Aussie Kite advice needed

Hi there?.I need some advice from the locals! I moved here from the UK and i need to get out more!

I have a 12m Naish Torch for light winds but I only really use it in 18kts or over in the UK. Anything less and I can?t stay up wind. I?m about 1.8m and 80kgs and during in the summer months it just doesn?t cut it with winds often below 20knts and I find myself sat on the beach or I give it a go and im underpowered and get mashed up by monster aussie style waves. I can often be found sat on the beach with a pile of spaghetti for lines!

I?ve been riding for about 6 years but my experience with aussie waves is poor and I think I would be more confident with more power on tap.

Most people here seem to be riding bow kites rather than C kites which you see more of in the UK due to the stronger winds?plus I guess they are better in waves.

What size and make do people recommend for this part of the world? I was thinking of going to a bow 13 or 14m for light winds but going to big you lose the turning speed which I am learning is pretty important in waves.

Also, does anyone know of any shop that does gear demos in Sydney?

Thanks in advance for your words of wisdom.

cheers Phoney. I gave kitepower a call and they were very helpful. I'll be sorting a demo as soon as conditions are right.