Submitted by Allan Taylor on 21 February 2007 - 9:23pm.
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The Estuary is the heart of kiteboarding & windsurfing scene in Christchurch. Great spot to learn when the famous Christchurch Easterly (NE to SE) is working (i.e. summer). Ideal for learners , intermediates & advanced kiters thanks to the flat and waist-deep water in most places, although there is a deeper channel on the Sumner side. Only has water 2 hours before and 3 hours after high tide.
The wind here tends to be a few knots stronger than at the beach.
Kiteboarding Facilities in Christchurch Estuary
Accommodations:
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+ add your offersGetting there:
Nearest airport:
Christchurch airport
Nearest big city:
Christchurch
Nearest town:
Christchurch
Directions:
Turn off Humpheries Drive into Windsurf/Kitesurf area.
Low-cost flights to Christchurch EstuaryAt the beach:
Level required:
all
Best style:
freestyle
speed
Watersports:
kitesurf
windsurf
sailing
Hazards:
- totally safe
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Facilities:
+ school
+ launch area
+ toilets
+ showers
+ shop
+ parking
Beach rules:
The Estuary foreshore is hard and hazardous, so please...
• If you’re not confident in staying up wind, launch 500m
up wind at Sandy Point.
• Riders going out have priority, but should be prepared to
assist incoming riders if they're in difficulty.
• No riding within 3 x line lengths of the road, or lessons
being conducted at Sandy Point.
• No jumping or tricks within 3 x line lengths of the shore.
• Bouys mark water hazards – keep clear at lower tides.
• Don't walk through the car park with your kite up.
• Wear a kite leash at all times.
Weather:
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Wind conditions:
Wind strenght (Bf):
2-3
3-4
4-5
Blowing at:
afternoon
evening
Best season:
[70% >= 4bf]
› January
› February
› March
› October
› November
› December
Medium season:
[45-70% >= 4bf]
› April
› September
Wind details:
• Wind: Conditions normally NE 14 to 22 knots from October through to end of March .
• Tide: Most Tide conditions are good apart from the 4 hours around low tide. Outgoing tide in an easterly makes for the best riding
On the water:
Kitesurf Schools in Christchurch Estuary:
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Groundswell Sports
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Kitesports New Zealand
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