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- Following a delayed start due to shifting winds and seaweed, winds of 12–17 knots in the afternoon allowed racing to get underway in Hvide Sande.
- Jenna Gibson leads the women’s standings after four races with three wins, ahead of Justine Lemeteyer and Mae Davico; van den Veen and Philip are in the top five.
- In the men’s event, Brendan Lorho leads after two elimination rounds, ahead of Anton Richter and Taty Frans; Hanemaaijer and Nico Prien round off the top five.

IFCA Fin Slalom European Championships: Lorho and Gibson in the lead, Richter in second place

- At the 2026 iQFOiL World Championships in Weymouth, European champions Tamar Steinberg and Luuc van Opzeeland lead the overall standings after the first day.
- Steinberg won all four women’s races, with Bilger and Gysler in second and third place respectively; Steinlein is eleventh, Meyer 42nd and Schleicher 53rd.
- In the men’s field, after four upwind sprints, four athletes are level on points; van Opzeeland leads on tie-break, whilst Friemel is the highest-placed German in 40th place.

iQFOiL World Championships: Steinberg and van Opzeeland lead after the opening round

- Major crashes and spectacular manoeuvres at Slalom X Fuerte, the Freestyle World Cup, Pozo and Cloudbreak are defining the current windsurfing scene.  
- Profiles, vlogs and clips offer insights into projects, spots, equipment tests, and the lives and training routines of numerous professional windsurfers.  
- Videos showcase the fascination of windsurfing, from night-time foiling to retro board tests, and highlight the diversity of speed, wave, freestyle and wipeouts.

Post of the Day: Free flight with the iQFOiL

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- Neubauer is currently dominating the Freestyle Tour, made a breakthrough in the wave discipline in 2024 and finished fourth in Tenerife.  
- He uses fear as a warning signal, turns pressure into motivation and aims to push the sport forward with new tricks.  
- In the long term, he is aiming for the wave world title and the full wave tour; on Sylt, however, his own performance is his main priority.

An interview with Lennart Neubauer: “I want to become world wave champion”

- Vincent Valkenaers wins the Summer Edition with a speed of 88.74 km/h; La Palme is the fastest spot and produces four of the nine category winners.
- Heidi Ulrich takes the women’s title, whilst various age and junior categories, as well as the foil and wing disciplines, are decided by narrow margins.
- The Challenge features participants from 14 nations; ‘The Third’, the final stage of the 2026 Dunkerbeck Speed Challenge, will take place from 1 October to 30 November.

Speed surfing: Vincent Valkenaers wins the “Summer Edition” of the Dunkerbeck Speed Challenge

- 187 athletes from 41 nations will compete for the iQFOiL World Championship titles in Weymouth from 6 to 12 September 2026, including the Open and U23 categories.  
- Defending champions Andy Brown and Emma Wilson will face a top-class field comprising Olympic gold medallists, European champions and talented U23 hopefuls.  
- With its changeable September weather, Olympic heritage and fan zone, Weymouth is considered the ideal venue for intense, spectacular foiling races.

iQFOiL: The 2026 iQFOiL World Championships will take place in Weymouth

- Windsurfer Weronika Lato is fighting her way back onto her board following aggressive bone cancer and radical pelvic surgery, with the help of intensive rehabilitation.  
- Filmmaker Max Brinnich follows her for a year, chronicling her open approach to her diagnosis and the development of a deep friendship.  
- Windsurfing remains the very essence of Weronika’s identity and her driving force, giving her new strength, inspiring sporting goals and leading to the establishment of a charity for children who have had bone cancer.

A return to windsurfing after bone cancer: Weronika Lato and Max Brinnich on “Reborn on water”

Windsurfing

- Standing areas offer shallow, mostly shallow water, low swell and a high level of safety for beginners and intermediates in windsurfing.  
- The spots presented range from inland areas and Baltic Sea bays to Caribbean and Egyptian lagoons, some of which have a year-round wind season.  
- Many spots have surf schools, hire centres, campsites or resorts, making surf sessions convenient and logistically simple.

Shallow-water paradises: Ten spots for standing and enjoying yourself whilst learning

- The position of the trapeze lines must be adjusted to suit the sail’s centre of pressure and depends on sail size, trim, wind strength and body weight.  
- Distance between the lines: close together for agile sailing (for experienced riders), medium for freeriders/wave riders, and wide apart for high stability and suitable for beginners.  
- Longer trapeze lines (24–32 inches depending on body height) improve control and planing, but require a higher-mounted boom.

Guide: How to adjust your trapeze ropes correctly

- Stepping into the rear loop often fails due to incorrect loop position; beginners should use the front, inner plug rows.  
- Incorrectly adjusted loop size makes it difficult to get in; foot should slide in far, toes visible on the inside, lateral hold secured.  
- The choice of course makes it easier to get on the board: in light winds, tack slightly upwind, in strong winds tack to windward for more control.

Riding technique: How to get into the foot straps safely

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- The Heineken Jibe is a jibe variation for wing foiling that offers advantages over the standard jibe, particularly in light winds.  
- It prevents the wing from being ‘choked off’, as airflow continues to flow over the leading edge and the wing is not ‘choked off’ when sailing downwind.  
- Key points: build up speed, check the space to leeward, keep the wing neutral overhead, pull it outwards and ride with a constant turning radius.

How to: Heineken Jibe – a casual jibe, even in light winds

- The Chimera 2027 is a multifunctional foilboard designed for wing, surf, downwind, tow-in and foil drive, all in one shape.  
- Eight volume options ranging from 40 to 130 litres allow for precise adaptation to weight, skill level and intended use.  
- A compact, manoeuvrable shape with enhanced stability, specially optimised for parawinging and a shorter learning curve.

New all-rounder: Naish Chimera 2027 – A board for a wide range of foil disciplines

- Duotone has updated the Freeride Wing Unit 2027 with a shorter strut, a new profile distribution and a revised window layout for improved visibility.
- The front tube diameter remains the same in smaller sizes to ensure low-end power, whilst the shorter strut reduces swing weight and improves handling.
- The range comprises the Unit, Unit SLS and Unit D/Lab, with Aluula variants; the Fusion system allows for either a boom or handle setup, though handles are not included.

Wings 2027: New Unit Wing – Duotone focuses on lightweight construction and responsiveness

- The “Send it Wingfoil Clash” will take place on Fehmarn from 25–27 September 2026, featuring youth categories (U12–U19) and open women’s and men’s competitions.  
- The focus is on promoting young talent, a new overall impression scoring system, 30 trophies, prize money and additional special prizes.  
- Talent scouts and brands will be on site looking for up-and-coming talent; an alternative programme in the event of calm conditions will include e-foil trials, pumpfoil sessions and a possible riders’ dinner.

Wingfoil freestyle in a new format: “Send it Wingfoil Clash” on Fehmarn – women and girls wanted

Wingsurfing

- In the summer of 2026, the North Sea and the Baltic Sea were almost 1 °C warmer than usual; at 15.6 °C, the North Sea recorded its fifth-warmest summer since 1997.  
- Off Heligoland, there were already 66 days of marine heatwaves in 2026; new record highs were recorded, particularly in the southern North Sea and the English Channel.  
- Warmer seas are altering habitats, driving species shifts, causing algal blooms and oxygen depletion, contributing to sea-level rise and exacerbating climate change.

BSH: The North Sea and the Baltic Sea will be significantly too warm in the summer of 2026

- Ostholstein offers a variety of windsurfing spots between Dazendorf and Niendorf, with flat water, bump-and-jump and wave conditions.  
- Heiligenhafen and Großenbrode are regarded as ideal bases in the region thanks to the high likelihood of wind and the variety of spots available.  
- The region is well-developed for tourism, with numerous campsites, accommodation options, surf schools and alternative activities for when the wind is calm.

Spotguide for Ostholstein and the Bay of Lübeck: The best windsurfing spots between Dazendorf and Pelzerhaken

- The family travelled to Mauritius at the height of winter, contrary to the usual recommendations, and found very good windsurfing conditions almost every day.  
- In addition to windsurfing, they used tropical forests, national parks, animal reserves and beaches to organise windless days.  
- In Le Morne, the lagoon offered stronger winds, clean waves and a warm climate, but with challenging conditions outside the lagoon.

Travel: Mauritius in winter? Much better than its reputation suggests

- 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

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- Inflatable SUPs are light, cheap, easy to transport, suitable for families, versatile, but somewhat less powerful and less durable.
- Hardboards are faster, more durable, more stable and ideal for waves and sporty touring, but are more expensive, heavier and require more storage and transport.
- For families and all-round use, iSUPs are more suitable; for sporty touring on the lake/sea, hardboards offer more efficiency but require more logistics.

SUP Buying Guide: 5 reasons to choose a hardboard and 2 deal-breakers against it

- Autumn is still a good time for SUP, as there are often still sunny days and relatively mild water and air temperatures.  
- Clothing: from dry suits and neoprene shoes to shorts with a warm top; always carry a change of clothes in a waterproof bag.  
- Important safety tips: get on the board without getting wet; only use a leash on lakes; choose sunny routes; be aware of the wind; and paddle during the warmest part of the day.

Paddling in autumn: SUP tips for the best way to round off the season

- Small bulges in an iSUP are usually not a cause for concern and are often already present when the board is new, but are frequently only noticed at a later stage.  
- This is caused by a hole cut during the fitting of the valve or mast foot, which severs the drop-stitch threads and creates a bulge on the opposite side.  
- Manufacturers sometimes conceal these production-related, purely cosmetic flaws by positioning fin boxes or towing eyes in the relevant spot.

SUP, windsurf and wingfoil boards: this is what causes the bubble or bulge in an inflatable board

- GunSails presents the GUST helmet (480 g, CE EN 1385, S–XL, €42.90) with a 360° fit system, ventilation and removable ear protectors.
- The Impact Flex impact protection vest (€87.90) is optimised for hip harnesses, with a side zip, segmented shock pads and light thermal insulation.
- The Impact Plus (€89.90) offers full-length shock pads, extensive upper-body protection, a front zip, buoyancy and thermal insulation for a variety of water sports.

Helmets and impact-resistant vests: New safety products from GunSails

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IFCA Fin Slalom European Championships
Lorho and Gibson in the lead, Richter in second place

iQFOiL World Championships
Steinberg and van Opzeeland lead after the opening round

Post of the Day
Free flight with the iQFOiL

Most read articles

Windsurfing

An interview with Lennart Neubauer
“I want to become world wave champion”

Speed surfing
Vincent Valkenaers wins the “Summer Edition” of the Dunkerbeck Speed Challenge

iQFOiL
The 2026 iQFOiL World Championships will take place in Weymouth

A return to windsurfing after bone cancer
Weronika Lato and Max Brinnich on “Reborn on water”

Rookie's topics

Shallow-water paradises
Ten spots for standing and enjoying yourself whilst learning

Guide
How to adjust your trapeze ropes correctly

Riding technique
How to get into the foot straps safely

Wingsurfing

How to
Heineken Jibe – a casual jibe, even in light winds

New all-rounder
Naish Chimera 2027 – A board for a wide range of foil disciplines

Wings 2027
New Unit Wing – Duotone focuses on lightweight construction and responsiveness

Wingfoil freestyle in a new format
“Send it Wingfoil Clash” on Fehmarn – women and girls wanted

Spots & areas

BSH
The North Sea and the Baltic Sea will be significantly too warm in the summer of 2026

Spotguide for Ostholstein and the Bay of Lübeck
The best windsurfing spots between Dazendorf and Pelzerhaken

Travel
Mauritius in winter? Much better than its reputation suggests

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

SUP

SUP Buying Guide
5 reasons to choose a hardboard and 2 deal-breakers against it

Paddling in autumn
SUP tips for the best way to round off the season

SUP, windsurf and wingfoil boards
This is what causes the bubble or bulge in an inflatable board

Helmets and impact-resistant vests
New safety products from GunSails

SURF - Europe's largest windsurfing magazine

IFCA Fin Slalom European ChampionshipsLorho and Gibson in the lead, Richter in second place

iQFOiL World ChampionshipsSteinberg and van Opzeeland lead after the opening round

Post of the DayFree flight with the iQFOiL

Most read articles

Windsurfing

An interview with Lennart Neubauer“I want to become world wave champion”

Speed surfingVincent Valkenaers wins the “Summer Edition” of the Dunkerbeck Speed Challenge

iQFOiLThe 2026 iQFOiL World Championships will take place in Weymouth

A return to windsurfing after bone cancerWeronika Lato and Max Brinnich on “Reborn on water”

Rookie's topics

Shallow-water paradisesTen spots for standing and enjoying yourself whilst learning

GuideHow to adjust your trapeze ropes correctly

Riding techniqueHow to get into the foot straps safely

Wingsurfing

How toHeineken Jibe – a casual jibe, even in light winds

New all-rounderNaish Chimera 2027 – A board for a wide range of foil disciplines

Wings 2027New Unit Wing – Duotone focuses on lightweight construction and responsiveness

Wingfoil freestyle in a new format“Send it Wingfoil Clash” on Fehmarn – women and girls wanted

Spots & areas

BSHThe North Sea and the Baltic Sea will be significantly too warm in the summer of 2026

Spotguide for Ostholstein and the Bay of LübeckThe best windsurfing spots between Dazendorf and Pelzerhaken

TravelMauritius in winter? Much better than its reputation suggests

Camping tipsCampsites for surfers – from bed to board in Denmark

SUP

SUP Buying Guide5 reasons to choose a hardboard and 2 deal-breakers against it

Paddling in autumnSUP tips for the best way to round off the season

SUP, windsurf and wingfoil boardsThis is what causes the bubble or bulge in an inflatable board

Helmets and impact-resistant vestsNew safety products from GunSails

IFCA Fin Slalom European Championships
Lorho and Gibson in the lead, Richter in second place

iQFOiL World Championships
Steinberg and van Opzeeland lead after the opening round

Post of the Day
Free flight with the iQFOiL

An interview with Lennart Neubauer
“I want to become world wave champion”

Speed surfing
Vincent Valkenaers wins the “Summer Edition” of the Dunkerbeck Speed Challenge

iQFOiL
The 2026 iQFOiL World Championships will take place in Weymouth

A return to windsurfing after bone cancer
Weronika Lato and Max Brinnich on “Reborn on water”

Shallow-water paradises
Ten spots for standing and enjoying yourself whilst learning

Guide
How to adjust your trapeze ropes correctly

Riding technique
How to get into the foot straps safely

How to
Heineken Jibe – a casual jibe, even in light winds

New all-rounder
Naish Chimera 2027 – A board for a wide range of foil disciplines

Wings 2027
New Unit Wing – Duotone focuses on lightweight construction and responsiveness

Wingfoil freestyle in a new format
“Send it Wingfoil Clash” on Fehmarn – women and girls wanted

BSH
The North Sea and the Baltic Sea will be significantly too warm in the summer of 2026

Spotguide for Ostholstein and the Bay of Lübeck
The best windsurfing spots between Dazendorf and Pelzerhaken

Travel
Mauritius in winter? Much better than its reputation suggests

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

SUP Buying Guide
5 reasons to choose a hardboard and 2 deal-breakers against it

Paddling in autumn
SUP tips for the best way to round off the season

SUP, windsurf and wingfoil boards
This is what causes the bubble or bulge in an inflatable board

Helmets and impact-resistant vests
New safety products from GunSails