Windsurfing history: V

V – V-shaped windsurfing board hull

The V-shaped hull is one of the most significant innovations in windsurfing board design. While not a specific piece of gear, this hull shape revolutionised speed and control in certain windsurfing board designs. The V-Shaped Hull was particularly influential in the evolution of slalom and race boards. By incorporating a pronounced “V” in the bottom contour of the board, designers […]

Xavier Huart windsurfing history encyclopedia
Windsurfing history: X

X – Xavier Huart, influential during the early days of competitive windsurfing

Xavier Huart was an influential figure in the early days of competitive windsurfing, particularly in the European scene. While not as widely recognised as some of the sport’s most dominant champions, he played a role in the growth of windsurfing as both a competitive and recreational sport. Huart was known for his versatility across different windsurfing disciplines and contributed to […]

Windsurfing history: A

A – Antoine Albeau, a French windsurfing legend.

Antoine Albeau, a French windsurfing legend, is another standout. Albeau has won over 25 world titles across multiple disciplines, including slalom, formula, and speed sailing. He holds world records in speed windsurfing, consistently pushing the limits of how fast a windsurfer can go. His dominance over two decades cemented his status as one of the sport’s greatest athletes. And as […]

Anders Bringdal windsurfing history
Windsurfing history: A

A – Anders Bringdal, one of the most accomplished windsurfers in history.

Anders Bringdal is one of the most accomplished windsurfers in history. Although his name starts with “B,” his first name, Anders, qualifies him for this list. A Swedish windsurfer, Bringdal was a dominant force in speed sailing and slalom competitions. He won multiple PWA (Professional Windsurfers Association) events and was a key figure in pushing the boundaries of board and […]

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Harlem Pace 5m Foil Wing Review – Sustainability Meets Performance

As the wing foiling scene continues to evolve, riders are looking for high-performance wings that not only deliver on the water but also align with sustainability values. Harlem, a brand known for its commitment to quality and ethical manufacturing, has introduced the Harlem Pace 5m foil wing. This wing seamlessly blends eco-conscious production with intuitive, high-performance handling. Words: Tez Plavenieks […]

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Wetsuit hanger review – the Exit XRail and SUX suction up rail.

Wetsuit hanger products are abundant, but there’s none as unique and innovative as the Exit XRail. Aesthetically intriguing, sustainably manufactured and efficiently performing the XRail is a triumph of design and a worthy addition to your windsurfing kit box. Wetsuit hanger solutions. A wetsuit hanger should do a few different things. Firstly they should be able to dry your wetsuit […]

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Surf apparel brand Six Foot and Pumpkin relaunch with 6 fresh tee designs!

Surf apparel traditionally stands for identity. Wearing your fave surf, windsurf, skate or whatever action sports brand logo you choose told everyone which tribe you belong to. In recent times, big surf brands haven’t had the impact they once did. Instead, homegrown, cottage industry companies are more the go. Enter Six Foot and Pumpkin – a fun take on the […]

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Aqueous Layline Carbon 6m & 4.5m foil wing test.

Aqueous wings first came to my attention at the start of 2024 when I spotted a number of luminaries within the wing foiling world using them. Further pricking my interest the Aqueous main USPs are the wing’s use of monofilm in the canopy (which is the most obvious), fully battens across the canopy and the use of Dimension-Polyant P85 (comparable […]

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Stoke Foil Boost foil assist review.

The Stoke Foil Boost foil assist is one of a number of foil assist products I’ve tested over the last few years but the Stoke Boost is the most attention-grabbing. Looking radically different from anything else on the market the Stoke Boost looks more like a torpedo than a gadget to help get you flying. Words: Tez Plavenieks. Additional pics: […]