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Posted On: 09/02/2012 16:03:55 Last chance to reserve your place before they are all gone!! The 3 Day clinic contains all aspects of freestyle judging freestyle event set up, rules and event management.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 09/02/2012 09:23:01 This year's Downwind Dash saw 237 competitors battle it out on the long distance run from Langebaan all the way down to the port of Saldana. The famous event that takes the attention of South Africa every year is a long distance,......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 07/02/2012 10:59:41 The following events are now confirmed as part of the FW European Cup series. They are also all now Level 2 world ranking events.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 05/02/2012 07:54:06 The 2012 Downunder Pro - Oceanic and Australian Formula Windsurfing Championships concluded on Saturday with an action packed 7 races taking place over the four-day regatta at picturesque Jimmy's Beach, Hawks Nest.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 03/02/2012 14:10:35 A LONG DAY IN THE WET ON DAY 3. The Downunder Pro - Formula Windsurfing Oceanic & Australian Championships had sailors caught in a long day on the beach with no racing, ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 01/02/2012 16:56:58 8 races in nuking winds allowed the competitors for the Downunder Pro, Formula Windsurfing Oceanic & Australian Championships a chance to warmup during the Official Warmup Event before the Championships begin on Wednesday. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 30/01/2012 13:13:07 The final 4 races were run in the best conditions of the regatta, with winds peaking at about 20 knots. John Demol continued his domination with 4 out of 4 today, making for a worthy Oceanic Raceboard Champion for 2012. |  |
Posted On: 29/01/2012 09:58:35 Siricha I Phusiri (THA 21) is the Techno 293 Boys Asian Champion 2012! ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 25/01/2012 12:43:21 Originally intended as a reserve day, Friday 27th was rescheduled as a race day by the Race Committee.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 23/01/2012 11:42:21 The Race Committee delivered a perfect first day at the 2012 Asian Windsurfing Championships by completing the maximum 3 races permitted by the championship rules.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 23/01/2012 11:39:32 What is it? Formula windsurfing is a racing class of windsurfer that is designed to plane upwind and downwind at windspeeds ranging from 7 to 25 knots. Besides racing, Formula windsurfing equipment makes for exciting free sailing, particularly for areas that have lighter winds, like the southeastern United States and southern California. ...(more) |  |
Posted On: 19/01/2012 09:13:12 From May 16th to 20th the eyes of the Formula Windsurfing World will be focussed on Germany as the country will host the Formula Windsurfing European Championships 2012. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 11/01/2012 10:08:59 Results for the FW Asian Championships stand after 4 races. Overall winner is Sean O'Brien (AUS 120). Second placed overall and Asian Champion is Wang Yew Pang (SIN 0). ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 10/01/2012 15:52:55 Brenno Francioli, BRA 70, is the undisputed winner of the Techno 293 fleet with a perfect score of 12! 14 races in all for the championship. Brazilian Paulo Marcio A Silva took second overall and Francisco Saubidet Birkner, ARG 40, ended in third place overall, 1st under 15. Peruvian Maria Belem B German was first girl. Final Results ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 09/01/2012 09:21:27 Steve Thorp has hit the 50.40 knots, in West Kirby, England. The British windsurfing torpedo enjoyed a very fast speed sailing session during the first days of the year 2012. |  |
Posted On: 08/01/2012 20:36:30 The best organisers, at the best locations, in Europe, are coming together to bring you the FW European Cup. Confirmed, to date, are:......( more ) | |
Posted On: 08/01/2012 20:28:25 By Steve Bodner, USA-4 - "I've had better years with close to 200 days on the water but this year was good in all respects. 84 formula and 47 slalom session this season at 4 locations using 7 sails & 4 boards at 14 regattas . . . [more] |  |
Posted On: 31/12/2011 12:28:23 Welcome to a new windsurfing year - let us a hope it is a good one! I am looking forward to my term as President of the IWA as this will be the first time a representative of the speed windsurfing class (ISWC) has been in the chair.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 31/12/2011 11:05:57 Ansis Dale, President of the Latvian Yachting Union, Janis Jekabsons, event technical organizer from Club Rietumkrasts, and IWA officially announce that the 2012 Formula Windsurfing World Championship will be hosted in Liepaja, Latvia, from August 20 - 26, 2012. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 29/12/2011 09:32:55 Three races on the final day, making a total of 12 races for the Championship, and Nicolas Schreier PER 2 retains the title of Formula Experience World Champion.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 24/12/2011 19:30:25 If you wait long enough, the weather will change in Miami! The weather reports said that we were going to have some rock and roll action by noon, and they were right. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 24/12/2011 19:11:06 Dorian van Rijsselberghe NED went in to the medal race at the RS:X Men's Worlds under pressure. His 8th in the 10th race yesterday had gifted the lead to Pole Piotr Myszka. One point separated them at the start. With medal race points counting double, whoever won this duel would be the 2011 RS:X Word Windsurfing Champion.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 20/12/2011 10:36:15 The NeilPryde Racing Series held its last stopover in Singapore alongside the prestigious Extreme Sailing Series in the magical Marina Bay right in the city center, providing a spectacular display of close-quarter racing. |  |
Posted On: 13/12/2011 15:20:41 In a dramatic medal race for the RS:X Women here at the ISAF Sailing World Championships, Lee Korzits [ISR] hung on to her gold medal positions by just 2 points after a strong challenge form Zofia Noceti Klepacka [POL]......( more ) |  |
SA Freestyle Championships - postponed Posted On: 13/12/2011 14:32:14 Due to unforseen circumstances it has been necessary to postpone the South American Freestyle Championships scheduled for Jericoacoara, Brasil, this weekend. All being well the event will take place at the end of January - 26th to 29th. A new Notice of Race will be published when the arrangements are confirmed. |  |
Posted On: 11/12/2011 08:49:40 Long time Windsurfing legend Anders Bringdal, who now spends his all time running Mistral Windsurfing, jumped at the chance to test out the course in Luderitz, and in doing so instantly became the fastest windsurfer in the world! Boardseeker thought it was high time to catch up with Anders, and get the low down on Luderitz. |  |
Posted On: 11/12/2011 07:17:38 FLOW goes international holding their first action packed, but relaxed week for female windsurfers on the beautiful, unspoiled island of Sal, Cape Verde from 12th to 18th March 2012. |  |
Posted On: 10/12/2011 11:03:45 The Race Committee here at the ISAF Sailing World Championships in Perth Western Australia have made the decision to divide the RS:X men into 3 groups of about 30 racers in each.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 06/12/2011 11:39:30 The i to i, (Inlet to Inlet Distance Race), is a windsurfing long distance ocean race that runs from Fort Lauderdale's South Beach Park, around channel markers at Port Everglades Inlet and Hillsboro Inlet, and returns to South Beach Park. This was the 9th year running of this exciting event. There is no entry fee for the event to view or participate. The 2011 i to i race was run December 3.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 02/12/2011 09:51:03 The 2012 Raceboard Oceanics will take place from 27th to 29th January at Jimmy's Beach, Hawks Nest, New South Wales, in Australia.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 01/12/2011 10:53:39 The 26th Calema Midwinters Windsurfing Festival will run from 1st to 4th March 2012, and includes the 2012 Techno 293 North Americans Championships.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 01/12/2011 06:38:28 "Pray for Japan" was the message sent out after the Tsunami hit earlier this year on the East coast of Japan. Truly terrible to see on TV what happened and many thoughts went to my friends that moment and the following weeks after. Some Japanese sailors made up a sticker and some of us have been racing with it all year, to show respect for the victims and to what happened. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 28/11/2011 11:06:34 180 kilometers from the city of San Juan, on the northeastern end of the Province, Cuesta del Viento (wind slope) contains one of the strangest and most unknown spots in our country, which combines the aridity of a lunar scenery with the turquoise transparency of a water mirror. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 27/11/2011 07:34:10 The European Freestyle Pro Kids Tour (EFPKT) is the result of a collaboration between the International Funboard Class Association (IFCA), the International Windsurfing Association (IWA) and the European Freestyle Pro Tour (EFPT).......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 27/11/2011 06:55:31 The Brasilian Windsurfing Association (ABWS) are to organise the 2011 IFCA/South American Freestyle Championships in Jericoacoara from 16th to 18th December.......( more ) | |
Posted On: 25/11/2011 14:14:55 Looking Back, Looking Forward on the AWT, the American Windsurfing Tour |  |
Posted On: 25/11/2011 13:46:31 With 3 races scheduled on the final day of the South American Championships Gabriel Browne did not need to go to the water to take the 2011 title.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 25/11/2011 13:35:33 The RS:One Windsurfing Class is delighted to be associated with the next event of the action-packed Extreme Sailing SeriesTM renowned for its unique stadium racing format that delivers all the action close to shore, right in front of the spectators. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 16/11/2011 12:04:29 The 2011 FW North Americans takes place in Miami from 16th 18th December hosted by Alex Morales and Miami Windsurfing. The Miami Pro Am is now established as one of the top formula events on the US Windsurfing calendar and takes place from the Rickenbacker Causeway, on Biscayne Bay, Miami.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 16/11/2011 09:16:47 ISAF have received 10 new board registrations from 8 brands for the Formula Windsurfing 2012/13 racing period. Three new models of "longboard" have been registered with ISAF and are now eligible to be raced in Raceboard Class championships and international events. ......( more ) |  |
From Big Blue TransAt Training in Tahiti Posted On: 15/11/2011 06:48:35 In February 2012 Sarah Hebert, 26, will set out on her solo Transatlantic Windsurfing Challenge. As part of her preparations she's attempted several shorter crossings, including a gruelling 240km journey between two French Polynesian islands. Sarah describes how things both did, and didn't go according to plan … Read the article on Windsurfer International |  |
Posted On: 11/11/2011 12:31:54 Over 30 competitors from Brasil, Chile and Peru attended the 2011 South American Formula Experience Championships. Hosted by Windsurfing Chile in Algarrobo, it was the first time the championship has been taken to Chile, and with 12 races completed over 4 days it was an great success.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 08/11/2011 17:48:46 This year's Ludertiz Speed Challenge is the beginning of a great future for the windsurfing community. Both Sebastien Cattelan and Sophie Routaboul have planned to build a new playground for windsurfers since last year; and the new canal is proving to be the absolute weapon for them. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 06/11/2011 12:25:20 The 2012 Down Under Pro returns to Hawks Nest near Sydney, and looks to be getting a bigger event every year. The event includes the Australian Formula Windsurfing titles and round 5 of the NSW Series, in addition to the Formula Oceanic titles.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 03/11/2011 13:26:46 Clouds and rain showed up on the last day of the efpkt finals and the 3rd edition of the European Fun board Expression. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 01/11/2011 10:25:41 Speed week has become an institution with windsurfers since the early eighties when the longest running speed event on the planet let them play on the hallowed ground of Portland Harbour. Since then it has had its ups and downs in popularity but the spirit has not changed and it's definitely on a high. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 01/11/2011 09:39:50 Great racing conditions on the last day of the European Championships in Cagliari, Sardinia, ensured the full programme of scheduled races was completed.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 27/10/2011 18:02:13 Only one race was possible on day 3 for some of the divisions at the T293 Europeans in Cagliari, Sardinia. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 14/10/2011 18:05:51 Another great year for BIC TECHNO 293 class, biggest windsurfing class in the world. After spectacular world championships in San Francisco everybody will meet once again to fight this time for the European titles. ......( more ) | |
Project Windsurf-UK Posted On: 10/10/2011 11:43:39 Officially launched at the start of September 2011 at the National Windsurfing Festival at Hayling Island, Project Windsurf-UK, created by the RYA, aims to promote windsurfing clubs & groups in the UK, and link individual windsurfers with these groups . . . (more) |  |
Posted On: 05/10/2011 10:58:18 Crowned with multiple world titles, local sailor Valerie Ghibaudo-Arrighetti is THE French champion in the slalom discipline: Vice World Champion in 2008, World Champion in 2009 and Vice World Champion again in 2010! ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 04/10/2011 09:27:13 The Techno 293 and Mistral One Design classes return to Pattaya, Thailand, from 21st to 29th January 2012 for their Asian Championships. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 27/09/2011 21:05:14 Four major championships for the International Formula Windsurfing Class will take place between November and February.......( more ) |  |
Water Z1.1 Posted On: 27/09/2011 12:57:49 Water Z1.1- the multi-boardsports event was held in Hvide Sande, Denmark from 9-11 September. The windsurfing section - a long-distance race sponsored by Vestas - was won by Britain's Ross Williams, and a freestyle tow-in session was won by Kenneth Danielsen. Event Website |  |
Philip Koster new PWA wave world champion at 17 Posted On: 20/09/2011 08:07:18 "I feel amazing, I can't believe it, it's a dream come true. I am so happy I have won another event and now I am the world champion. I can't imagine a better day, I am so stoked!" Article on Starboard.com |  |
Posted On: 16/09/2011 18:36:17 A light breeze on the last day allowed masters windsurf raceboards to go out and race in Lignano Sabbiadoro. Three races were completed which, when added to the four already raced, introduced one discard. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 13/09/2011 07:19:47 The 3rd event of the European Speedsailing Championship tour was held on the island of Fehmarn in Germany. It delivered some great, if challenging racing with winds up to 35 knots. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 12/09/2011 13:37:41 All fleets had sailed two rounds by the end of day one, with the exception of the masters. Frustrated by the lack of wind, the race committee were eventually able to sail the masters runners up on Saturday......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 10/09/2011 13:39:50 Patrik Pollak (SVK 1), Harriet Ellis (GBR 607) and Santi Arteaga (ESP 1) have been declared men's, women's and youth champions at the end of the Raceboard World Championships 2011. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 05/09/2011 19:06:11 After approximately 75 minutes the first three finishers of the long distance race were - SVK 1, ESP 66, ESP 9. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 04/09/2011 06:48:50 After 12 races, including 6 wins, Andrea Cucchi (ITA 1) takes the masters title, 5 points ahead of Brian Rogild (DEN 173) in Silver position with three wins, and Adri Keet (NED 34), ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 30/08/2011 13:12:11 Leaders yellow jerseys for best performances today went to Master Andrea Cucchi (ITA 1); GM Luis Marchegger (ITA 6); Youth Sebastian Kornum (DEN 24); Junior Leonardo Venturini (BRA 114); Pro Kid - Karl Erik Saarm (EST 228) ......( more ) |  |
IFCA North American Slalom Posted On: 30/08/2011 10:44:20 Notice of Race has now been published for the IFCA North American Slalom Championship 2011 to be held at Virginia Key Park, Miami, Florida from 21-23 October. More info and enter on-line / Facebook Event Page |  |
Posted On: 29/08/2011 08:49:01 Today was the last day of the NeilPryde Baltic Cup 2011 Tallinn event, the last competition of the series, which is the most important Formula windsurfing event in the Baltics. View the video ......( more ) |  |
Raceboard Worlds Posted On: 22/08/2011 11:11:11 Club Nautic Hospitalet - Vandellos have produced a nice event brochure - click here to view |  |
Posted On: 20/08/2011 09:45:24 Congratulations to Przemek Miarczynski (POL 013) and Olga Maslevits (UKR 9) 2011 Formula European Champions. The prize giving was held at the Rock Cafe in the city centre.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 17/08/2011 10:30:51 Two races for all on day four and with a first and a third Przemek Miarczynski (POL 013) stays at the top of the gold fleet after 9 races......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 15/08/2011 10:19:02 Over 80 competitors in the formula fleet for round 2 of the Baltic Cup Series in Liepaja, Latvia. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 08/08/2011 20:33:23 Entries are now starting to come in and we already have confirmation that rivals 18 year old Jordy Vonk from the Netherlands and Jocelyn de Souza from France, who will be 19 by the time of the event, will be attending.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 08/08/2011 13:10:27 Justin Denel (FRA) the first Junior windsurfing World Champion in Wavesailing. In second place, Alex Vargas from Chile, followed by Arthur Job (BRA) and Alessio Botteri (PER). Erick Razzera (BRA) the first Youth windsurfing Worlds Champion in Wavesailing. In second place of this big event Zane Schweitzer (USA). Third place Youth was given to Christian Saurer (BRA). ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 02/08/2011 14:49:26 The 2011 German Speedsurfing championships take place in Fehmarn from September, 3rd to 11th and for the first time, this event is licensed by ISWC and is one of the five European championships. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 01/08/2011 12:56:52 August is a big month for for formula windsurfing racing with two prestigious events taking place in Europe.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 01/08/2011 12:51:37 With just over one month to the start of this year's Raceboard World Championships - a couple of reminders.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 01/08/2011 09:44:11 From 7th to 11th September Almanarre will host the 2011 IFCA Junior, Youth, Women & Masters Slalom Championship. Not only are there European Championship titles up for grabs but also the 2011 IFCA Women's Slalom World Champion will be declared at this event.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 30/07/2011 06:42:53 It was a great week in San Francisco. Perfect sailing conditions, 12 hard races for all fleets. And even some bonus for the best. Long distance race "around the Rock" - the famous Alcatraz island.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 25/07/2011 13:51:33 The fifth and final day capped what was a spectacular 2011 Techno Windsurfing World Championships. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 22/07/2011 20:12:31 The winners of the IFCA PRO KIDS World Championships were announced today after the final rounds continued this morning here at Brouwersdam. Final Results |  |
Posted On: 18/07/2011 21:13:55 The 2011 Techno World Championships practice race fired off today in near ideal conditions for racing.......( more ) |  |
2011 US Windsurfing National Championships Final Report Posted On: 15/07/2011 09:15:39 The 2011 DoubleTree by Hilton US Windsurfing National Championships wrapped up this past weekend capitalizing on what has been one of the best weather regattas on San Francisco Bay this decade. More on Waterhound.com |  |
Posted On: 10/07/2011 10:58:05 6 race wins, 4 seconds and 2 thirds netted Antoine Albeau a 22 point lead at the end of the 2011 Puerto Rico Formula Windsurfing Championships and he retains the title of men's Formula Windsurfing Champion. Final Results......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 06/07/2011 13:29:39 Four races on day four and Antoine Albeau is firmly in place at the top with a 16 point lead over his nearest rival, young Brazilian Gabriel Browne, who shot up into second place nudging Paolo dos Reis and Arnon Dagan into third and fourth respectively. Full results after 11 ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 06/07/2011 13:16:17 Best youth windsurfers windsurfer of the world are coming this summer to San Francisco to fight for the world titles in the biggest windsurfing class today Bic Techno 293. This is preview of the action which starts on 19th July |  |
Posted On: 01/07/2011 10:42:43 "Nearly 20 of us internationals are here already 1 week early for the Worlds and getting plenty of time on the water. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 28/06/2011 07:22:28 The Mauritian team consists of 4 guys, all kitted out with the latest equipment thanks to their Sailing Federation and Gaastra and blessed with a sailing club to launch from in Grand Baie, an incredibly beautiful, green-water bay that opens out in to the ocean full of dolphins, flying fish, turtles and local fisherman. (....more) |  |
Posted On: 25/06/2011 21:07:20 Exciting medal races on the final day at Texel and the victory for the German Bernd Flessner, Kasper Larsen second and Damien Le Guen in third. FINAL RESULTS ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 21/06/2011 20:39:57 Today was the third day of the IFCA Slalom World Championships in Texel, Netherlands. After three more downwind slalom races, with 5 jibing marks, the German Bernd Flessner is still leading the ranking. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 19/06/2011 12:22:36 In just six weeks - from 31 July to 7th August - IFCA's first Junior and Youth Wavesailing World Championship will happen in Lobitos (PERU), a place considered by many people as one of the longest and most perfect waves of the world.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 17/06/2011 11:45:00 The final race was delayed until nearly 16.00 - but in the end we completed a full series of 15 races in excellent conditions. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 16/06/2011 14:02:27 Joao Rodrigues has entered the Guinness Book of Records after sailing more than 160 consecutive miles (257 kilometres) between the Islands of Madeira and Selvagem Grande, on an RS:X One Design windsurfing board. |  |
Posted On: 14/06/2011 21:37:31 Top Pros and Ordinary Joe's. That's one thing that makes the 2011 Doubletree by Hilton Berkeley Marina US Windsurfing National Championships so exciting. Even you can line up right alongside some of the top windsurfing pros in the world. See a short list of who is confirmed so far on Waterhound.com |  |
Posted On: 11/06/2011 12:25:12 Patrik Pollak, SVK, from Slovakia, is the 2011 Raceboard European Champion. With only one race possible on this the last day of the championship, ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 10/06/2011 11:07:21 Despite a poor wind forecast 38 riders including 4 women arrived at the event site in beautiful Klagshamn, Sweden for the event 2nd to 6th of June. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 10/06/2011 09:42:48 One of the best Formula Windsurfing events starts soon on Portugal's Algarve coast - the countdown begins, with less than 1 week to the start of this Championship.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 03/06/2011 16:50:38 The 2011 Techno 293 World Championship, to be hosted by the prestigious St. Francis Yacht Club in San Francisco, USA, has already attracted an entry of 200 youth racers.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 02/06/2011 20:30:23 The early start scheduled for 8.00 am failed to deliver conditions similar to the previous days......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 02/06/2011 14:12:26 Forty five competitors entered Round 1 of the 2011 Baltic Cup in Vente, Lithuania.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 02/06/2011 13:48:09 The Greek Formula Windsurfing Association (FW-GRE) are proud to announce two major "open" championships this summer.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 02/06/2011 13:15:41 The Kendall Cup is a new regatta series designed to promote the youth windsurfing class (Bic Techno 293) in New Zealand. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 26/05/2011 07:31:00 After a decision by the Formula Experience General Committee, the FE class will continue as a One Design class from 2012 on, replacing multiple designs for one sail type and one board. ......( more ) | |
Posted On: 26/05/2011 07:17:19 The 2011 DoubleTree by Hilton at Berkeley Marina US Windsurfing National Championships has opened for registration!......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 25/05/2011 07:24:41 IFCA are proud to announce that the 2011 Junior and Youth Wave World Championships will take place in Lobitos, Peru, from 31st July to 7th August.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 19/05/2011 15:00:08 In the semi final stages it was best of three races with the teams lining up as Italy 1 v Israel 2 and Russia v Israel 1......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 19/05/2011 14:26:34 The Annual General Meetings of the international windsurfing classes will each take place during their World Championships. We are publishing the full schedule of meetings to enable national class associations (MCA's) to prepare for these important meetings.......( more ) | |
Posted On: 16/05/2011 06:08:02 Just three days left to claim your 20 euro discount off your entry to the Raceboard Europeans. This event will take place from 8th to 12th June, hosted by the SPLL Finnish Boardsailing Association and Yyteri Surfcenter. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 14/05/2011 11:34:57 Coming up in July, the IFCA Pro Kids Junior and Youth Freestyle World Championship. Preparations on site are well ahead and on-line entry is open ......( more ) |  |
Connect to Windsurfing with Team 15 Spirit Posted On: 13/05/2011 11:21:39 Windsurfing clubs across the country are getting into the party spirit and taking to the water in celebration of the RYA Team15's 10th birthday. Just one example of how to encourage the development of windsurfing in a sustainable and effective way. See more in our new Connect to Windsurfing Section. We welcome your input and your questions. |  |
Posted On: 13/05/2011 09:00:59 David Garrel who sails for Luxemburg and Nicky Van Hoof from Belgium lead the European Tour Championship after the first round - the Belgium National Championships held in Gruissan France. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 10/05/2011 09:39:21 The EFPKT is back this year with a selection of 5 confirmed events throughout Europe.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 07/05/2011 14:18:28 Over 30 countries, representing 5 continents, have signed up for the forthcoming Techno 293 world championship hosted by the St Francis Yacht Club on San Francisco Bay.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 07/05/2011 13:58:53 Riccione is the venue chosen for the first 2011 Formula Windsurfing Grand Prix. The Italian Vela Club Marano Riccione will be hosting the event from 1st to 5th June. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 02/05/2011 06:29:53 Top racers from all over the globe have been signing up for this year's Formula Windsurfing World Championship in Puerto Rico. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 01/05/2011 08:01:13 Ergo Hestia Cup will bring to Sopot top class kiteboarders and windsurfers from around the world. The event will take place between the 26th and the 30th of July 2011 and will consist of Kite Race Course European Championship and Formula Windsurfing Polish Open.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 01/05/2011 07:54:37 The first Greek speed event took place in Drepano (Greece) on 9/4/2011. It's a wonderful spot with flat water and steady winds. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 30/04/2011 07:09:12 Strong wind and spectacular waves were the perfect combination for the South American Windsurfing Waves Pro 2011 "Copa El Faro Adventure Resort presented by Cementos Pacasmayo, the IPD and Jeep." |  |
Posted On: 27/04/2011 19:27:36 The Fanatic Belgian Speed week is over and despite a good forecast the wind did not want to play ball. It delivered moderate onshore winds and big swell which resulted in only one counting round on the Wednesday. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 26/04/2011 08:16:40 The wind conditions were far from great, which is unusual on Curacao this time of year. Still, the race directors and competitors managed to sail one elimination round so official World Champions could be crowned.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 20/04/2011 21:24:02 Still no official IFCA races today due to lack of wind. We were able to hold a funrace. All competitors were asked to participate, and it was a surprise that there were approximately 70 contestants. Everybody is eager to go surfing! ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 18/04/2011 07:26:02 The South American Wavesailing Championship "El Faro Adventure Resort Cup 2011" will take place in Pacasmayo (Peru) from April 20th to April 24th. And this year you will have the chance to follow in the event online by TV webcast second by second, heat by heat all what happens there. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 18/04/2011 07:02:57 Preparations towards this year's World Championships are progressing at a pace - the organisers are committed to hosting the best championship ever!......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 16/04/2011 09:26:01 Enter your name by 16th May and you will get a discount! The second official European Masters Games will be held in Friuli Venezia Giulia from 10th to 20th September 2011. Racing for boards will be over 3 days 12th to 14th September.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 08/04/2011 07:36:53 Starboard are making available 10 sets of equipment for a series of events to be held in Europe this summer.......( more ) | |
Posted On: 05/04/2011 20:49:16 The 2011 Doubletree by Hilton Berkeley Marina US Windsurfing National Championships is drawing near. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 02/04/2011 10:55:21 Here are the dates and venues so far for the Official ISWC Euro Speed Tour.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 02/04/2011 10:48:37 The Grand Prix of Potrerillos 2011 in Argentina is always a real party for windsurfing, and with daily winds of between 15 and 22 knots everyone partied hard!......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 28/03/2011 12:28:47 Registration is now open for the 2011 IFCA Junior and Youth Freestyle World Championship to be hosted by Surfcentrum Brouwersdam from 20th to 24th July.......( more ) | |
Posted On: 25/03/2011 09:23:25 Pacasmayo (PERU) is ready to receive all South American competitors for one of the most amazing Wavesailing events of the year. This championship will take place between April 20th and 24th and will include also prize money.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 25/03/2011 08:41:23 My Name is Mikihiro Miyano, Japan sailing Team Coach, Windsurfing Federation Japan We send deepest condolences to the people affected by earthquakes and tsunami which happened on March 11.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 21/03/2011 10:42:42 Windsurfing has launched its campaign to retain two sets of medals - men and women - in the Olympic sailing events ISAF will select to take part in the 2016 Olympic Sailing Regatta in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 19/03/2011 14:39:32 After 12 years of international formula windsurfing championships, the premier event - FW Worlds - is finally coming to the shores of North America. To maximise participation in this historic event a new fleet has been added - "Free Formula".......( more ) |  |
2011 IWA Annual General Meeting Posted On: 19/03/2011 14:34:12 The 2011 Annual General Meeting of the International Windsurfing Association will take place during the North Sea Cup event scheduled for Ostend in Belgium. The event takes place over the weekend of May 7th/8th. Details of the exact venue and time of meeting will be published nearer the event. |  |
Posted On: 17/03/2011 10:13:19 It was in the early seventies when Marina del Rey in Los Angeles was ground zero for the Windsurfer One Design class. I clearly remember the boards descending on the summer Thursday night series, racing amid the Lasers and Sabots. The explosion was loud. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 17/03/2011 09:44:47 The Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy (WPNSA) marked 500 Days to the Games on March 15. This key turning point in the journey to the ultimate sporting event on Earth is pulling the 'eyes of the world' to the shores of Weymouth and Portland.......( more ) | _WPNSA_11.jpg) |
Posted On: 16/03/2011 17:14:43 Introducing Trade Wind Event's break out 2011 American Windsurfing Tour. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 16/03/2011 11:13:10 This year's Croation Open is organized by Club BOFOR Viganj with the support of JK Peliska Jedra and Orebic Municipality from 18 - 23 July 2011 in Viganj, Croatia.......( more ) |  |
Windsurfing coaches needed for Hong Kong Team Posted On: 16/03/2011 10:58:30 The Hong Kong Sports Institute Limited are advertising two posts of windsurfing coach and assistant windsurfing coach. Applications are invited by 23 March. |  |
Posted On: 14/03/2011 14:13:21 The dates for the forthcoming European Junior, Youth and Masters Championship in Cagliari, Sardinia, have been amended by one day.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 11/03/2011 08:36:26 From March 2011 Pete Davis from the UK will be taking over the running of the ISWC speed world cup. He succeeds Markus Schwendtner from Germany......( more ) |  |
European Youth Sailing Games Posted On: 09/03/2011 09:58:22 The Notice of Race for the European Youth Sailing Games, being held at Fraglia Vela Riva, on Lake Garda Italy, from 13th to 18th August, has now been published and entries are open until 15th April. More information at http://www.eurosaf.org/1641 |  |
Posted On: 08/03/2011 11:10:37 The first springtime Banana River Regatta was held March 4-6 at the Banana River Resort, hosted by Dominique Vallee. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 08/03/2011 10:58:22 National Windsurfing Week 2011 - Olympic bronze medallist and Team Volvo for life sailor, RS:X windsurfer Nick Dempsey encouraged people to dust off their boards and get out on the water for the event which brings the whole windsurfing community together, National Windsurfing Week (NWW). ......( more ) |  |
Hands free windsurfing Posted On: 04/03/2011 11:51:53 Thanks to Dario Oliviro from iDo innovation and Italian legend Raimondo Gasperini, more than 100 kids aged 3-14 were introduced to windsurfing in the pool at Rome's BigBlu show last month. The iDo allows the rig to stay upright and learners to save energy and have more fun! Let's hope we see them all out on the water soon! |  |
Posted On: 28/02/2011 08:51:20 The 26th edition of World Festival on the Beach will take place in Mondello, Palermo, Sicily from the 16th to 22nd May 2011. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 25/02/2011 14:45:51 From April 19th through April 24th 2011, the IFCA Slalom World Championship for Prokids, Youth, Juniors and Masters will be held on Curacao.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 24/02/2011 08:31:56 The 2011 European Freestyle Pro Kids Tour starts of in style hosted by UK Windsurfing Association at Minnis Bay, Kent - in the south east corner of England. The event runs from 28th to 30th May. ......( more ) | |
Posted On: 21/02/2011 12:59:43 It was a great event with a good amount of wind Day one with 13-20 knots and Day 2 with 25-35 knots. After 18 rounds in total, Dunedin's Gareth Wood held a clear six-point advantage over James Dinnis (Taranaki) and Rowan Law (Perth), to claim the national title, but as Wood was not racing the Formula 42 board, he did not qualify for the Oceania title. That title went to Law, from Paul Vliestra (Dunedin), second, and Terry Beentjes (Christchurch), third. |  |
Posted On: 20/02/2011 12:22:25 The Notice of Race is now published for the Raceboard, & Raceboard Youth, World Championships to be held from 3rd to 10th September, hosted by Club Nautico Hospitalet-Vandellos. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 19/02/2011 07:54:06 The North American Championships were completed today in beautiful Cozumel, Mexico with excellent conditions and high drama. The event will long be remembered for the local hospitality, breathtaking venue, and camaraderie amongst the young sailors. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 19/02/2011 07:42:21 The 2011 World Championship will take place in San Juan, Puerto Rico from the 4th to 9th July. For the first time in the history of the class these championships will take place in the North American/Caribbean region - and what better place than PR!......( more ) | |
Posted On: 16/02/2011 10:43:58 The 2011 Dakhla Music and Watersports Festival kicks-off on February 22nd until 27th. With a bunch of stars such as Guilloul, Dunkerbeck, Pritchard, Hebert, Guadagnino, Belbeoch and many more attending......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 15/02/2011 13:24:39 Fans of water based sports have been buzzing with excitement about the 2011 edition of the Caribbean's most revolutionary regatta. Pigeon Point Tobago will once again feel the pulsating energy as the youngest, fastest and most radical Tobago Carnival Regatta returns to ignite the sister isle from February 18th-20th 2011. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 11/02/2011 13:31:57 For a long time, windsurfing in Brazil, hadn't seen a combined event with so many racing categories sailing together. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 02/02/2011 10:59:21 The first ever European Youth Sailing Games has been awarded by EUROSAF to the Fraglia Vela Riva del Garda, Italy, and will take place from 13th-18th August 2011 (note date change).......( more ) | |
Posted On: 02/02/2011 10:06:48 The 2011 Downunder Pro-Oceanic and Australian Formula Windsurfing Championships concluded on Saturday with an action packed 8 races taking place over the four-day regatta at picturesque Jimmy's Beach, Hawks Nest. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 28/01/2011 21:30:19 Liepaja has become a well known destination for hosting windsurfing events. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 28/01/2011 20:59:36 "Mistral One design has been one of the most successful one-design classes in recent history. Today the class remains strong and represents the best option for sailing in 0-30 knots with one board, one sail and one rig." Anders Bringdal. |  |
Posted On: 28/01/2011 17:38:12 Cagliari, capital of the island of Sardinia, will be the venue for the Junior Youth and Masters European Championships taking place from 24th to 29th October.......( more ) | |
Posted On: 28/01/2011 15:38:09 The Windsurfing Club of Skive will host this great event at one of the best spots that Denmark can offer for Formula Windsurfing!......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 24/01/2011 09:59:51 The Formula Windsurfing European Festival will be hosted by Clube Naval de Portimao from the 13th to 18th June 2011.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 22/01/2011 18:35:20 Yyteri is located very close to the city of Pori on the west coast, 250km from Helsinki and 150km from Turku. ......( more ) | |
Posted On: 22/01/2011 14:10:11 The Notice of Race for the 2011 IFCA Junior and Youth Freestyle World Championship has just been published. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 19/01/2011 12:23:30 Once again, the Alex Caviglia Bluewater Classic lived up to top billing with an outstanding fleet of Formula sailors. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 18/01/2011 13:54:49 Baja, Mexico- Fantastic winds came blowing down the Sea of Cortez for the big Lord of the Wind Showdown. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 17/01/2011 11:52:30 Bautista Saubidet (ARG 401), last year's under 17 champion, is once again victorious at this year's South American Championships at Peru Beach, Argentina. ......( more ) | |
Posted On: 14/01/2011 10:12:09 What should have been a comfortable lead for Phusiri Sirichai after race 7 has been completely overturned by Hong Kong's Lee Chun Ting......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 14/01/2011 08:38:43 The skippers meeting at Peru Beach took place under an overcast sky, it was hot and humid and there was no wind at all! ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 11/01/2011 10:14:50 Bjoern Dunkerbeck and Karin Jaggi won the Ledge to Lancelin Long distance section of the event but Locals took the podium in elite wave sailing at 2011 Lancelin Ocean Classic.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 05/01/2011 10:25:46 The famous Golden Gate bridge will form a spectacular backdrop to the 2011 Junior, Youth & Masters Windsurfing World Championships. Physically beautiful and naturally demanding,......( more ) | |
Posted On: 31/12/2010 12:24:13 On the eve of a New Year it is time to reflect on past achievements and future wishes. The achievements we have seen in 2010 include - ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 31/12/2010 05:49:34 Back in the autumn of 2009 Norsk Brettseilerklubb (NBK) decided to take the initiative to build a more coordinated environment across sailing classes, associations and youth groups and promote windsurfing . . . |  |
Posted On: 29/12/2010 08:50:04 Light easterly winds for the final day of the Oceanic Championships meant only one race before the final presentation. John Demol AUS 734 had a very convincing win ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 28/12/2010 13:08:47 The 2011 IFCA Slalom World Championship will be held in conjunction with the 34th Edition of the Round Texel Race. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 19/12/2010 16:09:38 The Notice of Race for the Riccione Grand Prix is now published. The event will take place from 1st to 5th June.......( more ) | |
Posted On: 19/12/2010 09:35:16 The 2011 IFCA Junior, Youth & Masters Slalom World Championship will take place on the beautiful island of Curacao. The event will be hosted by the organisers of the Curacao Challenge......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 13/12/2010 17:24:22 The Mexican National Championship finalized past weekend; with conditions varying from 8 to 22 knots spread in 3 days of competition, on the gorgeous coast of Cancun.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 13/12/2010 17:09:39 There is only a few weeks to go until the 2011 Windsurfing Oceanic Championships begins and the weather has finally swung to warm conditions. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 07/12/2010 17:11:05 Windsurfing is a true passion and a very affordable sport. Of course, some windsurfers decide to go a little further.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 03/12/2010 20:08:51 Mistral team riders Zara Davis and Anders Bringdal are the No1 ranked speed sailors on the ISWC world tour list for 2010. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 30/11/2010 20:17:02 All sailors are invited to take part in the 2011 Downunder Pro Formula Windsurfing Championships which will incorporate the Oceanic & Australian FW Championships from 29th January - 5th February 2011, in Hawks Nest, Australia.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 28/11/2010 10:02:22 We are proud to announce that we have signed agreement with IWA regarding European Championship to be held in Liepaja, Latvia from August 15 – 21. This is planned to be major event not only for European Formula racers,......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 24/11/2010 10:26:49 Without a result in Cabo Verde the world rankings remain the same as they were just nine days earlier, leaving 2010 Pozo champion, Victor Fernandez (Fanatic, North, MFC) to walk away with the 2010 PWA wave world title. |  |
Posted On: 18/11/2010 16:28:42 It was an inauspicious start to the championship for Frenchman Sylvain. Brazilian Gabriel Browne took the first bullet of the competition winning the first round and Frenchman Julien Quentel took the second. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 18/11/2010 16:23:39 The finals of the EFPKT took place from the 10th to 14th of November, on the South East coast of France on the beaches of the Six Fours Windsurf Organisation. This event was the last of the series, the results of which determined the IFCA Junior and Youth European Freestyle titles:......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 17/11/2010 10:57:52 The 2011 South American Championship for Techno293 and Raceboard classes will take place at Peru Beach Club, Buenos Aries, Argentina, from 10th to 15th January.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 16/11/2010 09:28:10 First pictures from Flecheiras Beach as the competitors begin to arrive for the IFCA Slalom Worlds and take in their fantastic surroundings. Stay tuned for more news as it happens on the IFCA website. |  |
Posted On: 11/11/2010 14:22:31 . . . here's a heartwarming story about how a bunch of our windsurfing icons met a true professional!
As you may or may not know I am in Maui on my yearly wave clinic which has been awesome, we have had good wind and waves as well as some good evenings ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 11/11/2010 10:20:35 The North American Championships for Techno293, Raceboard and Formula Experience Classes will take place from 17-20 February 2011 at the North Hotel Zone, Cozumel, Quintana Roo, Mexico - "Heaven on earth" ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 11/11/2010 04:47:32 The first Formula Windsurfing Grand Prix for 2011 is confirmed. Riccione will be the venue; Vela Club Marano Riccione the host club and event organiser. The event will run from 2nd to 5th June.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 10/11/2010 19:04:42 Blanca Manchon (ESP) joined the sailing world's list of highest achievers last night, as she was named female recipient of the 2010 ISAF Rolex World Sailor of the Year Awards. |  |
Posted On: 04/11/2010 09:22:00 During this week we have had every wind speed from zero to 26 knots. Sadly medal race day was spent waiting and watching the sea which was as smooth as glass. Not a ripple for hours. Finally around 1500 hrs, 2 knots of breeze. Was this going to build?......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 03/11/2010 16:34:45 A fantastic result for you Nicolas! You must be incredibly happy, describe your feelings in those very first few moments when you realized you had won?......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 03/11/2010 15:34:03 Introducing Trade Wind Event's break out 2011 American Windsurfing Tour.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 02/11/2010 22:02:04 The 3rd edition of the Buzios International Regatta (BIR) will be hosted by Buzios Vela Clube in Armacao de Buzios, RJ, Brasil.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 01/11/2010 11:36:51 Gabriel "Biel" Browne, BRA 50, finished his great year in style by taking the title at the 2010 Wind Brasil Fortaleza Formula Windsurfing Grand Prix. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 01/11/2010 09:56:53 The 2011 Asian Championships for Techno 293, RS:X and Mistral One Design classes will be hosted by Windsurfing Association Singapore at the 30th SIM Singapore Open Windsurfing Championships.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 23/10/2010 12:30:39 Zara Davis achieves a new women's production speed record on her Mistral speed board in Luderitz Namibia. She was invited to take part in the Luderitz Speed Challenge by her sponsor Anders Bringdal, the new owner of Mistral Boards International.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 17/10/2010 10:37:08 After 15 races, the championship has come to a close. After a tough battle with Leonardo Rebello (BRA 121), Nicolas Schreier (PER 2) is the clear winner and takes the title of Formula Experience World Champion. Fernando Bocciarelli (BRA 174) is third.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 16/10/2010 18:24:20 The 2011 Oceanic Windsurfing Championship is being held on Lake Illawarra, Wollongong, NSW with the event control centre based at The Illawarra Yacht Club. This event brings together three of the main windsurfing classes . . . | |
Posted On: 15/10/2010 15:50:21 Plenty of action on day 3 of the Formula World Festival at Upwind Base 1, Praia Seca, Araruama. A further 4 races were completed in a wider range of wind conditions than encountered so far.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 10/10/2010 06:59:42 The RS:X Class is pleased to announce that it has joined the International Windsurfing Association.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 05/10/2010 10:51:54 The successful rejuvenation of Araruama Lake is celebrated with the 2010 Rio Formula World Festival. Next week, the State of Rio de Janeiro represented by the beautiful city of Araruama, known worldwide for its lagoon, expects to receive more than 200 athletes of all nationalities.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 30/09/2010 14:29:47 The FW Association of Greece (FWA.GR) has just gone on line with a new website, which also coincides with their latest application to the Greek Sailing Federation (EIO) for recognition as a national class association.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 29/09/2010 17:30:41 ISAF and Rolex have announced the Nominees for the ISAF Rolex World Sailor of the Year Awards 2010. Congratulations to the three windsurfers nominated: Siripon Kaewduang-Ngam (THA), Blanca Manchon (ESP), Antoine Albeau (FRA). |  |
Posted On: 29/09/2010 17:24:26 The Raceboard Class has been selected as equipment for the windsurfing event in the 2011 European Masters Games to be held in Lignano, Italy. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 23/09/2010 12:40:15 The Surf Center Arte Vida, in Tarifa, and NorthSails Spain have worked together with Xavier Mandico, a blind sports man who has developed a program for blind windsurfers.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 21/09/2010 16:18:32 IFCA President, Bruno de Wannemaeker, was asked - "Why are you looking forward to the forthcoming Slalom World Championships?"......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 21/09/2010 16:12:37 WINDSURFING TOUR (WT Miami) will be the host of this year IFCA NORTH AMERICAN SLALOM CHAMPIONSHIP 2010. The venue is Virginia Key Park. Miami, Florida, and the event will run from 21st to 24th October.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 21/09/2010 13:15:52 Congratulations to Antoine Albeau, who notched up another win at the WaterZ 2010 Festival by winning the Windsurf Downwind Race. The top 5 finishers were: AA, Kasper Larsen, Andrea Cucchi, Ross Williams & Peter Volwater.Check out the full results here ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 14/09/2010 12:17:40 The first ever all-female PWA event proved to be a resounding success as a week of world-class competition was had by all in the world famous windsurfing town of Almanarre on the Mediterranean coast of France. Without a male in sight a fun vibe rippled its way through the beach, which only turned to one of a more serious nature when the women hit the water. |  |
Posted On: 14/09/2010 11:50:13 "Children of the Wind" is a documentary about young children from the island of Bonaire who journey from humble beginnings to international fame in the sport of windsurfing, transforming not only their island but the face of the sport worldwide. |  |
Posted On: 06/09/2010 15:50:57 Rollercoaster ride was the best description of today's two final races with victory going to Poland's Piotr Myszka in the Men's class and to Blancha Manchon from Spain in the Women. Despite the short medal race courses for the top 10 competitors, there were dramatic place changes in both fleets with the final podium positions fluctuating by the minute as each race progressed. |  |
Posted On: 26/08/2010 08:43:26 The Youth Olympic Games have been widely acclaimed as an outstanding success and Singapore have been wonderful hosts. |  |
Posted On: 25/08/2010 10:22:15 Only one race today - but a very important one. This is a medal race with a difference -all the competitors race; but the race result cannot be discarded!......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 23/08/2010 10:36:12 A further two races were completed on the sixth day of racing in Singapore. The boys were again the first to start in light, and shifty, winds averaging 6 knots, it was going to be a hard day's racing today! ......( more ) | |
Posted On: 23/08/2010 09:17:57 This weekend two of the most important Formula class events took place at Tallinn, Pirita: NeilPryde Baltic Cup 2010 and Estonian Formula Championships.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 22/08/2010 19:51:07 The IOC President, Jacques Rogge came to watch the racing at the Youth Olympic Games in Singapore on Friday. Although the weather was overcast for most of the day, the racing was intense and as usual followed every inch by the now infamous Singapore twitters.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 22/08/2010 13:50:21 The 2010 edition of the Hong Kong Open Windsurfing Championship will be held from 21 - 27 September 2010.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 17/08/2010 13:24:00 Two more races were completed on the third day of racing in Singapore. The boys were the first to start, and once again 2 laps of a windward /leeward course, in variable and shifty winds. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 14/08/2010 22:25:13 Spoilt for choice, with so many great venues and beaches available to the organizers, Arrow Marketing finally selected Fleixeiras to host the 2010 'Wind Brasil' IFCA Slalom World Championships.......( more ) | |
Posted On: 14/08/2010 22:00:25 Tonight the YOG was officially opened, with a spectacular Opening Ceremony in Singapore.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 12/08/2010 09:06:04 The first date of the South American Wavesailing championship July 20-24th "SAPET CUP" was awesome. We had good wind and wave conditions all the days so we completed all the double elimination series competition, with 22 competitors registered from Brasil, Peru, Chile and Colombia.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 11/08/2010 00:00:00 The Army, Royal Navy and RAF windsurfing teams (GBR) have come together and are planning to circumnavigate the Isle of Wight on windsurfers to raise money for Help for Heroes and their respective Service Benevolent funds. |  |
Posted On: 02/08/2010 13:35:28 Two races were completed on the final day at the Martigues 2010 World Championships- one in the morning, and one in the afternoon. ......( more ) | |
Posted On: 31/07/2010 06:49:44 At the end of racing on day 3 the boys' fleets were split into Gold and Silver for the last two racing days. However, just 1 race today for the under 17 boys Gold fleet and two races for the youth fleet as the strong mistral wind returned, once again keeping competitors on the beach.......( more ) | |
Posted On: 30/07/2010 08:35:33 Provisional results after 5 races - before validation and hearings! Boys 7.8 / Boys 6.8 / Girls 6.8 / Girls 7.8 / Open, Raceboard Masters and Raceboard Youths
The Race Committee managed to complete three races for all fleets (except Raceboard Youth) today despite the late start to proceedings. ......( more ) | |
Provisional Results after 2 Races at Martigues Posted On: 29/07/2010 18:20:24 Raceboard Master / Raceboard Youth / Boys 7.8 / Girls 7.8 / Boys 6.8 / Girls 6.8 / Open - All Provisional results after 2 races before validation and hearings!
Another vid from Patrik - Long day at the office - "Yesterday we had too much wind, today not enough but the race committee is optimistic and waiting for the wind to shift as forecast before sending out the fleets. Next announcement at 2.00 pm." 2 races for each fleet, all 435 competitors racing, meant they were coming off the water at dusk, as the lights started twinkling! | |
Posted On: 28/07/2010 12:42:37 | |
Posted On: 28/07/2010 05:33:43 364 competitors from 26 countries, 4 continents, have registered for the Techno 293 World Championships in Martigues, smashing the 2009 record entry. With the Raceboard Youth and Masters running concurrently bringing the total number of competitors at CVM Martigues up to 435, this is the biggest championship event in windsurfing for 20 years! ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 24/07/2010 17:35:37 Paolo dos Reis is the new US National Champion and Formula North American Champion. The 2010 Starboard Severne US Windsurfing National Championships was held at San Francisco's Crissy Field July 20th through the 24th hosted by the prestigious St. Francis Yacht Club . This year's event included the Formula Windsurfing North American Championships with a talented field of competitors from around the world. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 17/07/2010 08:01:00 What can be said about the San Francisco Classic and Ultra Nectar Challenge that hasn't been said before. The longest running long distance windsurfing race in some of the toughest conditions imaginable!......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 15/07/2010 16:35:33 The 2010 Annual General Meetings for Raceboard and Techno 293 classes will take place at the Worlds venue in Martigues, France.......( more ) | |
Posted On: 13/07/2010 11:21:19 The 2010 Starboard Severne US Windsurfing National Championships takes place this year at San Francisco's Crissy Field July 20th through the 24th. This year's event includes the Formula Windsurfing North American Championships ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 06/07/2010 06:01:22 Prizegiving - Marco Begalli (Master) and Jacek Piasecki (Youth) were crowned 2010 European Formula Windsurfing Champions......( more ) |  |
FW video at site of US Windsurfing Nationals and Formula North Americans Posted On: 04/07/2010 15:40:37 I know a few of you may be on the fence about coming to the upcoming US Windsurfing Nationals and Formula North American Championships this July 20-24. So to push you over to our side here's some onboard go pro video of the exact site where the racing will be held. Come join us!
Link to video - http://vimeo.com/13062210 Official Event Website - http://www.waterhound.com/windsurfing | |
Posted On: 01/07/2010 06:24:59 FLOW - For Ladies Of Windsurfing - http://www.flowindsurfing.com/ - is an online information resource designed specifically for female windsurfers. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 30/06/2010 11:48:32 Dear international competitors, we invite you to participate in the final event of the German Championships, the FLENS SURF CUP 2010 in Westerland on Sylt from July 21st to 25th. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 24/06/2010 20:14:15 ISAF has published the Notice of Race for the Singapore 2010 Youth Olympic Games. The sailing competition in Singapore will feature 100 young sailors, aged 15-16, competing across four events. The inaugural Youth Olympic Games will be held in Singapore from 14-26 August. Qualified Nations |  |
Posted On: 23/06/2010 16:43:29 Araruama is getting ready to welcome all the World Championship tourists! Today we have one of the best places in the World for this sport and we are investing and believing in this tourism segment! The mayor of Araruama City, Andre Monica, talks about the World Championship . . . |  |
Posted On: 22/06/2010 13:06:22 The Notice of Race for the 2010 edition of the Hong Kong Open Windsurfing Championship is now published. The event, organized by the Windsurfing Association of Hong Kong (WAHK), will take place from 21st to 27th September in Tung Wan, on Cheung Chau Island. Since its established in 1983, the Hong Kong Open has evolved into one of the major Asian tournaments on the windsurfing calendar. Notice of Race. |  |
Posted On: 19/06/2010 20:53:41 Light winds on the last day of the Raceboard World Championships in Liepaja limited the competitors to just one race to complete the 14 race series. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 19/06/2010 17:50:37 On the final day of the IFCA Championships on Texel, the stewards could not vouch for the safety of surfers and cancelled the last race. The waves were high and, with winds over 20 knots, "extreme" was an understatement! ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 17/06/2010 16:40:25 ISAF has published the Notice of Race for the Singapore 2010 Youth Olympic Games. The sailing competition in Singapore will feature 100 young sailors, aged 15-16, competing across four events. The inaugural Youth Olympic Games will be held in Singapore from 14-26 August. | |
Posted On: 08/06/2010 07:31:23 Now in its fourth year the Vassiliki Watersports Festival is the biggest Festival of its kind in Greece. The Festival will be broadcast LIVE this year - you can even VOTE for your favourites! The event features the next leg of the EFPT - 11th to 14th June. |  |
EFPT Sardinia on Fire! Posted On: 08/06/2010 07:25:16 Prize giving ceremony at the Sardinia Freestyle Grand Prix. Steven van Broeckhoven on 1st, Davy Scheffers on 2nd, Nicolas Akgazciyan on 3rd (he also got a thousand euros for a double loop over the ramp) and Mattia Fabrizi on 4th place. The past days of the Sardinia Freestyle Grand Prix were really eventful - read all about it on efpt.net |  |
Posted On: 04/06/2010 08:35:01 Notice is hereby given for the International Windsurfing Association Annual General Meeting to be held on Sunday, 25th July 2010, 18.30 hrs, at the Cercle de Voile de Martigues, France. | |
Posted On: 01/06/2010 06:30:38 WINDSURFING wants you for a photo shoot. The goal of WINDSURFING's Bay Day on June 12, 2010, is to have every every kiter and sailor in San Francisco join the San Francisco Boardsailing Association at the St. Francis Yacht Club for an educational safety event and barbecue - then get every rider in San Francisco and the surrounding cities out on the water for a Bay Area-wide helicopter photo shoot. |  |
Posted On: 30/05/2010 11:57:58 ". . . in accordance with the wishes of the Beverino family, to remember Davide who died last year on 26th of May, we organise 3-4 July, before FW European Festival - FE, FW Youth & FW Masters European Championships, an Event with Formula and Slalom competition.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 30/05/2010 11:16:48 Over 130 wahines showed up on Saturday, April 17th for the 4th Annual Maui Butterfly Effect, also raising $1000 to benefit Women Helping Women. View the video just published: http://vimeo.com/12013806 |  |
Posted On: 30/05/2010 10:49:50 This year's National Windsurfing Festival (NWF) with its unique night windsurf spectacle once again comes to the shores of Hayling Island, UK, kindly sponsored by Havant Borough Council. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 27/05/2010 09:28:16 Following on from the success of the 2009 Europeans - Liepaja, Latvia, is hosting the 2010 Raceboard Worlds. Liepaja is known throughout Latvia as "the city where the wind is born", possibly because of the constant sea breeze.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 26/05/2010 10:31:43 Starboard, Mormaii, and Severne Sails present the International Long Wave Cup "Cementos Pacasmayo Classic", that will be held in Pacasmayo (PERU) from May 26 to May 30th. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 26/05/2010 10:16:52 The IFCA South American Wavesailing Championship will have this year 3 stops, the first one will be at Lobitos, Piura, Peru from July 20-24. This spot has great windsurfing conditions ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 23/05/2010 13:26:09 Two further races were completed on the final day of the 2010 Sicily Grand Prix. Although 3 races were scheduled there was not sufficient wind mid afternoon to call out the racers for the third race. This meant any mistakes over the past 2 days would be costly as there were no discards allowed.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 22/05/2010 06:27:00 A tense day on the water at the European Team Racing Championships. The day began by the race committee completing one further race for all teams in order to finish the second round robin and move onto the semi final stage of the competition. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 20/05/2010 11:02:35 The inaugural Techno European Team Racing Championships is taking place in Mondello, Sicily. The championship is part of the world famous World Festival on the Beach Festival, now in its 25th edition!......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 19/05/2010 11:15:50 The St Francis Yacht Club Friday Night Windsurfing Series again saw wild conditions for all 5 races sailed this past Friday May 14th. With some sailors on 9.0m2 and others on 10.7m2 no one was on the right sail all the time (more) |  |
Posted On: 17/05/2010 07:05:50 Out of 1000, there were nearly 600 riders still ready to fight one last time on the water when the race director decided to cancel the sixth leg because of a north wind blowing at more than 50 knots. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 13/05/2010 13:43:58 Following the ISAF Mid-Year meeting at Lake Balaton, Hungary, ISAF has published the Olympic Commission Draft Report to the ISAF Executive Committee. Phil Jones, Chairman of the Olympic Commission, explains what the draft Report addresses: |  |
Posted On: 12/05/2010 13:04:32 Sorobon Beach, Bonaire, in Dutch Antilles, will once again host the IFCA Youth Freestyle World Championship. Scheduled to run from July 28th through to August 1st the event will also feature the IFCA Pro Kids and Junior Freestyle championships. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 10/05/2010 12:37:00 Getting up early paid off this time. The skippers meeting at 5.30 was followed by the First heat at 5.50am. 48 Registered riders fought their ways through the single elimination at the Surf Worldcup Podersdorf. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 10/05/2010 10:47:45 The Notice of Race for the Texel Slalom Grand Prix has been amended to clarify the status of the European Championships.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 05/05/2010 11:27:55 Ladies, by participating in this training camp you will gain experience and be able to develop your skills and technique as a windsurfer. For example, how to condition your body and mind to achieve the best results. There will also be a workshop on how to get your own sponsor. |  |
Posted On: 02/05/2010 09:04:50 The 2010 Rio Formula World Festival will be held from Monday 11th October to Sunday 17th October 2010. The event will be based in Praia Seca, located in Araruama city, Rio de Janeiro - Southeast Brazil.......( more ) | |
Posted On: 29/04/2010 14:18:57 Professional windsurfer Sarah Hebert will try to cross the Atlantic at the end of the year. The French vice world champion is aiming to windsurf from Dakar (Senegal) to Pointe a Pitre (Guadeloupe) in a 3,500km challenge of strong winds, 30ft waves and sharks.......( more ) |  |
Five fast questions about Podersorf Posted On: 29/04/2010 13:40:36 Podersdorf prepares itself for the PWA/EFPT Surfworldcup. At the moment the last screws on the food court called "Sonnendeck" get fastened, the windsurfing brands prepare their test gear for the hungry audience and the first PWA/EFPT sailors arrive on the beach. The EFPT asked event organiser Gerhard Polak and local competitor Alex Seyss five fast questions about this outstanding event. Full report- http://efpt.net/newsdetails.php?n_id=370 |  |
Posted On: 29/04/2010 12:59:37 World Windsurfing Week is an international initiative by windsurfers for windsurfers! We want to bring as many people on board as possible during one week, the World Windsurfing Week. We want to show the worldwide windsurfing community, we want to push windsurfing all around the globe. And we want to motivate new windsurfers to come on board!
Become part of this worldwide movement! |  |
Posted On: 24/04/2010 22:20:01 Following the announcement of the cancellation of the 2010 European Slalom Championship, class president Bruno de Wannemaeker acted quickly to conclude an agreement ......( more ) | |
Posted On: 23/04/2010 10:24:26 The double elimination had to be stopped halfway because of insufficient wind so the riders who were successful in the single elimination made it straight to the podium.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 19/04/2010 12:14:12 Unfortunately the organisers of the IFCA 2010 Slalom European Championships in Kiel/Schoenberger Strand have had no option but to withdraw their bid to host this event.......( more ) | |
Posted On: 18/04/2010 10:01:52 News about a women's training camp to be held 11th and 12th of June 2010, Texel, prior to the World Cup Slalom; a poster campaign; and please help women's windsurfing by taking ten minutes to complete an on-line questionnaire . . . (more) |  |
Posted On: 17/04/2010 11:50:17 The innovative Kids Freestyle Tour moves closer to the inaugural event of the series with the publication of the Notice of Race. ......( more ) | |
Posted On: 10/04/2010 21:50:42 Race Committee and competitors had become accustomed to the calm mornings, the wind flirting with them until lunchtime - but what a finish to a fantastic championship!......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 10/04/2010 18:01:17 The last day at Civitavecchia and the final chance to claim a place in the Youth Olympic Games in Singapore. Countries who have qualified at this regatta:
Boys : ESP, ITA, NED |  |
Posted On: 07/04/2010 09:54:13 After 5 days of competition, months of preparation by the organization and the volunteers, the 2010 edition of the Curacao Challenge is over. The event had to deal some tough weather conditions making for some tough decisions throughout the week. But overall it was a great event with some huge talents competing and really showing their skills.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 27/03/2010 12:55:26 One of the world's premier water sports events is the 26-year old Highland Spring HIHO, a seven-day windsurfing adventure and stage race that visits multiple islands in the British Virgin Islands. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 19/03/2010 14:49:31 The Governor of Mendoza joined the Race Officer, Antonio Lamadrid, on the starting boat for the last race of the 2010 Worlds on Lake Potrerillos. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 14/03/2010 12:15:51 The 2010 North American Formula Experience Championship will be held from Friday 9th to Sunday 11th April 2010. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 12/03/2010 19:04:33 The 25th edition of the famous World Festival on the Beach will take place in Mondello, Sicily, from 15th to 23rd May 2010. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 07/03/2010 12:06:30 Lots more racing took place on the final day, with the Techno fleet having a great series, and the formula fleet squeaking two more or races to cap off a full weekend of racing.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 07/03/2010 10:07:48 Dates for the EFPT KIDS tour 2010 have now been finalised: ......( more ) | |
Posted On: 02/03/2010 12:45:16 Robby Swift wrote in with this bulletin of the terrible disaster in Chile and asks for your help. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 18/02/2010 14:41:53 The 2009 PWA slalom world champion, Antoine Albeau (JP, NeilPryde), has been selected by a panel of sporting legends, as a possible candidate to receive the Laureus World Action Sportsperson of the Year award. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 18/02/2010 12:15:50 The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has elected Nanjing, People's Republic of China, as the host city of the 2nd Summer Youth Olympic Games in 2014 during the 122nd IOC Session in Vancouver, Canada.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 18/02/2010 11:54:25 Lega Navale Italiana Civitavecchia (LNC) are hosting the World Qualifier for the Youth Olympic Games. The event will be held over Easter - from 5th to 10th April.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 18/02/2010 11:39:41 Paulo dos Reis (BRA 3333) took the South American title for the first time after being runner up last year. This year's event was hosted by Uruguay Yacht Club based in Montevideo. In fact Paulo dominated this year's event winning all six races!......( more ) |  |
Women in Windsurfing campaign Posted On: 13/02/2010 13:43:28 IWA has now put in place a Women's section on the IWA website. Help us to make this section grow by sending us your articles, photos and info to contribute to this area - e-mail - "To encourage, support and motivate women in windsurfing, improve their status and boost the participation of women (competing) in windsurfing worldwide." Update: In the Spotlight - Sam Brittner | |
Posted On: 12/02/2010 09:31:34 The official presentation of the Formula Windsurfing World Championship 2010 competition, starting on March 21, was made at Government House.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 08/02/2010 09:58:58 After 4 days of racing at Hawks Nest, New South Wales, the 2010 Formula Windsurfing Oceanic, and Australian, Champions were confirmed as Sean O'Brien (AUS 120) and Allison Shreeve (AUS 911).......( more ) |  |
2010 Baltic Sea Cup events Posted On: 08/02/2010 09:35:16 2010 event dates confirmed as: 16-19 June - Liepaja, Latvia 5-7 August - Sopot, Poland 24-26 September - Tallinn, Estonia |  |
Posted On: 03/02/2010 17:27:13 The deep sea crossing between the islands of Guadeloupe and Martinique that used to attract riders such as Albeau, Territeheau or Josh Stone until 1996 is coming back under the name Red Bull Masters of the Caribbean! ......( more ) |  |
South American Championships - 7 races - Final Results Posted On: 29/01/2010 17:10:47 Results Techno 293 / Raceboard | |
Posted On: 27/01/2010 11:35:28 The weather was the only winner on the final day of racing at the 2010 South American Championships. No rain today, instead hot and humid, but, unfortunately, no wind. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 22/01/2010 09:14:49 There have been a few small amendments to the 2010 rulebooks.......( more ) | |
Posted On: 22/01/2010 09:11:34 All the news from the Speed:World:Cup and live coverage from the continental and world speed events will be published from now on also on facebook and twitter.......( more ) | |
Posted On: 17/01/2010 10:33:53 HKG and THA top the Techno rankings; THA dominate the longboard fleets.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 15/01/2010 10:17:45 The 2010 South American Formula Windsurfing Championship will take place for the first time in Uruguay.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 14/01/2010 13:05:27 The Azul Linhas Aereas will support the 2010 Brazilian FE Circuit. The newest air line company on Brazilian market joining forces with the fastest growing windsurfing class. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 13/01/2010 10:36:48 Join us in Merritt Island - March 5-7, 2010 for this 25th event for Formula, FE, Kona, Techno & Longboards.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 08/01/2010 23:03:04 Final Day. Light winds again postponed racing at the 2010 OAMPS Insurance Brokers Australian Youth Championship.
As Adelaide swelters under 40 degree heat the sailors were kept on shore all morning as race management waited for the breeze to fill in. Around midday the crews hit the water as conditions began to look more favourable ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 08/01/2010 22:53:17 France, Great Britain, Israel, Poland, Russia and Spain secured spots in the windsurfing events at the 2010 Youth Olympic Games at the Techno 293 European Championships and YOG Qualifier held in Cadiz, Spain.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 04/01/2010 12:35:45 Two races for all divisions on the final day of racing at the 2010 European Championships. It was also the day that the first qualification places for the Singapore Youth Olympics were decided.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 17/12/2009 19:48:25 Did you know that 2010 will be a special year for the IWA?
We start a Women Windsurfing Campaign to boost the participation in, and promotion of, women's windsurfing! ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 17/12/2009 19:38:45 The 2009 Formula Windsurfing Grand Prix World Tour drew to a successful conclusion recently at the Wind Brasil Fortaleza GP. A third place in the final event of the world tour was enough for Steve Allen (AUS 0) to take the tour title; crowning a fantastic year that also saw him regain the World Title in Santa Pola, Spain.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 13/12/2009 08:50:25 Following on from the success of the 2009 Pro Kids World in Portopollo, Sardinia, IFCA are exploring the possibility of sanctioning a European Tour for 2010. The idea originates from Italy, and is supported by the national windsurfing association.......( more ) | |
Posted On: 08/12/2009 18:28:49 The calendar of international championships for the Formula Experience class has expanded in 2010, with 3 continental championships confirmed so far, and a Worlds in Brasil. Full details of these events will be published with the NoR's; but here are the dates and venues:......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 27/11/2009 00:00:00 With 2 races on the final day of the Fortaleza Grand Prix it was all to play for. The overnight lead held by Alberto Menegatti (ITA 4) all but evaporated with a disastrous first race this morning, when he finished 10th. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 25/11/2009 20:11:48 "I am actually in Brasil for one month and a half. I am here for two world cup of Formula and I also did the National Brazilian Championship! It's an excellent training for next world championship which will take place in Argentina in March.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 20/11/2009 11:14:08 Following discussions with all the ISAF windsurfing classes, it is our pleasure to announce that the Reach-4-The-Top Training Program initiative launched by the RS:X Class at the beginning of this year has evolved. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 17/11/2009 22:56:53 An annual event, the 29th SIM-Singapore Open Windsurfing Championship is the biggest event on the Singapore windsurfing calendar which sees top local windsurfers being pitted against the best in the region. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 15/11/2009 18:07:45 The European Freestyle Pro Tour 2009 was a bold statement. We travelled to new places, brought a lot of new people on the tour, celebrated one of the most dominant and at the same time charismatic sportsmen ever, and did all that in an experienced yet refreshingly new way . . . read more . . . see 2010 calendar |  |
Posted On: 03/11/2009 12:56:43 Nicolas Schreier, from Peru, is the new South American FE Champion Open, accumulating also the title on Senior and Light Weight divisions. Marcello Morrone, BRA 3, took the 2nd place Open, together with the Masters and Heavyweight divisions. More on the FE Class website and http://www.katanka.com.br/
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Posted On: 30/10/2009 20:28:54 ISAF have now published the list of new "Approved Production Boards" that are eligible to race in formula windfsurfing events from 1st January 2010. ......( more ) | |
Posted On: 18/10/2009 22:47:32 Another full day's racing at the 2009 Sao Paulo Formula Windsurfing Grand Prix with 4 races completed on the final day, and a total of 12 races in the series. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 15/10/2009 21:34:44 After recently winning a second PWA Overall Wave World Title, Josh Angulo (Angulo, Maui Sails, DaKine) spoke out at the infamous Sylt closing ceremony......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 13/10/2009 17:12:02 Day 4 on Naxos was not only the last day of the Rip Curl Prince of the Wind it was also the last day of the EFPT 2009, ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 09/10/2009 22:44:57 Qualification for the Youth Olympic Games(YOG) is primarily being held on a continental basis, using the Techno 293 Continental Championships. The qualification system, including the quota for each continent, is available on the ISAF website ......( more ) | |
Posted On: 09/10/2009 21:02:01 Wind Brasil 2009 has grown and now includes two Formula Windsurfing Grand Prix events. Ilhabela has been added to the world tour and precedes the tour finale in Fortaleza, in Ceara State.......( more ) | |
Posted On: 05/10/2009 20:57:33 In 2003, Eduardo Cano (Peruvian Sailor and Sailing Coach) started 3 years coaching Optimist in Mexico, mainly in Valle de Bravo in Mexico DF. During that season he realized that nobody practiced the windsurfing sport there.......( more ) |  |
Kim Lythgoe RIP Posted On: 03/10/2009 12:16:34 Kim Lythgoe [ESP] has drowned in a tragic diving accident whilst taking a well earned holiday in the Maldives - Leave your thoughts and memories here |  |
Posted On: 03/10/2009 12:12:22 Dear friends, I am glad to inform you that IMCO is still alive and so is the "born under a lucky star" Mistral One Design.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 23/09/2009 10:27:35 The 2009 Worlds marked the end of a decade for formula windsurfing. Both Thailand in 2000 and Santa Pola in 2009 will be seen as landmark events in the history, and development, of the class.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 14/09/2009 13:11:47 What a difference a day makes or, in this case, one final race! ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 08/09/2009 22:03:42 The 2009 championships will take place in Maragogi in north east Brasil, from 30th October to 2nd November. Take a look at the aerial view of the event site - a special location for a special event!......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 04/09/2009 09:58:07 The agenda for the Annual General Meeting of the International Formula Windsurfing Class to be held on Tuesday 15th September 2009 @ 20.00hrs in Santa Pola, Spain has now been published. | |
Posted On: 30/08/2009 07:38:35 Great Britain's windsurfers are riding a crest of a wave tonight (Saturday 29 August) after landing three of the seven World titles up for grabs on the final day of the 2009 IWA Junior, Youth and Masters Windsurfing World Championships.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 29/08/2009 07:49:02 There was no doubt that Martin Ervin (EST-202) would win the overall NeilPryde Baltic Cup 2009, as he had won all 3 previous competitions earlier this season. The NPC 2009 final event started with lack of wind and ended with mixed weather conditions.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 26/08/2009 11:56:58 Following the IFCA AGM decision, slalom world ranking system 2 has now been published along with the latest slalom ranking list. A reminder to all affiliated associations to send IFCA yearly the results of their nominated event or details of upcoming nominated events. | |
Posted On: 16/08/2009 00:00:00 Bernd Flessner and Maciek Rutkowski win Slalom European Master and Youth Champion Titles
This year's IFCA Slalom Youth & Master European Championships at Schoenberger Strand finished as a very successful event for all competitors and partners of the event. Perfect wind conditions with wind forces of up to 7 beaufort allowed slalom eliminations on all six event days. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 09/08/2009 15:42:27 A spectacular event came to an end today with the price giving held directly at the beach in front of the Pro Center Chris Schill. Finian Maynard (BVI) and Valerie Ghibaudo (FRA, Loft Sails) are the world champions 2009.
After 7 rounds of speedsailing action, giving two discards for the fleet from all over the world, Karpathos proved another time to be the perfect venue for high wind windsurfing. |  |
FW Europeans 2009, Sopot Posted On: 09/08/2009 15:21:13 Sopot gave two full on racing days at the beginning of the championship, one race on day three and then the wind didn't allow further competition. Nevertheless a fantastic event and Congratulations to Grand Prix winner Steve Allen (AUS); and to the 2 new European Champions from Poland - Przemyslaw Miarczynski (Pont) and Marta Hlavaty. Full results, pics and more on the FW website, or videos here. See you at the next event - Formula Worlds in Santa Pola, Spain. |  |
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Posted On: 03/08/2009 20:32:25 Prizes have been awarded. At the end of the fourth day of the regatta, winners entered the podium to be congratulated, as well as receive cups and cheques. After a short, but full of positive emotions closing ceremony, Stereo MC's band appeared on the stage followed by an exhilarating performance by Kosheen.......( more ) |  |
IFCA JYM Slalom Worlds, Bonaire Posted On: 17/07/2009 11:54:27 Reports, results and photos on http://www.bonaireslalomworld.com/. |  |
New Change of Dates for ITALIAN OPEN FW CHAMPIONSHIPS Posted On: 17/07/2009 11:51:16 We inform all competitors that 2009 Italian Open FW Championships, postponed last May after the tragical death of Davide Beverino, have been rescheduled again and so they are anticipated and will be raced from Thursday October 22th to Sunday October 25th always at Windsurfing Club Cagliari, Sardinia. According to Beverino family the Championships will be dedicated to the memory of our unforgettable friend Davide. In the next weeks the relevant Notice of Race. Since now you are all invited to join this event and we hope many foreign competitors will travel to Cagliari next October. | |
Posted On: 15/07/2009 17:19:11 San Francisco board heads got their fix over the weekend with long distance and course racing in the 2009 Ronstan Bay Challenge, hosted by the StFYC.......( more ) |  |
Raceboard Worlds Finished Posted On: 11/07/2009 09:45:30 At Warnemuende, in the biggest World Championship Raceboard event of the last 20 years - 113 competitors from 16 nations - Maksimilian Woycik POL wins after 12 races with Martin Moritz GER in second place and Patrik Pollak SVK in third. In the women's fleet Germany's Gabi Schlotmann beat the Czechs Martina Hruba and Jana Slivova into 2nd and 3rd place respectively.
FULL RESULTS: Overall Men / Raceboard 7.5 Men / Mistral OD / Equipment List |  |
FE & FW Junior, Youth & Masters World Champs Posted On: 06/07/2009 17:52:15 Over 90 competitors registered for the FW World Festival in Puerto de Santa Maria, on the Bay of Cadiz. Reports, results, photos and more on the FW Class website and the Event website. |  |
Posted On: 30/06/2009 18:19:37 Attendances are growing again in this established series of events. Wimeraux attracted a good entry, with over 20 more competitors than last year. Competitors came from NDL, GER, BEL, GBR and FRA. ......( more ) |  |
IFCA ProKids Freestyle World Championships 2009 Posted On: 29/06/2009 13:08:55 The end of a "wonderful week of sport and friendship" at the Junior and Youth Freestyle Worlds in Porto Pollo/Palau, Sardinia Italy. In Junior Under 17 division Rick Hendrusch (NED 120) is the winner. In Youth Under 20 division Belgian Dieter Van der Eyken (BEL 35), surely the best competitor in the championship, easily won, showing to the people on the beach a very good number of tricks. First in Starboard Pro Kids Worlds under 15 was the representative of Bonaire, Youp Schmit (NB 12). More on the event website and the IFCA website. |  |
Round 2 of the 2009 NP Baltic Cup Posted On: 22/06/2009 14:37:25 The second round of the 2009 Neil Pryde Baltic Cup takes place in Liepaja, Latvia, over the weekend 27th and 28th June. After hosting a very successful European Raceboard Championships earlier this month, Liepaja is getting ready for its next big windsurfing event. This time it is formula racers that will have the opportunity to race off this friendly and welcoming city. Sponsors include Extreme Sports and Windsurfing Club Rietumkrasts. Notice of Race | |
Steven van Broeckhoven makes the hat trick! Posted On: 17/06/2009 19:25:13 High wind freestyle at its best on the final day of the Palekastro Freestyle 2009! Crete delivered excellent conditions throughout the 3 event days with 2 full double eliminations completed and Steven van Broeckhoven (F2) winning the 3rd event in a row . . . more |  |
Posted On: 14/06/2009 14:26:17 Second event on the tour was started just 3 days after Sardegna which means that all riders that have been in Sardegna took off straight after the prizegiving to catch the ferry to the Italian mainland, had to go across Italy to catch the next ferry to Greece.
Believe it or not, but all of them made it on time to the registration in Milos beach.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 13/06/2009 14:56:11 The 2009 IFCA Slalom World Championships, part of the Zwitserleven Zeilweek on the Island of Texel, was a resounding success. Top five finishers were: 1. Bernd Flessner (GER 16), 2. Jacques van der Hout (NED 35), 3. Antoine Questel (FRA 99), 4. Josh Ludo (ESP 12), 5. Adriaan van Rijsselberghe (NED 2). News, results and photos on the IFCA Website and the event website |  |
Attention - schedule change for FW Europeans in Sopot Posted On: 12/06/2009 21:14:41 The International Formula Windsurfing Class have agreed with the event organiser, SKZ Club Sopot, a small change to the event dates for the forthcoming European Championships. The event has been brought forward by one day and will now run from 3rd to 8th August. The change has been made to accommodate the Alacati PWA Slalom which runs from 10th to 15th August. The Notice of Race has been amended. |  |
Posted On: 10/06/2009 07:24:24 After 7 years the North Sea Cup returned back to the Dutch Brouwersdam. Competitors from France, Belgium, Germany, Poland and the Netherlands travelled to the Grevelingenmeer for two days of sunny and windy conditions. During the weekend six races have been completed for all classes in 8 to 15 knots of wind. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 10/06/2009 06:42:30 Round 3 of the 2009 European Freestyle Pro Tour, IFCA European Championships, took place over 5th-7th June off Milos Beach, Lefkada.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 08/06/2009 09:19:52 With a near faultless display Patrik Pollak (SVK 1) took the 2009 Raceboard European title. In the first race of the day he was sailing true to form with yet another win; but even champions can make mistakes! In the second race of the day Patrik sailed to the wrong mark and a lengthy detour meant he could only make fourth place. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 03/06/2009 22:22:40 The Baltic cup Ventaine event was held in medium/strong winds and flat water conditions. Ventaine surprised us with a nice nature and super conditions for windsurfing. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 31/05/2009 14:15:02 The Clube Naval de Portimao will organize the Iberic Championship (Portuguese National and Copa de Espanha) of Formula Windsurfing, from 5-7 June 2009 in Portimao, Algarve, Portugal, near where the last World Championship was held. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 27/05/2009 10:08:46 "Dear friends of windsurfing world,
Today it's time of sorrow for all Italian and international windsurfers. Yesterday late afternoon, during a breath-held diving for fishing in Poetto Gulf, Cagliari Sardinia, our great friend Davide Beverino died.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 26/05/2009 10:47:14 856 competitors from 19 different countries divided over 755 boats and boards, spread over 9 classes competing on 4 course areas. The Dutch Youth Regatta in Workum was again a huge success.
For the first time the Techno293 class joined the competition in, what is known as, one of Europe's biggest youth events. Four days racing in a wide range of challenging Ijsselmeer conditions. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 23/05/2009 20:16:21 The Notice of Race (Spanish) has now been published for the 2009 Championship. Here is an introduction from Ricardo Guglielmin ......( more ) |  |
Registration for 2009 ISWC Speed Windsurfing World Championship open! Posted On: 21/05/2009 12:44:38 The Event will be held in Karpathos, Greece, from 31.07. till 05.08.2009. Registration is open from now on, following this link: http://www.speedworldcup.com/chronocontact/3.html Please make your pre-registration by 21st June latest, and we will inform you of your starting places by 28th June latest. Do not make any bookings in advance, as starting eligibility is limited to 45 places! |  |
North Sea Cup - Wimereux - 27/28 June 2009 Posted On: 20/05/2009 18:35:06 Club Nautique de Wimereux look forward to welcoming competitors of all classes and all ages to the 3rd stage (final) of the 2009 North Sea Cup. Notice of Race is now available in French and English, also entry forms in French and English. Just 25 euro including free meals on Saturday, and breakfast on Sunday for Competitors!
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Posted On: 19/05/2009 22:12:14 After his victory on his home event in North Oeland, Anders Bringdal (SWE) has taken the lead in the 2009 Speed:World:Cup ranking. Second is Cyril Moussilmani now, ahead of Bjorn Dunkerbeck (SUI). ......( more ) | |
Posted On: 15/05/2009 12:35:05 Baltic Cup and Estonian Championship first stage in slalom series was held on last weekend, May 9th-10th. The competition was won by Erno Kaasik EST 2 (Starboard/Neilpryde). ......( more ) | |
Posted On: 15/05/2009 12:27:20 The first North Sea Cup event of 2009 was already a big success. In total 86 competitors from France, United Kingdom, Holland and Belgium travelled to Ostend this weekend for some exciting international competition.......( more ) | |
Posted On: 15/05/2009 10:00:38 Results from the latest Youth regatta in Russia continue to illustrate the steady growth of competitive windsurfing. The development of the Techno 293 program has been invaluable in this process - check the report from Gelendzhik and the "Spring Youth Regatta". |  |
Posted On: 10/05/2009 23:38:48 Ross Williams proves he's the man to beat after sailing to victory in the 2009 Dwarf8 PWA Surf World Cup. Opening the 2009 slalom season in style, Austria's Lake Neusiedl took its cue to deliver both sun and wind in equal measure to christen slalom's newest World Tour destination. |  |
Pre-Entry Deadline for IFCA Slalom Worlds Fast Approaching! Posted On: 10/05/2009 21:06:27 The closing date for pre-entries for the Zwitserleven Slalom World Championships, Men & Women, to be held in the Netherlands in June is this Friday 15 May. Register on-line using your credit card, or download Form 1. Check the notice of race here. | |
Posted On: 04/05/2009 17:40:15 The IWA are very pleased to support this initiative - tell us about similar programmes in your country.
The Erasmus Student Network (ESN Gdansk and ESN Poland) wishes to invite everyone to this summer's premier student windsurfing trip: HEL(L) SURFIN 2009 - www.surf.esn.pl. Taking place on Poland's Hel Peninsula from the 10th - 14th June 2009, students and friends will be welcomed by an exciting five days of full-on windsurfing ACTION! ......( more ) |  |
VVW Inside Outside host first event of the 2009 North Sea Cup Posted On: 04/05/2009 17:08:12 The North Sea Cup is a well established series and multi class event that is lately enjoying a revival of interest. The resurgence is in no small part due to the growth of junior racing through the emergence of the Techno 293 Class.
The first event of the 2009 series takes place on May 9th and 10th - Ostend, Belgium - and hosted by V V W Inside Outside - Notice of Race Still to come in the series: |  |
Nico wins Podersdorf - round 1 of the 2009 EFPT Posted On: 03/05/2009 17:45:46 Nicolas Akgaczyan did it again, winning first the single and then the double elimination at the opening event of the 2009 European Fresstyle Pro Tour in Podersdorf on Neusiedler See, Austria. The event formed the opening act of the DWARF8 Surfworldcup; and of the 2009 IFCA European Freestyle Championship. Full report, photos and elimination ladders via EFPT website: |  |
10 races completed at LACANAU European Championships Posted On: 18/04/2009 20:52:54 The Voile Lacanau Guyenne hosted a very successful Junior Youth and Masters European Championships over the Easter holidays. With racing on every day except one, the race committee under the leadership of Didier Flamme (FFV) completed 10 races for all fleets and divisions. The 2009 European Champions are: TECHNO293: 6.8 boys - Kieran Martin (GBR 926); 6.8 girls - Noelle Finch (GBR 703); 7.8 boys - Sam Sills (GBR 60); 7.8 girls - Lea Mattei (FRA 161). RACEBOARD: Youth - David La Vila (ITA 11); Master - Paco Wirz (ITA 1). Check the video and photos by Vincenzo Baglione. Full results here: Juniors / Youth & Minim / Masters & Open |  |
Gabriel Browne BRA-50 . . . Posted On: 10/04/2009 20:41:27 . . . won the "48 hours on the causeway 2009" winning 8 out of 8 races. Day 1- four races in 16-22 kts and he won them all on his 12 mtr-5xt. Commented Gabriel: ."we were out in no wind and suddenly it came up and they raced!" Day 2 - 4 more races. The wind was lighter, around 8 knots in the first race and 12 knots in the other ones. Gabriel was again using his 12 mtr sail again. "This sails feels great! Good speed upwind and it is extremely fast on downwind. I won all the races again today!" More on http://www.miamiwindsurfing.com/ |  |
Record entry for Junior Youth and Masters Europeans at Lacanau! Posted On: 10/04/2009 16:03:44 In addition to the strong Raceboard presence, over 150 youngsters pre-entered for the Techno fleets alone and registration started today in Lacanau - it's busy!! Naturally there is a strong French contingent but we welcome fellow Europeans from Belgium, Spain, Great Britain, Germany, Italy, The Netherlands, Poland and Slovakia. In addition we expect guests from Canada and Japan.
Wind forecasts look ideal for the next few days so we expect some keen competition. More news soon on the UK's Moblog |  |
Latvia to host the 2009 Raceboard/IMCO Europeans Posted On: 03/04/2009 23:02:48 The 2009 Raceboard and IMCO European Championships will take place from 4th to 7th June as part of the Liepaja Windsurfing Festival. This will be the first time the classes have held a major championship in Latvia, but the sanctioning of this regatta by IWA is testimony to the drive and enthusiasm for the sport that exists in the both Latvia and this region of the Baltic The event will be organised by the Latvian Windsurfing Association, in conjunction with Liepaja City and the windsurfing club Rietumkrasts. Notice of Race |  |
Posted On: 29/03/2009 17:44:01 The European Freestyle Pro Tour (EFPT) have announced a new event in the Freestyle mecca of North Sardinia, the Toshiba Freestyle Grand Prix. It will happen in the natural bay of Porto Liscia - Santa Teresa di Gallura / Sardinia - Italy from the 30th of May till the 2nd of June 2009. 5000 money should attract motivated freestylers to battle it out. ......( more ) | |
Posted On: 29/03/2009 16:21:35 Bonaire is preparing for a fantastic week of freestyle and slalom racing. Bonaire is proud to welcome the IFCA slalom Pro Kids Junior Worlds and Youth and Masters World Championships. The event will be held on Sorobon Beach, Bonaire from 12th to 19th July 2009. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 29/03/2009 15:28:28 Allison Shreeve has successfully completed windsurfing 125km of the Bass Strait Challenge in formidable conditions with 30-35 knot winds and 3-4m swells. In doing so she has exceeded CoastCare's "Life on the Edge" campaign target for people from all walks of life to travel 100km of Australia's coastline using non-motorised activity. ......( more ) |  |
2009 South American Championships a resounding success Posted On: 29/03/2009 12:39:57 Over 100 competitors assembled on the shores of Lake Potrerillos, near Mendoza in Argentina, for the 2009 South American Championship of Techno293, Raceboard and Formula classes. The Championships was organised by the Asociacion Mendocina de Windsurf (AMW) in co-operation with the Federacion Argentina de Yachting (FAY) and the Federacion Argentina de Windsurf.
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Posted On: 26/03/2009 12:56:33 As of 2009, the Round Texel Race is to be continued as Zwitserleven Sailing Week. This high-performance event unites spectacular activities that raise the adrenalin. For decades the main focus was on the Round Texel Race itself, whereas the new program becomes more extensive, challenging and longer. Not only for the competitive and recreational sailors, but also for the spectators. The first considerable addition is the 2009 Slalom World Championship that will attract the world's best windsurfers.
The organisers have now announced a prize fund of (minimum) 10,000 euro for these championships. |  |
Posted On: 25/03/2009 19:10:51 With Star Guest 3 x Wave World Campion Kauli Seadi BRA253! JP Young Gun Classic (YGC) is an annual youth windsurfing camp running in October in the Danish North Sea spot Klitmoller - also known as The Cold Hawaii. The camp is organized by JP-Australia and NeilPryde in Denmark with great help from Danish Young Guns and their parents. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 21/03/2009 08:25:09 The IFCA championship calendar for 2009 is complete. The final Notice of Race for this year's series of major championship events has been published today - the Junior, Youth & Master Slalom European Championship. This event takes place from 11th to 16th August at Schoenberger Strand, Kiel, Germany.......( more ) | |
Posted On: 09/03/2009 18:57:26 The International Speed Windsurfing Class (ISWC) and the International Kiteboarding Association (IKA) have to clarify their position on the newly created GPS Speed World Records, introduced by the website GPSSS http://www.gps-speedsurfing.com/) and GPSKS (http://www.gps-kitesurfing.com/).
These world records can not be recognised by us and we feel they will introduce confusion into the world of speed sailing. ......( more ) | |
Posted On: 09/03/2009 17:52:57 Allison Shreeve is joining forces with other top coastal athletes like Guy Leech, Harley Ingleby and Valerie Taylor to raise awareness and to support the efforts of 60,000 volunteers around Australia who protect our coastlines and waterways. The "Life on the Edge" campaign, an initiative of Coast Care Australia, continues throughout the whole summer. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 06/03/2009 18:16:02 Bonaire's Taty Frans (ranked 7th in the world) and former Olympian Constantin "Patun" Sargoza are going to windsurf from Bonaire to Curacao (islands off of northern Venezuela) on March 8th as part of a fundraiser to help support a stricken local hero, Erwin Muller. Helicopters and chase boats will accompany the two sailors across the passage. The record set back in the 80's by Erwin is 4 hours. Donations are being sought. |  |
Posted On: 24/02/2009 23:26:21 Notice is hereby given of the 2009 Annual General Meeting of the IFCA Council, that will take place during the forthcoming Slalom Worlds in Texel, Netherlands. The exact date, time and venue will be published on the 11th April 2009 with the Agenda and proposals to be voted upon (Constitution Art.# 8.7)......( more ) | |
Posted On: 24/02/2009 18:57:22 Rekindling memories of the now infamous 2007 World Cup, Ponta Preta once again switched on to deliver world-class conditions to see the Cabo Verde crown returned to its homeland. |  |
Vietnam Fun Cup 2009 Posted On: 24/02/2009 00:00:00 The 10th Vietnam Fun Cup - a windsurf Slalom race was again dedicated to children in need. The competition took place at the Jibe's Beach Club in Mui Ne, Vietnam. 34 competitors from different countries took part. All the profits during the two days are donated to an orphanage in Binh Thuan province. Thanks to Chris Pressler for the report: http://www.continentseven.com/windsurfnews527.html |  |
IFCA JYM Slalom Worlds Posted On: 22/02/2009 21:11:08 Notice of Race has now been published for the 2009 IFCA SLALOM Pro Kids/JUNIOR WORLDS & YOUTH/MASTERS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP to be held on Sorobon Beach, Bonaire from 12th to 18th July 2009. "An average wind of 10-20 knots, water temperatures of 20-25oC and air temperature of 30oC . . ." - paradise awaits!! |  |
Posted On: 16/02/2009 21:17:40 The 2009 Zwitserleven Slalom World Championships will be held Paal 17, Texel, The Netherlands from June 8th to 13th 2009, organised by Stichting Ronde van Texel in co-operation with a local organisational group of windsurfers and also aided by the Texel Windsurfing and Kitesurfing Club. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 16/02/2009 09:59:20 Dear Speed Sailors, it was a special tough task to set up a calendar this year, taking into account the world wide crisis, which is also hitting us now through missing sponsorship moneys. All the more we are happy to announce the ISWC tour schedule today, and we hope to be able to publish the dates for the Kitespeed as well in the next days.
The full calendar can be found here: http://www.speedworldcup.com/events-2009.html ......( more ) | |
Posted On: 15/02/2009 21:25:01 The 2009 South American Championships for Techno293, Raceboard and Formula Windsurfing classes will take place from 20th to 24th March in Mendoza province, Argentina.
65 km from Mendoza City, Lake Potrerillos is a scenic recreational area offering camping, lodging, rafting, kayaking, horseback riding, climbing and trekking as entertainment. It is also a fantastic venue to host a windsurfing event!......( more ) |  |
2009 Windsurfer One Design National Championships Posted On: 09/02/2009 21:19:00 Who said WOD was dead! Over 60 competitors took part in this year's Australian Nationals at Port Stephens. They still do things differently in this class: "Competition for the Open Division will be conducted in course racing, slalom, freestyle, marathon and pentathlon all in accordance with class rules."
To read more go to: http://www.lbws.com.au/festival/windsurfer-one-design.html / Results: http://www.lbws.com.au/windsurfer-on-design-nationals-results.html / Photos: http://www.lbws.com.au/2009-windsurfer-one-design-event-photos.html |  |
Posted On: 09/02/2009 20:50:14 The event will be held July 6-11, 2009 in Warnemunde Germany on the Baltic Sea. Just prior to the world championships July 4-6, 2009 Open International German Championships for the Classes RS:X and Raceboard will be held at the same location. For all events there will be age groups for -20, -35, 35+, 45+, 55+ and the first time also 65+. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 05/02/2009 18:13:16 For the past two years the small village of Vassiliki on the idyllic Greek island of Lefkas has been host to a Festival of freestyle and slalom windsurfing competitions, sailing regattas for all types of boats, BMX and skateboard displays, drinks parties, beach barbeques, Greek cultural evenings, UK rock bands, and, of course, the famous Vassiliki Miss Bikini competition. ......( more ) |  |
ISAF Publishes Qualification System And Events For 2010 Youth Olympic Games Posted On: 04/02/2009 10:00:28 The International Sailing Federation has published the qualification system and qualifying events for the sailing competition at the 2010 Youth Olympic Games. The inaugural Youth Olympic Games (YOG) will be held in Singapore in August 2010 and feature 100 young sailors competing across the four sailing events: Boys and Girls Techno 293 and Boys and Girls Byte CII. (more) |  |
Posted On: 29/01/2009 21:17:16 Representatives of the organising committee for the 2009 Andalucia World Festival were on hand at FITUR 2009 for the official launch of this year's mega formula windsurfing event. Fitur, the International Tourism Trade Fair, held in Madrid from 28th January to 1st February, is the largest tourism trade fair on the international circuit. ......( more ) |  |
24th Calema Midwinters Posted On: 29/01/2009 21:04:31 Calema Windsurfing will this year be celebrating 25 years in the business, and with that have announced the 24th edition of the Calema Midwinters Windsurfing Festival will take place from 5th to 8th March 2009. Pro and amateur riders are always made welcome; and this year's event promises a few new features. The event is particularly targetting Formula and Kona racers, but raceboarders, both longboard and hybrid, are catered for.
For further details go to: http://www.calema.com/midwinters.php |  |
Posted On: 27/01/2009 22:40:05 Over 300 entries were recorded for the 2009 Resolution Downwind Dash. The world's biggest kite and windsurf race kicked off on Saturday 17th January from main beach, Langebaan, nr Capetown, South Africa. The favorably strong wind, as forecast, ensured a close battle between the kiters and windsurfers but windsurfer Ross Williams (GBR 83) was the winner. ......( more ) |  |
RSX Youth World Champions Posted On: 22/01/2009 13:08:22 Italy's Laura LINARES and Leung Ho TSUN of Hong Kong were crowned 2008 RS:X Youth World Champions after an exciting finish to the series in Pattaya, Thailand. Full report on ISAF website: Check out these images from the event courtesy of Albaria Club magazine - photos by Vincenzo Baglione.
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2009 South American Championships . . . Posted On: 21/01/2009 21:01:07 . . . has been confirmed for March 20th to March 23rd in Potrerillos, Mendoza, Argentina. This mega, festival, event will incude the continental championships for 3 classes: Formula, Raceboard, and Techno293.
The venue offers a superb arena for the practice of windsurfing and the spectacle of competition. Notice of Race will follow very soon. Meanwhile visit the Asociacion Mendocina de Windsurf website |  |
Posted On: 21/01/2009 00:00:00 Many thanks to Shakealegmiami and the Caviglia Bluewater Foundation for hosting this year's North American Formula Windsurfing Championships as part of the Alex Caviglia Bluewater Classic. 3 days of racing were fought on the water with Brazilian Wilhelm 'the Sherminator' Schurmann taking the open title, followed closely by 2008 vice World Champion Gonzolo Costel Hoevel from Argentina and Jimmy Diaz from the US Virgin Islands taking the North America Championship title. |  |
Windsurfing in Peru Posted On: 17/01/2009 07:21:41 "Officials and competitors received a fantastic welcome from a packed club at the opening ceremony. The enthusiasm from all involved in organising the event and the support given them by the local people was self evident - and would be clearly demonstrated later in the championship . . ." Read the Formula Festival event report |  |
The Lancelin Ocean Classic Posted On: 16/01/2009 17:01:02 The Lancelin Ocean Classic is the world's longest running windsurfing race - been going 23 years. This year it had around 140 competitors racing downwind over 25 kilometers, finshing at a pub on the beach. Big party at the pub that night! There was also a wave event won by Jaegar Stone (Severne/Starboard). 2nd was Boujmaa Guilloul and 3rd was Ben Severne (Servene).
Swiss Surfeuse Laure Treboux (Fanatic / North) won the ladies wave event. |  |
Posted On: 16/01/2009 16:11:54 "In Dec 2008 the Formula Experience world championships were held in Peru, the organization of the whole event was incredible, every little detail had been thought out and everything went to plan . . . My Championship had turned out great, I had planned to take the title for under 17 in the boys fleet and the girls fleet, and I managed to do this as I was really motivated and very focused."
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Jean-Francois Reggio installed as 2009 IWA President Posted On: 16/01/2009 14:34:05 The Presidency of the International Windsurfing Association passes each year through the Vice Presidents, those elected by their ISAF Classes to represent them on the management committee of the IWA. For 2009 the responsibility passes to Jean Francois Reggio, Chairman of the International Mistral Class Organisation (IMCO).
"When being in the Chair, each I.W.A President gives his best input to develop the assistance rendered to the classes. From outside IWA is often perceived as an administrative centre restricted to its members and devoted to profit rather than positively assisting the windsurfing microcosm. I will therefore try to promote the true reality that IWA is also a very helpful partner to anybody interested in our sport. All the best for this new year" J-F.R
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24th Calema Midwinters Posted On: 15/01/2009 21:53:10 24th Calema Midwinters, the premier USA Formula event, as well as the Kona North American Championship will take place as usual in Merritt Island, Florida from March 5-8. More info on www.calema.com or e-mail |  |
Posted On: 06/01/2009 21:09:13 The famous Cape Doctor wind took 4 days to come but when he came it was full on spectacle on the beach of Big Bay. The win was for Ben Van der Steen (Exocet/Simmer) securing the World Title slalom 2008. The last jump in the wave final where Phil Horrocks set a double forward meant he took the event home. Natasha Petersmann from South Africa took the win in the ladies wave. Results Slalom Final Results Wave Final Results Girls Wave Final More news, results and photos on IFCA website
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Posted On: 06/01/2009 20:55:53 A picture perfect day greeted the competitors of the 2009 Formula Windsurfing Oceanic and Australian Championships in Sydney, Australia which produced three races on day one. A blisteringly hot Aussie summer day two failed to provide any wind but, in contrast, howling southerly winds on day three as temperatures plummeted gave competitors had another four races. Day four gave lighter winds, more racing, prizes and party!! In true Aussie style, there was enough beer, champagne and wine to keep the thirsty mob partying on until the wee hours of the morning. Taking the Australian Title for the 3rd time this event was Sean O’Brien from Brisbane. Final Results , unofficial event photo gallery and More on FW website |  |
World Festival 2008 - FE & FW Junior, Youth & Masters World Championship Posted On: 03/01/2009 14:14:05 62 competitors registered in Ancon, but fog and lack of wind meant that the organisers decided to move the whole event 90km north to Playa Paraiso after the New Year's Eve party! A wise move as on Day 5 there were 4 races for seniors, youth and masters and 3 for juniors, then same again on Day 6. Winners in the fleets are: Junior (FE) - Morane Demont (FRA 59); youth (FW) - Jules Denel (FRA 41); senior (FE) - Nicolas Schreier (PER 2) ; Master (FW) - Xavier Ferlet (GBR 451). Full results and More on FW website |  |
Brazilian and Open International Freestyle Championships 2008 Posted On: 27/12/2008 13:05:54 From 20 till 23 December the first National and International Brazilian freestyle event was held in Icarai de Amontada (Z 3o 1'28.41", W 39o 39'23.50"), a beautiful little town 185 km East of Fortaleza.With 30.000 Reais (10.000 Euro) prize money the event was well attended with no less than 4 surfers from the top 30 Freestyle World Ranking. 2 double eliminations and 1 single elimination were organised in both the men's and the women's fleet . . . (more)
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Posted On: 22/12/2008 15:31:55 Shortly before Christmas we bring you our plan for the next European freestyle year. The upcoming season promises again to have the usual highlights as well as a new spot which all of us are looking forward to visit. As seen in the last years some events can drop out during the season but there is the same chance that something new comes up as well. We will keep you posted for sure. We are so looking forward for another exiting freestyle season, a travelling season where again we will be allowed to go to great windsurf places to promote our sport and find out who will stand on top at the end, as the best freestyler in Europe!!! | |
Posted On: 16/12/2008 13:07:41 Competitors are reminded of the new requirements for sail numbering which will apply from January 1st 2009: ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 16/12/2008 00:00:00 Postponed from 6-7 December, the race ran the following weekend 13 December 2008. First finisher was Ron Kern in just over 1hr 25 minutes, last finisher took nearly 3 hours. All the stories and results at i-to-i.org |  |
Posted On: 12/12/2008 16:25:28 Minutes of all the meetings held at the ISAF Annual Conference in November have been published. | |
Posted On: 08/12/2008 15:11:58 Cyril Moussilmani (FRA, Fanatic, North) and Valerie Ghibaudo (FRA, Loft Sails) take the victory of the 2008 ISWC World Cup Ranking. The Board Manufacturers Ranking is won by Starboard, in the Sail Manufacturers category North Sails takes the crown. The most successful nation in 2008 was again France. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 06/12/2008 14:11:53 The 2008 ISWC Production World Championship in Dungarvan, Ireland, came to an end today, unfortunately without a valid result. The whole event period was caught in a strong northerly flow, recording the coldest week in December since beginning of the chronicles. Nevertheless the 44 competitors from all over Europe found a perfect venue for speedsailing, and everybody is convinced of the quality of both the sandbar and "The Cunnigar". Preparations for an event late in 2009 and a probable record attempt on a standby basis have already been started. | |
Posted On: 06/12/2008 13:13:18 The Portimao International Sailing Festival - 22nd Overpower Regatta - will take place in Portimao, Portugal, from April 8th-12th 2009.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 06/12/2008 11:50:34 Confirmed for January 17th to 19th in Miami, and will form part of the Alex Caviglia Bluewater Classic. Notice of Race ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 01/12/2008 16:03:28 Wind Brasil 2008 . . . began with the Brazilian Open Championship from 21st to 23rd November in Fortaleza, Ceara. This championship was followed by the Brazilian Formula Windsurfing Grand Prix, the final of the 2008 Formula World Tour, from 24th to 30th November . . . (more) |  |
FE AGM 2008 Posted On: 29/11/2008 18:01:18 Notice is hereby given of the Annual General Meeting of the Formula Experience Class to be held on Tuesday 30 December 2008 at Ancon Yacht Club, Peru - Agenda | |
Posted On: 26/11/2008 20:50:37 With just 3 weeks to the closing date for entries to the IFCA Slalom Worlds, competitors are reminded the entry is limited to 64 men and 32 women.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 24/11/2008 16:21:50 The final day of the Brazilian Formula Windsurfing Championships, part of Wind Brazil 2008, finished this Sunday, 23rd of November at the waterfront of Marina Park Hotel. Gabriel Browne (BRA 50), known as Biel, was declared the winner. At 17 years of age he showed great maturity and determination to take the title, a revelation and inspiration for the young generation. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 23/11/2008 13:21:07 The International Speed Windsurfing Class (ISWC) and the International Kiteboarding Class Associstion (IKA) both officially acknowledge kiteboarders as rightful speed sailing outright world record holders. Kiteboards fully qualify under the ISAF Equipment Rules of Sailing and the WSSRC rulebook for the outright record. ......( more ) | |
Posted On: 20/11/2008 22:44:48 In 1979 a group of Virgin Islands windsurfers created the Hook-In-Hold-On, a multi-day island-to-island windsurfing race. |  |
Posted On: 20/11/2008 21:08:11 The 2009 world festival, that includes World Championships for FE and FW Junior Youth and Masters, will take place from 4th to 11th July. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 14/11/2008 19:25:09 "The ISAF Council has voted to select the RS:X for both men's and women's events at the 2012 Olympic Regatta. The chairman of the ISAF Events Committee, Bjorn Unger, proposed to the council that they take 8 sets of equipment (all those apart from the women's double handed dinghy and women's match racing) voted through in one block. All those pieces of equipment in the block have been supported by members of the Events Committee, Equipment Committee and Women's Committee." | |
Posted On: 13/11/2008 23:10:28 Due to unforseen circumstances the organisers have decided to move the venue for the 2008 Formula World Festival from Paracas to Ancon.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 11/11/2008 12:38:25 To whom it may concern: | |
Posted On: 07/11/2008 13:35:07 To whom it may concern: After the Qingdao event I have some second thoughts about the live television coverage of sailing on the Olympics. | |
First Summer Youth Olympic Games: Singapore 2010 On Track Posted On: 06/11/2008 17:45:40 The Coordination Commission of the 1st Summer Youth Olympic Games concluded its first visit to the host city Singapore on 1 November with the message that the Games are on track for success. (more . . .)
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Posted On: 06/11/2008 10:26:30 "There must be easier ways to get windsurfing on the TV" I thought as I was bounced high out of the water and twisted round in mid air off the hellish chop, on the verge of a catapult for about 5 hours, with cramps almost everywhere! more . . . |  |
IFCA Slalom Worlds Posted On: 30/10/2008 18:50:09 Notice of Race has now been published for the "Oxbow Big Bay Classic" to be held in Cape Town, South Africa 5-10 January 2009. More info on the IFCA event page. |  |
Posted On: 19/10/2008 11:27:04 The Follow The Winds Project introduces to the public - especially aimed at kids and youth - the amazing value of the windsurfing lifestyle. Top Formula Windsurfing riders such as: Arnon Dagan from Israel, Dennis Littel from the Netherlands, Jesper Vesterstrom from Denmark, Ross Williams from Great Britain, Steve Allen from Australia and Wojtek Brzozowski from Poland will go into the World Media to talk about the educational and inspiring side of their lives.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 16/10/2008 21:43:08 Enjoy the best images of the 2008 Formula Windsurfing World Championships held from September 8th-14th, in Alvor, Portimao, Portugal. |  |
Posted On: 11/10/2008 12:45:16 4-10 January 2009, Big Bay Capetown, South Africa
After the cancellation of the Slalom Worlds originally scheduled for Portugal, the IFCA executive worked hard to find a substitute. We are now finalising an agreement with the organisers of the "Big Bay Classic Slalom and Wave" event in Capetown to recognise the slalom part of the event as the 2008 IFCA Slalom World Championships. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 06/10/2008 14:19:24 After a long summer, the Andalusian Sailing Federation (ASF) has now set its sights on its winter programme.
"Yet again, we will be holding the V New Year's Race from the 1st to 5th January (Techno 293, RSX M, W and 8.5 youth) and the Carnival Race at the end of February (RSX M, W and 8.5 youth). The website is up and running at www.fav.es with online entries and NoR. ......( more ) |  |
The 2008 PWA Colgate World Cup, Sylt Posted On: 05/10/2008 12:34:20 Kauli Seadi slashes a path through to the wave elimination final, securing him his third Wave World Title on the penultimate day of competition in Sylt.
You can follow all the action from competition's decisive final day in the LIVE TICKER , or alternatively browse pwaworldtour.com, where you'll find newly updated video footage from the event, a massive photo gallery, daily reports, elimination ladders and more. |  |
Posted On: 04/10/2008 16:56:19 Alexandre Caizergues (FRA) is the fastest sailor on earth now, with a blistering 50.57 knots run today, accompanied by several more 50s and high 49s. Several more national outright records have been broken today in Luderitz, full results, pictures and interviews at www.luderitz-speed.com
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Posted On: 20/09/2008 15:12:42 Allison's time at this year's World Championships was also devoted to promoting the new Formula Windsurfing One Design (FOD) Class which is hoping to be selected in November 2008 by the International Sailing Federation (ISAF) as the windsurfing equipment to be used at the London 2012 Olympics. ......( more ) |  |
Svein Rasmussen - The Formula One Design Posted On: 16/09/2008 11:43:48 "Create an Olympic class that draws participants not only because it's Olympic, but because it's a class sailed on equipment that sailors actually prefer to race on."
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Posted On: 15/09/2008 11:23:26 After 11 races, Wojtek Brzozowski (POL 10) is the Formula Men's World Champion, beating Gonzalo Costa Hoevel from Argentina into second place, with fellow Pole Michal Polanowski in 3rd. Full results, reports, gallery and more on the FW class website |  |
Posted On: 15/09/2008 10:56:23 "Already we had four days of really exciting rivalry in various wind speed. So now we are after 11 men's runs and 10 women's runs which makes this event fully packed with races as it is very satisfactory for competitors and organizers as well. Moreover it's hot and sunny every day and organization is great so we all have splendid time here. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 12/09/2008 10:19:13 Soon we are going to launch a new Windsurfing Lifestyle Project. Promoting freedom, power and 'living the windsurfing dream'. To inspire, to motivate and to share. For kids, for the young; for everybody. Following 6 of the World's Best FW Windsurfers on tour. Get ready to Follow us at http://www.followthewinds.com/ ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 03/09/2008 21:49:13 Minutes of the Annual General Meeting held on Wednesday 13 August 2008 in Sopot, Poland have now been published. | |
Posted On: 01/09/2008 18:27:50 Agenda and proposals have now been published on the FW Class website for the 2008 Annual General Meeting of the International Formula Windsurfing Class to be held on Wednesday 10th September 2008 20.00hrs at Pestana Hotel, Alvor, Portimao, Portugal.
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Posted On: 31/08/2008 10:58:57 Portimao Formula Windsurfing World Championships 2008 will concentrate the elite of worldwide windsurfing in Portugal, from the 8th to the 14th September. | |
Posted On: 31/08/2008 09:04:51 EFPT Tour ends a bit earlier than expected with a rider on top who was leading the tour through the whole season till the end! Antxon Otaegui (JP/NP) takes the title for the first time to Spain and is the new European Champion in Freestyle Windsurfing. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 31/08/2008 08:18:56 The ISWC world rankings have been updated after the European Championship 2008 in Karpathos, Greece. In the mens division, Cyril Moussilmani (FRA, Fanatic, North) is still leading due to his victory at the French Cup. ......( more ) | |
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European Festival - FE and FW Youth & Master, Bandol, 26-31 August Posted On: 29/08/2008 20:41:53 70 competitors from 12 countries have signed on for these European Championships at a very sunny, very hot, but not very windy, Bandol! Sailors from DEN, ESP, EST, FRA, GBR, GER, ITA, NED, POL and SUI are joined by a contingent of young racers from Peru and (not so young) masters from Brazil. It seems likely that that light winds will dominate the week; with the possibility of Mistral on Sunday. Just one race so far - results and more on FE and FW Class Websites |  |
Posted On: 22/08/2008 12:06:39 Bjorn Dunkerbeck (SUI, Proof, North Sails) and Valerie Ghibaudo (FRA, Loft Sails) are the European Champions of Speed Windsurfing 2008! In a thrilling final gold fleet race Bjorn Dunkerbeck defeated Antoine Albeau (FRA, Starboard) who was leading the competition until that final race. Both were tied in points, with the tie broken in favour of Antoine Albeau by the top speed of the season (43.68 knots), a new spot record as well.
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Posted On: 20/08/2008 12:08:26 From ISAF: Tom ASHLEY won the Olympic gold medal for New Zealand in today's Medal Race of the Men's Windsurfer event at the 2008 Olympic Sailing Competition. Tom ASHLEY, also the reigning World Champion, sailed a near flawless Medal Race, finishing third to win a tight three-way contest for gold. It is the first Olympic gold medal in sailing won by New Zealand since Barbara KENDALL's victory in the Women's Windsurfer event at Barcelona 1992. Frenchman Julien BONTEMPS finished one place behind ASHLEY in today's Medal Race to take silver, whilst Israel's Shahar ZUBARI edged out Nick DEMPSEY (GBR) to win bronze, winning the first medal for Israel at this Olympic Games. |  |
Posted On: 20/08/2008 12:06:40 From ISAF: Windsurfer Jian YIN won China's first ever Olympic gold medal in sailing after a nail-biting finish to today's Women's RS:X Medal Race. Heading into the slalom finish Jian YIN was lying in fifth place but staged a magnificent comeback to finish third and secure the gold medal. Alessandra SENSINI of Italy won the Medal Race to take the silver medal, becoming the first female sailor to ever win fourth Olympic medals, whilst Great Britain's Bryony SHAW won bronze. |  |
Posted On: 16/08/2008 19:51:56 The Sopot Junior, Youth & Masters Festival of Windsurfing has turned out to be a great event with 257 sailors competing in Techno293 and Raceboard classes. The windsurfers main goal being the Raceboard European Championship title and World Championship titles in Techno293, Raceboard Youth & Raceboard Masters fleets. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 08/08/2008 12:07:49 Gonzo reports . . . "One of the signs that the event was gonna be even bigger this year was that Shaggy was gonna close the prize giving and start the party - not bad! Allegro, the main sponsor, surprised us again.
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Starboard IFCA Freestyle Worlds & Pro Kids Worlds Posted On: 05/08/2008 13:01:39 Two winners were crowned. Bonaire's Kiri Thode was crowned U 20 World Champion. Kiri's daily training schedule proves that practice does make perfect and this top honor is well deserved. A wonderful win was earned by Team Estonia's Christofer Kalke who was crowed U 17 World Champion. Chris won the qualifier in his home and flew all the way to Bonaire to compete. Chris trains several months a year in the Baltic Sea. He arrived early to train and his hard work paid off. Congratulations to both winners. FINAL RESULTS photos, results and much more on the event website |  |
Posted On: 05/08/2008 11:34:17 Antoine Albeau (FRA, Starboard) and Karin Jaggi (SUI, F2, North) are the speed windsurfing world champions 2008. After 7 rounds of speedsailing in challenging conditions, Albeau took the victory with a perfect score of 3.5 points. ......( more ) |  |
2008 ALLEGRO FORMULA WINDSURFING EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS - Final Posted On: 04/08/2008 10:39:11 Aussie Steve Allen is the winner of Allegro.pl Cup while Great Britain's Ross Williams is the European Champion and Jesper Versterstrom takes third place. Just one point difference between them shows how tough it was at the top! The end of the event was full of excitement - during the last two races, the wind exceeded 20 knots! Marta Hlavaty from the host country was first lady and Alexandre Cousin from France was first Youth. Reports, results, photos and more on the event website and, of course, on the Class website.
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Posted On: 20/07/2008 10:16:31 Unfortunately the wind in Porto Pollo dropped in the last days of the competition but thanks to the good three first days we still got a complete list, both in double and single.......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 14/07/2008 12:35:15 An extraordinary edition of Trentino ISAF Slalom World Championship for junior, youth and master, concluded after 5 days of regattas - the best that Garda Trentino and Torbole could give. On the water were 55 masters - aged over 35 years - 46 juniors between twelve and sixteen years and 46 youths between seventeen and twenty, from nineteen nations along with their trainers and companions. |  |
2008 Karpathos Speed Windsurfing European Championship Posted On: 13/07/2008 22:15:55 The NoR for the upcoming ISWC Speed Windsurfing European Championship, 20-26 August, has been published in the events section at www.speedworldcup.com | |
Posted On: 09/07/2008 10:40:16 Dear Speed Sailors, We have some good and some bad news for you. ......( more ) | |
Trentino - ISAF - Slalom World Championship, Torbole Garda Lake - Presented by JP Posted On: 09/07/2008 10:36:23 Registration is now complete and 146 competitors from 19 countries now await the wind! View the entry list here and visit the event website here | |
Posted On: 08/07/2008 17:07:16 Notice is given for International Windsurfing Association Annual General Meeting to be held on Wednesday, 10th September 2008, 19.30 hrs, at (venue tbc) Portimao, Portugal.
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Posted On: 26/06/2008 21:42:21 The International Sailing Federation (ISAF) has announced the Bic Techno 293 windsurfer and the Byte CII dinghy have been chosen as equipment for the four sailing events at the 2010 Youth Olympic Games in Singapore. |  |
Posted On: 26/06/2008 21:40:23 The IWA welcomes a new organisation that has been formed to co-ordinate and promote windsurfing in Argentina. ......( more ) | |
Notices of Race Posted On: 26/06/2008 21:39:35 The Notices of Race for the Kitespeed Grand Slam and the ISWC World Championship on Fuerteventura have been published. You can find them here: Kite: Windsurf: Please read them carefully, especially the parts about weight vests, sailnumbers, timing and mandatory presence on opening and closing ceremonies. See you on the water! Your Speed:World:Cup Team | |
Starboard ProKids IFCA Freestyle Worlds Posted On: 26/06/2008 21:37:06 Bonaire welcomes all to the island for the Starboard ProKids IFCA Freestyle Worlds from 27 July to 3 August 2008. Along with freestyle competition there will now be slalom racing and a Beach Culture Week with music, food, dance and more. Windsurfing is Bonaire's unofficial national sport so come to the island that celebrates the wind and sea and come to Starboard Pro Kids Worlds. Bon Boni (welcome). Go to the IFCA event page for notice of race and links. |  |
2008 Formula Windsurfing European Festival 26-31 August Posted On: 26/06/2008 21:36:41 The beautiful Bay of Bandol located on the Cote D'Azur in southern FRANCE is an established sailing and windsurfing area. Hosts of the Raceboard European Championships in April 2007, the Societe Nautique de Bandol are sure to provide a warm welcome and excellent facilities for the 2008 Formula Windsurfing European Festival which includes European Championships for Formula Windsurfing Youth & Masters; and Formula Experience. Notice of Race now available | |
Sopot Grand Prix Posted On: 26/06/2008 21:33:54 Overall results after 8 races - AUS 0, ARG 3, DEN 111, GBR 83, POL 25,POL 16, BRA 999 (1st Light), POL 11, LAT 23, POL 10, EST 202 (1st Master). Photos, reports and results on FW Website or the Event Website |  |
Posted On: 26/06/2008 21:18:23 The last day of the Grand Prix here in Sines was incredible. Overall Results Formula / Overall Results Slalom ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 26/06/2008 21:14:54 The Formula Windsurfing Class have joined forces with Starboard to offer a Formula One Design concept for the 2012 Olympic Games. The proposed equipment will be raced throughout 2008 at international events and championships; debuting at the Sines - Portugal Grand Prix from 6th to 10th May. Read what Svein Rasmussen has to say about his vision for the Olympics . . . ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 26/06/2008 21:12:17 An unmissable character from the windsurf world, specially where that concerns speed sailing, 3 times world speed record holder and Speedsailing Hall of Fame member Thierry Bielak is saying his farewells after years of appearing on the runs and roads for the RRD brand... ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 26/06/2008 21:06:55 This year's Allegro Cup is shaping up to be a "mega" event. Leba will host the 2008 European Championship with the Allegro Cup also designated a Formula Grand Prix and Grade 1 Formula Windsurfing World Ranking event. Organiser Piotr Jankowiak promises not only a great sporting event, but also a fantastic social occasion. Lots of action on and off the water! | |
Posted On: 26/06/2008 21:05:30 The Toro Andaluz ends with the Victory of Normen Gunzlein (JP/NP). A amazing start in the new season, in fantastic conditions, a great organization and perfect performances on the water. | |
Posted On: 26/06/2008 20:57:23 Sadly, no racing today - Day Four - so that's it for the Junior, Youth and Masters Europeans in Civitavecchia! Final results here. ......( more ) |  |
NoR for Sopot Worlds now published Posted On: 26/06/2008 20:56:24 The Notice of Race for the SOPOT Junior, Youth and Masters Festival of Windsurfing has now been published. This event includes the World Championships for Techno 6.8 and 7.8, Raceboard Youth and Raceboard Masters |  |
Posted On: 26/06/2008 20:48:29 TeamPryde's Antoine Albeau (FRA 192) has broken the world speed sailing record by 0.4 knots to set a new world record speed of 49.09 knots. ......( more ) |  |
Posted On: 26/06/2008 20:42:35 For the third year running Member National Associations are invited to nominate one event, open to all competitors, to count towards the IFCA World Ranking List for Slalom. Also for the first time MNAs are invited to nominate an additional event to count towards the new IFCA World Ranking List for Freestyle. |  |
Posted On: 26/06/2008 20:39:41 This season we will have 3 major events in Formula Experience: Pan American Cup Formula Experience in Brazil 6 to 9 November 2008; European Formula Experience in Bandol (France) 28 to 31 August 2008; World Formula Experience in Paracas (Peru) 28 December 2008 to 3 January 2009. |  |
Posted On: 26/06/2008 20:36:22 Lots of things have changed since the International Speed Windsurfing Class (ISWC) has become an official ISAF international class in May 2007. | |
Posted On: 26/06/2008 20:32:04 The Bay of Santa Pola will be the venue of the World Championship Formula Windsurfing to be held in September 2009 |  |
Posted On: 26/06/2008 20:23:23 The Notice of Race for the 2008 Festival has been published. Hosted by the Peruvian Windsurfing Association in Paracas, preparations are in full swing to deliver a truly memorable championship series. ......( more ) |  |
IWA President 2008 - Bruno de Wannemaeker Posted On: 26/06/2008 20:16:45 We start the new year with a new president of the IWA. We thank Paul Leone (Raceboard) for his leadership during 2007, and welcome Bruno de Wannemaeker (IFCA) into the chair. This is what Bruno had to say about his term in office - his aims and aspirations. |  |
