Well now that I have some spare time on my hands I have joined the Sea Breeze Social Network. Thanks for all the kind words and support from everyone. Now to set the record straight (and because I am an honest guy) I was not attempting a double forward loop or a single forward loop - but you would all know that. It was a straight forward jump of a wind wave. All I can remember is the board nose diving and then a loud crack as my left leg twisted in the foot strap. Then came the longest hour of my life as I drifted in Lauderdale Bay, with a wobbly left leg, me screaming in pain and no one within cooee. With the wind direction I was always going to be pushed towards the bottom end of the beach, but it took an eternity and luckily John Palmer was launching off for a kite sail. I was able to get his attention and relay what happened. He took off for the beach to call an ambulance. Thanks to John and his mates who got me out of the water and helped me whilst the ambulance arrived and looked after my gear – I owe you guys a few beers. Fast forward – I am now at home, have a metal rod, screws and plates holding my leg together. I broke my Fib and Tib and had a fracture in my ankle. The ambo guy was so excited when he saw the x –ray he just had to get a photo. I now have six weeks in plaster and a 3 month rehab - so I won't be sailing until next spring.
Now Anthony, you cannot take my wife out to tea, she has the hots for this young orthopaedic surgeon who looked after me – talk about taking advantage of a bloke when he's down. Catch you all soon – Dave (Cracker) Jack. That Cracker bit is my wife's doing