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THE EMERALD ISLE: LEON JAMAER IN IRELANDTHE EMERALD ISLE: LEON JAMAER IN IRELANDLeon Jamaer escapes everyday life as he embarks on an adventure from Schipols airport floor to Magheroartys beautiful shores all in the name of chasing wind and waves.Words: Leon Jamaer // Photos: BulgenslagDAY 1 A SHAKY STARTDue to yet another strike, there were no more flights available in or out of Germany, so mine and Friedels spontaneous trip to Ireland was almost a non-starter. Fortunately though, we were able to rebook our flights to the Netherlands for free, so the opportunity to chase the forecast was still alive.The forecast in question promised strong south westerly winds, two consecutive swells and mild temperatures accompanied by clear skies for the northwest of Ireland. Friedel and I had no major trips planned, and we were both tired of the 4C air temperatures, and the perpetually grey North or Baltic Sea waves. The prospect of long-period groundswells, clean reef waves, and delicious dark beer was reason enough to take a short-term vacation, pack up the camera and windsurfing gear, and embark on what is already a somewhat strenuous journey.Around midnight, we crossed the Dutch border, and spent the evening sleeping on the bare airport floor at Schiphol, which I can promise you is not very comfortable. After almost two hours, I woke up rather cold, but luckily we were able to get our hands on a warm cup of coffee before setting off again. Our travel was on a tight schedule; once wed landed in Dublin, we would pick up and load the rental car, before driving across Ireland possibly with a quick stop at a drive-through until we reached Magheroarty, in the far northwest of Ireland.By the time we arrived in Magheroarty, only two hours of daylight remained, so we wasted as little time as possible and headed straight for the water. We were greeted by a clean swell, which was being groomed by the strong side-offshore wind. However, the conditions were anywhere between perfect to extremely challenging as the waves were difficult to read. Unfortunately, my sail was a bit too big and somehow Id managed to mess up the trim of my board, so it wasnt the best start. In spite of this, I still managed to enjoy some beautiful moments when I managed to time hitting the lip correctly to launch into an aerial. However, there was also a heavy price to pay when you mistimed it, which resulted in plenty of wipe outs too. I can still remember one particular crash where the wave pushed my board towards the trough of the wave and my body went in the opposite direction which is usually not a good position as it puts massive strain on your joints and ligaments. I briefly found myself wondering when the next flight to Germany was, but when I made it back to the beach and could walk somewhat normally, I was reassured that I hadnt done any serious damage, phew. This moment also made me think about the windsurf photographer, Pierre Bouras, who always says, Travel day, is travel day no action., but this time round, we simply didnt have time for travel days.DAY 2 POWERED BY FULL IRISH BREAKFASTSTwo full Irish breakfasts were the order of the day at our bed and breakfast the Loch Altan which is one of the few accommodations that are open during the winter, while they even offer a discount to windsurfers.We savour the bacon, sausage, beans, and eggs, knowing a long, strenuous day outdoors lies ahead. As unbalanced as Irish cuisine may be, all the fats and calories do get you through the day, so credit where credits due, as thats exactly what we need, plus ibuprofen, because its already looking like 4.2m weather. Friedel, who last set foot on a plane ten years ago, left his windsurfing gear at home on this trip to focus entirely on photography and filming. Unfortunately though, the promise of clear skies definitely isnt correct for today, as the whole day is scuppered by heavy driving rain, not exactly ideal for photography or filming. So, while I manage to enjoy a fun session, albeit with a taped up foot, Friedel struggles with the adverse conditions on the land. His camera gear starts to malfunction in the incessant rain meaning hardly any of the shots work out the way Friedel intended. Things then only go from bad to worse as when we return to our accommodation our heater breaks down. We try and lift our spirits by reviewing the rain sodden footage, but sombre mood only thickens.DAY 3 THINGS ARE LOOKING UPFinally, after two days of dismal and dreary weather, the sun makes a welcome appearance, while theres still wind and a new, significantly larger groundswell is expected. Timo Mullen, the original diehard Irish windsurfer messages me: Magheroarty will be epic, youll love it!, which sets my pulse racing. Full of anticipation we arrive early and I rig immediately, and then impatiently wait for the wind to pick up and the new swell lines to start to appear on the horizon. In the meantime, we enjoy soaking up a few rays of rare sunlight that occasionally break through the clouds. Having arrived by ourselves, thats not the case anymore as nearly a dozen Irish and British sailors arrive, all having been lured by the same promising forecast for the north of Ireland. Amongst them are ex World Cup sailor, Phil Horrocks, and Dane, Lars Petersen, who regularly makes the journey from Klitmller to Ireland, which has become almost a second home for him. Magheroarty is to the Irish, what Klitmller is to us North Germans. You can usually find sailable conditions here, as long as the wind is anywhere from SSW to WNW as you can either sail on the reef situated to the left of the pier, or in the long sandy bay, which brings an air of safety and security, which makes it a particularly popular spot.DAY 4 CATCH-22Ive long struggled with the decision of staying here or heading towards Sligo, where the rain clouds are less likely to remain in the mountains, while other spots, not too far away, offer great potential as well. We can no longer stand the meat-heavy Irish breakfast at the B&B, and everything in me longs for a change.However, on the other hand, I also desperately want to experience Magheroarty when its properly firing on all cylinders. Ive already experienced it once during the 2019 Red Bull Storm Chase, but back then it was simply too windy for down-the-line wave riding. As I head out onto the water, its still relatively gloomy, but weve more than come to terms with the Irish weather by now, even if the same cant be for Friedels cameras. They hate the moisture, but modern cameras still handle poor lighting conditions much better these days, and Friedel adjusts the ISO, aperture and shutter speed etc, with the aim of being able to capture each raindrop in full sharpness.DAY 5 GRATITUDEOn our last day, theres only time for a short morning session before we have to head back to the airport. Unfortunately, contrary to the forecast, theres hardly any wind, and the waves are still very unsettled and less organised than I had hoped for. With large gear, I still catch a few decent waves, but the patchy wind and strong current underscore the hungover mood.On the drive to the airport, I mainly have a feeling of gratitude. Im grateful for the opportunity to escape everyday life with Friedel, even if only for a few days, and explore the beautiful Irish coastline together. Im grateful to share the stoke after a session with other windsurfers. Im grateful that my foot and body survived the ordeal unscathed. Im grateful to be part of this sometimes absurd, but uniquely fantastic sport, and to be supported by sponsors who allow me to dance in the waves with the gear and document it all in photos for the magazines. Lastly, Im grateful for the luck of the Irish that accompanied us at least partially on this trip.The post THE EMERALD ISLE: LEON JAMAER IN IRELAND appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.

COCO FOVEAU: LESSONS LEARNEDCOCO FOVEAU: LESSONS LEARNEDCoco Foveau explains whythings just click in windsurfing one day but NOT the next as she sails at the notorious spot know as Bad Girl in Guadeloupe!Coco: We have been enjoying conditions in my childhood spot Batri, Bad Girl. Great lessons learned this weekend!The post COCO FOVEAU: LESSONS LEARNED appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.

WINDSURF: NEWS BULLETIN!NEWS BULLETINJust when you thought the news has gone quite and the wind and waves are taking a breakBOOM! The latest Windsurf News Bulletin has arrived fresh on your screen! We have more twists and turns than your best forward loop and lots of juicy gossip to keep you entertained; solets dive in and find out what has been happening out there!Photos: John Carter, Fish Bowl Diaries, Maleen Hoekstra, WWT and Sailing Energy.CHILEWell, the riders are gathering in Chile for the first 5-star event of the season. The dreamy location and epic scenery of Matanzas will be the event HQ from 23rd March right through until the 6th of April. John Carter was in Chile many years ago with Francisco Goya and Vidar Jensen when parcels of land were for sale around $10,000 euro. Of course, JC didnt buy, the same plots are now worth 250,000 to 500,000, or even moreouch!Baptiste Cloarec and Marc Pare will be joining the party this year having missed out in 2024 and those two riders can certainly shake things up.Liam Dunkerbeck will be out to prove himself on his new Duotone gear, while Philip Kster will no doubt be gunning for victory after a relatively disappointing 2024 season for his standards.Last years winner, Camille Juban is always a force to be reckoned with, while current world champion, Marcilio Browne will no doubt be prepared to defend his title and will be armed with his normal Goya quiver of weapons. Then there are the likes of Morgan Noireaux, Julian Salmonn, Victor Fernandez, Bernd Roediger, Antoine Martin and pretty much the whole Japanese crew who could shake up the mix!It would be almost impossible to call the finalists with such a heavy-duty line in the mens fleet. According to our sources, there have already been plenty of epic days in Chile, with early arrivals Antoine Martin, Baptiste Cloarec, Morgan Noireaux, Victor Fernandez andMarc Par scoring epic sessions at Matanzas and Topocalma.In the womens competition Lina Erpenstein will no doubt be headed to South America to see if she can repeat her historic victory in 2024. This year Lina will also have to cope with the current world champion, Sarah Quita Offringa who just arrived in Chile to start training. Sol Degriek is growing and improving with by the day and will be a threat alongside, Alexie Kiefer Quintana, Justyna Sniady, Mariah Andres and Pauline Katz. Lets hope the conditions are as insane as last year!Marc ParI actually came early before going to Puerto Rico and that was a good decision as ever since I got back its been super busy and all riders are very anxious and eager to train and warm up before the event. We havent had too many days of sailing, but its certainly been really epic conditions once the wind showed up. The sand banks also keep just getting better and better. When I first arrived 4 weeks ago the sandbanks were really bad and the wave was just closing out and was really bumpy. So, its super exciting it have it come to its more normal rhythm.Honestly, I think it will be a really exciting event as literally everyone is sailing amazing and everyone is fired up! From my side, Chile and specially the spot of Matanzas feel extra special to me and I hold a special connection to the place, so I would really love to be on the podium and even more to win it. That would be a dream come true.Im really looking forward to compete and hopefully put some solid heats together showcasing how Im capable of sailing here!Bring it on! Its going to be epic!If anybody has a spare first-class ticket going to Chile and a beachfront room at the Surazo Hotel, with free food and beer included we would happily sacrifice JC from office duties to attend!Sarah Quita OffringaIve always wanted to go to Chile and finally this year Itcould make it happen!It was such an easy trip for once from Aruba. 1.5 hr to Panama and then 6 hours to Santiago.I arrived at midnight and from there it was still 2.5 hr drive to Matanzas. It was about sunrise when I arrived and I couldnt believe my eyes. This place is beautiful! It reminds me a bit of Australia.. Margaret River actually.Im staying somewhere on top of ahill for the moment with Pauline Katz and the view is fantastic. I can feel my self unwind instantly!We spent the whole afternoon at Matanzas and it was so good to see everyone again. Apparently today was the perfect day toget in the waterbecause the days before were really big! I was really lacking some sleep, so i took to my usual remedy: A quick coffee shot. and off I was to the water. I was really powered on the 4.7. by now I heard so many stories about how tricky the wave is etc etc.But all I could think was how FUN it was to be out there with everyone. Especially being at a totally new spot it was a little bit daunting in the beginning seeing some rocks and plenty riders coming back to the beach with broken gear!But once I was on the water, I eased into it and really enjoyed sailing. I felt like I had already been there before, but i think its a bit of a combination of some other places Ive been too and the fact that Ive watched so many videos of the spot.People were going off all day on the wave and it was a pleasure to be a part ofit!Antoine Martin and Takuma really stood out to me as well as Lisa Wermeister! (obviously everyone is ripping).I hope I can still catch some good sailing days before the contest starts!The atmosphere at the beach and the locals vibe is very laid back andfriendly.The water is a touch colder than I expected. The wave was better than what I have been hearing. The rocks less scary from the water than from the beach and the surroundings are just incredible. Its already the trip Ive dreamt of!CHILE WARM UP VIDEO!PUERTO RICO WWT 4-starIt took a while to make it through to the finals in Puerto Rico due to some tricky conditions, but the waves finally came through on the last day of the event. Bernd Roediger shone through in the light winds to secure victory in the mens final ahead of Takara Ishii who looks to be on fire this year, with local sailor Vincent Beauvarlet claiming third. Over to the ladies and Maria Andres fought her way back to take the event victory ahead of Kaelyn Holmes in second and Coco Foveau back in third. It didnt look like we saw quite the best of Puerto Ricos wave conditions, but the spot sure did show some epic potential. Bernd Roediger has written an excellent piece on his experiences in Puerto Rico and we will be posting that separately.Coco Foveau speaks out!Coco Foveau was clearly unhappy with the outcome in the womens competition and sent us the following report to voice her opinions:I had the opportunity to visit Puerto Rico for the Wind Warrior World competition, a prestigious event rated 4 out of 5 stars on the global ranking scale. Briefly, the number of stars determines the points awarded to competitors towards the World title.We had a great small team from Guadeloupe, including pro riders such as Antoine Martin, our videographer, local riders looking for fun, and friends, including my boyfriend Morgan Noireaux. We didnt feel out of place in terms of climate, but the Americanization of the island was immediately noticeable; fast-food chains every 200 meters in urban areas were particularly striking!From a nature perspective, Puerto Rico was spectacular, rich in surf and windsurf spots, with incredibly welcoming and friendly locals. Having a car is strongly recommended to fully experience the island. Unfortunately, since we were there for the competition and conditions werent ideal, we didnt explore many spots. Nonetheless, this trip really made me eager to return for a freeride session because the islands potential is amazing.We explored four spots: Surfers, primarily for surfing but definitely suitable for windsurfing when windy; Jobos for surfing; Shaks, the main competition site; and Zarapas, another surf/windsurf spot where we also competed. These spots ranged between 10 minutes and 1.5 hours apart.The event organization at Shaks was fantastic, with a beachfront villa as our base and regular social gatherings creating a wonderful atmosphere. I appreciated their flexible approach of relocating the competition, even an hour and a half away, if it meant better conditions.FrustrationHowever, regarding the competition itself, Im deeply disappointed by some internal decisions, particularly regarding the respect shown to us female competitors. I joined the IWT (now WWT) two years ago specifically because they respected riders, especially women, unlike my negative experiences with the PWA, where judges openly made disrespectful remarks such as, conditions are terrible, lets send out the girls.Initially, things seemed to be going well, with heats held at Zarapas. One heat was confusingly cancelled due to non-optimal conditions, despite being clearly manageable. We accepted this decision, believing it was in our best interest. The second heat was understandably cancelled due to genuinely poor conditions.On the second-to-last day, conditions finally improved, yet internal decisions caused total confusion among all the female competitors. The wind was light, waves substantial, and currents strong, yet the heat duration wasnt extended to improve fairness. We entered the water 18 minutes before our heat, yet when it started, no one except me had managed to reach the lineup. Expecting fairness from the organizers, I remained cautious, believing the heat would certainly be cancelled. Shockingly, it wasnt. This turned out to be a huge tactical error on my part, but I would have found no satisfaction winning under such circumstances.Realizing the heat was validated left me extremely frustrated with myself. Conditions deteriorated even further during the following heat. Despite thorough preparation, none of us could perform adequately. Additionally, I began experiencing symptoms related to my ongoing concussion recovery, loss of balance, seasickness, intrusive thoughtsand with mounting frustration, I nearly had an anxiety attack. Maria Andres and I returned to shore, visibly upset, as this heat was also validated despite only one woman managing a minimal wave. Ironically, the following mens heat was cancelled under identical conditions.A subsequent meeting led to private apologies but no official changes, despite unanimous agreement among competitors to invalidate both heats.On the final day at Zarapas, conditions were better, yet the previous days trauma clearly impacted everyones performance. I made strategic mistakes and ended second in the days only heat. Although disappointed, my frustration was directed at myself, which I can handle. However, the unfairness from the day before still lingers, especially since the promised fourth heat to compensate for the fiasco never occurred, despite suitable conditions.I intentionally havent included the overall rankings because I believe they inaccurately represent the competitors true abilitiestwo heats out of three had only one woman managing a marginal performance. Such outcomes are unacceptable and damaging to womens sports. I hope this experience deeply affects judging decisions in the future and that any future errors will be publicly acknowledged rather than just privately.Despite the negative sporting experience, I cherish the overall memories from Puerto Rico, especially thanks to the incredible hospitality of locals like Irene, Nelson, Charlie, and Mickael.A vlog will follow soon, as video editing clearly takes longer than writing! Ill keep you updated on its release.Next stop: Chile, for a new event and fresh energy.Ciao, CocoiQFOiLThe iQFOiL International Games event in Cadiz saw some epic story weather which was challenging for the racers and crew alike. There was lots of rain, swell and strong winds making for some tough but interesting conditions. In the mens races Grae Morris of Australia took the victory in the Medal race ahead of Max Castelein in second with Finn Hawkins with an excellent result in third! In the womens fleet Tamar Steinberg took the gold ahead of fellow Israeli, Sharon Kantor with Emma Wilson taking the bronze!Emma WilsonThe conditions in Cadiz were mega. The forecast was always looking pretty strong and it produced. I had some good speed but sometimes just went a bit too fast and couldnt control it so had a few too many swims, but for me its really good to be pushing at this stage. I really enjoy windsurfing when I push the limits, thats what keeps me motivated and enjoying it, so even though I crashed maybe a bit too much I came away happy. Also, for me entering the medal race in 4th position was a new experience and I was happy to make it through the semi-final.HOLIDAY NEWSCLUB VASSClub Vass tell us Windsurf or Wing, which is your thing? They have just a few places left for the first week of the summer season kicking off on the 18th May! And you can grab a bargain at 100 OFF per person! Now that is a deal! And there are still some space on their Beginner & Intermediate Wing Clinics, but hurry and get booked up or you could miss out!Head to CLUB VASSfor more details!TRANSFER UPDATEGoya and Quatro have been recruiting another Japanese hotshot and this time it is the brother of Takara Ishii (who is already onboard), Hayata Ishii!Francisco Goya announced on social media: Were beyond stoked to announce Hayata Ishii is joining the Goya Windsurfing family! Dont let his age fool you! Hes put in thousands of hours on the water, from Omaezaki to Pozo to charging Jaws. And the real question? Which Ishii brother will claim the World Wave Championship first? One things for sure: it wont be long before theyre both gunning for the top. Its an absolute honour to welcome you, Hayata. Cant wait to share many epic rides!Quatro shaper Keith Teboul posted: Keith: Beyond excited to welcome Hayata to the Quatro Windsurfing Team! As the shaper behind Quatros boards, its always a special moment bringing a new rider on board; especially someone with Hayatas talent and dedication. Ive watched his progression over the years, and his style and commitment to wave riding really stands out. He blends fluidity with power, always pushing the boundaries of whats possible. Thats exactly the kind of energy we look for; riders who inspire, innovate, and challenge themselves. With Hayatas feedback, well keep refining our boards and designs, ensuring we deliver the best for the next generation of windsurfers. Cant wait to see what he accomplishes! Welcome aboard, Hayata. Lets make some magic!Hayata commented: I am now able to ride the board I have always dreamed of. I am truly grateful to Francisco for taking me seriously and offering me a sail. More than ever, I am happy to be part of this sport and industry and to devote myself even more to it.The post WINDSURF: NEWS BULLETIN! appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.

CLUB VASS: SPRING INTO ACTIONCLUB VASS: SPRING INTO ACTIONClub Vass are gearing up for the 2025 seasonand there is a hot deal available for the May 18th week of 100 off per person! Check out the details below!Spring is in the air and that means itstime to get summer sorted for you and your family. With a fantastic choice of kid-friendly kit and inspirational instructors,Club Vass make kids genuinely want to replace screen time with on-water time! There are still some peak season places (including Kids Club & ProKids) available in August and May half term, if you hurry. If youre not tied to school holidays,make the most of the May 18thhot deal 100 off per person. Its the first week of the season, so the perfect chance to be among the first out on all that box-fresh kit from Duotone, Goya & Severne. And if youre ready for take-off, there are just a few wing clinic spaces up for grabs for beginners in September and intermediates throughout the summer. Its nearly timeclubvass.com01992 874566The post CLUB VASS: SPRING INTO ACTION appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.

CHILE WARM UP: FINN MELLONCHILE WARM UP: FINN MELLONAs the excitement and anticipation builds up for the Chile World Cup event, Finn Mellon has just put out a taster of what has been happening in South America to get you warmed up before the official action kicks off next week!Here we go again, 2025 Chile World Cup Is almost here. Super excited to be back in Chile, A place I am falling in love with more after each day. Here is a insight to behind the scenes of warm up for the upcoming First World Tour Event of the year.Mainly filmed by Lucas Meldrum, Victor Fernandez and myself.Big Thank you very much for Jens Hogenkamp for the additional clipsThe post CHILE WARM UP: FINN MELLON appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.

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