MORITZ MAUCH: MAKING MOVESMORITZ MAUCH: MAKING MOVESMoritz Mauch was without a doubt one of the standout performers in the waves at the 2025 PWA Pozo and Tenerife events. His explosive one-handed goiters and ultra-precise wave 360s lit up the line-up and had everyone talking. With the Canaries contests wrapped and the dust settled, we caught up with Moritz to find out about his background, how he pulls off those jaw-dropping moves and where he sees his windsurfing heading next.Photos: PWA / Carter, PWA / RafasoulartWINDSURF: Tell us about your background?MM: Im originally from Gran Canariaborn and raised here. My parents are German, and I grew up right on the ocean in Baha Feliz, just 15 minutes from Pozo Izquierdo. With my dad being a windsurfer, it felt kind of natural to end up on a board too. I started windsurfing really young, and around the age of 12 or 13, I got into surfing and SUP as well. Being surrounded by water and wind all year round made it super easy to fall in love with all kinds of water sports.WINDSURF: have you always preferred wave riding over jumping?MM: Yeah, I feel like Ive always preferred wave riding over jumping. But theres also a story behind it, when I was about 13, I broke my foot in several places doing a forward loop. After that, jumping was painful and I didnt really improve, so I never fully fell in love with it. I think I just stuck to what I was good at, which was riding waves. But looking back now, I definitely shouldve put more time into jumping at a younger ageits just easier to learn when youre young.WINDSURF: Some of the waves you rode in the Pozo 2025 competition were seriously next levelhow did you develop that style?MM: I usually ride with a sail size thats a bit bigger than what I probably should be on, just to always have power in the sail. I think it mostly comes down to timing and using the wind the right way. In onshore conditions, you really have to work with every section and create your own speedits not like down-the-line, where the wave gives you that push. Spending years sailing in Pozo definitely helps, you learn to take advantage of even the smallest sections and find ways to keep going.WINDSURF: What are you tips for charging in onshore conditions?MM: First of all, I always say: make sure your gybe is solid. A proper full-planing gybe gives you the foundation to keep your speed through bottom turns. A lot of people lose speed in the turn, and I think it often comes from not knowing how to gybe, while keeping momentum. In Pozo, you need a solid bottom turn to carry speed, since you dont have much wave power to work with. Start with clean bottom turns, focus on board speed, and use your body more than your sail. A lot of people tend to over-sheet the sail, but especially if youre not trying to go super radical yet, its better to let your body lead and keep flow.WINDSURF: If you want to get to the next level in the competitions will you need to start learning doubles loops and push forwards?MM: I think if you really want to push at events like Pozo, you have to be complete. Last year I actually started jumping more, doing more back loops and trying to get more consistent with them. Unfortunately, I broke my foot again a few months ago, so that slowed things down. But my goal was to be ready for Pozo this year with better jumps. Im proud of my wave riding, but it would be great to finally get a good result in Pozo with solid jumps too. I dont really see myself launching into push forwardstheyre on a whole other levelbut I am motivated to properly learn doubles again. I landed a few in the past, but its been a long time since I tried one seriously.WINDSURF: Does being a really good onshore wave rider help you when you switch to side shore or side-off?MM: Definitely. I think every bit of time on the water helps, no matter the conditionsor even the sport. The more experience you have, the better you get at reading waves and adapting to different setups. Its not the same, of courseyou have to spend some time adjusting, maybe tweak your gear a bit. But I really enjoy those changes. I love sailing side-off or side-shore conditions when they come around. Here in Gran Canaria, we actually have a few spots with side shore winds, and occasionally we even get offshore wind, which is super fun. So yeah, being used to onshore helps a lot, but you still need to put in the time to get comfortable with the other setups too.WINDSURF: What conditions do you prefer?MM: I really enjoy classic Pozo, full power, windy with good waves. Thats where I can really work on my wave moves and try to go as high as possible. But I also love those light wind, floaty days. I dont really mind whether its starboard tack or port tack either. I feel like I can have fun in any kind of conditions, which I think is a big plus.WINDSURF: How did Pozo 2025 go for you?MM: So yeah, basically we arrived here on Saturday. It was a pretty nuclear forecast and I wasnt too excited about it, to be honest, because Im struggling a lot with jumping, especially if its like full on nuclear. So, I didnt have much expectations really.But yeah, it started out with the first heat. I felt like I had two really good waves like straight at the beginning so I could do some two very basic jumps, but it was all fine.And just hit after hit, I felt like I got into rhythm. I always kicked off with two pretty good waves and backed it up with two very basic jumps, but it was enough to go through a couple of rounds and was really, really happy about it.I was actually changing down sails in the heats for the jumps, because normally I, I really like to be powered up on the wave sailing just to have all that punch and like go higher.But then of course Im struggling a lot on the jumping just because Im like 30 kg25 kg less than most of the guys. Im like 63 kg and Im on the sails size as them for wave riding, but then obviously for jumping I need to scale down.But there were already heats where I was just on the same sail the whole time, so yeah, it was, it was also the wind was very gusty. I really enjoy the wave riding and I feel like its very hard if youre kind of good on something and then you go to the other part of the sport where theres jumping and Im really bad, so its kind of frustrating.But saying that, having spent a lot of time with Mark Pare the last few months, The plan was to train some jumping before Tenerife, and hes been showing me some secret double tips. In Pozo, I wanted to do a double in a few in the heats, but it was just too windy, like on the 3.1m or 3.3m fully maxed. It didnt make much sense. I would have probably just lost time killing myself and then, yeah, losing time and not finding good ways because of that, so I was like just concentrating on one-handed goiters and wave 360s.WINDSURF: How do you sort of load up to do that move?MM: Yeah, as I told you, I feel like Im always normally really powered up, so I feel like I can get just a bit higher. And then I think it just comes from repetition. Ive learned how to windsurf in Pozo and its basically I just focus 100% on the wave riding side. So I feel like Im very consistent. And even if the section doesnt line up perfect, I kind of can make it around.Its been super busy in Pozo the last few weeks, months and we havent sailed actually good Pozo with an empty line-up, so it makes such a big difference in the contest that you basically could choose the right wave with nobody in the way! In the free siding, you just got to jiggle around everyone and its a nightmare. So I was actually really happy about that and yeah, it felt good to get some good height on all the goiters.WINDSURF: So, you were using it the yeah, the Omnia, the 75 L board.MM: Yep, its a production board. I got it like two weeks before the contest and I really enjoy it. Its over 10L above my weight and it was like 50 knots and I could control it really good in the straight line. And the wave riding is really, really good on it. I normally always use the fly wave and really enjoyed that one, but for Pozo, it was a hard decision, but I think Im going to stick to the Omnia for here.WINDSURF: How do you get along with Marc Pare?MM: These last few months Ive seen a side of him I didnt know so much about. I think hes changed a bit as well, hes amazing to be around with because he pushes you.He has a very high standard of himself, so its always like whenever we go sailing, its like you push to the maximum I want to keep up with him on the waves as well, so hes like pushing really hard and yeah, its really good. He sometimes hes walking my dogs when I dont have time and its also really good because hes very into developing boards and sails and everything. So even though Im not really into it, hes showing me and hes kind of making me understand how a sail affects your sailing if its rigged up one way or the other with different masts etc.WINDSURF: How do you like being a part of the Simmer Style team?MM: Its been amazing. The teams been super supportive, and I get along really well with everyone, Marc, Vicente from Chile, and of course Kai, whos always a legend. Everyone involved in the company is really passionate and hands-on, and that just creates a great vibe. It feels more like a family than a team. We are messaging directly with everyone whos involved in it, and its really nice to be honest. Its like a really small team but its very core and I like that.WINDSURF: How easy was it to switch over, when you first used the Simmer gear, and which boards have you been riding?MM: It was honestly super easy. I think I was on the sails for two days before the Tenerife comp last year, and it already felt like Id been using them forever. I really enjoy the Blacktips, theyre powerful, stable, and basically everything I want in a wave sail. For boards, Ive mostly been on the Flywave, especially the 78L model. I love that board in any conditionfrom onshore to offshore. Its super responsive in the waves but still controllable in strong winds, which is exactly what I look for.WINDSURF: How do the Simmer boards and sails suit your style?MM: Since switching to Simmer gear, Ive noticed I have way more speed through my bottom turns. That means I dont need to use oversized sails like I used to; now I can ride more comfortably and still keep that drive. The boards carry speed so well, and that helps not just in riding but also in jumping. Im not always super overpowered now, which actually makes it easier to get back into jumping. Ive used the boards in all sorts of conditions, from tiny waves to bigger stuff, and theyve performed great across the board.WINDSURF: What do you look for in a wave board?MM: I want a board that carries speed throughout the whole turn, bottom and top. That way I can focus on reading the wave and hitting the right sections without thinking too much about the gear. It also needs to be really controllable in strong wind, especially since I live in such a windy place. And finally, I need a board that gives me a solid amount of drive, so I can push hard and really feel the rails engage smoothly in the water.WINDSURF: How much has your SUP surfing influenced your windsurfing?MM: Honestly, I think I already had my windsurfing style before I got into SUP, but its definitely helpedespecially in starboard tack conditions since I surf regular. SUP has helped me stay in shape, read waves better, and just spend more time in the ocean. Like in Chile at the last Challenger event, we ended up moving the comp to Topocalma. Id never windsurfed there before and caught my first wave in the heat. But I felt a bit more confident because Id been stand-up paddling that wave the two days before. So, I kind of already knew it. I really believe any time you spend doing one water sport helps you in the others and Im super happy about that crossover.WINDSURF: What keeps you so motivated?MM: Just the feeling of being in the water. Im happiest when Im riding waves, whether its windsurfing, SUP, or surfing. That connection with the ocean keeps me going every single day.WINDSURF: What are your ambitions in windsurfing?MM: After a few years of not really following the tour, Im super motivated to get back into the rhythm of full-time competition. I want to push my level again, not just in wave riding, which Ive been focusing on but also in jumping, to see how far I can take it.More importantly, I want to keep having fun. Im not just motivated by results in events. I also want to create more video content and help other people improve their windsurfing, so they can enjoy it even more.WINDSURF: What are your sports and hobbies outside of windsurfing?MM: Pretty much everything in the water, surfing, SUP, wing foiling, downwind foilingyou name it. I also love filming from the water and creating content around all these sports. That creative side really adds something different to my day-to-day.WINDSURF: What happened with your injury last season?MM: Yeah, that was a tough one. It happened during my first proper comp outside the Canaries in a while, and I was stoked to be in Maui. It wasnt even a heavy crash or anything, just a random moment that led to the injury.It hit my confidence a bit, but I was lucky to find an amazing surgeon in Germany, Sebastian Altenberger, who took great care of my foot. And back home, Daida Ruano has been helping me a lot with physio. Im finally starting to feel like Im back to 100%, and Im just excited to move forward and stop thinking about it.WINDSURF: What are your plans for the rest of the season?MM: Train hard, film more, follow the tour, and hopefully make a trip somewhere epic for a pure sailing mission. Id love to get a good result, but mostly I just want to spend as much time on the water as possible.WINDSURF: What else do you do to earn money or can you live off being a pro athlete?MM: So, heres a little breakdown: Simmer Style supports me a lot, which allows me to attend competitions and travel for windsurfing. Then I work closely with Gong Galaxy, they support me too, and I do monthly photo and video shoots for them.And besides that, I run a business with my good friend and ex-competitor Pablo Ramirez. We provide water housings for high-end cinema productions that come to the Canaries; like Netflix, HBO, Amazon Prime, and others. So, between those three income streams, I can make it work. Its not always easy, but it definitely keeps me motivated to keep evolving and find new ways to grow both as an athlete and entrepreneur.The post MORITZ MAUCH: MAKING MOVES appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.

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WINDSURFER MAGAZINE ANNOUNCES ALL-WINDSURFER TEAMWINDSURFER MAGAZINE ANNOUNCES ALL-WINDSURFER TEAMWindsurfer Magazine, the bi-annual, coffee tablestyle publication dedicated to celebrating the culture, heritage, and future of windsurfing, is proud to announce that every stakeholder in its core team is a passionate and active windsurfer. This unique foundation ensures that the magazines editorial direction, storytelling, and visual identity are anchored in lived experiences, community insight, and an unshakable love for the sport.TheWindsurfer Magazineteam brings together a diverse blend of talent and genuine on-water experience:Tris BestEditor: Tris whole working life has been dedicated to the sport. From qualifying as an instructor and later appointed as an RYA Trainer, to being head-hunted for the role of Features Editor of a past windsurfing publication, he has deep-rooted experience across all the industrys varying facets. Co-founding his own board-sports centre (The Official Test Centre OTC) in 2006, Tris had the foresight to provide new resource and accessibility to the sport and will steer the magazines editorial vision to continue this mission.Lucas MeldrumDesign Director: UK Wave Champion in 2023, Lucas blends competitive insight with bold, contemporary design. A regular face on the wave world tours, he is well connected for content, and has a keen eye for presenting the articles in all their majesty.James Cox Website Creator: One of the UKs stand-out wave-riders (not least due to the height he jumps!), James is the digital craftsman behindWindsurfer Magazines online experience, and will ensure it develops as the project matures. Dan MacaulayStrategist & Marketing: Undoubtedly one of the keenest windsurfers on the planet (perhaps second only to Oli), Dan Founded Brandwave Marketing in 2006 a marketing consultancy for many of the worlds leading sports brands, governing bodies, and teams. As such Windsurfer Magazine is a dream project for Dan, and together with his team, hes involved in driving the magazines positioning and global reach with both creative flair and industry know-how.Oli SargentSeed Partner: One of the most passionate windsurfers youd ever have the pleasure to meet, Oli is the catalyst for the magazines birth, supporting its growth with a deep belief in the sport and its storytelling potential.When every decision-maker in the project has felt the rush of carving down a glassy cross-off wave or the anticipation whilst rigging in a howling storm, you create a publication with an authentic heartbeat, saidTris Best. This isnt just about covering the sport, its about honouring it. Our hands are callused and we have salt in our hair. We cant pay attention to anything when the trees are doing the windy dance. Only a windsurfer knows this feeling; we are very special club a resilient collective, each enduring a thousand catapults to become a part of it!By centring its vision in the lived reality of the sport,Windsurfer Magazineaims to stand apart from traditional watersports media. It offers readers a blend of insider insight and inspiring real-world journalism, for windsurfers, by windsurfers.About Windsurfer MagazineWindsurfer Magazineis a bi-annual, coffee tablestyle publication celebrating windsurfings culture, people, places, and future. With a commitment to timeless storytelling, environmental stewardship, and journalistic excellence, the magazine explores the sport from its hidden corners to its biggest momentsalways through the eyes of those who live it.For more information and to ensure youre one of the first in line to secure yourself a copy, register your interest atwww.windsurfer.coThe post WINDSURFER MAGAZINE ANNOUNCES ALL-WINDSURFER TEAM appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.

DUOTONE: SS26 D/LAB WAVE BOARDS AND SS26 WAVE SAILS LAUNCH!DUOTONE: SS26 D/LAB WAVE BOARDS AND SS26 WAVE SAILS LAUNCH!Duotone have just released their exciting new SS26 D/Lab wave boards and SS26 wave sails. The brand has made massive updates to the range with some real game changes in both board and sail design!BOARDSUltra Grip SLS & Ultra Grip & Grip 3 SLS & Grip 3Similar to what we have achieved with the SUPER_HERO D/ LAB sails our goal was to create real game changers with our new wave board range. What we had learned from the SUPER_HERO D/LAB development is that you need to work on all aspects to really make a decisive improvement.Switching our board technology from the industry standard semi custom technology to our exclusive FULL CUSTOM PRODUCTION marked the foundation for all the rest to come. Because this technology lifted our weight vs. strength ratio to a whole new level. And it finally allowed us to make every single prototype in the factory like we are doing with our sails since over 30 years. Because the best prototype is worth nothing if it cant be reproduced or feels different due to different materials, processes or weight.To achieve a similar step up in the 3D design we decided to get our own CAD program written. Compared to the industry-standard Shape3D software our AI_BOARD_3D program is much more accurate and lets us perform even super complex shaping tasks like the brand-new SYNCEDCURVES CONCEPT.Our main goals were to create designs which have a maximum range of use and are easier (less exhausting) plus more radical on the wave. Basically we wanted to create a more stable platform which is great for getting going and going over the white water. But at the same time the boards should turn even more radical when going down the line, which are opposing features you usually cant combine.Here are the 3 major shape details our team has developed over the last 2.5 years!Stable Yet Radical Concept: Our wave boards are 1-2cm wider than most other boards. The increased width results in a more stable platform. This makes our wave boards as stable as a 5L bigger board while drifting/floating and going over white water. Most importantly the additional width leads to an increased outline curve. This improves the maneuverability which makes the board turn as radical as a 5L smaller board. The result is an unbeatable broad range of useULTRA GRIP SLSULTRA GRIP SLS IN A NUTSHELLDesigned with our own AI_BOARD_3D software, which enables us to integrate unprecedentedly complex shaping tasks. The ULTRA GRIP SLS is truly like nothing else and will take your wave riding to the next level! The main goal was to create designs with maximum range of use that are both easier to ride and more radical on the wave. This is achieved through the three major shape innovations our team has developed over the last 2.5 years: the STABLE YET RADICAL CONCEPT, 3-STAGE ROCKER, and SYNCED CURVES CONCEPT. With the focus on Ground Swell and Windy Euro waves.ULTRA GRIPULTRA GRIP IN A NUTSHELLDesigned with our own AI_BOARD_3D software, which enables us to integrate unprecedentedly complex shaping tasks. The ULTRA GRIP is truly like nothing else and will take your wave riding to the next level! The main goal was to create designs with maximum range of use that are both easier to ride and more radical on the wave. This is achieved through the three major shape innovations our team has developed over the last 2.5 years: the STABLE YET RADICAL CONCEPT, 3-STAGE ROCKER, and SYNCED CURVES CONCEPT. With the focus on Ground Swell and Windy Euro waves.GRIP 3GRIP 3 IN A NUTSHELLDesigned with our own AI_BOARD_3D software, which enables us to integrate unprecedentedly complex shaping tasks. The GRIP 3 SLS is truly like nothing else and will take your wave riding to the next level! The main goal was to create designs with maximum range of use that are both easier to ride and more radical on the wave. This is achieved through the three major shape innovations our team has developed over the last 2.5 years: the STABLE YET RADICAL CONCEPT, 3-STAGE ROCKER, and SYNCED CURVES CONCEPT. With a focus on Euro Waves and Logo-High ground swell.SAILSSUPER HERO SLSThe brand new SUPER_HERO SLS is now replacing the standard SUPER_HERO. With a radical weight reduction of 450 grams, it is a massive update, as it now has the same ultra-light weight as the SUPER_HERO D/LAB.But thats not all, because all our wave sails follow the same 3 design principles that set them apart from all other sails out there:Wind range This is our top priority. It describes how much wind you can cover with a single sail size. Ultimately, this means how many sails you need in your quiver and how often you have to switch your sail due to changing wind conditions.The most important factor in increasing the wind range is to avoid the sail from stretching/blowing. Lab and on water tests confirm that the total stretch depends mainly on the film thickness. Okay, you can partially compensate ultra thin film by increasing the thread/yarn density. But the space in-between the threads will always stretch. For this reason, we use a relatively thick film for the large center panel above the window. No one else does this, as using an ultra-thin center panel is the easiest way to save weight, but it comes at a price.Maximum durability and longevity!Maximum puncture resistance against rocks and reefs is particularly important when getting washed in the waves. Also, you want to use your sail for more than just one season even in hot places. Lab and on water tests confirm that puncture and UV resistance depend EXCLUSIVELY on the thickness of the film. Thats why we are the only brand that can offer an extended 5-YEAR WARRANTY on our wave sails. Low weight is the only criterion that helps everyone to improve and sail longer, no matter if you are a pure beginner or a World Cup rider. However, you have to distinguish between the weight on the scale and the weight on the water in your hands. When a sail stretches/blows out, it starts to feel heavier in your hands. Thats why we are only interested in the so-called sailing weight. Yes, our wave sails are among the lightest on the scale, but its only on the water that they play in a league of their own.Shape Follows Construction Instead of simply using the same 3D shape, luff curve and twist pattern for all sails in every construction, each sail is completely redesigned and reengineered from the ground up. This is the only way we can exploit the full potential of stretch-free CARBON XPly, for example. This makes all SLS and especially D/LAB sails real game changers. Thats the reason why it took us over 2 years to develop the new SUPER_HERO SLS. Using the SUPER_HERO SLS you instantly feel its incredible ultra-light feeling with lightning quick reaction. And best of all it stays that way even when a gust hit in. The SUPER_HERO SLS combines ultra-light sailing weight with maximum wind range to take your wave sailing to the next level!Benefits centered draft > balanced pull on both hands makes it super controllable ultra-light AND max. wind range AND durableSUPER HERO SLS IN A NUTSHELLWith over 2 years of development, the brand new SUPER_HERO SLS is now replacing the standard SUPER_HERO. With a radical weight reduction of 450 grams, it is a massive update, as it now has the sameultra-light weight as the SUPER_HERO D/LAB. Using the SUPER_HERO SLS you instantly feel its incredibleultra-light feeling with lightning quick reaction. Andbest of all it stays that way even when a gust hit in. TheSUPER_HERO SLS combines ultra-light sailing weight with maximum wind range to take your wave sailing to the next level!SUPER HERO D/LABThe SUPER_HERO D/LAB is the biggest evolution on a wave sail in our history deservedly carrying the D/LAB label. Because for us, D/LAB represents the maximum technically achievable, giving a glimpse into the future.3 things set the SUPER_HERO D/LAB apart from any other sail out there:Unseen Wind Range Unbelievable but true the wind range is extended in both directions means it gets planning earlier while offering more high-end control. To give you a better idea on the Original SUPER_HERO a typical quiver is 5.3 4.7 4.2. With the SUPER_HERO D/LAB though you can go 5.0 4.2 and cover the same range!Ultra-Light On The Water The physical weight is just one side of the medal. As usual though the real truth happens on the water. The sailing weight describes how light the sail feels in your hands while sailing. It is a combination of the physical weight but more importantly the sails dynamic. Therefore, we are only interested in the so-called sailing weight. A responsive/ dynamic sail feels lighter in your hands. On the other hand a spongy sail feels heavier in your hands eating up much of the physical weight advantage.Technora/Dyneema and Kevlar have a high tear strength, but are not very stiff (only similar stiffness than the Polyester monofilm). Therefore, if being reduced in thickness to save weight (membrane and laminated or composite sails), these sails tend to become quite spongy and dull to ride. This sponginess results in a less efficient sail with a reduced wind range (especially when overpowered).Carbon, on the other hand, is approx. 3-4 times stiffer than Technora/Dyneema and Kevlar. Using our INTELLIGENT CARBON XPLY CONSTRUCTION we have found the ideal balance. The CARBON XPLY in the high load clew, top and tack areas guarantee unsurpassed low stretch and power transmission. However, the slightly more (re)flexing regular XPly in the body avoids the power from becoming uncontrollable. This makes the SUPER_HERO D/LAB extremely responsive and dynamic. In combination with the very low physical weight this results in the lowest possible sailing weight. There is no sail that feels lighter in your hands than the SUPER_HERO D/LAB!Ultra-Light Without Any Sacrifice On Durability The easy and usual way to bring down the weight is by reducing the film/laminate thickness. Unfortunately reducing the film thickness has an over-proportional effect on the wear resistance and longevity in general. This is the reasons why reducing the weight the easy way by just reducing the skin thickness has never been an option for us because all our products are designed and engineered according to our motto LIGHT DONE RIGHT.For the SUPER_HERO D/LAB we use the same film/laminate thickness as with our bomb-proof Original SUPER_HERO. The fusion bonding joining the panels are much stronger than traditional sewing (actually the fusion bonding is even stronger than the materials itself). Hard to believe but experience has shown that the SUPER_HERO D/LAB is even stronger than the Original SUPER_HERO. We back this up with our industry-leading 5 YEAR WARRANTY, something no other brand is able to offer.Please note: after intensive uv radiation, the fusion bonding may take on a yellowish tint. Extensive lab and water tests confirm that this is purely aesthetic and has no influence on the mechanical properties/strength. Thats why this is excluded from the warranty.Benefits: centered draft > balanced pull on both hands makes it super controllable ultra-light AND max. wind range AND durableSUPER HERO D/LAB IN A NUTSHELLThe SUPER_HERO D/LAB is the biggest evolution on awave sail in our history deservedly carrying the D/LABlabel. Because for us, D/LAB represents the maximumtechnically achievable, giving a glimpse into the future.3 things set the SUPER_HERO D/LAB apart from any othersail out there: An Unseen wind range, feeling Ultra-Light on the water and with the motto LIGHT DONE RIGHT we mean that this sail is Ultra-Light without any sacrifice on durability. Hard to believebut experience has shown that the SUPER_HERO D/LABis even stronger than the Original SUPER_HERO. We back this up with our industry-leading 5 YEAR WARRANTY,something no other brand is able to offer.DUKEDUKE IN A NUTSHELLThe ULTRA FreeWave redefines the freemove category by avoiding the usual compromise designs. Instead of starting with an easy freeride shape, its built from a high-performance freestyle board, delivering explosive acceleration, pop, and agility. Tuned for wave use with a crisp, responsive feel, it excels in both tri-fin and single-fin setupsoffering 70% of the performance of dedicated wave (GRIP 3 / Ultra Grip) and freestyle (SKATE) boards. Built in FULL CUSTOM technology, its lighter, stronger, and more dynamic than ever. Available in six sizes and three premium constructions, the ULTRA FreeWave delivers unmatched control, versatility, and pure riding excitement across all conditions.DUOTONE Windsurfing Welcome to True Windsurfing.The post DUOTONE: SS26 D/LAB WAVE BOARDS AND SS26 WAVE SAILS LAUNCH! appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.

THE ROAD ENDS HERE! THE MOTLEY CREW THURSOTHE ROAD ENDS HERE!THE MOTLEY CREW THURSOONE OF THE MOST RIDICULOUS ROAD TRIPS EVER!When John Carter and Timo Mullen team up, you can usually expect some level of chaos. But this time, theyve truly outdone themselves! What started out as Timo looking at a dartboard low on the weather map, quickly escalated into a ridiculous 1,400-mile round-trip sprint to chase a 6.5m swell and 50-knot winds in Thurso, Scotland. Armed with an fragile tripod, an innocent cocker spaniel and just enough time to make it back for a Sunday lunch rendezvous, the Motley Crew redefined the phrase strike mission and probably broke several laws of logic in the process.Words and photos: John Carter.ADVENTURE BREWINGWhen the last trophies were lifted at the closing party in Japan at the PWA foil slalom finals, it marked the official wrap up of my photography season. After a gruelling fourteen-hour flight back from Tokyo, I finally landed back in London, eager for some well-earned downtime with my family. But as I collected my bags at Heathrow, my phone buzzed; a WhatsApp message from Timo Mullen. I hadnt even set foot in my house yet, and I already knew what this meant; another wild adventure was brewing.I wasnt wrong. The message was a screenshot of the forecast for Thurso in three days, predicting monster 6.5m waves and 40-knot northwest winds scheduled for Saturday.Normally, Id ignore a message like that for at least a day or two (I get about three a week from Timo!). But Thurso has always had a special place in my heart; it can be a dream location to shoot, despite the monumental effort it takes to get there. Buteven if I was tempted to go, there was one potential stumbling block; my wife had already arranged a 2 p.m. lunch with friends on Sunday. If I didnt make it back in time for that well, lets just say there would be consequences.As I rode home in the taxi, I gave Timo a call to hear him out. Over the years, weve pulled off some ridiculous travel missions; driving many hours each way for just a few hours of sailing isnt unheard of. But this plan? This one outdid them all.THE PLANHeres what Timo had in mind; wed leave for Thurso on Friday, drive for 12 hours (with barely any stops, of course), sail all day Saturday in monstrous conditions, and then, wait for it; jump straight back into the car after the session to drive another 12 hours back home. All in time for Sunday morning commitments.Im no stranger to intense travel schedules, but even I had to admit this was pushing it.Three days later I was committed and was even issued the green light from my wife just as long as I was back by midday Sunday. Timo had been busy with logistics and rented a car, which he had worked out would be far cheaper than taking his gas guzzling van, even with the car rental cost included. So, we would be travelling in style, or so I thoughtThe crazy mission finally kicked off at Southampton ferry port at 11 am on Friday where we met up ready for the 700-mile journey to the very north of Scotland. The plan was to drive as far as Inverness (580 miles) where we would grab a few hours sleep in a Travelodge and then finish the journey of in the morning to Thurso. The first minor glitch was the fact my bags would not even fit in the car which was already full to the brim with boards, sails, masts and booms. Once we had achieved what I thought was the impossible, I opened the front door ready to get comfy, only to be greeted by Timos cocker spaniel Freddie who was sprawled out on the front seat. My dreams of a luxurious drive quickly evaporatedIt was clear the word luxury was no longer on the agenda. As we hit the road the first words I said to Timo was You do know we are absolutely insane to be doing this! Yep, he replied but these are the days I live for!.With Timo at the wheel, we eventually made it to Inverness that night, slept for about four hours and were up at 6am on Saturday morning ready to hit Scotland.JOHN O GROATSSo, by 8am we were battling with 50 knots winds while trying to take the obligatory selfies with the famous John o Groats sign. Looking out at the sea state in the background, the conditions looked extreme and there was a tonne of swell breaking out on the islands in the distance.This was going to be mental day up in Scotland that is for sure. After a quick stop at Thurso Tesco for much-needed bacon and sausage baps (5 star Motley Crew rating!), plus supplies for the day, we headed to a spot we call the Spur (Murkle on the map) which is on the road out of town towards Dunnet Head.THE SPURWe now had one last rugged track to navigate to finally reach what we had come all this way for. There was a tiny parking area at the end of the road, with barely enough room for one or two vehicles, although on a day like this we knew we would be the only ones there. We were greeted by hailstones the size of golf balls, a traditional Thurso welcome!Out on the huge horseshoe reef, which is just across the bay from the launch point the waves were rifling down the point. I had brought my drone with me hoping to get an aerial view of the set up but with the wind still exceeding 50 knots, it would have to stay in the bag for another day. It was biting cold of course. This was Scotland in a wild north westerly gale. The car temp was saying 5-6 degrees but outside it may have been less. Timo waisted no time getting suited and booted and rigged up his 3.7m Duotone Super_Hero plugged into his smallest 87L D/Lab Grip 4. I prepared for my own battle with the elements, armed three jackets, waterproof trousers, wellington boots, gloves and my trusty Sooruz woolly hat! As for Teddie, he was happy as Larry foraging around in the Scottish dunes after that long journey to the wild coast of Scotland.SHOWTIMEFinally, it was showtime. The tide was still a little high, but after watching the full moon slip behind the clouds, we knew it would drop quickly. The waves were relentless, crashing against the rocks where Id normally walk along the beach. Instead, I had to navigate a few farmers fields to reach the spur. After getting tangled in a barbed-wire fence, I made it to my vantage point, where I wrestled against the howling wind to set up my tripod and big lens.From my perch, I could see Timo battling the elements, occasionally flattened by the ferocious 50-knot gusts. Watching him out there, a question crossed my mind: are we completely mad, especially Timo? Perhaps. But its this shared madness that drives us to such extremes. Wed driven through the night for this moment. I cant think of another windsurfer as dedicated as Timo, always chasing the perfect conditions no matter the cost. His determination is unmatched, and its moments like these that remind me why we do it; why we brave the gales, the cold, and the seemingly insurmountable challenges. But in the moment, you feel alive.LIGHT SHOWFor the next two hours as the tide raced out the conditions kept improving. We were treated to bursts of spectacular light as the sun occasionally broke free from the fast-moving clouds, casting a golden glow over the scene. At the beginning Timo was struggling to make it right up to the peak, but eventually found his rhythm and dropped into some insane mast and a half high tartan walls. Meanwhile on the reef I was dealing with my own issues. I had noticed my tripod head was a little bit wobblier than it should be but at least it was still functional. After capturing the first four or five waves, disaster struck; the bolt holding the tripod together snapped clean in two. Brilliant, just what I needed.Improvising, I managed to balance the lens precariously on the tripod, but it felt shaky and nerve-wracking the entire time I was shooting. Meanwhile, Timo was having a blast out there, carving up wave after massive wave. I reckon he clocked up around twenty waves by the time he headed back to the launch. There had been no big airs or crazy 360s so far, but I think just the thrill of riding those towering walls and surviving was enough to make him stoked.Back at base we regrouped, the dog got fed and we grabbed our own snacks, while we made the next plan of attack! When you travel with Timo, you know darn well he is never going to come all this way for a solitary session on the water.After a few phone calls to Ross Williams and Hamper, Timos local surfer friend, we decided to go sail a new spot up the coast. Despite several trips to Thurso over the years, this particular spot had always eluded us. But today, it seemed, was finally the day to tick it off the list.POINT BREAKHalf an hour later we were on top of the cliffs at a point further up the coast, where we could just about make out a perfect point break set up, with waves reeling down the point in the distance. The only slight issue was access as what we were seeing was at least a mile was across boulders with no easy footpath.Despite the obstacles, the conditions were too perfect to let any hurdles in the way stop us, so we decided to go for it. By this time, it was already 2pm so we only had a couple of hours before dark. There was simply no time to waste procrastinating.Armed with my two-trusty canon R5s and my not so trusty broken tripod, I started the long hike to the point, while Timo rigged his 4.2m ready for the next round of action.It took me a solid forty-five minutes of hard graft to get into position. Every step I had to fully concentrate as the boulders were covered in slimy weed and were incredibly slippery. Timo finally appeared from the launch area and made his way up to the break where Hamper and two other surfers were already scoring the clean peeling waves. The set up was perfect. Side off wind, butter smooth waves and just enough wind to navigate around the reef.Meanwhile I had managed to get further acquainted with my sketchy tripod situation, somehow making it work to grab the shots. Timo was clocking into some epic rides and we even lucked out on a brief moment of sunshine during one of the biggest sets.Finally, after a solid hour and a half on the water, with a rain squall marking the end of the session, Timo kicked off his last wave and headed back downwind.I now just had that treacherous walk back across the boulders to navigate, this time made extra slippery by that fresh batch of rain. Sure enough, halfway back I lost my footing and crashed to the ground. Luckily my camera gear was unscathed, but I slammed my back into a boulder which had me screaming obscenities I cant write down here!Eventually we both made it back to the car, both physically exhausted from the days activities. Under all of my layers, my t-shirt was soaked with sweat but none the less I felt some sense of achievement that we had scored up in Thurso and all that effort had been worth it. Timo was also on a high after sailing two different but equally thrilling sessions.HOMEBOUNDAll that was left now was a mere twelve-hour drive home. We calculated that if we booked a Travelodge about halfway home, it would give us four hours sleep and still get us back in time for the next days commitments.To pass the time, we kept ourselves entertained with some spirited (full blown arguments and overly competitive) quiz games and made a welcome pit stop in Inverness for a roast dinner with Andy Groom and his wife; a much-needed break that felt like a godsend.By 1am we hit the Travelodge at Carlisle. We were both exhausted and crashed for three precious hours beauty sleep before the alarm rudely awakened us, signalling the time to hit the road again.The final few hours of the journey were brutal, but Timo finally dropped me at Southampton right on schedule to catch my ferry home to make my 1.30pm curfew!Reflecting on the journey, we had been on a grand adventure, experienced the raw elements of north coast of Scotland and survived to tell the tale.Who knows when the next time the phone will beep, but I am sure there will plenty more crazy escapades like this to come!The post THE ROAD ENDS HERE! THE MOTLEY CREW THURSO appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.

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