PWA SLALOM X FUERTEVENTURA DAY ONE FINALS!PWA SLALOM X FUERTEVENTURA DAY ONE FINALS!What a wild opening day in Fuerteventura! The first two rounds of PWA Slalom X delivered insane action, with winds gusting over 40 knots pushing riders to their limits. Check out the high-octane highlights from the Day One finals right here!PWA ELIMINATION 1 FINALSWatch as the worlds best slalom-riders battle it out at the opening event of the PWA Slalom-X World Tour 2025, vying for ranking points on the journey to the ultimate prize of becoming the World Champion!PWA ELIMINATION 2 FINALSThe post PWA SLALOM X FUERTEVENTURA DAY ONE FINALS! appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.

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GIRLS ON TOUR: POZO IZQUIERDOGIRLS ON TOUR: POZO IZQUIERDOVOL.4On Monday, July 14th, 2025, Pozo Izquierdobecame the stage for thefourth edition ofGirls on Tour an all-women windsurfing gathering which brought togetherover 40 female ridersfor an unforgettable session of progression, connection and good times on the water. WithPauline Katz organizing and the likes of Daida Moreno, Sarah Quita Offringa and Justyna Sniady as coaches lets hear about this unforgettable experience.Photos:@rafasoulartLaunched in 2022 by Pauline Katz,Girls on Tourwas born from a simple idea: to create a supportive space where women can learn from top athletes, challenge themselves, and celebrate windsurfing together.Whether it was someones first session in Pozo or a rider dialling in her next forward loop, every participant was welcomed, encouraged, and coached by some of the best women windsurfers in the world.After an opening meet-up by the statue of Daida Moreno, the riders split into smaller coaching groups led by Daida herself, along with Sarah-Quita Offringa, Justyna Sniady, Sol Degrieck, Pauline Katz and several other top-tier World Cup athletes.The session focused on core skills like overcoming Pozos notorious shore break, reading the spot, jumping technique and wave riding.For some, it was a first-ever go in Pozos powerful conditions, made possible by the encouragement and support of the coaching team. Others seized the moment to push their limits, attempt their first forward loop and soak up world-class feedback. The vibe on the beach was incredible: smiles all around, cheers from the shore and a shared passion for the sport.SARAH QUITA OFFRINGAIt was the 4th edition of the Girls on tour organised by Pauline Katz. Because its straight after the world cup its the perfect time to have the pros around! The idea was to get as many women on the water that day! The groups were separated in 1 Pozo first timers, 2. Wave riding, 3. JumpingI was in charge of the jumping group together with Daida and Sol where we covered forward loops, backloops and push loops. I think these events are so great, because it really brings people together and in the case of some women, some might be a bit intimidated to get on the water at a spot like this, but going with some guidance makes it more accessible and fun. It was amazing to see the age difference as well, I think it must have ranged between 10 and 55 !After the theory on land, we went on the water and everyone was cheering each other one. After the session the best part was the giveaway. It was like a game show haha Everybody got something. All in all we were about 40 women on the water and excitement was high! Thanks to Pauline for organising this and having us as coaches!Pauline Katz, founder of Girls on Tour:Events like this are crucial for womens windsurfing. The energy was incredible, everyone was pushing themselves, supporting each other and simply enjoying being out there together. The atmosphere at a womens event is always unique, and seeing over 40 women sailing in demanding conditions shows just how much womens windsurfing is evolving.Girls on Tour Vol. 4was proudly supported by Brunotti, Severne Windsurfing, Maui Ultra Fins, and Pozowinds, and beautifully captured by @rafasoulart, who has been documenting the journey since day one.Follow the movement and stay tuned for the next sessions on Instagram:@girlsontour__windThe post GIRLS ON TOUR: POZO IZQUIERDO appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.

NICO PRIEN: NUCLEAR RACING IN FUERTEVENTURANICO PRIEN: NUCLEAR RACING IN FUERTEVENTURATake a look at Nico Priens in depth insights from the first day of epic high wind Slalom X in Fuerteventura! Great job editing toLars Wichmann who only managed 1 hour of sleep getting the job done overnight!!Edited and filmed:by Lars WichmannSony A7rV Insta360 X5 // ACE PRO II // Go3sThe post NICO PRIEN: NUCLEAR RACING IN FUERTEVENTURA appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.

CLUB VASS: HOT HOLIDAY DEALCLUB VASS: HOT HOLIDAY DEALTake a look at this incredible last minute family holiday deal from Club Vass for the week commencing the 3rd of August. Grab a space now while they are still available, details below:Last Minute: Hot Holiday Deal!30% OFF 3rd August for 1 Week*Dont miss this exceptional peak season offer, for an unforgettable last-minute family holiday at Club Vass.Choose from: Windsurfing (kit & tuition) OR Wing Foiling (kit only or Beginners Clinic).August is usually fully booked in Vassiliki by now with the promise of perfect conditions for all levels, including gentle mornings for beginners & improvers and stronger cross-shore afternoons for the more advanced. This really is a one-off opportunity to make the most of all that brand-new, state-of-the-art windsurf kit from Duotone, Goya & Severne and Wing kit from Duotone as well as the top-class coaching from the Club Vass crew.There are only limited spaces left, so get in touch now: info@clubvass.net/ 00 44 1992 874566For more info: clubvass.comThe post CLUB VASS: HOT HOLIDAY DEAL appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.

STUDENT WINDSURFING ASSOCIATION (SWA) CROWDFUNDING CAMPAIGNStudent Windsurfing Association (SWA) Crowdfunding CampaignFancy supporting a good cause? Then maybe you can help the SWA in their campaign to raise money for some urgently needed new equipment! More details in the video below!7th July 11th September (8-week campaign) The Student Windsurf Association are fundraising for new and urgently needed windsurfing equipment! If we raise 8975, Sport England will match us and provide the remainder to buy the required equipment. This will include 8 new boards and 14 new sails and rigs. This will make windsurfing more accessible, level the playing field with regards to competitions and get more people progressing, who otherwise wouldnt be able to due to the cost of equipment. And most importantly, get more people on the water and staying in the sport for years to come! Support the next generation of windsurfers! Keep UK Windsurfing alive! Every penny counts! To donate, please follow the link below or scan the QR code at the end of the video! LINK HERE: SWAThe post STUDENT WINDSURFING ASSOCIATION (SWA) CROWDFUNDING CAMPAIGN appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.

THE LAST TIME: PIERRE MORTEFONTHE LAST TIME:PIERRE MORTEFONLife at full speed comes with a lot of memorable momentsand Pierre Mortefon remembers them all. From the last time he flew across the water at 35 knots to the last time he got a speeding ticket or stole a strawberry from his daughter, the world champion racer walks us through the last time he did just about everything!Last time you had a killer windsurfing session?PM: At the beginning of February back on my slalom board in Gruissan! I was flying in 35knots.Last time your computer crashed?PM: Well, it didnt crash but I dropped it in 2018 in the airport after I forgot to zip my bag and it fell to the floor! The computer was just not starting anymore and after a check with technician it was destroyed and I had to buy a new one two days before I departed for the Asia part of the PWA season.Last time you shared a wave?PM: During my last surf session but it was not in purpose as someone stole the wave from me! I was not happy! This was on a little spot close to my house, but the place is quickly crowded as more and more people are surfing.Last time you were in trouble with the Law?PM: I got a speeding fine on the way back from my session at the beach! I was not going so fast maybe 12 km/h extra, but rules are rules the worst is that in France we lose points on top of the fine -2 for this one. Grrrr!Last time you went over the handlebars at full speed?PM: One month ago, with my son biking on a forest, I was pulling him with a line, and I went left and he right we both flew! He did not cry but we were both shocked a bit as it was really not expected and I think I was more scared for him than for me.Last time you had a non-stressful day?PM: Mid-November 2024, I was in Morocco for four days holidays with my wife! That was relaxing! I flew to Agadir then we spent some days in Thagazout then in Imsouane. I really enjoying the time there, it was cool, good food plus some times on the water.Last time you spent a whole day without thinking about work once?PM: I dont remember! Its special, my work is my passion. I always want to make the most of it, prepare well the season, be ready, think about this and that. So, I am thinking a lot about my job and the fact I have an amazing one!Last time you sailed until your body couldnt take any more?PM: This winter during a wave session when on every wave I was telling myself, You should stop, you should stop now!. But it was too good! During the winter we often go to Saintes Marie de la Mer, this place is well known for speed surfing with a canal but its also taking well the south swell coming from the Mediterranean Sea.Last board you really loved?PM: The FMX Invictus 98! That board is a machine! I discovered it last year when we exchange with Finian Maynard. I knew he works a lot on his slalom range and honestly straight on my first run, I had amazing feelings for it. Then I sailed several spots and the board was much more comfortable compared to what I was used to before. And this is super important when you start racing as its super important to be fast but being able to check whats going on around you is also vital! Then I managed to win Gran Canaria Event and secure the Slalom X World Tittle!Last time you ran a mile?PM: Preparing for the school cross country with my son! That was tough! I am not a good fan of running especially being a heavy racer I am not really passionate by running, on the other hand I prefer biking and add it to my preparation.Last time you got really angry?PM: Two days ago, when a guy almost ran us over going out of kinder garden. I was super pissed as I think the people dont really realise bad thing can happen in a second. As I get older and also having kids you realise some thing and also appreciate a lot the life in general. I screamed but was useless, more important was to secure the safety of my little one.Last time you prayed?PM: Last month! I am currently organising my wedding for next summer with Julie. 17 years supporting me she really deserved it!Last time you made a final?PM: November in Japan. The last final of the PWA racing tour! It was a pretty stressful one, things were close and we were getting close the end too. It was one of the lighter races of the year and I had to fight hard to make a top five. Actually just now I made all three finals in Guadeloupe! I got three seconds so not too bad!Last time you clenched your first in celebration?PM: Winning the Foil world title in JapanThat felt good! 2024 was an incredibly intense, I worked a lot and I also wanted to thank my new sponsors. Winning both disciplines was also super special! I really loved the fins before; I enjoy racing on the foil so being at top on both was a dream.Last time you tidied your bedroom?PM: Two days ago! Its not really my thing but I like when its organised, let say I am dealing the outside part and the garage (most important place of the house!)Last time your car broke down?PM: It was last year, nothing bad as I just killed my battery forgetting the light of the car for few days. But I was scared a little bit but was just the battery Last time you had a really bad day?PM: Two weeks ago, I crashed crashing really hard and hit my neck on the first day of a windy week! It was stupid, I just told my friend its so cool to do some fins again you can really push hard and go fast. The wind was a bit gusty and I get a stronger gust coming a bit more from the front and my front foot went out. I crash hard my head and printed it on the monofilm and broke a batten.Last meal you ate?PM: I had a nice grilled piece of beef with potatoes and saladdelicious! I cooked need it, nothing too hard but I liked cooking and prepare some good stuff at home.Last time you washed the dishes?PM: Last night, that is my duty at home! Honestly, we really share all duties, and I dont have too much pressure. The fact is as I am not always at home and its not easy dealing with two kids alone, I am trying to help the maximum I can when I am there.Last time you got really drunk?PM: A long time ago, I am not really a big party guy or drinker! Last party was for sure at home coming back from Japan with a second world title. But I was not sick I just enjoy the moment.Last time you missed a plane?PM: Ten years ago, on my way to Fuerteventura! Everything was well set and organised but the hostess at the counter was way too slow to deal the bags, we had some discussion and negotiation and when everything was fine, she cannot print the tag and we ended missing the flight I had to go back to the van we booked a hotel to wait the next flight the day after Last time you felt stoked with the world?PM: In January after a perfect ski session with my family! It was in the northern alps in France, I really enjoy skying. I was lucky enough to ski when I was a kid then I did a break few years ago to dont take any risk for my season. But we started again to go when my son was old enough. Skiing is an amazing sport to share with your kids.Last book you read?PM: The Art of Winning Dan Carter! Its really inspiring, for the one who dont know the author he was the captain of All Black rugby team and was an amazing player. I like to read athlete autobiography, and his one is amazing, inspiring with a solid head and a nice life.Last piece of clothing you bought?PM: I bought a pair of jeans. I have a good friend working in clothes industry and once a year he pushes me to pass by his shop and get some new stuff. I am not a fashionista, but I like to be ok with my clothes and I wear things that are super comfy!Last time you laughed out loud?PM: We were playing on a friends WE 2 months ago remembering the old days!Last time you went for a slap-up meal?PM: Last Sunday!Last time you made the bed?PM: This morning, I like to make it clean every morning, it launches the day. And I also really enjoy entering my bed when it is nicely made!Last time you cried?PM: This winter, it was a mix feeling. From being on top of the world then getting back to normal life with some problems and usual stuff. I think its not a bad thing.Last time you were conned?PM: Last month buying some stuff on internet and being engaged for 6 months! It was some new coffee on the internet. I wanted to try and discover it but being locked in make me crazy.Last time you were romantic?PM: For Valentines Day! Nothing special, home good dinner, nice wine, flowers Last time you won something non windsurfing?PM: Last weekend I won at Monopoly with my family! Its funny as you need to deal with everyone and try to be smart to start problem and really enjoy the moment.Last time you broke a bone?PM: 2012 in Fuerteventura. I broke my foot; I had a massive crash going out while training for the world cup. My foot hit the board badly. I came back to the hotel hardly walking and the next morning (1st day of the event) I could not wake up. So, I decide to flight back to France and check with a good doctor. The fact was next event was two weeks after in Turkey and I did not want to miss it for my annual ranking. So, we decided with the doctor to try to make the event with a special bandage. I was not risking anything except having pain. It was ok and hard, but I managed to race all week and be ok on the results. When I came back home, the next day I got a cast for a month and was only just ready for the next event in Sylt.Last time you were jealous?PM: Last week, both kids ask for the mother reading a story to sleep.Last time you lost some money?PM: Last fine I got for speeding! I dont drive to fast usually, getting older I am getting safer I think I was fined 90.Last time you gambled?PM: This winter I went for the 250 Euro millions / I got zero!Last time you said I am really sorry?PM: To my wife, I forgot to do some stuff at home and we lost time for our weekend!Last time gig you went to?PM: I went to see 50 Cent! It was two years ago! It was a big concert in a massive place with probably 10,000 people, it was funny with people from all generation and yes, we song all the songs from when I was teenager.Last board you loved?PM: New Phantom SPARK 86 I call it The Space Shuttle!.Last time you went on a non-windsurfing holiday?PM: November in Morocco surfingI love holidays!Last time you stole something?PM: Two hours ago, I stole one strawberry from my daughter!Last time you saw an amazing windsurfing manoeuvre?PM: Last week checking the PWA wave competition in Chile! Honestly, I was impressed by lot of riders! The four finalists; I liked all their style! Marcilio and Marc are amazing athletes and really solid competitors on the side of their style. Camille and Baptiste have amazing style also.Last time you jumped so high that you were scared?PM: When I jumped with my slalom kit in Le JAI, my local beach! I think I was going 7/8 meters into the sky. That is when the mistral is blowing you get 1/2m chop and 50 knots, the perfect place to fly!Last time you patted yourself on the back?PM: Coming back from Japan last year, being at home with two trophies to show my wife and two kids! All the family was waiting for me at the airport with 20 friends! We celebrated there and continued a bit for a party, but I was completely destroyed from the flight. I almost miss last flight to get home in Paris, because I was sleeping in the waiting area!Last time you stayed in bed all day?PM: Last Christmas I had a massive flue!Last time you had a fight?PM: Last training camp with the youth French generation. The new generation is pushing hard but they are sometimes too crazy and going to the extremes; so, we had some discussion, it was noisy!Last time you told a little white lie?PM: When I told my son the skatepark was closed going home after school! It was already late and I knew we will be late for dinner and sleep.Last time you read a windsurf magazine cover to cover?PM: 10 years ago, I dont remember exactly which one probably a French one, but I was more addicted some years ago. But last time we did a catamaran trip with my friend in the Caribbean. I really enjoyed reading all the articles we work on with several magazines.Last time you did a jump that made you scared?PM: Last week on my foil kit with 4.5m. With the foil you can fly high, three to four meter easy but I ejected from my equipment because I was not sure of landing.Last time you messed up a gybe?PM: This summer in Fuerteventura! This year it was hardcore, racing Fin and Foil was exhausting, last day of fin I was tired. One race, I pushed hard fighting with Matteo and enter way too hard on a gybe.Last time you landed a new move?PM: Aaaaah A long time ago, I dont try many new moves anymore! Long time ago I was doing some freestyle, with Spock 540, flaka and willy skipperLast time you shredded a wave and though to yourself, Im the man!PM: During my last wave session! I was waiting the wave from far and really respecting wave rules! Then a kite gybed in front of me when I had selected my wave so I was burned. Then the next wave in the set, I scored the wave of my session!The post THE LAST TIME: PIERRE MORTEFON appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.

NICO PRIEN: FULL SPEED CRASH AND DAY 2 HIGHLIGHTSNICO PRIEN: FULL SPEED CRASH AND DAY 2 HIGHLIGHTSIt was another sleepless night for Nico Priens dedicated cameraman and video editor, Lars Wichmann, who worked through the night to deliver the highlights from yesterdays intense racing at the PWA Slalom X event in Fuerteventura. From full-throttle crashes to high-wind drama, catch all the wild action right here:Edited and filmedby Lars WichmannSony A7rV Insta360 X5 // ACE PRO II // Go3s The post NICO PRIEN: FULL SPEED CRASH AND DAY 2 HIGHLIGHTS appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.