Xanthe Bowater: update from across the globe

Late last month Seventhwave ambassador Xanthe Bowater left for Europe to compete in the 2012 Techno World Championships in the Netherlands. We have received some updates from Xanthe on her travels and experiences so far and she seems to be having a great time.

Starting her trip in Poland, she was entered in a regatta with some of the best sailors in the world at a Windsurfing Club/Hotel/Restaurant with a great setup for boards and small yachts, Xanthe was really impressed with the Learning programs, Hire and racing course.

While there the wind  didn't get over 5-6 knots which was a good and bad. Good as she had only had her plaster cast taken off her ankle from a hockey injury a week before, so she could ease herself back into windsurfing without putting too much pressure on it. Bad because she had to do a lot more physical pumping of her sail.

With three days of European sailing experience behind her, Xanthe was disappointed with how she went, but taking part in the regatta helped her in getting back regatta fitness in a great environment.

Xanthe and her father were loaned two brand new RS boards to train on, so they stayed in Sopot for a few more days to get some more training in and get her fitness levels back up. 

She seems to be enjoying the European summer, and the challenge of competing and training with some of the best European sailors in  her class. It's a great chance for her to compare her skills and experiences.

From Poland the Bowater family travelled to Medemblik, Netherlands, where the World Champs will be held. They had an interesting journey getting there, with flat tyre's, stomach bugs, and accommodation muck ups, but arrived in the end, with some added sight seeing in there for good measure.

Xanthe is now back on her own board, and has training with some of the Brazilian, Hong Kong, Singaporean and Brazilian teams under her belt.

It's been good for her to see what she will be up against but Xanthe was looking forward to the rest of the New Zealand team arriving in the following days.

With the Regatta started we are looking forward to our next update from Xanthe with her results.

Glad to hear you are having fun and learning lots Xanthe, thanks for keeping us updated and we are looking forward to hearing more.

Xanthe also has support from the following companies:

• Groundswell    
• Contours
• SkullCandy
• Carl Taylor Homes
• ATF Fencing
• ASP Engineering LTD
• Naval Point Yacht Club Lyttelton
• Mitre 10 Mega Ferrymead
• House of Travel Marivale
• Koller & Koller
• Rotary International
• Kiwanis International
• Leighs Construction  

October newsletter: Tahiti monsters & world tour wars

 Our October newsletter is about to hit your inbox! Here it is if you don't subscribe: it's a good one. http://www.seventhwave.co.nz/newsletter+archive/October+2011.html

THE LINEUP:

• Tahiti monsters & world tour wars
• What wetsuit for me? interactive product finder
• Hit the road Jack...
• New Zealand-wide paddle-out to protect beaches
• Feedback: the world's best wetty!
• Slingshot shredding in Thailand

Surf, snow & sun: September Newsletter

 Just in case you missed last week's newsletter, here it is in full glory! This months lineup includes:

• Snow day fun...
• Help! Our new suit needs a name
• What's new online?
• Stoked and Broke
• Feedback from an Optimist
• September Facebook winner
• And finally, you can Skype us

Check it out here: http://www.seventhwave.co.nz/newsletter+archive/September+2011.html

Beach Re-Opens?

Christchurch's contaminated beaches and rivers could be cleared for recreational use as early as November, the Christchurch City Council says. 

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Shag Rock to Shag Pile

Just to let you all know we are alive and all ok here in Christchurch. Thank you for your texts and emails of support and encouragement. The team at Seventhwave have all been lucky to escape without injury or any major damage or problems. Power and water is still to come on here and in many other suburbs. The damage from the earthquake has been extensive not just in the central business districts but also out here in the eastern suburbs. Roading and bridges, sewer, water and electricity, extensive damage totally disrupting everything and any movement. Most drastic is that the iconic Shag Rock has turned to shag pile. Most of the cliffs around Mt Pleasant to Sumner have been drastically changed, many houses sustaining damage and so many with their backs totally broken. Check the RSA and Sumner Community Centre below. For an aerial view of Christchurch earthquake check this footage. And if that's not enough we've got 'aftershocks', a daily occurrence, you can see them all on the Christchurch Quake Map.

Want to help the Christchurch Earthquake Appeal. Donations to the New Zealand Red Cross.

We're back into gear from Monday and look forward to catching up with you all soon.

The Team@seventhwave

New Year, new gear: January Newsletter

 

January newsletter is out now! Those of you on our email list will have yours in your inbox, otherwise check it out here. Remember if you want to get it direct to your inbox just sign up on our website.

THE LINEUP:

• Want to work at Seventhwave?
• Australian logging with Jack Entwistle
• The Surf Emporium
• Facebook Prize Winner
• Feedback: Melanie Bartels, Hawaii
• Canterbury Kiteboarding Championships

http://www.seventhwave.co.nz/Newsletters/January%202011?mv_pc=13101

New X-Over Short John

Hot off the press! We quite like the unique back entry system of this model, and the girls who've got one love it too. The X-Over Shorty — great for summer (how warm is the water at the moment!? Awesome!)

We have moved!

 We are now at our new shop at 243 Dyers Roan Bromley! We'd just moved half of our stuff when the 7.1 earthquake that struck Christchurch rocked both the new and old buildings — but luckily Seventhwave sustained no damage. Back on track with news and views soon.