Wind Reports and Weather

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Consistent side-onshore winds are usually lighter in the morning and build to 25+ mph in the afternoon. Strongest and most reliable winds blow January - July. See below and check frequently for current wind reports provided by our team on-site in El Yaque. Conditions are perfect for all abilities. Side-shore winds and expansive shallow waters provide a safe environment whether you are a beginner or advanced sailor learning new skills. Flat and shallow 200-300 yards from shore, gradually turning into chop. Fun rolling swells a bit further from shore makes for exciting bump and jump conditions.

March 4 2009
Wind Reports and Weather >>

Hello...Yup, It's me again. Karl gave me a few more tips regarding posting info into our new web page. Thanks Bud!!.......So here we go.......First and foremost.....wind has been really good....Everyday since last weeks report!!! Most afternoons in the mid to upper 20's. A few days into the low 30's!! Theresa & David (Returning Gorge sailors) have been on 5.0's & 4.5's most afternoons.....Balazs, our 180+ Lbs. new instructor, has been sailing on 5.4 and a few days....5.0....That's pretty darned windy!!! We did have a few days that started off a little slower....guys taking bigger gear.... but kicking in for the afternoon sesh. Beautiful, Sunny days....no more rain!!!! I was coming home from town the other day and as I rounded the corner.....what a sight...Just a mass of Gnarly Whitecaps dancing about the dark blue sea........PERFECT!!!! As if the rockin winds weren't enough.....add to the mix some great people......always makes our jobs easier and soooo much fun......Such as the 4 Irish 'Blokes', Michael, Barry, David & Naill.....David went out the other day as 'Batman' ....complete with cape. (Remember a few years back we had 'Spiderman' sailing with us....Yup that would be YOU Swede...we'll see you and Marci next month), Nicola & Paolo (a couple of Kooky Italians), Stefan & Pavel (whacked out Poles), Caroline (Canadien ER Doc....traveling solo...Sorry I had to put you to work a few times...but Thanks Dear)...made some of her best jibes ever, Alex (another 'nut case' from Milano), Vlad and Evguenia (returning Russians), Big Roger (9th season returnee), Astrid & Peter, Jeff and family (first timers) Pierre & son Victor (first timers...but will for SURE be back....Victor finally nailed his 'air jibe' as well as a few other cool moves), Scott, Paul, Ted & Truls, Isabelle, Alois, Christian.......and the list goes on...(Sorry if I missed you....we still love ya all).......Side notes....we have 4 or 5 gals sailing with us....all traveled solo.....RIGHT ON ....More power to you. All said their travels went great...never felt uncomfortable....flights, airports, transfers.....here in the Yaq...etc. LOVE IT!!!..........I've had many clients asking when Tim & Connie Walker are coming.....well, as far as I know, Tim cancelled his planned 10 week trip due to work issues etc.......Connie was 'maybe' going to come for just a few weeks....but also had work conflicts, etc. WHAT A BUMMER!!! We all miss you guys. What a shame to be breaking your record of 14 consecutive years here at Vela Margi!! OUCH!!.....Michele update.....remember she's the gal who has been working on the record for 'Vela Margi Vaca Extensions' (Also traveling solo by the way)....well she has raised the bar yet again.....she has extended for 3 more weeks......Good luck to anyone wanting to compete with her........Weekly 'Vela Happy Hour'.....every Monday @ 5.....at the center. Everyone's been having a blast.....Cuba Libres, cevazas.....meeting new people....sharing stories (most of which are bogus).....just letting their hair down...Great fun!!!.......We also had the pleasure of having Kath's sister Kim visit us for 9 days.....coming from Madison, WI.....(also travelling solo) She seemed to have a fantastic time.....met all kinds of interesting and fun people from all over the world. Everyone that met her fell in love with her....How could you not??? She's such a 'Sweet Heart'. Even got her out on the water....I.....Yup, me....... gave her her first Beg lesson......and despite that fact, she did really well.....getting up on numerous Beachstarts, etc. Also special 'Thanks' to our mutual friend, Brian. He owns a 'Specialty Wine Boutique / Shop' in Madison. He sent a GREAT bottle of red wine as well as a cool new opener with Kimbo. I think it was from his 'private stash'. Thanks Bri.....and yes we did experience the 'Explosion in your mouth'. Next time send a case!!.........More currently.....had over 20 arrivals in the last day or so....Greg & Julie (Love that girls laugh), Barry & Brenda (Thanks for the gifts to 'da Boyz'), Andy & Jaclyn...who also brought some 'newbies', John & Janet, Shirin & Wes, Doug & Mea (with their 2 young kids)...., Doug III, Andrew, Doug, Larry, Chad, Kevin, Robert & Susanna.....Again, the list goes on......Needless to say....Gonna have a 'Classical Gas' with everyone this week .....AGAIN!!! .........OK then, I'm going brain dead and you all are getting bored........Check back in this weekend for more. More Later T-Freak, Kathycita and 'da Boyz'.