm

That's very good news, thanks for the update!

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Favorite Beaches: Cape Hatteras and Cape Town (also sailing around the world, this season crossed the South Pacific)
Style: freeride
Gear: Cabrinha Nomad 5.5, Naish Pivot 6, 7, 9, 10 and 11, Duotone Dice 12
Long Ocean 136, Eleveight Master C+ 136, Naish Global 6'0", RB Sixty 3 Matador 5' 8", Slingshot Hoverglide H5 foil and Alien Air 4' 6" and Converter boards
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Re: Near fatality at Hermanus today December 12 2018

Postby Hugh2 » Sun Dec 23, 2018 3:14 pm

Just found your instagram page, and it has some videos of the simul-loops from that day

https://www.instagram.com/p/BrZ645rlfPL/


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