Hey Maciek, how's this strange year been for you? 

Hey Chris, first of all I hope you and the rest of the PWA staff are well and staying safe. I guess we’re all in a similar boat missing the tour and maybe now realising how cool it actually is to be a part of that travelling circus. Having said that my year was actually relatively normal in terms of training, preparing for events, competing etc. Sure, it wasn’t major events and there was less of them, but after not knowing if we’re ever gonna be able to do our job again in March, competing internationally in the European summer felt like a breath of normality. And then the extra time I’ve had due to less events I could put into other projects which I always have a huge list of – some of them already came alive and others still need a ton more work! 

If you can cast your mind back, in July you won what would turn out to be the only event on the world tour for 2020 - how was that event for you as a whole and how pleased were you with your level of performance having not raced for the entire year beforehand? 

Damn, it feels like ages ago already and it was only July! Going to Croatia I had no idea what to expect. Who would even show up as travelling restrictions were in place and also what my level of performance would be. I spent the 3 prior months at home and as great as the foiling scene is in Poland, it’s pretty hard to get good “fin slalom” training. But the event was good, Toni the organiser is a legend and makes sure everyone feels at home in Bol, we scored epic conditions and as a cherry on top of the cake I took the lead the first day and then never really gave it away, so it was one of my best performances. I also had no idea how it’s gonna be with racing on foils, but it turned out my gear was good and racing was just like “normal” slalom.

Your rise up the rankings may have taken a little longer than some may have thought - having been crowned youth world champion in 2010 and then again in 2012. However, last season you made a major breakthrough - cracking the overall top 10 for the first time and also winning your first eliminations on tour - how much of that success would you attribute to your move to FMX Racing? 

I attribute quite a lot. Boards are very fast and suit my style well, they ride high and loose and I’d always rather have too much power than try to create lift. But first let me stop you, cause I feel like cracking the top 10 sells me a tiny bit short. It was really a season of two halves, in France we had only one elimination and I got crashed into and in Korea no discard either and some bad decisions from me. So after 2 events I was out of the top 20. From there though I managed to find my groove a bit and build. Fuerte was really fun and I started to realise like “shit I can actually race the big3”, in Denmark like you say, first win and a podium overall, and in New Caledonia I was even leading the event! So 7th is pretty low for my late season form and it could easily be 4th or 5th, but the beginning of the season really held me back. And yes obviously gear is mega important and the FMX/Challenger combo is a match made in heaven. But I’m pretty sure a few years ago I wouldn’t be able to utilise that gear to the max, so timing is critical here. Also I probably matured a bit and that makes the rider-brand communication much better which is crucial in any relationship, but even more while developing products. Especially from scratch like the slalom foil board which was something totally new. There needs to be an almost telepathic understanding between the designer and rider. Finian and myself worked that out, he knows exactly how it is to race for a living and I start to understand when is the time to push and when I should just focus on myself. I feel really comfortable at FMX Racing and I feel our mission is far from done yet. 

And what do you think some of the other major factors were which allowed you to make such a big jump? 

Well first of all we can’t forget the sails. Challenger is so underrated I can’t even put it in words. I’ve seen some designers work but Claudio Badiali is just on another level. This year every prototype we had was an improvement! The guy just doesn’t get it wrong and even with all that skill there is no ego trip like “I’m the designer I’m gonna do my thing, you just race”. Again there’s a chain of communication and since I got there in 2018 we managed to improve at a crazy pace. And for sure I’ve developed as a windsurfer and as a person. Every year I try to look back, analyse the data I gathered throughout the year, talk to my coach and tweak certain things either in preparation or even the mindset on race day. It’s endless and I love that process. 

You've created a great podcast together with Windsurfing.tv - how have you enjoyed that experience and is that something you want to continue to do in the near future? 

Yeah I’ve been telling Ben Proffitt for years now – man you should do the podcast. And I guess he was over listening to me and just gave me the job! Seriously though it’s a privilege to be able to pick the brains of some of the most successful people in our business. I probably wouldn’t have had the chance to talk to Robby Naish for more then 30 seconds and now I got him 1-on-1 for 2 hours! It’s really fun and yes if time allows I will keep doing that! Check out The Windsurfing Podcast! 

Now, back to the racing - What are some of your goals for the future? And how do you think your relationship with FMX Racing can help you to achieve them? 

Well I think anybody that races, races to win. I’m no different. But in the short term I try to set goals that are more about the performance rather than results. Even in Croatia I could’ve done a few things better, and the previous year even more. So if I continuously improve on my performance I’m happy – let’s not get into the measurements of that cause we’ll run out of space here. And as for FMX it’s just that our timelines are correlated. Already I think no newcomer has ever been so successful as a brand and Finian very much like me wants to win. We drive each other towards that every day and I have the utmost confidence moving forward I have the best tools available and that once the flag goes up it’s all in my hands and feet. If I perform, results will appear. 

Looking ahead slightly, hopefully after a turbulent 2020 things will return to normality in 2021 - do you already know which weapons you will be choosing for the race course next season and what is your current favourite setup? 

Yeah, so next year it’s still 4 boards and 7 sails. So we’re looking at a foil slalom design, the Hyperion 178, and then 3 fin slalom sticks, Invictus 138, 118 and 98. For sails it’s 2 foilslalom designs Aero+ 9.1 and 8.1 and then 5 slalom, Aero+ 8.4, 7.7, 7.0 6.2 and 5.4. As for my favourite combo I won in Denmark, NewCal and a couple in Croatia on 138 and 8.4, but if I had to choose one it would be 98 and either 6.2 and 5.4. There’s nothing like high wind racing! 

You also just signed a new contract, right?

Yeah, I’m super excited to announce that FMX Racing and myself have reached an agreement on a multi-year contract extension. From day one this was a great match, our goals align and we will continue to build towards achieving them together. New boards are on the way… cant wait to get my hands on those puppies! 

And finally, if things return to relative normality will you be returning to Tenerife for your annual winter training?

Yes!

Thanks, Maciek and congrats on the new deal.

However, if you are brave enough to face the cold then you can score some epic conditions and Paré’s latest clip, edited by Mads Bjørnå (Fanatic / Duotone), sees the Spaniard battling the elements armed only with a 3.4m.

You can see Marc Paré’s latest edit @ youtu.be/X0C7TR7MHME

Marcilio Browne (Goya Windsurfing) was one of the few lucky enough to be tucking into some clean Ho’okipa walls, while the stronger trades at that time of year also made for some great jumping.

You can see the highlights from just a couple of those spring sessions @ www.instagram.com/p/CHyokaxBvh-/

Adrien Bosson (Fanatic / Duotone / Maui Ultra Fins): “For the ponch, I would recommend that you should be able to control perfectly the flaka because the approach is the same and the pop similar. The easiest conditions are with side/side off wind and waves, like this you can use the waves to pop and just work on the rotation or with onshore winds off the back of the swell/chop.  On flat water you will need a solid pop, which makes it harder to learn. 

For the first try it is better to not be too overpowered, it is important to have the timing with the chop/waves and to be sailing fully downwind to have no power in the sail. The ponch isn't a technical move, commitment and speed are the most important. With the speed you can pop and neutralise the sail and rotate with commitment. 

For the rotation, while throwing the sail upwind you will need to twist your body to put it above your boom. Important: your board has to follow your body otherwise you’re gonna stop the rotation, plus push on your arms to keep your sail stable without wind. You can look at the top of your sail, this will eventually help.

For the landing, be ready to bend your legs (the landing can be hard) and lean backwards (to the wind) to pull up your sail.”

Good luck on your ponch journey.

Federico Morisio: "This week's new YouTube video is about and it's about my last trip to the Middle East: yes, there are sick waves over there!

Oman has a special meaning to me because it's where 6 years ago I had my first real waveriding trip 

Last year, in July, I decided to go back to train pure starboard tack conditions for the upcoming International Windsurfing Tour events and also simply to enjoy to the max long, fun, uncrowded waves!

I also got filmed a bit by my dad and some friends, so I realized it would have been cool to show you more about those conditions!

Thank you so much to Nic Van Ysendyk that actually edited the video and motivated me to share it!"

You can see Federico Morisio's latest trip to the Middle East @ youtu.be/R2EevqWKyV4

- Who are you, how old are you and who is your sibling?

Hi, I am Marina I am 35 and Blanca is my little sis.

Hi, Im Blanca I'm 24 years old and we are 11 years apart.

- At what age did you start windsurfing?

M: When I was 11, and started to competite
B: I tried when I was 9 but started properly when I was 11 years old.

- Were your parents also windsurfing?

They don't windsurf, they prefer to stay on the beach or ‘en el chiringuito’.

- Did you both work towards competing at a high level in windsurfing?

M: We are training together most of the time, and is my favorite part of training.

B: We used to train together most of the time, until Matteo Iachino arrived in my life.

- How is it to travel to the same events all over the world?

M: Lovely, I love to share this big experience with my little sister, it always has been in my dreams, she is my biggest motivation and who pushes me to keep competing.

B: Lovely, I love to share this big experience with Marina, because we are really close.

- Are you helping each other during an event or are you focusing on your own event only?

M: We always help each other, we have the same equipment and always work together on the tuning and choosing equipment together.

B: First my own, if I’m free and she needs me, I always help.

- What’s a weird habit of your sibling?

Marina has a power nap of 10 mins before partying.

- What do you both have in common?

Almost everything, work, family, hobbies, humor...

Only one word answer possible, your siblings name or the word ‘me’.

Who is faster? Blanca

Who takes longer to get ready to go on the water? I take more time to get to the water (except when Marina have the influencer mode and she wants to do 1000 videos and pictures before going).

Who has more windsurfing gear?

I have more gear because I also have Matteo’s gear.

Who has won more windsurfing medals?

Marina has more medals.

Whose room is a mess? I will say depends of the day but we are both getting better at it.

Thanks Marina and Blanc's. 

The Belgian, 2015 PWA Freestyle World Champion, continues to compete on both the Freestyle and Wave World Tours and his latest clip is focused purely on wave sailing - shot in El Cabezo where the Tenerife PWA World Cup is usually held. 

You can see Dieter Van der Eyken's latest edit @ https://youtu.be/MlniYCVV9DM

You can see Nico Prien's latest tutorial @ https://youtu.be/ya1vCfzpvS0

Up next in our 'Siblings' feature are another pair of next generation windsurfers - both of whom compete on the PWA Youth Freestyle World Tours, so without further ado its over to Lina Eržen (Flikka / Duotone) and Val Eržen (Flikka / Duotone). 

- Who are you, how old are you and who is your sibling?

Lina: I am Lina Erzen  and I am 15 years old. I am professional windsurfer from Slovenia.

Val: I am Val Erzen from Slovenia and I am 13 years old.

- At what age did you start windsurfing?

Lina: I started windsurfing when I was about 7 years old.

Val: I started windsurfing when I was 5 years old with my sister Lina.

- Were your parents also windsurfing?
 
Our parents were windsurfing, but just for fun. My father still joins us on the water sometimes!

- Did you both work towards competing at a high level in windsurfing?

When we were little we both started windsurfing just for fun. In 2016 Val joined his first ever windsurfing competition (Martini EFPT Croatia). Since then we both wanted to compete. The feeling of competing and being on tour with friends its just amazing. This year me and my brother did only 3 competitions and to be honest it feels like the season  haven't even started yet.

- How is it to travel to the same events all over the world?

Lina: I am always super exited when we go to some competitions around the world because i know i will meet lots of new friends and also see lots of new places.

Val: I always love to travel around the world for competitions because I always meet new friends, get some new experience and see a lot of new beautiful places.

- Are you helping each other during an event or are you focusing on your own event only?

We train together all the time and help each other on the water and out. When it comes to competitions we always help each other.

- What’s a weird habit of your sibling?

Lina: Whenever we go somewhere with a car my brother always wants to seat in the front also if it's my turn.

Val: My sister when she wakes up always goes to see our cats first never something else. 

- What do you both have in common?

One thing about me and Lina is that we are both super competitive.

- What is the funniest thing that happened on tour together with your sibling?

It was in 2018 at EFPT Brouwersdam competition. It was a day before the competition started. Some of our friends from Slovenia texted us and just said "see you there in a few days". Of course we didn't take it serious. We just remembering that moment coming out of the water and seeing them cheering for us. It felt like we were home!

Only one word answer possible, your siblings name or the word ‘me’...

Who is faster? Val
Who takes longer to get ready to go on the water? Val
Who has more windsurfing gear? Same
Who has won more windsurfing medals? Lina
Who room is a mess? It’s funny but our rooms are most of the time clean

Thanks Lina & Val, keep on pushing the sport and your skills! 

Thanks Tonky & Taty

Adam Lewis (Fanatic / Duotone):

“For this move it’s mainly about timing and position - the movement itself is quite simple. You need to take as much speed as you possibly can into it and try and get yourself right into the pocket of the wave as positioning is critical for 360s- then you can use the power of the wave to knock you around and back into the wave. You have to aim to go as vertical as you possibly can and then present as much of the board as possible to the wave.”

Antoine Martin (JP / NeilPryde):

“ For me the most important thing for the frontside wave 360 is finding a good section to perform the move off. It all depends on the wave, you need a steep section and to be right in the pocket.”

Dany Bruch (Bruch Boards / Flight Sails / AL360):

“Find a nice wave and make sure you create a lot of speed in your bottom turn, then get as vertical as possible or even further if possible - 11 o’clock - at this point throw with your hips and pull your head back so you get the power of the wave to rotate you through the move.”

Alex Mussolini (Challenger Sails):

“My tip is that it’s all about timing, which requires time on the water and practise. It’s really important to be able to select the right wave and make sure you are in the critical section, so the wave throws you around.”

Federico Morisio: “I’m back! And this time I'm bringing you with me during a full power windsurfing day in one of Europe's best places: Sardinia island in Italy!

It's my first time here and I've been really impressed with the quality and consistency of wind and waves! Jumping, riding, foiling and more, the island offers it all and I will show you more and more video after video!

As always my goal is to share the stoke for windsurfing, show you new spots and inspire you to hit the water and make the best out of every session! I hope you enjoy the video!!

Please let me know your feedback and opinions in the comments!

For more #stoke and daily updates follow me on:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/federicomor...
Facebook: www.facebook.com/federicomorisio 
TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@federicomorisio"

You can see Federico Morisio’s latest VLOG @ youtu.be/qMJOf9M8tDA

- Who are you, how old are you and who is your sibling? 

Pierre Mortefon - 31 yo / Marion Mortefon - 28 yo we also have a ‘little brother’ Paulo 25yo.

At what age did you start windsurfing? 

Marion started at 10 years old & Pierre around 8-9 years old. 

Were your parents also windsurfing? 

Back in the days our father was windsurfing in the 80s when everybody had a board in his garage. But we never sailed together.

Did you both work towards competing at a high level in windsurfing? 

Yes!

How is it to travel to the same events all over the world? 

It’s easier to have someone by your side to carry all the bags, and negotiate at the airport counter! We are a good team fighting the bag transportation and negotiation!

Are you helping each other during an event or are you focusing on your own event only? 

M: Mainly focusing on our own event, but sometimes just some words and feedback from the conditions or anything else is helping. 

P: Yes, but it depends. Now we know when we have to do it or not.

What’s a weird habit of your sibling?

M: Pierre is sneezing everywhere.
P: She always wants to be 2 hours in advance at the event site, just in case… 

What do you both have in common?

M: A younger brother ;-) , but also a strong motivation to win and achieve our goal.
P: The passion for the sport and for the competition in general.

- What is the funniest thing that happened on tour together with your sibling?

P: Lot of different moments I cannot say one…

Marion, only one word answer please, either your siblings name or the word ‘me’.

Who is faster? Pierre, but give me 30 kilos more and we will see ;-)
Who takes longer to get ready to go on the water? Pierre
Who has more windsurfing gear? Pierre 
Who has won more windsurfing medals? Pierre 
Whose room is a mess? Pierre 

And now the same for you Pierre.

Who is faster? Easy, me.
Who takes longer to get ready to go on the water? Marion 
Who has more windsurfing gear? Me 
Who has won more windsurfing medals? Me 
Whose room is a mess? Marion 

Thanks, Pierre & Marion.

Julien Mas (GUNSAILS): “lockgolddown”! In March 2020, a terrific virus like in the movies show up from “Batman’s friends” really??… And the world kind of stop Windsurfing! Damn…I couldn’t go back home when the lockdown took place. This is something I will never forget. Imagine a hotel like Dakhla attitude where there is normally around 300 people, empty… just for you and 10 others friends. This is exactly what happened and it was crazy! Many times we thought we were in a TV show because what we were living was absolutely unreal regarding worldwide situation! Gym in the morning, slack line before lunch, windsurf and kitesurfing in the afternoon… evening with your friend (ping-pong, pool, cinema, pétanque, party and more…)”

You can see Julien Mas’ lockdown show @ youtu.be/d7uGHTMjtAs

Leon Jamaer (JP / NeilPryde)

1. The excitement that flushes your body when the green flag goes up which makes you push yourself to the maximum.

2. Rigging, waiting and derigging. 

Enrico Marotti (JP / NeilPryde)

1. I miss everything
2. I miss that too.

Marianne Kaplas (Patrik / Loftsails)

1. The excitement and adrenaline of lining up with the girls.
2. All the hassle with the gear at the airports.

Sebastian Kornum: “The past year has been challenging, as I’ve been struggling with injuries. I have dealt with a torn tendon in my right elbow as well as arm pump in both my forearms due to compartment syndrome. The latter I’ve had for years, and we suspect that I’ve compensated for the loss of function in a way where I’ve overloaded other muscles, causing my secondary tendon injury.
Yesterday I underwent an operation, cutting open my fascia. We hope that this surgery not only will improve my compartment syndrome symptoms, but also allow a full recovery of the injury in the elbow.

I must admit that it has been tough mentally to be constantly inhibited by this injury. Being unable to train as much as I want and being forced to lower the intensity has been difficult. Being an athlete, I felt guilty when I was not able to move forward and achieve results. Luckily, I have had great people behind me to back me up all the way. @teamdanmark, sponsors, friends, family and my girlfriend. Thanks for the patience and support! You keep me motivated. I’m now going into a rehabilitation period, determined to come back even stronger in the season of 2021. Stay tuned and stay safe.”

For a photo update you can check Sebastian Kornum's Instagram: @sebastiankornum

You can view Pons' backside wave riding tutorial @ https://youtu.be/KN2lwdTlVsE

Balz Müller (MB-Boards / Severne Sails), who edited the clip: “Great to follow the amazing progress of the young Eržen team! They had an amazing summer holidays in Greece, here a few of their latest Windsurf Freestyle Tricks they've learned! 
Enjoy!” 

You can see Team Eržen’s latest video @ youtu.be/gFq2E7C64ZI

Thanks, Julien.

Photo Credit: Eric Bellande / Michel Brehonnet

Lennart Neubauer 

1. competing is one of my favourite things about windsurfing.You meet new people or just see your friends again. Also during competition I feel like I learn 4x as fast compared to when I’m training alone.

2. The only thing that’s not my favourite about competing is that after competing all day long, there isn’t enough time for all the food that I want.

Carlos Kiefer Quintana

1 I miss all the kids I play with on the water and land.
2 I hate the feeling when its over and we have to leave.
 
Alexia Kiefer Quintana

1 i miss most my friends from the tour
2 i dont miss the tension during the heats
 
And Alexia’s & Carlos’ Father - Florian 

1 I miss the entire windsurf family and the ambience.
2 i don’t miss the traveling expenses with two kids.

Thanks Lennart, Alexia, Carlos & Florian

The now 57-year-old continues to have passion for windsurfing running through his veins and the American was on hand to tuck into the first swell of the swell in Hawaii in early October. Naish still links together smooth fluid line, whilst also still stomping pushloops and tabletops. 

You can see Robby Naish’s latest video @ youtu.be/5gwtJxNMN3M

The Frenchman, who finished the 2018 season as the PWA Freestyle Vice-World Champion, has just released some of the highlights of this summers Freestyle sessions and it's well worth a watch with 3 minutes of radical freestyle.

You can see Adrien Bosson's latest edit here.

Introduce yourself! Who are you, how old are you and who is your sibling?

Carlos: I am Carlos Kiefer, 13-years-old, I’m the brother of Alexia. 

Alexia: My name is Alexia Kiefer I am 15-years-old and Carlos is my brother.

At what age did you start windsurfing? 

Carlos: I started windsurfing at 9 years of age.

Alexia: I started windsurfing when I was 10 years old.

Were your parents also windsurfing? 

Our father was windsurfing already, our mother learned windsurfing together with us.

Did you both work towards competing at a high level in windsurfing? 

No, we were just windsurfing for fun. In 2017 we saw the juniors competing in Pozo and we had already more or less the same level. Next year we started competing too.

How is it to travel to events all over the world? 

Carlos: I love to travel even though I don't like to fly. I like to see new places and try other food. I also like to meet the people I met on tour again on different spots around the world.

Alexia: I really like to travel and get to know new spots, meet new people, visit new places ...etc.but I hate to fly.

Are you helping each other during an event or are you focusing on your own event only? 

We help and support each other in all events where necessary, but our father is always there to help us.

What’s a weird habit of your sibling?

Carlos: We always fight whose turn it is to hang up the wetsuits from all of us when we get home.

Alexia: When we eat eggs my brother always eats all the egg white first and leaves the yolk for last.

What do you both have in common?

Carlos: We both love and practice the same sports and both love wave windsurfing the most. Last year on Sylt when I was 12-years-old, I was not competing but I took the lycra from my sister and went windsurfing in these heavy conditions, I was very small and many people wondered about me. I ended up in the hospital because I cut my feet on a shell.  

Alexia: We are good at all types of water sports. The first time we competed in GPS Speed Challenge, I was 12 and Carlos 10, on the first day there was a huge shore break and the head Judge who didn't know us thought we are not able to manage the situation. He wanted us out of the water and to not compete anymore. I was crying a lot, but luckily Björn Dunkerbeck saw me and he talked to the judge. We could go back and prove that we had everything under control and were fast too.
 
Carlos, only one word answer possible, your siblings' name or the word ‘me’.

Who is faster? Alexia, in slalom conditions
Who takes longer to get ready to go on the water? Me
Who has more windsurfing gear? Alexia
Who has won more windsurfing medals? Alexia
Whose room is a mess? Alexia

Alexia, and now the same for you…

Who is faster? Me
Who takes longer to get ready to go on the water? Carlos
Who has more windsurfing gear? Me
Who has won more windsurfing medals? Me
Whose room is a mess? Mine

Thanks, Carlos & Alexia.

Giovanni Passani

1) Adrenaline rush, advancing, losing, the voice of Ben Proffitt, motivation, reason to live.

2) German food, German weather, German sea, much love to Germany

Oda Brødhot

1) I am missing the competition excitement and the sick feeling after a good heat! And that you push yourself outside the comfort zone every contest, the strong wind and the good vibes on tour with all my friends! 

2) The board bag checkins at airports... 

Marine Hunter

1) Competitions set deadlines and goals which motivate me to push myself much more than when I simply freesail. I think I miss those deadlines to get more motivation for improving my sailing, especially for jumping which is the thing I'm the most scared about. The conditions are not always easy and it's a great learning experience every time. I also miss everybody! For me competitions mean seeing friends again, meeting and bonding with new people, discovering different places, getting good vibes, creating good memories! I also love watching really intense heats when my friends are on the water or when two sailors are going all out and bring magic into these 12 or so minutes. 

2) Long days outside in the cold, the stress from the travel especially when I have to take the plane, the fatigue I accumulate throughout the year while juggling with work, training and competing, the pressure I put myself under which is not always very productive, early skippers’ meetings, being bound by a heat order, and what I do not miss at all is freesailing on a spot packed with super efficient pros ^^ it's super inspiring and at the time I have to stay focused all the time to be able to catch a wave or find a free spot to jump which gets a little tiring. 

Thanks Giovanni, Oda & Marine 

Ricardo Campello: “in this video I will show a few tips and a few steps on how to make a perfect backloop windsurfing.

I’m not the best person to teach, but with the images and a few of my tips you can make it work !

Sorry for the bad audio sometimes (my mic broke).

I hope you can be successful on the backloop!

Enjoy it!”

You can see Ricardo Campello’s backloop tutorial @ youtu.be/K7ev9dwILGQ

Leon Jamaer: “This little North Sea storm came as quick as it disappeared again so we had to be fast. I picked up Stefan, who was going to film me on this trip, early in the morning and drove the four hours to Klitmøller. The storm had arrived before us and after a little wait the waves came too. I was powered up on 3,7 and, due to strong current and really sideways and round waves, struggling to find good ramps. After a few hours I changed to a different spot which had dreamlike conditions compared to that first session. Even though I started to get really tired I couldn’t stop riding and enjoying the clean waves. At some point my concentration and strength was pretty much gone which resulted in lots of crashes and swimming. Stefan definitely performed better that day and got some nice shots despite the stormy autumn weather. The title woanders (elsewhere) refers to people guessing spot locations on social media. I didn’t want to give away all the precious information just like that so I often replied “woanders“. As Robby Naish said on the Windsurfing Podcast… as much as it makes life easier the unlimited information available on the Internet also takes away anything difficult and mostly what is exciting about realising a windsurf trip. I hope this clip inspires people to get in the car and explore their local and foreign coasts.”

Jaeger Stone: “That’s a short clip from WA in February 2020. This was shot over a couple of days after I returned from my knee injury. Was nice to be sailing again, having fun and building up my confidence. I’m using the 2021 78L production Starboard Ultrakode and Severne Sails S-1 and S-1 Pro. In the video are a few occasional issues with the camera focus as I had it on autofocus.”

You can see Jaeger Stone in WA @ vimeo.com/453174443