Brinsmead Lane (Lake Connewarre)

Brinsmead Lane at Lake Connewarre is a small, muddy, flat-water lake launch near Geelong, known for reliably calm ride conditions when the wind lines up. Water is often described as cloudy/brackish, and the bottom is notably muddy—excellent for flat-water practice in smooth conditions, but messy and difficult if you have to recover equipment. For kitesurfing, the spot is centered on shallow near-shore water with a shallow track that typically requires a walk out to reach deeper riding areas. Wind usability is strongest when it comes from the south through the southwest to west-southwest range (S, SSW, SW, WSW, W), with typical reported wind speeds around 15–25 knots. Gustiness is reported as moderate, and wind direction can strongly influence how clean and safe conditions feel close to shore. A key safety factor is depth: the water is rarely more than waist deep, which helps confidence for smaller maneuvers but becomes dangerous if you wipe out hard—especially if attempting bigger jumps. Additional hazards include seaweed/weed on shore and in the water, fences/trees close to the launch area, and occasional submerged debris. Booties are strongly recommended due to the mud and the risk of sharp objects, and you should avoid offshore winds (North/East) because conditions can become extremely gusty and shallow near the shore. Seasonally, the spot is often best from September through March, with broader regional patterns pointing to more consistent south-westerly winds in spring and summer frontal seasons and an afternoon sea breeze developing in summer months (December to March). Winter brings colder water; temperature guidance ranges from about 12–14°C in July/August up to around 19–21°C in January/February.