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- Madeleine is sceptical at first and feels under pressure, but as the course progresses she makes progress, experiences moments of success and finds her motivation growing.  
- Laurin is ambitious from the start, feels frustrated at times by the wind and the foil, briefly experiences the ‘foil feeling’ and wants to develop his wingfoiling skills further.  
- As a couple, they both find the course they’re taking together enriching, but emphasise the importance of being at a similar level, having the same motivation, being able to cope with frustration, and having the right wind conditions.

Wingfoil course: Learning to wingfoil as a couple? Is that a good idea?

- Systematic practice with the wing beforehand and prior experience of water sports make it much easier to get started with wingsurfing.  
- Suitable spots have calm water and side or side-onshore winds of 8–15 knots; safety equipment such as a helmet is essential.  
- Careful handling of equipment and boards that are large enough help to prevent damage, injuries and frustration whilst learning.

Getting started with wingfoiling: These are the most common mistakes when learning to wingfoil

- 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”

- In light, gusty winds, visually identify the gusts; ride upwind during the gusts and, in between, foil on a broad reach in a ‘zigzag’ pattern towards the next gust.  
- In very light winds, reduce the wing’s inflation pressure by approx. 1 psi, particularly for riders weighing under 70 kg, to make it easier to inflate the wing.  
- Move the foil 1–2 cm forwards, avoid tacking, use wave thrust for jibes and opt for variations such as the Heineken, Race or Duck jibe.

Wing foiling in light winds: Take off earlier, keep foiling for longer – the best tips

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

Sealing your board: How to repair a leaky seam on your iSUP

- Yoga improves balance, coordination and stability for windsurfers and is outdated as an unsportsmanlike cliché.  
- Specific asanas such as tree, downward facing dog, twisted chair, side plank, pigeon, warrior lunges and boat are presented.  
- Variations, holding time and repetitions control intensity; the focus is on core strength, hip opening, back relief and better performance on the water.

Fit for the season: the best yoga exercises for windsurfers, wingfoilers and co.

Windsurfing holidays: Hire equipment or take it with you?

- Surf trailers for bikes are practical when petrol prices are high, parking spaces are scarce and distances to the water are long.  
- Ready-made surf trailers from established manufacturers can cost several hundred euros.  
- With an affordable Cargo II trailer from around 100 euros and adaptations, you can build a functional surf trailer yourself.

Workshop: Saving tip! Cargo II - build your own affordable surf trailer

- Epoxy resin, precise sanding and an economical amount of resin are key to dense, stable laminate and fin repairs.  
- Fins are built up and wet-sanded in several stages using a resin/carbon mixture and carbon fibres on the leading edge, trailing edge and tip.  
- Boards can be repaired conventionally over a large area or "arthroscopically" using minimally invasive techniques; mast foot tendons should be checked every 2-5 years and replaced if they are torn.

Workshop: How to repair fins, base plates and board laminate

- When wingfoiling, the board can separate from the body, for example if the leash breaks or opens.
- Freestylers and wave-foilers often do without the leash to avoid injuries and material damage.
- In board emergencies, the wing should be actively used for pulling; practise the technique close to the shore beforehand.

Safety: Wings without a leash? How to reach your board with the wing

Converting feet and inches: what the lengths on SUPs and wing boards mean

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If you want to learn wingsurfing, you should get competent instruction at a school. Here is an overview of 200 wingfoil centres in Germany and abroad.

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Wingsurfing tips & tricks

Wingfoil course
Learning to wingfoil as a couple? Is that a good idea?

Getting started with wingfoiling
These are the most common mistakes when learning to wingfoil

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

Wing foiling in light winds
Take off earlier, keep foiling for longer – the best tips

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

Sealing your board
How to repair a leaky seam on your iSUP

Fit for the season
The best yoga exercises for windsurfers, wingfoilers and co.

Windsurfing holidays
Hire equipment or take it with you?

Workshop
Saving tip! Cargo II - build your own affordable surf trailer

Workshop
How to repair fins, base plates and board laminate

Safety
Wings without a leash? How to reach your board with the wing

Converting feet and inches
What the lengths on SUPs and wing boards mean

Wingsurfing tips & tricks

Wingfoil courseLearning to wingfoil as a couple? Is that a good idea?

Getting started with wingfoilingThese are the most common mistakes when learning to wingfoil

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

Wing foiling in light windsTake off earlier, keep foiling for longer – the best tips

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

Sealing your boardHow to repair a leaky seam on your iSUP

Fit for the seasonThe best yoga exercises for windsurfers, wingfoilers and co.

Windsurfing holidaysHire equipment or take it with you?

WorkshopSaving tip! Cargo II - build your own affordable surf trailer

WorkshopHow to repair fins, base plates and board laminate

SafetyWings without a leash? How to reach your board with the wing

Converting feet and inchesWhat the lengths on SUPs and wing boards mean

Wingfoil course
Learning to wingfoil as a couple? Is that a good idea?

Getting started with wingfoiling
These are the most common mistakes when learning to wingfoil

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

Wing foiling in light winds
Take off earlier, keep foiling for longer – the best tips

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

Sealing your board
How to repair a leaky seam on your iSUP

Fit for the season
The best yoga exercises for windsurfers, wingfoilers and co.

Windsurfing holidays
Hire equipment or take it with you?

Workshop
Saving tip! Cargo II - build your own affordable surf trailer

Workshop
How to repair fins, base plates and board laminate

Safety
Wings without a leash? How to reach your board with the wing

Converting feet and inches
What the lengths on SUPs and wing boards mean