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                                    <title><![CDATA[Welcome to the new AllGoodFun website]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[It&rsquo;s taken some doing but the new AllGoodFun website is here. Packed full of new products and features that will make choosing and buying the latest kites, kite surf, snow ski wear and ski accessories easier than ever before.
New features include a review section for each product, so why not let everyone know what you think of that new Cabrinha 2010 Nomad IDS?
You can filter each page of products making it even easier to locate that Dare2Be ski set you&rsquo;ve been looking for.
Weather weather what are you going to do? No need to worry about that anymore, simply enter your location anywhere in the world in the new weather feature and AllGoodFun will show you a five day weather forecast, perfect for kiters, kite surfers, mountain boarders, skiers or snow boarders. Go on give it a try, find out what the weather has instore for you?
We would love to hear from you about the new AllGoodFun website and any suggestions or comments you may have, so go on drop us an email via the new contact page.]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Allgoodfun sponsored 49er comes 42nd in the world]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[We would like to congratulate Richard Bone and Chris Rodway on coming a creditable 42nd at the 49er World Championships, with Rodway coming back from an operation only a few weeks ago, we are unbelievably pleased with the 42nd place - keep going lads !]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[2010 Cabrinha kitesurf kites in stock now]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[With the UK launch of the 2010 Cabrinha kites only a few weeks ago, stocks are arriving now - the initial batch is of the 2010 Crossbow and 2010 Nomad - the new kite on the block in the Cabrinha range, since the launch we have all been riding the Nomad,&nbsp;&nbsp;Cabrinha website details are:

The kite everyone will be talking about is the all new Nomad IDS Freestyle Wave kite. The non-bow hybrid IDS kite combines the best of both worlds&hellip;a moderate C shaped arc and an IDS bridle to deliver our fastest turning kite yet. The Nomad creates the type of kite turns that increase in power throughout the turning arc by pivoting off of the wing tip. This makes for powered kite loops unlike anything on the market.

And we have all decided that we think this is definately the best kite for the freestyle arena that Cabrinha (and possibly all the&nbsp;manufacturers)&nbsp;have ever had. We have lent this kite out to many&nbsp;non&nbsp;Cabrinha fans and even they come back smiling and wanting to know more about the New Kites.

Contact Allgoodfun for a test on this awesome kite !!]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[New repair workshop equipment]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[With our dinghy and windsurf sail and kite repair shops getting busier and busier year on year we have invested in a Brand New Pfaff ultra long arm sewing machine to take Allgoodfun into the next level of repair, with more and more dinghy and yacht sails being made in laminate cloth this will enable us to repair and soon manufacture sails for both dinghy and windsurf sails.]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[2009 Kites over Capstone]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[Allgoodfun once again will be exhibiting at the annual Kites over Capstone event at Capstone country park near Gillingham in Kent.

This event is a smaller event, but non the less lots of fun - with a large flying field and a couple of retailsers there,so if you fancy coming along and flying,we look forward to seeing you on Sunday 6th September.

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                                    <title><![CDATA[F-One Bandit 3 2010 COMING SOON...]]></title>
                                    
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Only recently unveiled and tested in Mauritius the new F-One Bandit 3 evolves the original Delta Concept of it's predecessors, becoming more suited to powered freestylers through to begginers]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[F-One Bandit 3 2010 now in stock]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[The first batch of the 2010 F-one Bandit 3 kitesurfing kite have landed, and are available from stock - with more coming soon

want to try one?, catch up with us at the beach, just email us at sales@allgoodfun.com, or call 07740 856527]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[What to do on non windy days - Go Paramotoring !]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[With&nbsp;a few non&nbsp;windy days recently&nbsp;we have over the last few weeks spent much of our off time paramotoring around kent and Sussex, so if you see a gaggle of paramotorists flying over give us a wave - we may even wave or do some tight turns for you.

Below is an older video, and i messed up the launch, but its a good one to see the climb rate and views you get - 2010 will see Allgoodfun offering paramotoring lessons in kent

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                                    <title><![CDATA[Hamble Frostbite series aboard J92 Solan Goose]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[After having repaired the sails of this J92 for years&nbsp;I eventually took up the offer to go sailing on Solan Goose, but having been too busy repairing and kitesurfing on other dates,&nbsp;I eventually got out.

Thanks for a good day]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Sam Moore and Will McKean Kitesurfing Champions]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[Well done to North Devon kitesurfers Sam Moore and Will McKean who returned from their final competition of the season in Redcar, Yorkshire, both as British champions.
For the full story visit the North Devon Gazette]]></description>
                                                                       
                                        <link>http://www.allgoodfun.com/News/Sam-Moore-and-Will-McKean-Kitesurfing-Champions/36/874</link>
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                                    <title><![CDATA[First of the 2010 Fone TX3 boards arriving tomorrow]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[The TX3 is an ambitious and extremely responsive board for all type of conditions. Thanks to its powerful and precise pop it will help you reach another level in freeride and freestyle sessions. Its technology and structure is based on the TRAX4 with a modified shape for more carving and flexibility: in summary, the TX3 is the perfect balance between power, smooth ride and control. The TX 3 has been designed for all those riders seeking an accessible all-around and high performance board.
The TX3 is equipped with our 3D molded Platinum Pads &amp; Straps for the best comfort and the new Strap Lock 2 for easy mount and setup. 


All the details, and prices wil be uploaded tomorrow !!]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[2010 Cabrinha Converts in stock now]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[2010 Cabrinha Convert IDS
Today the long awaited 2010 Cabrinha Convert IDS kites have come in, with the RRP of the kites staying the same as last years - and now below most other brands for a awesome free ride kite

    12mtr  2010 Cabrinha Convert IDS&nbsp; &pound;899.99
    9mtr 2010 Cabrinha Convert IDS&nbsp; &pound;849.99
    7mtr 2010 Cabrinha Convert IDS&nbsp; &pound;799.99

All come complete with bar lines, pump, bag, Pump etc.
Stocks are limited, so are on a first come first served basis.
When it comes to versatility and value the Convert IDS can not be beat. Created from the DNA of the Cabrinha top line of kites, the Convert IDS is designed to deliver the widest range of use and easiest handling. We&rsquo;ve put control, handling, security and relaunch at the top of the performance brief while putting value at the top of the price position target.
The Convert carries with it many of the standard features found in our pro kites such as our unique Intelligent Depower System (IDS). Our Sprint&trade; single point inflation system. The streamline but feature rich Powerdrive IDS&trade; control system. And Overslide IDS&trade;. This makes the Convert IDS the best value in kiteboarding when compared feature to feature with other brands.]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[2010 Cabrinha Switchblade kites in now]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[Now in it&rsquo;s 5th season, the 2010 Switchblade IDS remains the premier Wakestyle Freeride kite. The Switchblade is designed to perform in a wide range of conditions, hooked or unhooked. The steady predictable pull and it&rsquo;s ability to fly forward when unhooked makes the Switchblade perfect for hitting kickers, sliders and just about any wakestyle trick in the book. In 2010 improvements have been made to increase the Switchblade&rsquo;s turning speed and relaunch.

    5 STRUTS
    IDS BRIDLE
    Absolute Depower
    Powerdrive IDS
    Sprint Inflation
    Improved LE Closing seam
    Tuning Options
    Ultra Bomb Canopy
    
    Best for:


    Unhooked riding
    Pop tricks
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                                    <title><![CDATA[The ski shop is open for the 2009 - 2010 season !]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[Today we have almost finished setting up the ski shop for the winter season, with loads of bargains and hundreds of ski goggles, ski boots, ski jackets, ski trousers and ski sets at unbelievable prices, we will this season be once again the ski shop of choice for value, with mens ski jacket and trousers reduced from &pound;120 down to &pound;69.99 !

Come in and see how much you can save !]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[2010 Ozone depowerable kites and snowwkites have just arrived for demo - Ozone Access XT, Ozone Frenzy FYX, Manta M3]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[First of the 2010 Ozone depowerable kites in stock now - and were using some for demo's, so if you want to try one contact Allgoodfun
Access XT 2010
The Access XT is super stable for learners and unhooked freestylers alike. The XT has been redesigned from the ground up. Great turn, constant power / depower both encompassed within the bar throw. Constructed from top quality materials and now featuring a 2 pulley speed-system utilising high spec Ronstan pulleys.
We have also added four unique &ldquo;pressure release valves&rdquo; to the under surface to allow the internal volume of air to be released when the kite is smacked into the ground.
Our design Team and Pro-Riders always have a 4m or 6m with them when going backcountry in case the wind picks up.
FRENZY FYX 2010
The FYX 2010 has a new bridle, which incorporates what we have learnt from making the new Manta M3 and the Access XT.
The new bridles give the kite faster handling and more depower. The new look 2010 FYX is still the All-Terrain Frenzy we know and love, just a little more refined and suited for the Intermediate to Expert kiter.
MANTA M3 2010
The Manta M3 has been rebuilt from top to bottom. The new profile is a high lift profile which produces more power than previous incarnations, this means you can get away with using a smaller size kite. The new bridle layout has increased turn speed which helps in creating more power and better manoeuvrability.
The Manta M3 is the ultimate kite for any experienced kiter. is still top of the line but with more power and faster handling making it even more fun to ride and easier to climb terrain.
Enjoy the white worldliness.]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Kitesurfing boards grab positions]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[With So many people asking us about all the grabs that kitesurfers do - heres a list to help you out.


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                                    <title><![CDATA[Allgoodfun's New Sail Loft]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[Today we have finally finished the main part of our new sail loft - this is going to make sure allgoodfun are able to repair the larger sails, and take on manufacturing of sails - and theres 50% more space thats not yet finished !]]></description>
                                                                       
                                        <link>http://www.allgoodfun.com/News/Allgoodfuns-New-Sail-Loft/36/895</link>
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Flexifoil kites coming soon]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[With Allgoodfun not up until now stocking Flexifoil products, after a few failures a fair few years ago with some of their products, we have now stared trying the new kites and are very impressed - the first delivery of kites will be next week - and then the main ones in stock for this christmas.]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[ISAF Dinghy Class Rules and all about the ISAF]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[The ISAF (International Sailing Federation) From its inception in Paris in October 1907, the governing body for the sport of sailing was known as the International Yacht Racing Union. On 5 August 1996, the IYRU changed its name to the International Sailing Federation (ISAF).

The International Yacht Racing Union (IYRU) evolved from the need for racing sailors to have a uniform set of rules and measurement standards. Since then IYRU/ISAF has developed a system of rules and measurement that are used world-wide in all sailing events.

Before 1870 individual yacht clubs developed their own set of racing rules of which each was the sole arbiter in interpreting and applying them. While the popularity of racing against other clubs grew so did the confusion and frustration on the race course.

In Britain, there were several attempts to develop a uniform set of rules but the first meeting to develop such rules was the 'Yachting Congress' organised by the Royal Victoria Yacht Club on 1 June 1868. This congress was attended by 23 representatives from 14 clubs. Under the guidance of Captain Mackinnon, a sub-committee of the congress compiled a pamphlet of the existing rules on all the yacht clubs.

The Congress met again on 4 March 1869 when a draft of the racing rules were examined and adopted. However, when published in the yachting press it met with severe criticism and was abandoned.

The need for a coherent set of rules continued to grow. A number of associations were formed and their rules subsequently rejected. In 1881, when HRH Albert Edward, Prince of Wales was Commodore of the Royal Thames Yacht Club and the Royal Yacht Squadron, these two clubs joined the Yacht Racing Association along with the New Thames Yacht Club and developed a set of rules for British waters.

Again confusion arose over the different measurement standards that were being used in Europe, North America and Britain. Consequently, yachts from different countries could not compete on equal terms. Major Brooke Heckstall-Smith, secretary of the Yacht Racing Association, wrote to the Yacht Club de France expressing the need to devise an international rule of measurement for racing yachts that was acceptable to all European countries. As a result, an International Conference on Yacht Measurement was held in London in January and June 1906 and the 'Metre Rule' was developed and is still used today in the 12 Metre, 8 Metre, 6 Metre and other Metre boats. The attendees formed the International Yacht Racing Union and adopted a common code of yacht racing rules based on that of the YRA.

At that time the IYRU comprised of the yachting authorities of Austria-Hungary, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Holland and Belgium, Italy, Norway, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland.

In November 1929, representatives from the North American Yacht Racing Union actively took part in the deliberations to ensure that the North American Yacht Racing Rules and the International Yacht Racing Rules were almost identically worded and that neither one would change their rules without first informing the other. In 1960 a totally universal code of racing rules was agreed and implemented.

From 1906 to 1946 a chairman was elected from time to time to orchestrate the annual meetings. In 1946, Sir Ralph GORE was elected the first President and since then the ISAF has seen five Presidents Sir Peter SCOTT (GBR), 1955-69 Beppe CROCE, (ITA), 1969-86 Peter TALLBERG (FIN), 1986-1994, and Paul HENDERSON (CAN),&nbsp;1994-2004 and G&ouml;ran PETERSSON (SWE) 2004-present.

The International Sailing Federation (as it is now called) is officially recognised by the International Olympic Committee as the governing authority for sailing world-wide. As such, the ISAF is responsible for promotion of the sport internationally, managing sailing at the Olympic Games, developing the International Yacht Racing Rules and Regulations for all sailing competitions and the training of judges, umpires and other administrators, the development of the sport around the world, as well as representing sailors in all matters concerning the sport.

In order to promote the development of the sport the ISAF has established several events - including, but not limited to the ISAF World Sailing Championships (for Olympic equipment), ISAF World Sailing Games, ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship, ISAF Team Racing World Championship, ISAF Match Racing World Championship, ISAF Women's Match Racing World Championship, ISAF Nations Cup,&nbsp;as well as endorsing&nbsp;and grading the top international match racing and Olympic Class regattas, the results of which go towards sailors' world rankings, which are administered by ISAF.

The ISAF currently consists of 130 member nations who are its principle members, and responsible for the decision making process that governs the sailing world.

There are currently&nbsp;98 ISAF International,&nbsp;Recognized and Classic Yacht Classes, ranging from the small Optimist Dinghy up to the largest, the 60ft Multihull.

The ISAF, from its outset, has worked towards a primary goal to ensure that as many people as possible go sailing.

www.sailing.org/classes/index.php]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Dinghy Sailing Racing Rules]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[The Racing Rules of Sailing (often abbreviated to RRS) govern the conduct of yacht racing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, model boat racing, dinghy racing and virtually any other form of racing around a course with more than one vessel while powered by the wind. A new revision is published every four years (after the Olympic Games) by the International Sailing Federation, the sport's world governing body. The current edition (2009&ndash;2012) came into effect on 1 January 2009.
1997 saw the most dramatic simplification to the Racing Rules of Sailing since the 1940s. They are based on: Four main right of way rules: [Part 2, Section A]

    Boats on a port tack shall give way to boats on starboard tack (Rule 10).
    When boats are on the same tack, the boat to windward shall keep clear of a leeward boat (Rule 11).
    When boats are on the same tack, the boat that is astern shall keep clear of the boat ahead. (Rule 12).
    When a boat is tacking (changing tack) it shall keep clear of boats that are not tacking Rule 13

Four rules with general limitations: [Part 2, Section B]

    Even if you have right-of-way, it is your duty to avoid a collision, once it becomes apparent that the other boat is not giving way (Rule 14).
    If you acquire right of way, you must initially give the other boat room to keep clear, unless you get right of way because of the other boat's actions. [Rule 15]
    A boat that changes course, even if it has the right-of-way, shall do so in a manner that gives the burdened boat a chance to &quot;keep clear&quot; and give way (Rule 16).
    If you catch up with another boat and you want to pass it to leeward, you may not sail above you proper course i.e you shall not luff higher than you would have done if that boat wasn't there [Rule 17]

Three rules about marks and obstructions [Part 2, Section C] and Three other rules about starting errors, taking penalties, moving astern and when you are capsized or anchored or run aground and finally about interfering with another boat.
In total there are 90 rules but (since the major simplification in 1997) only 14 rules govern what boats do when they meet on the water (part 2 rules). It is not necessary to know all of the rules to successfully compete in a dinghy race, but a knowledge of the basics is recommended.
Sailboat racing is a self-regulated sport. As stated by the Racing Rules of Sailing, &quot;Competitors in the sport of sailing are governed by a body of rules that they are expected to follow and enforce. A fundamental principle of sportsmanship is that when competitors break a rule they will promptly take a penalty, which may be to retire.&quot;[1]
Depending on the nature of the infraction, the penalty may be either: (1) performing a turn consisting of one tack and one gybe or (2) performing two turns consisting of two tacks and two gybes (except for windsurfing).
For most rules infractions, a competitor may absolve himself or herself from disqualification from the race by taking such a penalty. However, if she caused injury or serious damage or gained a significant advantage in the race or series by her breach her penalty shall be to retire. If the competitor fails to take appropriate action she may be protested by the race committee or, more likely, another competitor. If successful, this will result in the disqualification of the protested competitor. The aforementioned principles do not apply to match racing (like the America's Cup) where on-the-water umpires impose penalties immediately after an infraction occurs.
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Sail races are governed with flags and sound signals to indicate flag changes. The flags used are taken from the International maritime signal flag set. During a race and for any signal concerning the race, these flags are defined in the ISAF Racing Rules of Sailing but the signal can be modified by the Sailing Instructions.
The raising (hoisting) or removing of a visual signal is accompanied by the emission of a sound signal to draw attention to the new signal. The type of the sound signal (one short sound, two short sounds, one long sound, etc.) is described by the rule according to the type of signal. The usual meanings of these flags are as follows:
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Click here for all the current sailing &nbsp;rules&nbsp; http://www.sailing.org/tools/documents/RRS2009-2012-[5950].pdf
Postponement signal
The Answering Pennant (AP) with or without a numerical pennant is used to indicate a postponed race. A numerical pennant below the AP denotes the time, in hours, of the race postponement.


    
        
            Flag signal
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            Races not yet started are postponed.
        
        
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            AP
            1
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            Races not yet started are postponed 1 hour.
        
        
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            AP
            2
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            Races not yet started are postponed 2 hours.
        
        
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            AP
            3
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            Races not yet started are postponed 3 hours.
        
        
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            AP
            A
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
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            Races not yet started are postponed. No more racing today.
        
        
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            AP
            H
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            &nbsp;
            Races not yet started are postponed. More information ashore.
        
    


Preparatory signal
These signal flags are used before a race start and most commonly as part of a start sequence/procedure.


    
        
            Flag signal
            Number of sound signals when raised
            Number of sound signals when lowered
            Description
        
        
            
            
            
            
            
            P
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            Normal preparatory signal - no starting penalties are in effect. A boat over the line at the start can return through the line or round an ends but must keep clear of boats not returning.
        
        
            
            
            
            
            
            I
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            The Round-an-End Rule 30.1 will be in effect. A boat over the line during the minute before the start must sail to the pre-start side of the line around either end before starting.
        
        
            
            
            
            
            
            Z
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            The 20% Penalty Rule 30.2 will be in effect. A boat within the triangle formed by the ends of the line and the first mark during the minute before the start will receive a 20% scoring penalty
        
        
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            I
            Z
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            Both the Round-an-End Rule and the 20% Penalty Rule will be in effect during the minute before the start.
        
        
            
            
            
            
            
            &nbsp;
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            The Black Flag Rule 30.3 will be in effect. A boat within the triangle formed by the ends of the line and the first mark during the minute before the start will be disqualified.
        
    


Start signal
These signal flags are used in the pre-start procedure. Class flags can be numeral pennants 1 , 2 , and 3  however they can be substituted to avoid confusion with the postponement signals relating to a particular class.


    
        
            Flag signal
            Number of sound signals when raised
            Number of sound signals when lowered
            Description
        
        
            
            
            
            
            ,
            1 &uarr;
            
            
            
            
            
            &nbsp;
            Warning Signal. 5 minutes to race start when class flag raised.
        
        
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            1
            P &uarr;
            
            
            
            
            
            &nbsp;
            Preparatory signal. 4 minutes to start when P flag raised. Flag P used or if a starting penalty applies I, Z, Black flag or I over Z is used in place of P.
        
        
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            1
            P &darr;
            &nbsp;
            
            
            
            
            Long sound
            Preparatory signal. P flag removed 1 minute before start. Flag P used or if a starting penalty applies I, Z, Black flag or I over Z is used in place of P.
        
        
            
            
            
            
            
            1 &darr;
            &nbsp;
            
            
            
            
            
            Start Signal. Race start when class flag removed.
        
    


Recall signal


    
        
            Flag signal
            Number of sound signals when raised
            Number of sound signals when lowered
            Description
        
        
            
            
            
            
            
            X
            
            
            
            
            
            &nbsp;
            Individual recall.
            One or more boats did not start correctly and must return back and do a proper start. The X flag is displayed until the earliest of the following: all boats over the line early have returned correctly, 4 minutes from the start or until one minute before the next start. (The sound signal is in addition to the start sound signal)
            
        
        
            
            
            
            
            
            1st Sub
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            General recall.
            All boats are to return and then a new start sequence will begin. Signaled when there are unidentified boats over the line or subject to one of the starting penalties, or there has been an error in the starting procedure. The new warning signal for the recalled class will be made 1 minute after the 1st substitute is removed. (The two sound signals when the first substitute is displayed are in addition to the start sound signal)
            
        
    


Course change signal


    
        
            Flag signal
            Number of sound signals when raised
            Number of sound signals when lowered
            Description
        
        
            
            
            
            
            
            S
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            &nbsp;
            Shortened Course.
            When displayed at a rounding mark the finish is between the nearby mark and the mast displaying the S flag. When displayed at a line that boats are required to cross at the end of each lap the finish is that line. When displayed at a gate the finish is between the gate marks.
            
        
        
            
            
            
            
            
            C
            
            
            
            
            ...
            
            
            
            
            &nbsp;
            Course Change.
            When displayed at a rounding mark, the position of the next mark has been changed. If the direction to the mark has changed it shall be indicated by displaying the new compass bearing or a green triangular flag (or board) for a change to starboard or a red rectangular flag (or board) for a change to port. If the length of the leg has changed then this shall be signalled by displaying a &quot;-&quot; if the leg will shorter or a &quot;+&quot; if the leg will be longer. Repeated sound signals should be made to draw attention to the signal.
            
        
    


Abandonment signal


    
        
            Flag signal
            Number of sound signals when raised
            Number of sound signals when lowered
            Description
        
        
            
            
            
            
            
            N
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            All races that have started are abandoned. Return to starting area for a new start. The first warning signal will be made 1 minute after N is removed.
        
        
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            N
            A
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            &nbsp;
            All races are abandoned. No more racing today.
        
        
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            N
            H
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
            &nbsp;
            All races are abandoned. More information ashore.
        
    


Other signals


    
        
            Flag signal
            Number of sound signals when raised
            Number of sound signals when lowered
            Description
        
        
            
            
            
            
            
            L
            
            
            
            
            
            &nbsp;
            When displayed afloat means: Come within hail or follow this boat.
            When displayed ashore means: A notice to competitors has been posted.
            
        
        
            
            
            
            
            
            M
            
            
            
            
            ...
            
            
            
            
            &nbsp;
            Indicates a boat or an object displaying this signal replaces a missing mark.
            Repeated sound signals should be made to draw attention to the signal.
            
        
        
            
            
            
            
            
            Y
            
            
            
            
            
            &nbsp;
            All people on board should wear a personal life jacket or personal buoyancy.
        
        
            
            
            
            
            
            BLUE
            &nbsp;
            &nbsp;
            When displayed the race committee boat is in position at the finishing line.
        
    


Click here for all the current sailing &nbsp;rules&nbsp; http://www.sailing.org/tools/documents/RRS2009-2012-[5950].pdf]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Allgoodfun Kite Demo Day at Blackheath near London February 21st 2010]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[On the&nbsp;21st February&nbsp;Allgoodfun are holding the first of our 2010 demo days, where you can come along&nbsp;for a free day out and try some of the kites we stock. Our team riders and owner will be there with advice for all types of kiter, from the absolute beginner through to the seasoned expert.&nbsp;On demo will include some of the 2010 Cabrinha Kitesurf, F-one Kitesurf, Ozone landkites and new 2010 Depower kites, fixed bridle range, other brands that will be available for demo are Flexifoil, HQ, Eolo.

We will be offering a discount for any kite bought on the day !, If we have not managed to bring it along we will send it out to you Free of Charge on our return.

Come along and have a fun day out - as long as its not raining. If the weather does look terrible, we will be putting a notice on the news section, so keep looking out.&nbsp;
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With the weather being terrible on the inital date of 17th Jan, we have decided to change the date till the 21st Feb - we hope you can all still make it.]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Allgoodfun Dinghy Covers]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[New for 2010, will see Allgoodfun launch a range of dinghy covers made to suit the main classes of dinghy in the UK.
We have been making bespoke dinghy covers for years, but for 2010 we will have our own range - designed by ourselves and made in the quality fabrics&nbsp;with an unbelievable pricetag, the first ones to arrive will be for the Optimist cover, Laser cover and Topper covers in a weeks time, after that the rest will follow.

There worth waiting for !!!]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Allgoodfun boats racing at the 2010 London International Boatshow at Excel]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[This year will see more Allgoodfun sponsored boats competing on the water at the show, so if your going look out for one of the Allgoodfun logo'd boats, hopefully they will be at the front of the fleet !!

www.londonboatshow.com/2010.aspx]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Allgoodfun Snowkite Competition]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[Whilst the rest of the country shivering and moaning, get out there and try Snow Kiting!
Combine the weather,&nbsp;your kite and skis&nbsp;/&nbsp;snowboard together and&nbsp;&nbsp;come&nbsp;Snow&nbsp;&nbsp;Kiting&nbsp; at&nbsp;our innovative new event; The&nbsp; 'Allgoodfun South East Snow&nbsp;&nbsp;Kite Competition' this Sunday 10th January.

With Kitesurfing and Snow skiing being 2 of the many aspects that Allgoodfun cater for in the shop, this is the ideal way to combine sports!

So as long as you have the gear we have a field, a tractor (for jump creation!)&nbsp;and support&nbsp;so&nbsp;with decent winds forecasted we should be in for a day of fun&nbsp;!
It's free to enter and we will be looking at some spot prizes for the best efforts and style. There may even be some local media there so plenty&nbsp;of reasons to come along!&nbsp;

If you&nbsp;are interested contact&nbsp;&nbsp;Andrew&nbsp; on 07740 856527 on Saturday afternoon for the weather conditions and exact venue. We will be approximately&nbsp;3 miles&nbsp;from the Allgoodfun&nbsp;the shop in Dunton&nbsp;Green, Nr Sevenoaks. Which is located at TN14 6AR, which is on New Road in Sundridge, Kent. Go up New road for about a mile and on the right hand side you will see a gate - we will put some flags on it, but park on the road, and follow the path across to the field, you will see more flage there and as long as its windy the action.
Hope to see you there!]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Allgoodfun Snow kite Fun Day on the BBC]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[Well we managed to have a load of fun, with toboggans behind kites for those without skis, one guy utilised a kayak (but due to having to take your shoes off to get in it, he had a cold barefoot walk back when it all went wrong !!), and a few out there at any chance when the wind picked up.

However it was a shame that the constant 15mph winds that were predicted, just puffed through occassionally allowing only the bigger kites - Ozone Manta 3 12mtr, Panche 12mtr, Best Waroo 13 mtr giving just about enough to have a laugh.

Thanks go out to the BBC Crew that came to film, Radio Kent and Radio One for advertising the event, the farmer&nbsp; who let us use the field and supplied a tractor to create the jump (3 round straw balles with snow rammed up against it), and Ben - a local rider that we sponsor for making us laugh !!

Lets hope theres more snow on the way and we'll be out there again !!



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Click the link below for the BBC news feature

http://strongmail.real.com/track?t=c&amp;mid=156004&amp;msgid=87700&amp;did=1256767835&amp;sn=1219705941&amp;eid=andrew@allgoodfun.com&amp;uid=418379&amp;extra=&amp;&amp;&amp;2001&amp;&amp;&amp;http://www.bbc.co.uk/england/realmedia/southeasttoday/bb/southeasttoday_16x9_bb.ram&nbsp;]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Allgoodfun's International 14 at the Pornic Cup back in 2006]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[We have seen it before, but had forgotten to add this onto the site - well here it is footage of the 2006 Pornic Cup, with the Allgoodfun sponsored International 14 helmed by Colin Smith



Colin is still log'd and has just competed in the 2010 International 14 Worlds in Sydney - but unfortunately broke the mast.]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Aboard Solan Goose in the Hamble Frostbite series 2009]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[After repairing the sails for Solan Goose for many years - Owned and skippered by Peter Olden, we got aboard and went out racing with him early 2009.

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                                    <title><![CDATA[Paragliding at Devils Dyke, near Brighton.]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[This day was such a lovely day with nice lift and a few of us out paragliding at Devils Dyke, this was shot using a headcam (but mind you it had a lot smaller area of vision than it shows !!), anyway it was a fun day and we all came away smilling.


the next bit !!

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                                    <title><![CDATA[Allgoodfun weekend away in Port Talbot]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[With us all meeting up at the shop on Friday evening, we jumped in the mini bus and headed for Port Talbot in Wales for the weekend - with all (except the driver) consuming a few drinks on the way down and many stops, we eventually got there very late and had to set up camp.

The morning brought us lightish winds and hence we all tried, but non could get upwind, so dune jumping was thought of and thats the way the rest of the weekend went.

We definately do not advise that you try this at home, all are idiots !!

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                                    <title><![CDATA[Allgoodfun weekend away with the SKA]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[Allgoodfun are proud to annouce that we are a major sponsor of the&nbsp;SKA - Student kitesurf association - Westward Ho! weekend, with over 800 students taking over the caravan site, and the usual student behavour, we knew we were in for a long weekend.

With the first day offering up decent winds we were all out on the water ripping it up - with the party that evening we all knew we had to conserve some energy!
The Sunday morning brought us very little wind and after a slight accident with a board on the Saturday a new sport was devised - our van, a rope and a person on the back on a kitesurf board !

We definately do not recommend this as its potentially very dangerous, and even the owners wrist ached for about a week after his fall - see if you can spot the one !!

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                                    <title><![CDATA[Allgoodfuns Andrew and Alex Smith climbing the mast of IL Mostro Pumas sponsored yacht]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[With a little bit of trepidation both Andrew and Alex Smith were hoisted up the mast of Puma's Il Mostro yacht in London.





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                                    <title><![CDATA[Cancelled - Allgoodfun Demo Day due to weather.]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[We are heading up to Blackheath, but are expecting it to be rained off again, however i will be re arranging this again. Sorry but cannot do anything about the weather !]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Allgoodfun kite demo day]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[Firstly i would lke to thank all those that came, we had a complete success from everyone i have spoken to, with horrendous weather in the morning, i thought we were on for another cancellation, but it slowly dried out and the kites came out - with no exception the kite that all wanted to try was the Flysurfer Speed 3 Delux, with everyone loving it, alongside that were the HQ montana, HQ Neo, Flexifoil Blade 5 4.9mtr, Peter Lynn Core, HQ Crossfire, Ozone&nbsp;Manta&nbsp;&nbsp;to mention a few.

We have decided from this day that we will be doing a fair few more over the year and will do a evening fly in as well.
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Allgoodfun offer a breath of fresh air - Paramotoring tuition]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[Allgoodfun are pleased to offer two new courses in the exciting world of Paramotoring. When the winds are lighter what better way to explore the airwaves than with a motorised paraglider, giving you the freedom of flight with NO license required at all.
&nbsp;
Paramotoring is one of the UK's fastest growing air sports and amazingly you can take off from any field,&nbsp;in light&nbsp;winds and has very low running costs, when set-up.
&nbsp;
We can supply full kit,&nbsp;expert coaching and can supply a full BHPA (British hang-gliding and paragliding)&nbsp;license

Cost is &pound;275 for a 2 day elementary course, or for the full 10 day course (weather depending) its &pound;1499, but with a &pound;500 discount if you buy the full kit.

We are looking to offer a Northern and Southern course subject to numbers&nbsp;in late April/ May.
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For more info contact andrew@allgoodfun.com&nbsp;or look here for a video of us flying a while ago www.youtube.com/watch]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Blackheath Evening Sessions]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[Want to try some more kites and have some fun ????
On the dates listed below we will be running demo and fun evenings up at Blackheath common, South East London - we will be starting at about 6.30pm, and staying till dark !! sometimes after !
As with all these events there will be a great atmosphere and fun to be had !
Starting on 21st April, 5th May, 19th May, 2 June, 16 June, 30 June, 14 July, 28 July, 11 August.
Training can be offered on a hourly basis - with prior arrangement via Andrew@allgoodfun.com
Further details and kite testing will be on our news page of www.allgoodfun.com]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Tonbridge Kite Festival 6th June 2010]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[Once again this year on the 6th june we will be exhibiting at the Tonbridge Kite Festival, this year we will be there with even more demo kites and more Allgoodfun team riders all there to help out and demo.

Tonbridge kite festival is held in the middle of Tonbridge in Kent, and is located behind the somerfield thats on the highstreet (where there is parking), alternatively there is a small carpark behind McDonalds.

Its always a good laugh and a very enjoyable day - look forward to seeing you there.]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[AllGoodFun Riders compete in Student Nationals]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[Allgoodfun riders Tom Davis and Charles (Carlos) Rae recently competed at the first ever Student Kitesurf Nationals in Southampton. The event was the first of its kind with 28 competitors from 16 different Universities competing in both intermediate and advanced categories. The scene was set for a great competition with judging and commentating from the likes of James Boulding and Ali Barret (British number 2 and 4). Although wind forecasts were forever changing throughout the week, Saturday morning was blessed with 18 knots + of wind and heavy showers. Undeterred by the rain, all the competitors and spectators loaded up on energy drinks provided by red bull (who were spinning out beats from their DJ truck the entire weekend) in preparation for the first of the intermediate heats. Both Allgoodfun riders, hailing from Plymouth University advanced through their first heats on their 12m Cabrinha Switchblades 2010. Tom then won his second heat in the intermediate category, busting out more backloops than you are ever likely to see in a single heat, as well as pulling some of the biggest jumps of the day. Unfortunately he was unable to progress past the third round to reach the finals, bowing out to the eventual champion and third place winner of the intermediate competition. Carlos on the other hand was able to progress as far as the losers final, pulling out his usual crazy mix of technical wake tricks and powered vert grabs, often ending in massive crashes however gaining lots of style points from the judges. He rode well in the loser's final with a stylish beach start and almost stomping a very technical bel-air. However this was not enough to clinch the last spot in the final, losing to the technical expertise of BKSA riders Richard Burton and Ali Reader, the eventual 1st and 2nd place winners of the advanced category.
The Saturday evening saw an immense party at Southampton Universities Student Union, complete with the usual student antics to unwind from the day's competition. This also included the award ceremony for the day's winners and losers including biggest bailout and a most time spent with kite on the water, as ell as the crowning of Southampton University as overall champions 2010. The event was a roaring success with many sore bodies and heads on the Sunday morning. Thanks goes to the Southampton University Kitesurf Club for organising such an amazing event whilst also raising &pound;640 for Julia's House Hospice from entry fees. Next year sets to be an even bigger event with more competitors and Universities, as well as many more Student Kitesurfing events in the pipeline for the future. So watch this space...............]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[2010 Flysurfer and MBS boards on there way !]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[This weekend will see the first delivery of the new 2010 Flysurfer Speed 3 kites and the new MBS mountain boards - with such fantastic feedback from our last demo day the Speed 3 had to make it onto our stock list, and to compliment such a top quality kite, we are now also stocking the MBS mountainboards to suit.

Both with unparalleled quality and riding characteristics - this is what all our team riders are after !

Beware: One ride on our demo kit and you will want one ! - and dont forget our demo dates are here for Blackheath and more to follow:
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Allgoodfun welcomes Ben Dawson to the team]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[Ben has been kitesurfing since 2001, and in 2005 he gained his BKSA and IKO qualifications and has taught and competed all over the world. In the past 5 years Ben has taught over 3000 people and still thrives on getting new kiters into this fantstic sport.

More recently he has focused on advanced tuition and Kenya based instruction courses, helping riders reach their full potential. Bens style on the water is best described as new old school, combining powered kiteloops with board offs, passes and huge unhooked tricks. His smooth almostlazy style and ability to break down tricks and techniques mean that riders can expect to learn loads quickly and safely.

Ben has in the past been sponsored by North kites and Aboards.eu, he is now proud to be an Allgoodfun Team Rider.

Ben will be teaching for Advanced kitesurfers throughtout the summer in various locations that include Eastbourne, Pevensey Bat, Hastings and Camber Sands.]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Harken Dinghy fittings now in the shop]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[With Harken blocks being regarded as the 'Rolls Royce' of dinghy fittings, and fitted to most top end boats and the block of choice for virtually all racing applications, we now have a range of blocks from the 16mm, right through to the Ratchamatics, with light weight and reliability at high loads the Harken range definately stands out - not online yet, but will be soon.]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Tonbridge kite festival 6th June 2010]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[Diary Date: June 6th 9-5pm

Once again Allgoodfun will be the main supporter and retailer at the Tonbridge Kite Festival - we will be taking along our exhibition marquee and will have many kites on display aswell as having some of our team riders on hand to help and weather permitting show you what they can do. Over the years we have had many fun days up there and hope this one will be even better, come along and have some fun !!

Demo kites will be available for you to try.

The venue is Tonbridge Park in Kent, located just behind McDonalds and an easy walk from&nbsp;Tonbridge main line station.]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Cabrinha 2011 Kitesurf Kites]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[With Allgoodfun trying to keep you all aware of all the new developments in Kitesurfing, we will soon&nbsp;be testing the new 2011 Cabrinha Crossbow, Nomad, Convert, and anything new they have to show us.

Stocks will not be here until at least Oct, but we will be taking photos and showing you whats coming, and of course taking pre orders to make sure you are the first to get your hands on them.]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Kite demo at Blackheath 30th June - Cancelled]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[We do apologise, but this Wednesdays demo evening at Blackheath has had to be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances.

We will however be running the next one on the 14th July starting at 6.30pm&nbsp;and to make sure we have more wind we will be at Camber Sands or Greatstone - wind direction dependant - for more information call us on 07740 856527 on the day, and to finish the evening off we will supply a BBQ, just bring whatever you want cooked !

Look forward to seeing you there]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Last night at Camber sands - would not want to be one of those kitesurfers out on the water - we tried to warn them !!]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[This was taken just before it hit, with 60mph winds, and hail - Always keep an eye on the weather behind you when your kitesurfing.
Some poor souls were out being taught when this came through ! NOT by ourselves !!
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Tonights demo - Cancelled re-scheduled for 25th August]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[Unfortunately tonights demo at Blackheath has got to be cancelled, the winds just not coming out to play !, we are away next week, but will be holding the next demo on the 25th August.

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                                    <title><![CDATA[Once again weather is against us tonight]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[Tonights (25th Aug)&nbsp;fun evening at Black Heath has been cancelled due to it continuously raining, we will be back out next wednesday unless it rains again - surely not !!]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[F-one Bandit 4 Breaks the World sailing speed record for 4th time in a row ! 100KM'h]]></title>
                                    
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Kite and Garden Windspiration Sale 15th November 2010]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[On the evening of Monday 15th November 7-10pm&nbsp;we will be holding a kite and garden display sale at a local village hall (TN14 6EJ)

On sale will be loads of heavily reduced toys, with Christmas under 6 weeks after the event, this will be the ideal way to get some good Christmas presents

For the kind of gear we will have available look here http://www.allgoodfun.com/fun-stuff/12]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Allgoodfun B14 at Ovington Inlands - well done lads]]></title>
                                    
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The B14 fleet arrived at Grafham to be greeted by sunny skies and a fair breeze. 
Sharing the course with the 29ers, the B14s were the first fleet to start, sailing on the outer course. The stage was set, in a shifty and gusty force 2 &ndash; 3, a story was to unfold. 
Throughout the day, the racing was to be tight, with many place changes throughout every race, it was a day of much joisting, giving spectators a battle royal with each race going to the wire. As the day progressed, it became readily apparent that each team would have their moment of glory, particularly All Good Fun (Dan Cowin/Dan Hollands) taking race 4 to the big guns and outwitting them to gain their maiden win in a championship. 
The team that initially led the charge was Seavolution (Mark Barnes/Paul Smith) hounded throughout race 1 by North Sails2 (Robin Wood/James Coxon), The Anthill Mob (Tim Harrison/Johnny Radcliffe), Torq (Gerry Brown/Leaky Fermor) and Acxiom (Mark Emmett/Allan Stuart). With the tables turned half way through race 2, it was the Anthill Mob that were to show there colour and roll the dice on the run to outplay the front of the pack to take the race, following that with a close struggle to take race 3. Race 4, with the right holding good had the lead change several times till All Good Fun finally broke through to take their crowning glory. 
That evening the fleet headed off to the Ullman Sails TT series dinner and presentation at the Rivermill Tavern. A great evening was to be had with many receiving prizes for their endeavours throughout the year. Winners of the Ullman Sails TT series was North Sails1 (Dave Hayes/Richie Bell). 
Sunday dawned with cloudy sky and a force 2 and all surprisingly in good spirits rather than the full on hangovers. It may have something to do last orders being at 2300 and an extra hour in bed. 
The fleet were again first away. Leading the charge, was North Sails2 with Acxiom hot on their heels. However, it was Seavolution that was to pull the rabbit out of the hat, sailing round the fleet up the middle to split the front two at the windward mark. With a large wind shift and fading breeze, the next 3 laps were to prove incredibly tight. At the last mark Seavolution and Acxiom got the better of North Sails2 to lead the sprint to the finish, but the fat lady was to sing. With the breeze dying completely, and North Sails2 on the recovery, the race was abandoned with Seavolution and North Sails2 200 m. off the finish line. Having seen the series outcome being rewritten several times during the race, and with the breeze failing to fill in, The Anthill Mob took the event from Seavolution who in turn beat North Sails2 on countback. 
With the culmination of TT series, the fleet will be looking to send out the Winter Pursuit team to this winter&rsquo;s main events. 
Overall Results: 


    
        
            Pos
            Sail No
            Helm
            Crew
            Club
            R1
            R2
            R3
            R4
            Pts
        
        
            1st
            758
            Tim Harrison
            Jenny Ratcliffe
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            -3
            1
            1
            2
            4
        
        
            2nd
            784
            Mark Burns
            Paul Smith
            Whitstable YC
            1
            2
            4
            -6
            7
        
        
            3rd
            763
            Robin Wood
            James Coxon
            Llandegdded
            2
            -3
            2
            3
            7
        
        
            4th
            761
            Mark Emmett
            Allan Stuart
            RYA
            -6
            5
            3
            4
            12
        
        
            5th
            769
            Daniel Cowin
            Daniel Hollands
            Hythe SC
            -8
            6
            7
            1
            14
        
        
            6th
            786
            Gerry Brown
            Leaky
            &nbsp;
            5
            4
            6
            -8
            15
        
        
            7th
            772
            Mark Watts
            Chris Bishop
            Weston SC
            7
            (DNC)
            5
            5
            17
        
        
            8th
            775
            Rhys Triffitt
            Simon Reynolds-Jones
            Queen Mary
            4
            7
            -9
            7
            18
        
        
            9th
            766
            Kathy Sheratt
            Rachel Bennett
            Weston SC
            9
            (DNC)
            8
            9
            26
        
        
            10th
            724
            Oliver Love
            Samantha Flint
            Northshore
            10
            (DNC)
            DNC
            10
            31
        
    


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                                    <title><![CDATA[Allgoodfun imports a kite surf bladder manufacture / Kite surf bladder repair machine]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[We are not trying to compete with manufacturers bladders, but with so many kite manufacturers stopping producing bladders for older kites, we now are able to solve this problem and either modify a standard bladder (and we stock hundreds !), alternatively with companies such as Best and Slingshot outsourcing bladder manufacture we can hopefully now sort out the problem.

We will need the full length, diameter and valve type/ positioning details or the kite !.

However with this bladder machine we can now manufacture almost any inflatable product, and encase it in a super strong fabric outer.]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Fastest woman in the world behind a sail on a F-one Bandit 4 !]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[Charlotte Consorti http://charlotteconsorti.fr/, has become the fatstest woman in the world behind a sail, reaching an amazing 50.43knots, thats over 58mph !!

Powered by her F-one Bandit 4 6mtr&nbsp;kite she broke the womans speed record for sail powered speed in Luderitz, Namibia, just days after the male record was broken once again on a F-one Bandit 4 - However as fast as these kites are, they are an awesome kite for all levels of rider !]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Allgoodfun's new Employee]]></title>
                                    
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Check this and all the rest of our videos on youtube !!]]></title>
                                    
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Now thats flying !!, 
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Free Handwarmers and shop discount !]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[With tonight being the night of the Sevenoaks Christmas lights being lit, we have decided to help all those who have braved the cold.

Allgoodfun staff have been out giving out free pairs of handwarmers to make the evening more enjoyable, and with them all being hounded and hundreds given out along with a free discount flyer for the shop&nbsp; we have decided to do it again over the next couple of days, so if your in the sevenoaks area tomorrow, or at the turning on of the christmas lights in Westerham this wednesday evening coming, we will be doing the same again.

Giving you a little bit of warmth on a cold night !]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Media links for Allgoodfun]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[Facebook - Search for

1) Allgoodfun kitesurfing and kite sports group

2) Allgoodfun sailing team

3) Allgoodfun Paramotoring south 

4) Blackheath power kite flyers

Twitter - Search for
Allgoodfun]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Allgoodfuns new Sponsored ATB rider]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[Allgoodfun welcomes James Burgess to the team, name is James Burgess I'm 16 years old and have been Landboarding for 8 months now, flying Powerkites for 3 years and been totally obsessed by progression from the start! http://www.vimeo.com/9273230 (My first ever time on a Landboard filmed in February this year.) 

Right now I attend Imberhorne Sixth form, I live in the land-locked area of East Grinstead and my local flying spot is Camber sands / Greatstone and regardless of the wind speed, direction or tide times I'm at the beach every weekend even in the pouring rain or the very rare Caribbean heat I'm down there every single weekend! I really live to kite and it is a huge part of my life, Its just a really good way to express myself I like to ride super powered up and use each kite right to the edge of its wind range before i size down. I get a lift down every weekend from a Buggier who also Kitekats! he has been a great friend to me through it all and has taught me alot. I'm also a regular member on a kiting forum Kite Buggies and Boards and everyone on there has also helped me progress with loads of good advice!

Right now I love trying unhooked tricks and love doing kiteloops!. I have met some really cool people through Kiting and I do love the social aspect of the land based Kiting, its really cool to chat to people on the beach who want to know more about it and just relax with friends showing off some new moves!

I guess you could say I don't do the conventional Landboarding moves, the surfing moves just really interest me and I like to try them out on land, personally I think everything looks a bit better when your unhooked! I like to ride really hard and push myself to learn new things like the handlepass and the kiteloop and I won't stop learning new things. I do still do some more normal tricks like the 360 and 720 as well as grabs and foot outs but I'm more in love with the kitesurfing moves! I Always just enjoy it, ride hard and have a good time wind or no wind every single weekend! 

So Yeah that's a little bit about me, Thanks for reading it all. If you want any more pictures or even some video message me back.&nbsp; 
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Allgoodfuns new Sponsored Kitesurf team rider]]></title>
                                    
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Hi I'm Will Hamilton. I'm 27 years old and I've been kiting for just over four and a half years now. I got into Kitesurfing completely by accident as a friend of mine had booked a lesson with Andy from AllGoodFun for two people and the other guy had dropped out. It took a bit of persuading to convince me that it was a good idea to spend two days in the Channel in early November but I did and was hooked immediately!
As I'm based in London kitesurfing is definitely an unfortunate addiction to have picked up, but if the wind is blowing I am either somewhere heading south on the M20 or at Camber Sands or Greatstone beach. I also do quite a bit of traveling with my gear, both around the UK to places like North Uist in the Outer Hebredies or Devon and Cornwall and abroad to spots in Morroco and other places. Although I've kited some incredible spots on my travels it is hard to beat a 25 knot easterly down at Greatstone on a Sunny day!
One of the things I love about Kitesurfing is the endless progression that's possible. I remember the buzz I got the first time I managed to get up on the board and then the first jump and that feeling is still there every time I land a new move. There has been a lot of argument over the past few years as to what direction the sport should be taking at competition level.
Although I am getting more and more into powered wakestyle moves with the kite low I get just as much of a kick out of heading out stupidly overpowered for a big air session down at Camber or just caining along at Greatstone in the shallow stuff. I reckon a really well executed simple move maybe with a grab thrown in somewhere looks massively better than a more difficult move that looks rushed.
At the moment I'm concentrating on landing moves to blind and adding grabs in where possible. I guess my favourite moves have to be an S-bend or a backloop kiteloop just because they feel so good!]]></description>
                                                                       
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                                    <title><![CDATA[V3000 comes third at Bloody Mary 2011]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[The sailboats.co.uk Bloody Mary Pursuit Race was run for the 38th time this weekend at Queen Mary Sailing Club. This was also the second leg of the SailJuice Global Warm-Up series.
For the first time in several years, the race took place in decent conditions with a good breeze and double digit temperatures following six weeks of freezing cold. This attracted 238 entries in 60 classes from 107 clubs from as far afield as Aberdeen.
First off were the Toppers in a force 4-5 breeze at which point the foiling Moths (who were to go off last) were looking favourites to win. After 40 minutes, the breeze had dropped to a Force 3 and a Laser 4.7 took the lead. 20 minutes later a Graduate helmed by Steve Cockerill overhauled them and held off a 3000 and two National 12s for over an hour. With 20 minutes to go an International 14 sailed by Roger Gilbert and Ben McGrane took the lead and extended it until the end of the race. Second to finish was Chips Howarth and Vyv Townend in a Fireball and close behind them was Daniel Hollands and Andrew Thompson in the 3000.
Winner of the Ladies Helm was Katie Russell in a Laser Radial. The Hyde Sails Foilers Trophy went to Mike Cooke in an International Moth. The first Queen Mary Helm and first junior was Callum Ellis in a 29er with his crew Will Harris. Winner of the Grand Master prize was Bob Yates from Burghfield in a Blaze. There were 12 class prizes (for those fleets of 6 or more)

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                                    <title><![CDATA[Zapcats are here !!!]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[ZatCats are uber powerful race boats that, essentially- the power to weight ratio is second to none, enabling speeds of up to 50mph (and believe us, on water that seems very very fast indeed, but is (depending on weather conditions). Zapcats can pull up to 3G when turning and leap around 6ft out of the wake of the water as you will find out on a Allgoodfun thrill ride.
The Allgoodfun Zapcat is powered by a 50hp race tuned outboard engine, with stainless clever prop, just to get you to have the best time out on the water - unlike some others ours are driven by very experienced race helms.

30min Zapcat Experience: This powerboat seats one passenger and the pilot and on this high adrenalin water experience you'll spend&nbsp;upto&nbsp;30&nbsp;mins in the racing&nbsp;ZapCat, which although does not sound long, but with upto 50mph of wave jumping, adrenalin filled fun, this is not for the light hearted.
With our 90 min Zapcat Experience: you have all the above, but with 90minutes to hit more waves, and to get to grips with the boat, with more details on body positioining to get the absolute most out of the boat, along with the chance (as long as conditions are suitable) for you to get to pilot the Zapcat yourself - and believe me you will be asking us to slow down for you to grab a breath in that time !

Experience Summary:
30min Zapcat Experience: The experience lasts about 1 hour with about 30 minutes in the Zapcat.
90min Zapcat Experience: The experience lasts for 2 hours with about 90 mins in the Zapcat.
These experiences are for sundays, and on booking we will email you back with a voucher so that the experience can be booked in at a later date.
Zapcat Experience Options: If your after something different from the standard experience, just contact our events team events@allgoodfun.com, and we can arrange alternatives i.e. day trips, up the thames - through London, Goodwin sands, or even to rendezvous with your bigger boat and give friends or families a day of fun. Just ask and we will do the very best that we can !
Requirements: The minimum age is 16. You should be a confident swimmer and the experience is not suitable if you have back or neck problems are&nbsp;pregnant&nbsp;and all safety clothing will be supplied.
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                                    <title><![CDATA[Kitesurf Course Race results from 22nd May 2010]]></title>
                                    
                                    	<description><![CDATA[With a 22 mph&nbsp;forecasted predicted and up to 38mph on the day, an exciting day was had by all. With some of the riders unable to make the first race and some opting out, and one or two deciding the conditions were too much.

A triangular course was laid out with the last leg up parallel to the beach - although with the winds and waves we had to set this leg further out than we had hoped, and personally i am very pleased that we did - being in the zapcat any closer in to the shore would have made it impossible ! (and it actually almost was where we were!)

With some being seasoned course racers, and some being complete novices the starts were fairly interesting, with a couple unsure whether the race had started initially - even though the green was up and the horn had gone off (but with the waves, milling around the boat was made exceptionally difficult)

All 3 races were held with numbers dwindling due to the conditions.

Next race is June 19th - Venue will be emailed to competitors and put online before hand (we will be looking at conditions and locations will be either camber, Greatstone or Minster on the Isle of sheppey).
Race&nbsp;One&nbsp;


    
        
            Name
            No
            Finished
            Points
            Class
        
        
            Callum Edge
            23
            1st
            10
            Race Board
        
        
            Trevor Sargeant
            41
            2nd
            9
            Twin Tip
        
        
            Henry Rebbeck
            56
            3rd
            8
            Twin Tip
        
        
            Neil Wilson
            51
            4th
            7
            Race Board
        
        
            Ralph Crathorne
            11
            5th
            6
            Twin Tip
        
        
            Charles Raiton
            39
            6th
            5
            Twin Tip
        
        
            Patrick Kennedy
            29
            7th
            4
            Twin Tip
        
        
            Gareth Isted
            12
            8th
            3
            Twin Tip
        
        
            Tony Mc Spatten
            19
            DNF
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            Jemima Crathorne
            7
            DNF
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            Robert Felkler
            37
            DNF
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            Mark Bashford
            32
            DNF
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            Bronek Masojada
            22
            DNF
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            Dave Waite
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            DNS
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&nbsp;Race Two

    
        
            Name
            No
            Finished
            Points
            Class
        
        
            Callum Edge
            23
            1st
            10
            Race Board
        
        
            Henry Rebbeck
            56
            2nd
            9
            Twin Tip
        
        
            Neil Wilson
            51
            3rd
            8
            Race Board
        
        
            Ralph Crathorne
            11
            4th
            7
            Twin Tip
        
        
            Charles Raiton
            34
            5th
            6
            Twin tip
        
    

&nbsp;Race Three

    
        
            Name
            No
            Finished
            Points
            Class
        
        
            Henry Rebbeck
            56
            1st
            10
            Twin Tip
        
        
            Neil Wilson
            51
            2nd
            9
            Race Board
        
        
            Callum Edge
            23
            3rd
            8
            Race Board
        
        
            Patrick Kennedy
            29
            4th
            7
            Twin Tip
        
        
            Purple Kite -
            Monster wave stopped us from seeing 
            who it was - Please help !!
            &nbsp;
            5th
            6
            Twin Tip ?
        
    

&nbsp;Overall Results

    
        
            Name
            No
            Finished
            Overall Points
            Class
        
        
            Callum Edge
            23
            1st
            28
            Race Board
        
        
            Henry Rebbeck
            56
            2nd
            27
            Twin Tip
        
        
            Neil Wilson
            51
            3rd
            24
            Race Board
        
        
            Ralph Crathorne
            11
            4th
            13
            Twin Tip
        
        
            Charles Raiton
            39
            5th - Joint
            11
            Twin Tip
        
        
            Patrick Kennedy
            29
            5th - Joint
            11
            Twin Tip
        
        
            Trevor Sargeant
            41
            6th
            9
            Twin Tip
        
        
            Gareth Isted
            12
            7th
            3
            Twin Tip
        
    



Hi Guys,
Just a quick note to say thanks very much for organising a great fun event today. My first attempt at racing and it was awesome fun. I was especially impressed with the dedication in sitting in the zap cat in the big waves, I think it was definitely more fun with a kite!
&nbsp;Thanks again, really great day.
&nbsp;
I hope I can make it to some more of the events.
&nbsp;
Regards
&nbsp;Henry 
Mutiny Kites

And another one !

U never forget your first time!!!
Thanks to everyone, had a blast out there .
Came away with alot of experience can't wait till the next event!!!!
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Hi Andy,
Replacement bladders received with thanks. Installed them and took the kite out at Lancing today - very happy with its performance!
Thanks again for sorting it out - great after sales service: I won't hesitate to recommend you to my friends.
All the best,
Nick Boulton.
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