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- The Goya Surf Trainer is a lightweight children’s sail (1.0–5.5 square metres), featuring a flexible epoxy mast and thin spreaders designed for small hands.
- In testing, the 2.0-sq m rig demonstrated a smooth upwind run, early planing, stable forward momentum and plenty of room for manoeuvres.
- Available individually for 220 euros or as a complete set for 479 euros; for more advanced children, the Scion model is recommended as an upgrade.

Children’s rig: The Goya Surf Trainer put to the test

- Despite extreme conditions, Jenna Gibson and Matteo Iachino lead the Slalom X standings, just ahead of Lemeteyer and Mortefon respectively.
- In the women’s event, Lemeteyer is closing the gap after a broken mast, having secured two wins; behind her, De Jong, Davico and van der Veen are locked in a three-way battle for third place.
- In the men’s event, Mortefon has reduced the gap to 2.6 points with a victory in the final run; Prien climbs to third place, with the field closely bunched behind him.

PWA World Cup Fuerteventura: Iachino and Gibson remain in the lead, with Nico Prien in third place

- The Finals are raising the profile of stand-up paddleboarding as a competitive sport in Germany through live TV broadcasts.
- On 23 August 2026, Normen Weber defends his title in the 160-metre parallel sprint and celebrates his third consecutive Finals victory.
- The women’s heats in the SUP parallel sprint will start on Sunday at 10.22 am, with the final between the top two paddlers scheduled for 12.53 pm.

The 2026 Finals: Normen Weber wins the SUP sprint; the women’s event gets underway on Sunday

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- surf-Test 2026: Focus on waveboards around 85 litres, wave sails around 5.0 m² and freerace booms for large sails
- Waveboards from Flikka, Goya, JP, Patrik, Quatro, Severne, Starboard and We One as well as five pairs of wave sails are tested, among others
- In addition, numerous individual tests on sails, harnesses, neoprene, helmets, roof racks, GPS watches and accessories, collection is constantly being expanded

Windsurfing tests: An overview of all 2026 tests – boards, sails, booms and more for windsurfing

- In Pozo Izquierdo, around 30 women trained in the wave section alongside World Cup professionals such as Sarah-Quita Offringa and Daida Moreno.
- The aim of the initiative is to lower barriers to entry at challenging spots and to boost visibility and a sense of community within women’s windsurfing.
- In Sotavento, 25 women came together for the first freestyle event, organised in partnership with the René Egli Surf Centre and the PWA, in ideal conditions.

“Sail with the Pros”: Girls on Tour brings female windsurfers together in Pozo and Sotavento

- New wave projects, spectacular clips and drone footage showcase the latest high-performance trends in windsurfing, including at Pozo and Cloudbreak.  
- Videos feature legends and pros such as Robby Naish, Bernd Roediger, Philip Köster, Nico Prien and Fabi Wolf in action, along with personal insights.  
- Spot guides, road trips and behind-the-scenes vlogs provide information on top spots in Europe and Fiji, as well as on events such as indoor windsurfing and Defi Wind.

Post of the Day: Scotty Stallman tears it up on the straight

- Extremely tough conditions at Slalom X in Sotavento, with a chaotic course featuring strong winds, swell and choppy waves, and numerous crashes at the neck buoys.
- Jenna Gibson leads the women’s event by a clear margin of 2.1 points ahead of Lemeteyer; behind them is a tightly packed field featuring Van der Veen, Davico and De Jong.
- Matteo Iachino dominates the men’s event with two wins, with Mortefon and Frans lying in wait; young riders such as Lorho and Fortune are putting in impressive performances.

PWA World Cup Fuerteventura: Jenna Gibson and Matteo Iachino dominate the opening round of Slalom X

Windsurfing

- Early gliding is achieved with a large freeride board, inboard footstraps, correctly adjusted trapeze lines and a high boom position.  
- The three-point technique, with weight on the mast foot and the rear foot positioned centrally, allows you to step safely into the footstraps without breaking the glide.  
- Reduced sheet and luff tension, combined with powerful, whole-body pumping, lower the glide threshold in marginal wind conditions.

Planing technique: All the tips for your first plane on the shortboard

- Nose damage in windsurfing is usually caused by mast impact; protection is provided by nose protectors or mast deflection systems.
- Nose protectors range from expensive, lightweight carbon bonnets and GRP shells to inexpensive, self-adhesive or clip-on foam solutions.
- Surfbent and Unifibre nose protectors deflect the mast in front of the nose; holding on to the fork can further reduce the consequences of a skid.

Buying Guide: Nose Protectors – How to protect the nose of your board from impacts

- The guide features ten shallow-water spots on the North Sea and Baltic Sea, ideal for speed, manoeuvre training and freestyle in mostly shallow water.
- North Sea mudflat areas such as Büsum, Norderney, Neuharlingersiel and Borkum offer world-class speed and freestyle spots, some of which are heavily dependent on the tides.
- Baltic Sea spots such as Salzhaff, Saaler Bodden, Maasholm, Schaproder Bodden and Großenbrode stand out for their good infrastructure, large shallow areas and wind windows.

Windsurfing spots: The best flat-water spots on the North Sea and the Baltic Sea

Rookie's topics

- Francesco Cappuzzo wins the FreeFly Slalom at the Gran Canaria GWA Wingfoil World Cup after three final races, ahead of Bastien Escofet and Tom Pansard.
- Nia Suardiaz defended her lead in strong winds of over 30 knots, dominated the women’s Super Final and won ahead of Kylie Belloeuvre and Enoha Laurent.
- Following Gran Canaria, the Surf Freestyle competitions and the tour final will take place on Fuerteventura, where the world championship titles will be decided.

GWA Wingfoil Tour: Cappuzzo wins the FreeFly Slalom in Gran Canaria

- The Naish Hatch V2 has been completely redesigned with a focus on stability, durability and a more robust profile for better wind penetration.  
- Nitinol profile rods and stiff, water-repellent nylon are designed to ensure shape retention, durability and clean, predictable power delivery.  
- An ergonomic bar and a retractable harness line system are designed to improve handling, control, stowability and reduce line tangles.

Naish Hatch V2 introduces the second generation of the Parawing concept

- Numerous clips show spectacular jumps, crashes and new tricks from the wingfoil scene, such as double flips, backmobes and Superman moves.  
- Several articles focus on risks and extreme situations: shark attacks, near-collisions with boats, falls in big waves, and experiments on ice and in the dunes.  
- Content ranges from creative projects and equipment ideas to inclusion, the promotion of women and up-and-coming talent in international wingfoiling.

Wingsurf World: Frontside 2160 – A whirlwind for Benjamin Castenskiold

- Gran Canaria is hosting the GWA Wingfoil World Cup for the third time, featuring surf freestyle and the start of the FreeFly slalom season in El Burrero.  
- In the men’s event, Castenskiold, Acherer, Makana, Vuillermet, MacDonald, Guénolé and Loch are leading the tight title race in surf freestyle.  
- In the women’s events, Schlittenbauer and Suardiaz are locked in a battle for the titles in surf freestyle and FreeFly slalom, with Suardiaz chasing the double.

GWA Wingfoil Tour: Surf Freestyle and FreeFly Slalom in Gran Canaria

Wingsurfing

- Couples should not teach each other how to wingfoil, to avoid conflicts; neutral instructors are better accepted.  
- According to Rebekka, women learn more cautiously and analytically, whilst men act more quickly but are sometimes less attentive.  
- A common mistake made by beginners is buying boards that are too small; it’s recommended to opt for more volume initially to ensure faster progress.

Learning to wingfoil as a couple: “Men just do it, women think it through”

- The guide features numerous Danish campsites situated right next to surf spots, within easy reach of the North Sea and the Baltic Sea.
- The spots mainly offer shallow, flat-water areas, some with moderate to powerful waves for windsurfers, kitesurfers and wingfoilers.
- Many sites have surf schools, equipment hire and family-friendly facilities, allowing you to go ‘straight from bed to board’ in various wind directions.

Camping tips: Campsites for surfers – from bed to board in Denmark

- High numbers of visitors to top spots in summer lead to a shortage of parking, accommodation and space on the water; alternative spots are becoming more attractive.  
- Alternative windsurfing and wingfoil spots in Denmark, Croatia, Spain, Norway, Italy, Greece and Germany are highlighted.  
- Many of these areas offer a quieter atmosphere, with some featuring flat water or wave conditions, often with basic facilities and, in some cases, great potential for exploration.

Local tips: Alternative spots without the crowds – here’s where you can avoid the holiday traffic

- From July to December, the north-east of Brazil enjoys very consistent wind conditions, with the strongest winds occurring from September to November.  
- At Christmas and in January, the wind is 5–8 knots weaker, but remains very reliable at 11–25 knots, depending on the spot.  
- The rainy season usually brings short showers and cloudy conditions; prolonged lulls are rare, spots are less crowded and waves are often bigger.

Winter destination: Jeri and Brazil during the rainy season – in the right place at the wrong time?

Spots & areas

- Three new 12’6’’ touring iSUPs from Duotone, NSP and Starboard cover short to long distances, ranging from manoeuvrable to sporty.  
- Touring boards are divided into sporty (28–30") and comfort-oriented (30–34") models; wider models up to 36" are designed for expeditions and offer high stability.  
- The Duotone Raven, NSP Touring LT and Starboard Touring One vary in weight, width, features, pack size and price (529–699 euros, some including a paddle).

New models: Three 12’6’’ Touring iSUPs put to the test

- Over 70 SUP paddlers took part in the second Seven Towers SUPRace around Lübeck’s Old Town island, with safety provided by THW and DLRG boats.
- Normen Weber won the men’s 10 km long-distance race, whilst Oda Diestel took the women’s title; seven competitors qualified for the 2026 final.
- The race is part of the Nordic SUP League, attracted a large crowd and received positive feedback, with numerous athletes announcing their intention to return in 2027.

SUP race around the old town: Over 70 paddlers take part in the Seven Towers SUP Race in Lübeck

- The Starboard Touring 12'6" x 30" offers high-quality welded-seam construction, low weight and a sporty touring shape at a reduced package price.  
- The features and accessories have been deliberately kept simple (just a luggage net, a lighter pump, fewer carry handles and a lightweight recycled leash).  
- On the water, the board impresses with its rapid acceleration, good straight-line stability, sporty handling and a sturdy carbon-composite paddle.

Starboard Touring One 12'6" x 30" review: A sporty touring board at an attractive package price.

- The TallTwin is a wave SUP with a longboard outline and twin-fin tail, designed for intermediate to advanced SUP surfers.  
- The twin-fin setup and channel in the hull are designed to combine speed, directional stability, fast turns and stability when riding the nose.  
- Four sizes (9’0”–9’8”) and two construction types (Carbon Reflex, XTEC Carbon); optional Nubster for greater grip and control; three gold medals at the 2025 Triple Crown.

Wave SUP: The Starboard TallTwin features longboard DNA and twin fins

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Children’s rig
The Goya Surf Trainer put to the test

PWA World Cup Fuerteventura
Iachino and Gibson remain in the lead, with Nico Prien in third place

The 2026 Finals
Normen Weber wins the SUP sprint; the women’s event gets underway on Sunday

Most read articles

Windsurfing

Windsurfing tests
An overview of all 2026 tests – boards, sails, booms and more for windsurfing

“Sail with the Pros”
Girls on Tour brings female windsurfers together in Pozo and Sotavento

Post of the Day
Scotty Stallman tears it up on the straight

PWA World Cup Fuerteventura
Jenna Gibson and Matteo Iachino dominate the opening round of Slalom X

Rookie's topics

Planing technique
All the tips for your first plane on the shortboard

Buying Guide
Nose Protectors – How to protect the nose of your board from impacts

Windsurfing spots
The best flat-water spots on the North Sea and the Baltic Sea

Wingsurfing

GWA Wingfoil Tour
Cappuzzo wins the FreeFly Slalom in Gran Canaria

Naish Hatch V2 introduces the second generation of the Parawing concept

Wingsurf World
Frontside 2160 – A whirlwind for Benjamin Castenskiold

GWA Wingfoil Tour
Surf Freestyle and FreeFly Slalom in Gran Canaria

Spots & areas

Learning to wingfoil as a couple
“Men just do it, women think it through”

Camping tips
Campsites for surfers – from bed to board in Denmark

Local tips
Alternative spots without the crowds – here’s where you can avoid the holiday traffic

Winter destination
Jeri and Brazil during the rainy season – in the right place at the wrong time?

SUP

New models
Three 12’6’’ Touring iSUPs put to the test

SUP race around the old town
Over 70 paddlers take part in the Seven Towers SUP Race in Lübeck

Starboard Touring One 12'6" x 30" review
A sporty touring board at an attractive package price.

Wave SUP
The Starboard TallTwin features longboard DNA and twin fins

SURF - Europe's largest windsurfing magazine

Children’s rigThe Goya Surf Trainer put to the test

PWA World Cup FuerteventuraIachino and Gibson remain in the lead, with Nico Prien in third place

The 2026 FinalsNormen Weber wins the SUP sprint; the women’s event gets underway on Sunday

Most read articles

Windsurfing

Windsurfing testsAn overview of all 2026 tests – boards, sails, booms and more for windsurfing

“Sail with the Pros”Girls on Tour brings female windsurfers together in Pozo and Sotavento

Post of the DayScotty Stallman tears it up on the straight

PWA World Cup FuerteventuraJenna Gibson and Matteo Iachino dominate the opening round of Slalom X

Rookie's topics

Planing techniqueAll the tips for your first plane on the shortboard

Buying GuideNose Protectors – How to protect the nose of your board from impacts

Windsurfing spotsThe best flat-water spots on the North Sea and the Baltic Sea

Wingsurfing

GWA Wingfoil TourCappuzzo wins the FreeFly Slalom in Gran Canaria

Naish Hatch V2 introduces the second generation of the Parawing concept

Wingsurf WorldFrontside 2160 – A whirlwind for Benjamin Castenskiold

GWA Wingfoil TourSurf Freestyle and FreeFly Slalom in Gran Canaria

Spots & areas

Learning to wingfoil as a couple“Men just do it, women think it through”

Camping tipsCampsites for surfers – from bed to board in Denmark

Local tipsAlternative spots without the crowds – here’s where you can avoid the holiday traffic

Winter destinationJeri and Brazil during the rainy season – in the right place at the wrong time?

SUP

New modelsThree 12’6’’ Touring iSUPs put to the test

SUP race around the old townOver 70 paddlers take part in the Seven Towers SUP Race in Lübeck

Starboard Touring One 12'6" x 30" reviewA sporty touring board at an attractive package price.

Wave SUPThe Starboard TallTwin features longboard DNA and twin fins

Children’s rig
The Goya Surf Trainer put to the test

PWA World Cup Fuerteventura
Iachino and Gibson remain in the lead, with Nico Prien in third place

The 2026 Finals
Normen Weber wins the SUP sprint; the women’s event gets underway on Sunday

Windsurfing tests
An overview of all 2026 tests – boards, sails, booms and more for windsurfing

“Sail with the Pros”
Girls on Tour brings female windsurfers together in Pozo and Sotavento

Post of the Day
Scotty Stallman tears it up on the straight

PWA World Cup Fuerteventura
Jenna Gibson and Matteo Iachino dominate the opening round of Slalom X

Planing technique
All the tips for your first plane on the shortboard

Buying Guide
Nose Protectors – How to protect the nose of your board from impacts

Windsurfing spots
The best flat-water spots on the North Sea and the Baltic Sea

GWA Wingfoil Tour
Cappuzzo wins the FreeFly Slalom in Gran Canaria

Wingsurf World
Frontside 2160 – A whirlwind for Benjamin Castenskiold

GWA Wingfoil Tour
Surf Freestyle and FreeFly Slalom in Gran Canaria

Learning to wingfoil as a couple
“Men just do it, women think it through”

Camping tips
Campsites for surfers – from bed to board in Denmark

Local tips
Alternative spots without the crowds – here’s where you can avoid the holiday traffic

Winter destination
Jeri and Brazil during the rainy season – in the right place at the wrong time?

New models
Three 12’6’’ Touring iSUPs put to the test

SUP race around the old town
Over 70 paddlers take part in the Seven Towers SUP Race in Lübeck

Starboard Touring One 12'6" x 30" review
A sporty touring board at an attractive package price.

Wave SUP
The Starboard TallTwin features longboard DNA and twin fins