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- Goya Air 7 (92 l) is a modern, radical, finely balanced freestyle board with a complete carbon construction and new outline.
- Very good control, smooth running and easy planing, with a 21 mm MFC fin and trimmable US box for variable grip and a loose feel.
- Reactive, thinner tail with strong pop for double moves; pointed nose provides security for hard landings, but requires familiarisation when sliding.

Freestyleboards 2026: Testing the new Goya Air 7

- Long-distance windsurfing requires basic fitness, especially grip strength and stamina, but remains feasible for hobby surfers.  
- Preparation with long strokes, control-orientated choice of equipment, careful trimming and safe foil/fin decisions are crucial.  
- Racing success depends on starting position, timing, defensive tactics at buoy 1, consistent riding and sufficient regeneration after the race.

Defi Wind, One Hour and Co.: The ideal preparation for long-distance races

- Foil Lock from Surfinlock secures the board and foil by inserting it into the foil mounting rail and locking it with a safety cable.
- The system conceals the mast plate screws, is adjustable in length and height and compatible with standard foil systems up to 215 mm mast plate length.
- Made from saltwater-resistant stainless steel, prices: €44.90 (Foil Lock only) or €64.90 with Looplock Cable, available from the manufacturer's shop.

Security: Foil Lock from Surfinlock - theft protection for boards & foils

- Surf-Festival 2026 powered by SALITOS offers equipment tests, German Freestyle Battles, Racer of the Sea and the boot Pumpfoil Challenge.  
- Everyman regatta "Racer of the Sea" is aiming for a record 100 participants, registration required in advance.  
- Supporting programme with yoga, Bundeswehr running club, blackroll exercises, breakfast, workshops, coaching sessions and free surfing courses.

Racer of the Sea, German Freestyle Battles, boot Pumpfoil Challenge: the sports highlights at the 2026 Surf Festival powered by SALITOS

- Windsurfing pro Michele Becker finally ends his career after a one-year break due to persistent back problems.  
- The birth of his first child in 2025 shifts his priorities; professional sport and fatherhood do not seem compatible to him.  
- Becker was an internationally successful foil specialist and is receiving widespread support from his family, friends and main sponsor as he retires.

Foil specialist retires: Michele Becker ends career as a professional windsurfer

- Mid-range SUP paddle with 663 g, thin 26 mm shaft, bamboo blade (100 inch²) and length adjustment from 170.5 to 222 cm.  
- Clean, splash-free penetration, stable pull, comfortable cushioning, low swing weight, playful during manoeuvres.  
- Suitable for all-round and comfortable touring, noticeably softer than the Carbon 100 Slim for very sporty, high-frequency use.

SUP paddle test: Duotone Bamboo Carbon 60 Slim - thin, light & comfortable

- Surf Festival 2026 from 14-17 May with new partner SALITOS, large stage, giant screen, drinks and daily prize draws.  
- Test centre enables material tests from all well-known manufacturers; registration on site with ID, test card for borrowing from exhibitors.  
- Supporting programme with Bauck Mühle breakfast, HiFly festival shirt, food trucks, DJs, silent disco, workshops, coaching sessions, regattas and surf courses.

Preview: These highlights await you at the 2026 Surf Festival powered by SALITOS

- Živa Batis, 20, from Slovenia, combines a degree in bioinformatics with a burgeoning freestyle windsurfing career and top placings in the World Cup.
- Her focus is on constant training, new power moves and more competitions, while at the same time planning a van life between studying and touring.
- Supported by family and sponsors such as Peniboards, Recharge.si, GunSails and Dr Schär, she is aiming for a professional life in windsurfing while pursuing a research career.

Freestyle newcomer: Who is Živa Batis?

- First Girls on Tour Camp 2026 successfully completed, training from first jibes to body drags in variable wind conditions.
- Six more camps and events are planned for Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Tenerife and Brouwersdam by September 2026.
- The concept combines windsurfing training for beginners and advanced surfers with community spirit and shared experiences.

Girls on Tour gets off to a successful start: the season continues with five more camps

- Sjø helmet remains soft and flexible thanks to Kevlar, only hardens on impact and feels more like a cap.
- The helmet is very light (280 g dry, 320 g wet) and offers a high level of protection according to DIN certificates and Virginia Tech ratings.
- Adjustable straps and magnetic fastening ensure a good fit, but require a little patience; limited manoeuvrability under a hoodie.

Water sports helmet: Soft helmet with Kevlar from Sjø Protection put to the test

- The Harry Nass Centre in Hurghada will close on 25.09.2026 due to changes in hotel plans and unfavourable new location requirements.  
- The hotel intends to restructure the beach as part of its conversion into a Mövenpick hotel, while water access for the centre remains unresolved.  
- Harry Nass is actively looking for a new location, is aiming to improve the offer and expects a new opening in spring 2027 at the earliest.

Travel to Hurhgada: Harry Nass Centre closes on 25.9.2026

- Continuous panel layout in Boost and Manic reduces seam stress; both with carbon threads, long protector and two clew eyelets close together.  
- Boost: predefined profile, stable power, large wind range, lots of drive in unpressurised waves, supports powerful style, but not lightweight and little off.  
- Manic: flatter, agile profile, more technical planing, more off and surf feeling on the wave, more playful and neutral, also suitable for freestyle.

Wave sail 2026: GA Sails Manic and Boost in comparison - strong or soft?

- Team Germany wins the Rip Curl Nations Trophy on Europe Day 2026 in the O 2 SURFTOWN MUC with a 5:3 victory over defending champion Spain.
- The event with eight nations in the 180-metre wave pool uses four wave settings and a nations format with head-to-head heats.
- Around 5,500 spectators experience the competition, festival supporting programme and after-party; team surfing establishes itself as its own format.

Surfing in Munich's wave pool: Team Germany wins Rip Curl Nations Trophy 2026 on Europe Day

- Thanks to its mild climate, trade winds and varied coastline, Tenerife offers a wide range of conditions for various board sports all year round.  
- El Médano is an international centre for windsurfing and kitesurfing; the north/north-west offers powerful waves, while the south offers more moderate spots for beginners.  
- Major events include the Las Américas Pro surf festival and the Windsurf Grand Slam; the whale sanctuary between Teno and Rasca allows for respectful wildlife watching.

Place to be: Tenerife - a year-round destination with character

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Freestyleboards 2026
Testing the new Goya Air 7

Defi Wind, One Hour and Co.
The ideal preparation for long-distance races

Security
Foil Lock from Surfinlock - theft protection for boards & foils

Racer of the Sea, German Freestyle Battles, boot Pumpfoil Challenge
The sports highlights at the 2026 Surf Festival powered by SALITOS

Foil specialist retires
Michele Becker ends career as a professional windsurfer

SUP paddle test
Duotone Bamboo Carbon 60 Slim - thin, light & comfortable

Preview
These highlights await you at the 2026 Surf Festival powered by SALITOS

Freestyle newcomer
Who is Živa Batis?

Girls on Tour gets off to a successful start
The season continues with five more camps

Water sports helmet
Soft helmet with Kevlar from Sjø Protection put to the test

Travel to Hurhgada
Harry Nass Centre closes on 25.9.2026

Wave sail 2026
GA Sails Manic and Boost in comparison - strong or soft?

Surfing in Munich's wave pool
Team Germany wins Rip Curl Nations Trophy 2026 on Europe Day

Place to be
Tenerife - a year-round destination with character

Messages

Freestyleboards 2026Testing the new Goya Air 7

Defi Wind, One Hour and Co.The ideal preparation for long-distance races

SecurityFoil Lock from Surfinlock - theft protection for boards & foils

Racer of the Sea, German Freestyle Battles, boot Pumpfoil ChallengeThe sports highlights at the 2026 Surf Festival powered by SALITOS

Foil specialist retiresMichele Becker ends career as a professional windsurfer

SUP paddle testDuotone Bamboo Carbon 60 Slim - thin, light & comfortable

PreviewThese highlights await you at the 2026 Surf Festival powered by SALITOS

Freestyle newcomerWho is Živa Batis?

Girls on Tour gets off to a successful startThe season continues with five more camps

Water sports helmetSoft helmet with Kevlar from Sjø Protection put to the test

Travel to HurhgadaHarry Nass Centre closes on 25.9.2026

Wave sail 2026GA Sails Manic and Boost in comparison - strong or soft?

Surfing in Munich's wave poolTeam Germany wins Rip Curl Nations Trophy 2026 on Europe Day

Place to beTenerife - a year-round destination with character

Freestyleboards 2026
Testing the new Goya Air 7

Defi Wind, One Hour and Co.
The ideal preparation for long-distance races

Security
Foil Lock from Surfinlock - theft protection for boards & foils

Racer of the Sea, German Freestyle Battles, boot Pumpfoil Challenge
The sports highlights at the 2026 Surf Festival powered by SALITOS

Foil specialist retires
Michele Becker ends career as a professional windsurfer

SUP paddle test
Duotone Bamboo Carbon 60 Slim - thin, light & comfortable

Preview
These highlights await you at the 2026 Surf Festival powered by SALITOS

Freestyle newcomer
Who is Živa Batis?

Girls on Tour gets off to a successful start
The season continues with five more camps

Water sports helmet
Soft helmet with Kevlar from Sjø Protection put to the test

Travel to Hurhgada
Harry Nass Centre closes on 25.9.2026

Wave sail 2026
GA Sails Manic and Boost in comparison - strong or soft?

Surfing in Munich's wave pool
Team Germany wins Rip Curl Nations Trophy 2026 on Europe Day

Place to be
Tenerife - a year-round destination with character