RECORD BREAKER: MACIEK RUTKOWSKIRECORD BREAKER: MACIEK RUTKOWSKIGuinness World Records confirms Maciek Rutkowskis record for the fastest windsurfing crossing of the Baltic Sea! Maciek Rutkowski is a six-time windsurfing world champion, undertook a gruelling attempt last September to cross the Baltic Sea from Sweden to Poland on a windsurfing board. He completed the 227.5-kilometre route in a record-breaking time of 8 hours and 28 minutes. Fastest crossing of the Baltic Sea on a windsurfing board (male)!Maciek Rutkowskis achievement has now been officially recognised by Guinness World Records under the titleFastest crossing of the Baltic Sea on a windsurfing board (male). The Polish athlete and his team had to wait 10 months for the record to be formally confirmed.We waited for so long that, mentally, I think I had already come to terms with the possibility that the record might never be confirmed. This was something completely new for me and the entire team. We had to meet a huge number or requirements. You start to wonder whether you will be able to meet the standards of such a legendary institution, one that is so difficult to gain recognition from. When I found out we had done it, I was in shock. Even though we had fought for it, I tried not to convince myself that the record would definitely be mine, says Maciek Rutkowski.Watch the full record attempt: During the record attempt on 18 September 2025, Rutkowski faced waves of up to three metres and strong winds. At times, he reached speeds of up to 60 kilometres per hour. It was the most gruelling and dangerous challenge he had ever undertaken, despite regularly competing on the PWA World Tour.After a few hours, my nervous system started shutting down. There were moments when I did not know where I was supposed to be going. Your vision gets worse and your senses become weaker. You have to force yourself to drink. Waves are coming at you from three directions. You have to force yourself to eat. I started getting cramps in several parts of my body at the same time. It was much harder than I had expected. When I saw Rozewie, I burst into tears, Rutkowski said after reaching the finish line.The post RECORD BREAKER: MACIEK RUTKOWSKI appeared first on Windsurf Magazine Online.

BETWEEN THE FINALS: ANTOINE MARTINS DOUBLE PUSH LOOP GLORY!BETWEEN THE FINALS: ANTOINE MARTINS DOUBLE PUSH LOOP GLORY!With the womens final over and the mens final still to come, Antoine Martin knew the crowd would be watching so he grabbed his helmet and headed out to put on a show. The conditions were nuking and what followed was fifteen minutes of mayhem as Antoine decided to go for some crazy double push loops. We caught up with Antoine to find the story behind this crazy push loop mission! Scroll to the bottom to view two full sequences!Photos: PWA / WWT CARTERVIDEO RAFASOULARTWINDSURF: You went out in the break right before the final, helmet on and ready to go. Was that the plan, with all the crowd there, or was it a spontaneous decision?ANTOINE MARTIN: Yeah, it was kind of planned during the day because I thought it would be a good opportunity. Ive done my first triple push loop here quite some time ago, so I wanted to try another one.I was like, OK, thats the day. I knew the organisation had safety cover, so sometimes its just better than trying randomly in a random session. I also knew some cameraman friends were there to film the thing!So, it was kind of planned, and I did it between the final breaks because thats where we had the most time in the good conditions. I felt like that was the moment.WINDSURF: So, what did you go for first?ANTOINE MARTIN: I went for a double push loop because the conditions werent quite perfect for the triple. You need really perfect conditions for that and once somethings wrong, its not the kind of move you want to jeopardise if the conditions arent right.So, I went for a double pushy. The crowd was happy and I was super stoked, I could hear the crowd were up for more!WINDSURF: Did you land it?ANTOINE MARTIN: No, no, I didnt land it that day. I did land one a couple of years ago, but my goal now is either to land it properly or be the pioneer of this move, so it can help the next generation have this as a new trademark move to do in competition.I feel like its about pushing the sport forward like the push forward. Back then, when Kauli and Boujmaa did it, it was like, Wow, thats impossible! Then suddenly you see them landing it, and more people start doing it. Now its almost a must-do move in competition to get into the top positions!WINDSURF: The conditions looked pretty tricky. How much did that make it harder?ANTOINE MARTIN: Yeah, it was super tricky. Short period, a lot of chop, gusty wind all those factors make it harder to have a proper runway. And thats the key, just being comfortable before you even take off! You have to be in control before you even jump. Then, once youre in the air and super comfortable, you can start spinning normally.But this time it was just too choppy and too weird. I was sending it and also because I was slightly underpowered, I was pushing hard to get the second rotation. Normally you jump higher and kind of let the rotation happen.I was on a 3.5m!WINDSURF: So, it was still pretty windy!ANTOINE MARTIN: Yeah, yeah! But then the wind dropped. I wish Id been on a 3.7m to try it out.WINDSURF: You were happy with the show you put on, though?ANTOINE MARTIN: Yeah, Im super stoked. I hope there are going to be more shows like this because I feel like people are so, so happy about it. When I came back on the beach, you could see how much they enjoyed it.It would be nice to bring back some more super sessions and get some incentive for that. Now I didnt get any incentiveit was just me and my personal goals!But I wish I had a bit of incentive because, you know, its a lot of risk. That day I could have just had something go wrong and my season would have been done. Im fifth in the world, so I want to keep that ranking!WINDSURF: Is there a particular technique to the double push loop, or is it still something youre figuring out?ANTOINE MARTIN: Yeah, Im slowly developing the technique compared to the first time I tried it. There are many ways, but you do the push loop and then you can choose the angle at which youre going to start the other rotationeither more vertical or more sideways, like a shifty.Its funny because its a double push loop, but the way you start the second rotation can make it go into any kind of rotation.I would say now I need to control the height and the way I push so I dont start spinning too much. Once you start spinning, you have the momentum and its hard to control that momentum. So, Im just trying to find out how to control it.WINDSURF: Well thank you for the show and we hope to see you land a double or triple push loop some time in the future!SEQ 1:SEQ 2:The post BETWEEN THE FINALS: ANTOINE MARTINS DOUBLE PUSH LOOP GLORY! appeared first on Windsurf Magazine Online.

NICO PRIEN: INSANE WINDSURFING IN MAURITIUS!NICO PRIEN: INSANE WINDSURFING IN MAURITIUS!Nico Prien heads out to Mauritius to with six guests for a dream windsurfing adventure. The wind and waves delivered and Nico even had a chance to sail One Eyeone of the most hardcore waves on the planet!The post NICO PRIEN: INSANE WINDSURFING IN MAURITIUS! appeared first on Windsurf Magazine Online.

A BLINDER OF A PEAK SEASON AT CLUB VASS!A BLINDER OF A PEAK SEASON AT CLUB VASSPeak season at Club Vass has been phenomenal so far. With an outstanding team on and off the water, more brand-new kit than ever, epic conditions and an awesome vibe on the beachSummer 26 has already been one to remember. Here is a round-up of whats been happening Vass-sidePhotos: PROtography OfficialFull Power FreestyleTheres nothing quite like watching the Club Vass Crew sending it at sunset especially whilst enjoying a post-session chilled beer, with a ring-side view of the action from our Beach Bar! This summer, the freestyle talent on the beach is seriously spectacular, with many of the team pulling off moves that would hit the mark on the PWA tour. Theyre certainly keeping Vassiliki firmly on the freestyle map and we regularly run freestyle coaching sessions for our advanced guests, so you can shred with the best. A huge shout-out to Miles fromPROTOGRAPHYfor so creatively capturing all the action.ProKids: The Proof is in the ProgressMany of Club Vasss best teaching talent started out as ProKids themselves and now theyre passing their skills on to the next generation. We genuinely believe we offer young windsurfers one of the best introductions to the sport to be found anywhere in the world and the progression on the water this summer speaks for itself. Were seeing more youngsters than ever fully planing in the foot-straps & harness thanks to the combination of perfect conditions, inspirational instructors and, of course, the kit. Our range of specialised kid-friendly gear is in a league of its own; with over 70 rigs (including Severnes Synergy & Redback, Duotones Now and Goyas Scion), and a huge fleet of boards (from Duotone Rippers & adapted Eagles to junior Severne Psychos for aspiring freestylers) . Thats more dedicated kids kit than many windsurf schools have in total! There are just a few places available for the school holiday week of 16th August but dont leave it too lateMake Yours an Endless SummerSecret September in Vassiliki is not to be missed. The summer sun and wind are still here, but the crowds have eased off, making it one of our favourite times to be here. Theres still fantastic windsurfing to be had, while the slightly quieter conditions make it an ideal time to get up and flying on the wing foil. And with cooler mornings and evenings, September is also perfect for hitting themountain biketrails. There are still some places left to end your summer on a high, but dont tell everyone.Early Birds get Beachfront Luxury Our luxurious one & two-bedroomCrossShore Apartmentsare becoming victims of their own success. Theyre proving so popular that some July 2027 dates are already completely sold out and we can see why These fabulous retreats sit right next to Club Vass, directly on the beach, with private sea-facing terraces, separate bedrooms, stylish en-suite bathrooms, fully equipped designer kitchens and exquisite high-end furnishings throughout. To save your own little piece of Vass paradise, get in touch now.Fast & Furious Club Vass-Style!Speed Weekis always a highlight in the Club Vass calendar, and this year certainly didnt disappoint. We had a fantastic turnout, including some seriously speedy ladies and youngsters. Theres always a great atmosphere during these clinics, with plenty of banter that of course continues during the daily debrief at the bar. Getting your time on the speed gun is hugely motivating and brings out the competitive streak in everyone, but its not just about speed for speeds sake. Being comfortable going fast is the key to nailing every aspect of advanced sailing. Want to find out just how fast you can go? Make sure you sign up early for next years Speed Week.High Flying Wing CentreThe Club Vass Wing Centre continues to go from strength to strength, offering an unrivalled wing-foil experience in the perfect conditions of Vassiliki Bay. With a huge range of the latest Duotone gear waiting for you in one of the best spots of the bay, right on the beach launching couldnt be easier. Our top-flight Wing Squad are always on hand to help with everything from gear set-up to handy hints and tips on all aspects of foiling. They also provide outstanding coaching for all levels, from first flights right through to advanced freestyle aerials, via clinics or private lessons. Due to popular demand, our Wing Clinics are now fully booked for the rest of this season, but watch this space for details of next years programme places are likely to fill up fast! You can still book private tuition in resort this summer, subject to availability. We also have a limited number of slots remaining to pre-book foil kit rental, but get in touch quickly to secure yours: info@clubvass.netRocking the AprsAnd the fun doesnt stop on the water, with theaprs-surfscene at Club Vass alive & kicking. Our Beach Bar is the hub of the bay for a post-session chilled beer or cocktail, ideal for watching our talented team sending it as the sun sinks. Tuesday is Pizza Night with the best pizzas in town from our amazing chefs, guest DJs banging out top tunes and a disco-lit dance deck just perfect for a beachside boogie. The legendary Club Vass BBQ never disappoints; particular highlights this year have been the Vass-ion Show and of course the renownedOscars. Because at Club Vass, the vibe doesnt finish when the wind drops, its just getting startedHeres what you sayPhilip says:Just the best windsurfing experience. We keep going back. Fantastic windsurfing kit, an unbeatable location and really fun people.Erik says: Very nice place for chilling out and renting surfing gear. The gear is very new and top notch, much appreciated! The option to keep swapping gear as the weather changes is really fantastic.The post A BLINDER OF A PEAK SEASON AT CLUB VASS! appeared first on Windsurf Magazine Online.

TABOU ROCKET PLUS REVIEW: WINDSURFER MAGAZINETABOU ROCKET PLUS REVIEW: WINDSURFER MAGAZINEThe Windsurfer Magazine test team have been busy testing the latest freeride boards and first in the line up is the Tabou Rocket Plus. Watch the video to see the full review! It sounds like they liked this one!Windsurfer Magazine: The Tabou Rocket Plus has always been a staple board in the freerace scene. Performance tied together in a very well put together package. The boys enjoyed testing this one so enjoy and dont forget to consider this one if youre looking for a new board!Riders: Scotty Stallman Head Tester Tris Best Windsurfer Mag Editor and TesterRocket Plus Tabou BoardsWindsurfer Magazine Windsurfing focused print magazine based in the UK.The post TABOU ROCKET PLUS REVIEW: WINDSURFER MAGAZINE appeared first on Windsurf Magazine Online.

WHAT AM I DOING HERE?LENNART NEUBAUER CRASHES THE TENERIFE WAVE FINALWHAT AM I DOING HERE?LENNART NEUBAUER CRASHES THE TENERIFE WAVE FINALLennart Neubauer was the surprise package of the Tenerife World Cup, launching himself into the top four with a barrage of enormous push-loop forwards, clinical double loops and powerhouse wave rides that left the wave specialists wondering where exactly this freestyle guy had come from! But while his jumping is already right up there with the best, Lennart admits there is still plenty to learn when it comes to actually riding the wave.We caught up with the 2024 freestyle world champion to find out how he crashed the wave final, why he felt like he was being ganged up on by the big guns and how his ambitious plan to split his time between freestyle and waves could ultimately lead to one very big goal: becoming PWA / WWT Wave World Champion.Photos: PWA / WWT Carter Video: Rafa SoulArtWINDSURF MAGAZINE: Tenerife 2026, you were the surprise package in the fleet. You must be over the moon?LENNART NEUBAUER: Yeah. I was just telling Ben Proffitt, it feels like its not even real. It feels fake almost, but yeah, it happened.I think it almost means more than winning a freestyle event.It definitely does because in freestyle I always expect to, lets say, win or do good. Here, I expected to maybe make a round and I was going to be happy already.For me, actually, the biggest happiness came after making it to the semi. I was like, Whoa! Then making it to the final, I was like, Well, I already just went to the semis, so why not do the final? So, actually that felt less impressive!WINDSURF MAGAZINE: You had moves like the push forward and double loop on tap. Same as the big guns. That suddenly puts you in the frame, doesnt it?LENNART NEUBAUER: I mean, the thing is, I had two heats where I just did 17 points with jumps. To find a four- or five-point ride in ten minutes is not so hard.Im missing all the 360s, obviously and the wave tricks. I did none of that, so this is definitely something I need to work on. But I think its a bit like Moritz with his riding, I have it with my jumping. So, I feel like were a bit opposites there.I think if I put some time into riding, I could do quite well!WINDSURF MAGAZINE: Does your freestyle help you in the waves at all?LENNART NEUBAUER: One hundred percent. I really think I have good spatial awareness because of it. I know where I am in the air and I feel like I know where I am on the wave.Some things feel like they happen a bit in slow motion as well, especially in jumping. I feel like I have such an advantage there over pure wave sailors learning to push forward, for example, because Im just in the air all the time. Its really nothing too special or too crazy to do the jumping.Its the riding where Im missing pure experience, contact with the wave and timing.I was just asking Ben Proffitt, OK, Ben, what do you think I need to improve? If you were me, what would you do? He hasnt answered yet! But I think the 360. I need the 360I need it as a freestyle thing anyway.I think the problem for me is I need to spend some time in Maui, Chile, these kinds of locations where its pure down-the-line: reading the wave, being on the right wave. I just havent spent any time doing that.Ive spent a lot of time in the Canaries, so Im kind of starting to get the hang of that. It involves jumping, but pure riding, I think I need a lot of improvement!WINDSURF MAGAZINE: So, have you now got an ambition in the waves?LENNART NEUBAUER: I want to be a Wave World Champion. One hundred percent.I know I can do it. Its just time management from my side. My plan is maybe, in the next few years, to go 50/50 freestyle and wavemaybe even 60% wave, 40% freestyle.I think with 40% freestyle I can still maintain being on top, depending obviously on what Yentel and Jacopo do and how much they push. But at the same time, I can improve year by year in waves. Its not going to happen overnight.Even though it might seem like it with this event, I think in the next five years I would like to maybe win the title.Yeah, its a goal!WINDSURF MAGAZINE: And what about the huge push forward you landed in the morning when you were training?LENNART NEUBAUER: Yeah! You did some shots of it. I was like, Whoa! Maybe I peaked to early!WINDSURF MAGAZINE: Is it nice to open up a heat with something like that?LENNART NEUBAUER: Yeah, I mean that was actually in the warm-up, that one. But I had a heat, for example, where I opened up with an eight-point double.You need to think, there are four things you need to do to score: two waves and two jumps. So you just need four ticks in total, lets say.If you open up in 15 seconds and you already tick a box, you have a whole heat and you only need to do three. The rest still need to do four.Its a 25% advantage if you think about it. An eight is great for me. Then I had another 8.5 with a push forward, and that was it. My jumping was done.I had ten minutes to improve my riding and I feel like thats ten waves easily. One of them, goddammit, is going to be good! I hope one of them is going to be right.WINDSURF MAGAZINE: What was it like heading out on the first run of the final with those big guns?LENNART NEUBAUER: Horrible! Horrible. It was terrible. Really, really terrible.I felt like I was being ganged up on.I had Philip Koester, Marino Gil and Marc Pare and Im like, And me? I was asking myselfWhat am I doing here? Why am I in this final? But heading out at the beginning of the heat with those guys felt crazy but also a bit intimidating as I had not been in a position like that before in waves!Im still trying to understand what I felt, but it all went wrong. I think I lost all the pressure when I made the final and I work with pressure. I had no pressure, so I felt like I was free-sailing on a bad day, lets say.I didnt really care anymore either. Once it started going wrong, I was like, Shit, this is really not going well.I was aware of it, so I was like, Lennart, its not done. You have ten more minutes.But I couldnt do a push forward, couldnt do my doubles. I didnt believe I could anymore somehow. It was literally a mental thing.WINDSURF MAGAZINE: You were just happy to be there?LENNART NEUBAUER: I was just happy to be there.At some point, I had about four minutes gone. I had done basically nothing yet, and I was just heading back. I was looking at the beach, which was full of people, and I was thinking, Damn. Im there, but Im one of the people watching, you know?I was like, Oh well, thats crazy.Then I started riding a wave on the inside and broke my mast. I was secretly kind of happy it was over, to be honest, because it went so terribly up to that point.I was like, OK, well, I broke my mast. Its done.Then the current was pushing me out, so I couldnt even really make it in. With two minutes to go I got a new sail and went back out, but it was over. I was kind of relieved when it was doneLooking back I could of done better but it is what it is!For me, I didnt take anything away from it other than to learn, OK, what happened there?But otherwise, Im just over the moon to have made it to the final. Im super, super happy!The post WHAT AM I DOING HERE?LENNART NEUBAUER CRASHES THE TENERIFE WAVE FINAL appeared first on Windsurf Magazine Online.

JASON POLAKOW AND ROBBY SWIFT JAWS JANUARY 2023JASON POLAKOW AND ROBBY SWIFT JAWS JANUARY 2023It is a bit early to be talking about the Jaws season but here is a taster of what that wave can do from a big session back in 2023 featuring Jason Polakow (who had a shocker) and Robby Swift!The post JASON POLAKOW AND ROBBY SWIFT JAWS JANUARY 2023 appeared first on Windsurf Magazine Online.

GEORGE GRISLEY: GYBE VARIATIONSGEORGE GRISLEY: GYBE VARIATIONSIn his latest video George Grisley runs us through a bunch of gybe variations that can add to your windsurfing repertoire. Whether it is carve gybes or lay down gybes this tutorial is packed with ideas on how to mix it up on the water!The post GEORGE GRISLEY: GYBE VARIATIONS appeared first on Windsurf Magazine Online.