Light to moderate trades have continued along Maui's north shore the last few days. With quite a bit of north component in the wind, Kihei has seen the stronger winds. Thursday was a bit of a sober day at Kanaha for many of us who new Bob and were still in a bit of shock at his passing. Nevertheless, the wind called, perhaps suffused with Bob's spirit. Many sailed out to Uppers with flower leis around their necks to place and scatter the flowers in the waters of Uppers that Bob loved so much.

Wind on Thursday was mostly around 20 or so at Kanaha with little action in the wave department, at least at Kanaha. I've heard that Hookipa has continued to get some nice rideable swell the last couple of days. Yesterday, the winds swung around to a bit more northerly direction and lightened up a little more still. Lots of the local racers are starting to come out of the woodwork to start practicing for the upcoming Maui Race Series that start on June 3, as well as the U.S. Nationals in August. Lots of blazing reaches and laydown jibes.

Also seeing some interesting and unconventional slalom board designs on the beach. Jacque of Jacque's restuarant in Paia is sporting a new twin-nose (or maybe a split nose would be a better description) board shaped by Richard Green (board shaper for Neil Pryde). Lots of gear shuffling going on as long-time Maui racers change sail and board brands, testing their new gear. Seems like several people switching over to either Gaastra or Maui Sails.

Not quite sure what the next few days hold in store. I suspect winds will be light the next couple of days, but may still be sailable this weekend before dropping even more early in the week. Then it looks like the trades will build back in later in the week.