- winds in Darwin are often direct onshore or direct offshore
- foiling is easier in Dry Season offshore winds compared to Wet Season onshore wind chop
- seawater turns a yellow-brown colour in the Wet Season due to increased sediment load
- the most common wind range for foiling in Darwin is 10-15 knots
- large tides dictate when to foil – below 3m means a longer walk and more chance of hitting reef
