As the watermen descended on the remote coastline, kites were pumped up and tossed into the air. Bernd paddled his SUP out into the line up, Kevin and Gollito launched their drones into the sky. This would become the common morning practice on the tour. Bagging first rides at amazing breaks, pushing each other’s limits, sending to one’s best ability and setting an example of excellence. It was an unspoken mantra, being the most an athlete can be.
The daily pattern day was to follow the wind forecast and the smiles of the people. Finding waves and surf along the rocky coastline was not a challenge. Airton made his mark on the island by checking off ‘firsts’ on a number of un-ridden spots. To a degree this exemplifies the BCWT; to dissect a place, to discover it’s culture, history and stories through exploration. The tour is about the organic discovery, the appreciation and the raw happiness that can be found at the root of the beautiful island people. Perhaps its greatest achievement is the ability to incorporate locals in every possible way. Involving local business and eateries was an important facet.
