How to spend an afternoon wisely

First, you need to stand on the sand next to the sea with a long lens.

By the way, that’s a backpack on my back, not a hump.

Then spend an hour pointing the lens at passing traffic.

There was Pierre, acting up for the camera as usual. Little jumps..

…and Gallic shrugs:

Bo was smooth turning and jumping:

And then he and his mate went out on the ridiculous Gemini two-rider machine:

There were some kit surfers out too, but they were just hanging around:

An hour of shooting and then it was my turn to play. Excellent wind and the body got a good workout. Then a large plate of lasagna for dinner, and now I am sat here with aching limbs, a toasty skin, and a feeling of contentment.

The pound exchange rate may be down the toilet, but life can still be beautiful.

Comments 🔗

2010-03-03 | Jay says

Can we have a post with “Whats in my camera bag ..” story??

2010-03-03 | Jock says

Can’t see Billy doing any of this stuff in his upcoming retirement …

… jeez he’s only playing golf now on the courses that are a) in the sun and b)will allow a Golf Cart on the course ..

.. whatever happenned to 18 holes on the Aberdeen Links courses in freezing cold and carrying your own clubs ..

2010-03-04 | Spike says

Jay, what was in the bag yesterday was a Canon 1D Mark 3, 300mm F2.8 lens with 1.4 extender; and a 70-200mm F4 which I never used. Total weight, 8 kilos. What could be in the bag would be a more extensive, and even heavier story.

Jock, Windsurfing must be one of the better ways of staying fit in the declining years; but golf is better than just sitting in a chair and drooling at the TV; which seems to be the retirement activity of choice for many.

2010-03-04 | Amara at Blue Lagoon says

Thanks for those great shots, it is difficult to express just how much fun we are having out there together.

No need to buy Windsurfing gear, you can rent the best gear in the world in 10 hour blocks from 300 - 500THB/hour.

Start the journey with us today

We also have new Kayaks and Paddle-boards for less windy days.

CU on the beach

2010-03-04 | Ingrid says

These are really cool pictures!!!!! The guy with the backpack is good!

2010-03-04 | todd says

http://thechive.files.wordpress.com/2010/03/coffee-mug-2-e1267603175478.jpg?w=498&h=399

2010-03-04 | Spike says

And also: http://www.pdnpulse.com/2010/03/swag-alert-canon-white-lens-coffee-mug-.html

2010-03-04 | Spike says

Craig “it is difficult to express just how much fun we are having out there together.”

How about: WHEEEEEEEEEEEEE!