Windsurfing

- In the early 1990s, the surfing industry reduced its use of CFCs; HiFly developed lighter, significantly less harmful boards, whilst Tiga and Bic continued to use CFCs.  
- A US special features numerous windsurfing spots from San Francisco via Baja California to Florida, Corpus Christi, Cape Hatteras, Cape Cod and River Gorge.  
- The French speed channel at Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer became a record-breaking mecca in the 1980s and 1990s, but lost its significance from 2007 onwards due to the new channel in Lüderitz.

A look back: The highlights from surf 4/1992

- With the Obi Pro, Goya has developed a minimalist, lightweight hip harness designed specifically for windsurfing, with a focus on comfort and durability.  
- Modular design with a fixed or adjustable hook option, Curv hardshell, 360° strap structure and a quick-release system on both sides for stability and safety.  
- The harness was tested for over a year in Maui, Hood River, Tarifa and other spots by team riders; ‘Obi’ refers to a Japanese belt, symbolising strength and simplicity.

Waist harness: “As small, slim and light as possible” – that’s how the Goya Obi Pro was developed

- The riders’ preparations for heats range from intense musical rituals to deliberately avoiding headphones and focusing on fun and calm.  
- Naxos 2024 is regarded by many as an outstanding stop on the tour: excellent conditions, an island atmosphere, a sense of community and defining moments in riders’ careers.  
- Memorable moments arise from a combination of conditions, successes, community, experiences at home spots and personal milestones.

What gets the pros going? FPT riders on music, mindset and favourite stops

- In 2027, Duotone will launch the Cosmic 3/4 (formerly Grip) waveboards, featuring D/LAB construction with reduced weight and new asymmetrical side fins.  
- The Super_Hero D/LAB wave sail offers a wide wind range, low sail weight, Carbon-X-Ply zones and welded panels instead of seams.  
- The Skate freestyle board will be available for the first time in D/LAB construction, whilst the Idol freestyle sail remains technically unchanged but features a new design and colourway.

New waveboards and more: Duotone launches in 2027 – Cosmic instead of Grip, Skate and Super Hero in D/LAB construction

- Exocet presents the RS V7 Carbon 380, a race board featuring a carbon sandwich construction, classic dimensions and a volume of 313 litres.  
- Optimised volume distribution and revised positions of the centreboard, mast foot and fin box are designed to accommodate different rider weights and course sections.  
- Pivot System centreboard, Deep Tuttle fin box, sail area 6.5–9.5 m², Raceboard Class approval; manufacturer’s price: 4,999 euros.

Raceboard: Exocet presents the RS V7 Carbon 380

- 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

Windsurf boards

- NCX 2026: a camberless freerace sail offering high control, low hold force requirements, high top speed and playful handling.  
- Construction: 7 battens, generous loose leech, robust monofilm, Dacron reinforcements, 4-pulley trim block (not compatible with Power.XT).  
- Ideal for fast, energy-efficient long runs; excellent control and top speed, particularly with an RDM mast up to size 7.2.

No Cam 2026 freeride sail: Testing the Severne NCX

- The Duotone X_Pace is a camberless freerace sail with seven battens, a lightweight design and a sporty, responsive feel.
- It offers excellent stability, a wide wind range, superb control and very good speed potential, particularly in strong winds.
- Its strengths are speed, stability of the pressure point and the quality of the materials; its weakness is the noticeable batten rotation; it also features an innovative luff-trimming system.

No Cam 2026 freeride sail: the Duotone X_Pace put to the test

- The Speedster Evo is a 4.25-kg camberless freerace sail featuring many World Cup elements and very light, sporty handling.  
- A blend of materials, including a ‘taffeta luff’, a lightweight mast pocket and a thinner monofilm at the top, provides a weight advantage but makes the sail more delicate.  
- Offers plenty of lift, excellent control, strong acceleration and very good jibing manoeuvrability across the entire wind range; weakness: thin mast pocket and top material.

No Cam 2026 freeride sail: Testing the NeilPryde Speedster Evo

Windsurfing sails

- Lightweight hard-shell hip harness with a minimalist design, available in six colours, with a choice of standard or sliding hooks, priced at 349 euros each.  
- Excellent freedom of movement and good back support thanks to the rigid shell, low weight and non-slip fit; low water absorption.  
- Very comfortable to wear, but a personal fitting is recommended; sizes XS to XL; a minor drawback: the straps need to be loosened to engage the quick-release fastener.

Hard-shell hip harness: the Goya Obi Pro put to the test

- The Goya Slim Base Pro is a very lightweight mast base (239 g) with a reduced number of parts, a low profile of 7.7 cm and a flat, edge-free design.
- A black TPU tendon with a central flex zone is designed to be more elastic, making assembly easier and relieving stress on the attachment points in areas prone to wear.
- An integrated, double-looped Dyneema safety line keeps the board and rig connected in the event of a tendon break; long-term testing will need to confirm its durability benefits.

Goya Slim Base Pro put to the test: The lightest mast base of all those tested by surf-Tests

- Aspect ratio is the ratio of the front wing’s wingspan to its area, and it influences lift, glide, control, manoeuvrability and the range of conditions in which the wing can be used.
- It is calculated as (wingspan²) : area; Values are manufacturer-specific and should therefore only be used as a guide, not as an exact comparative figure.
- Low-, mid-, high- and super-high-aspect foils differ in terms of lift, efficiency, speed, accessibility and suitability for different riding styles.

High, Mid & Low Aspect: What the aspect ratio means for foils and how it is calculated

Windsurfing accessories

- The MS-Fins Hyper uses air channels leading to outlets on the trailing edge to reduce edge vortices and low-pressure zones.  
- In tests, the Hyper fin, whilst the same size, offered lower drag and, at the same time, a more stable glide than the standard fin.  
- The design is based on flow analyses, Formula 1 inspiration (F-Duct) and intricately laminated tubes and channels within the fin.

MS-Fins Hyper: A high-end fin with air channels – an interview with developer Michael Still

- 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

- A wide range of windsurfing highlights: clips of foil action, freestyle, wave spots around the world and spectacular crashes at World Cups and Slalom X.
- Focus on new and daring manoeuvres: Shifty, No-handed Shifty, Double Pushloop, VoltWater and tight freestyle manoeuvres in lagoons.
- Insights into the scene and technique: surf trips, rider profiles, FPV drone footage, the board-shaping process and historical statistics from Sylt.

Post of the Day: Thomas Traversa – Chopped to pieces in slow motion

- Strong westerly winds and four course races have intensified the battle for the top ten ahead of the final day of qualifying at the iQFOiL World Championships in Weymouth.
- Tamar Steinberg dominates with three wins on the day, extending her lead to 44 net points; Israel also holds second place with Kantor.
- Noah Lyons narrowly takes the lead in the men’s event with 36 net points, ahead of Johan Søe and Nicolas Goyard; the top ten will compete in the final on Saturday.

iQFOiL World Championships: Lyons regains the lead, Steinberg in commanding form

- After six months of DIY conversion, Lisa’s windsurfing van is ready for action just in time for the World Cup, despite problems with materials and the electrics.  
- On Karpathos, the van proves its worth in everyday life: a large garage for windsurfing kit, an outdoor shower, a functional kitchen, a workspace and a well-ventilated bed.  
- After 45 days on Karpathos, she manages to make the move to Naxos despite the ferry chaos, where Lisa continues her training and uses the van on the next island.

“Lisa’s life” (Van Edition, Part 2): From fitting-out chaos to the World Cup podium – how Lisa Klosters’ windsurfing van became her home at 30 knots

Scene & Events

- Early planing requires active forward acceleration: keep your legs steady, shift your weight forwards, use the 70-30 pumping technique or an energy-saving fan-pumping technique.
- Rigging for greater planing power: high boom, ropes set further back and longer, RDM mast, stiff battens (especially the power batten), moderately tensioned luff.
- A larger, wider board, a large, thick fin and a correctly selected sail size improve early planing, control and course stability.

Riding technique: How to start gliding sooner – tips and tricks from Vincent Langer

- Strap position is often overlooked in windsurf foiling, but offers great potential for control and safety.
- A wider stance with the front strap moved forwards improves control in gusts and helps guide the bow during a jibe.
- If the board lifts off late, moving the rear strap back helps; if it lifts too much, the front strap should be moved forwards.

Strap position on a windsurf foil: Why not try it the wrong way round?

- The key technique is to bend your knees early before the bottom turn to build drive and stay close to the wave face.  
- Aerials are achieved by riding flat, parallel lines to the wave, using the ‘high-five’ technique and body tension to harness the wave for the pop.  
- Equipment and sail tuning (fin set-ups, mast foot position, clew eye) helps to generate more lift, drive and speed for aerials, especially in light winds.

Tutorial: Aerials & Wave Riding – the best tips for action on the Baltic Sea

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Windsurfing

A look back
The highlights from surf 4/1992

Waist harness
“As small, slim and light as possible” – that’s how the Goya Obi Pro was developed

What gets the pros going? FPT riders on music, mindset and favourite stops

Windsurf boards

New waveboards and more
Duotone launches in 2027 – Cosmic instead of Grip, Skate and Super Hero in D/LAB construction

Raceboard
Exocet presents the RS V7 Carbon 380

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

Windsurfing sails

No Cam 2026 freeride sail
Testing the Severne NCX

No Cam 2026 freeride sail
The Duotone X_Pace put to the test

No Cam 2026 freeride sail
Testing the NeilPryde Speedster Evo

Windsurfing accessories

Hard-shell hip harness
The Goya Obi Pro put to the test

Goya Slim Base Pro put to the test
The lightest mast base of all those tested by surf-Tests

High, Mid & Low Aspect
What the aspect ratio means for foils and how it is calculated

MS-Fins Hyper
A high-end fin with air channels – an interview with developer Michael Still

Helmets and impact-resistant vests
New safety products from GunSails

Scene & Events

Post of the Day
Thomas Traversa – Chopped to pieces in slow motion

iQFOiL World Championships
Lyons regains the lead, Steinberg in commanding form

“Lisa’s life” (Van Edition, Part 2)
From fitting-out chaos to the World Cup podium – how Lisa Klosters’ windsurfing van became her home at 30 knots

How to

Riding technique
How to start gliding sooner – tips and tricks from Vincent Langer

Strap position on a windsurf foil
Why not try it the wrong way round?

Tutorial
Aerials & Wave Riding – the best tips for action on the Baltic Sea

Windsurfing

A look backThe highlights from surf 4/1992

Waist harness“As small, slim and light as possible” – that’s how the Goya Obi Pro was developed

What gets the pros going? FPT riders on music, mindset and favourite stops

Windsurf boards

New waveboards and moreDuotone launches in 2027 – Cosmic instead of Grip, Skate and Super Hero in D/LAB construction

RaceboardExocet presents the RS V7 Carbon 380

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

Windsurfing sails

No Cam 2026 freeride sailTesting the Severne NCX

No Cam 2026 freeride sailThe Duotone X_Pace put to the test

No Cam 2026 freeride sailTesting the NeilPryde Speedster Evo

Windsurfing accessories

Hard-shell hip harnessThe Goya Obi Pro put to the test

Goya Slim Base Pro put to the testThe lightest mast base of all those tested by surf-Tests

High, Mid & Low AspectWhat the aspect ratio means for foils and how it is calculated

MS-Fins HyperA high-end fin with air channels – an interview with developer Michael Still

Helmets and impact-resistant vestsNew safety products from GunSails

Scene & Events

Post of the DayThomas Traversa – Chopped to pieces in slow motion

iQFOiL World ChampionshipsLyons regains the lead, Steinberg in commanding form

“Lisa’s life” (Van Edition, Part 2)From fitting-out chaos to the World Cup podium – how Lisa Klosters’ windsurfing van became her home at 30 knots

How to

Riding techniqueHow to start gliding sooner – tips and tricks from Vincent Langer

Strap position on a windsurf foilWhy not try it the wrong way round?

TutorialAerials & Wave Riding – the best tips for action on the Baltic Sea

A look back
The highlights from surf 4/1992

Waist harness
“As small, slim and light as possible” – that’s how the Goya Obi Pro was developed

New waveboards and more
Duotone launches in 2027 – Cosmic instead of Grip, Skate and Super Hero in D/LAB construction

Raceboard
Exocet presents the RS V7 Carbon 380

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

No Cam 2026 freeride sail
Testing the Severne NCX

No Cam 2026 freeride sail
The Duotone X_Pace put to the test

No Cam 2026 freeride sail
Testing the NeilPryde Speedster Evo

Hard-shell hip harness
The Goya Obi Pro put to the test

Goya Slim Base Pro put to the test
The lightest mast base of all those tested by surf-Tests

High, Mid & Low Aspect
What the aspect ratio means for foils and how it is calculated

MS-Fins Hyper
A high-end fin with air channels – an interview with developer Michael Still

Helmets and impact-resistant vests
New safety products from GunSails

Post of the Day
Thomas Traversa – Chopped to pieces in slow motion

iQFOiL World Championships
Lyons regains the lead, Steinberg in commanding form

“Lisa’s life” (Van Edition, Part 2)
From fitting-out chaos to the World Cup podium – how Lisa Klosters’ windsurfing van became her home at 30 knots

Riding technique
How to start gliding sooner – tips and tricks from Vincent Langer

Strap position on a windsurf foil
Why not try it the wrong way round?

Tutorial
Aerials & Wave Riding – the best tips for action on the Baltic Sea