NICO PRIEN: FIRST TIME ON A SPEED BOARD!Nico Prien First time on a speed board!Ever enthusiastic Nico Prien, talks us through his first time using a speed board and also compares a NeilPryde Slalom sail versus a no cambers racing sailthe 2026 NeilPryde Speedster EVO! Worth a watch as always!!The post NICO PRIEN: FIRST TIME ON A SPEED BOARD! appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.

GEORGE GRISLEY: HOW TO BURNER!George Grisley: How to burner!George keeps pumping out these excellent freestyle tutorials from sunny, Brazil (We are not jealous!) The latest move he has been working on is the burner and as usual, he breaks it down step by step so you can learn it too! If you have already mastered this move, dont worry at the end of the video he even delves into the no handed burner!George: In this tutorial I breakdown one of the coolest switch power moves in the game, the Burner. From the step-by-step instructions to the reasoning behind each of the movements, this video will give you all the knowledge you need to land your first Burner or improve your current attempts. If youre already landing Burners dont worry, at the end, I share my insights into how to go NO HANDED!The post GEORGE GRISLEY: HOW TO BURNER! appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.

NICO PRIEN: FIRST TIME ON A SPEED BOARD!Nico Prien First time on a speed board!Ever enthusiastic Nico Prien, talks us through his first time using a speed board and also compares a NeilPryde Slalom sail versus a no cambers racing sailthe 2026 NeilPryde Speedster EVO! Worth a watch as always!!The post NICO PRIEN: FIRST TIME ON A SPEED BOARD! appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.

MARCILIO BROWNE: MOTIVATIONMARCILIO BROWNE: MOTIVATIONGoyas latest video looks into what is the motivation behind Marcilio Brownes rail to rail wave sailing style! Worth a watch!Marcilio Browne breaks down what truly motivates him on the waterCommitted rail-to-rail windsurfing. He talks about what a good turn feels like to him, where that feeling comes from, and how he looks to surfing to shape his approach to the wave.The post MARCILIO BROWNE: MOTIVATION appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.

DUOTONE AND ION: TICKET TO PARADISE!Duotone and ION: Ticket to Paradise!Duotone and ION are launching a joint Christmas campaignthey are giving away an exclusive trip for two to one of their world-class Duotone Pro Centersincluding flights, premium Duotone & ION gear on-site, accommodation and unforgettable sessions on the water.No matter if participants are into Kiteboarding, Wing Foiling, Windsurfing, or Surfingyour dream destination with warm winds, turquoise water and perfect conditions is waiting for you!SIGN UP HERE FOR A CHANCE TO WIN:Duotone and ION: Ticket to Paradise!The post DUOTONE AND ION: TICKET TO PARADISE! appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.

ION SEEK CORE 4/3 BACK ZIP: REVIEWION SEEK CORE 4/3 BACK ZIP: REVIEWSweet Spot Wetsuit?Any need for a better wetsuit than this?Roger Turner welcomes the ION Seek Core 4/3 Back Zip wetsuit into his quiver, eager to find out if this clean-cut, value-driven suit can earn its place alongside his trusted favourites when the temperatures start to dip.Roger Turner: Theres such a fantastic range of wetsuits available for us these days. Thankfully, inflexible, uncomfortable, inefficient and delicate wetsuits are a thing of the past.The likelihood is that you already have a wetsuit or two, so youll be looking to complement the ones you already have. I was looking for an autumn/early spring suit as I have summer suits and a 5/4 for brutal winter days. So, I reckon a 4/3 is a good option and the appeal of easy access is very important to me. Right in the middle of Ions five suit range is the Seek Core at 269 for the 4/3 back zip. Im a54 XL at 95kg and 6ft choice made. Arrived PDQ in a very natty sage grey with a plush green lining. Normal range of swing tags plus an interesting Water Defender Leg pack, more of which later.This suit is marketed as a clean, no-fuss design and premium features at an accessible price. Built for riders who want dependable performance and essential warmth without breaking the bank. It certainly looks the part with a perfect finish, soft and stretchy materials and sensible features.The trend in wetsuits is now towards the use of natural rubber, as used here, with a high percentage of recycled materials for the linings. As our sport is plastic-heavy this is great news, with no compromise in stretch, durability, warmth and comfort.Why Back Zip?For me, the ease of putting on, and taking off, a back zip wetsuit is the reason for choosing this option and so it proved, especially as the inside materials (Hot Stuff and Silk Stuff) make access so easy. The Watergate back gusset comes right up over the back, so any water entry is kept away from the body. The zip puller is really long, I used to have to add a bit of rope, no problem now. Obviously at this level, seams are glued and blind stitched, plus tape-reinforced in critical areas. Knees and shins are well reinforced without any loss of comfort.For me the fit is perfect, although the forearms seemed quite tight, there was plenty of give in use on the water. There is a knack to getting the neck seal just right but none of the constriction of the front zip seal. A small Velcro tab on the neck seal prevents it from catching elsewhere when not being worn, clever.In useYou should be able to forget the wetsuit once youre on the water, theres already enough to deal with. Thats exactly what happens with this Seek Core, from water-starting to rig pumping, the flex and comfort is very impressive, the seam-free shoulders undoubtedly helping with this. In my opinion there is more water flush with a back zip compared to front zip suit, but for my use this is fine. This small volume of water flushes through and out of the leg and back gusset drain holes, no problem. Water starting is the main culprit, with the sudden extension of the rig above your head. A little cooling is sometimes welcome for the way I will typically use this wetsuit, i.e mellow days on big freeride board and Windsurfer LT. Getting too warm can be an issue, so the ability to loosen the neck seal and even slide the zip down a bit is quite a relief.The small battens on the ankles (AKA Water Defender Legs) seem to work well, I was quite surprised by the effectiveness of this innovation. I tried sailing without the (included) ankle straps and suffered no elephant leg. Not having straps to put on and take off at the end of a long session is very welcome. Plus, if you have ever got your wetsuit nearly off your legs only to remember the ankle straps are still on, you see the advantage of going strap-free! A couple of spare leg battens are included too.Thoughts on wetsuit strategyFor ultimate warmth -go front zip for those brutal, less than 100C days, ideally 5/4 or 6/5 plus hood. Keeping your head warm is critical. Hats, hoods, vests with hoods attached, are vital additions to extend the range of the wetsuits you have.If budget is not an issue, then the very top of the range suits will give even more warmth for a given thickness or even allow for a 4/3 rather than 5/4 etc in the same conditions. In the Ion range thats the Amp and ultimately the SelectYou pays your money etcPlus more comfort with even more flex. The wonder material, graphene will unfoundedly be a more common game-changer going forward, once the cost of production falls.Im a subscriber to the more-wetsuits-the-better theory, as youll always have the right suit for the job and theyll last longer. Great to have a dry wetsuit to put on in windy spells too.Heres my wetsuit quiver; short john, long john, shortie, 3/2 summer, 4/3 back zip (this one), 4/3 front zip, 5/4 front zip, all getting plenty of use across the year. Add rash vests and thermal layers for even more overlap in wetsuit use.I run quite warm, the time I get cold is when Im off the water, so I am a big fan of the thicker (2mm) Neoprene Shelter jackets.I have even found a cheap way of getting a warm shower at the beach more of this later!ConclusionFor my use case (autumn and late spring, winter with minimal immersion) the Ion Seek Core is the sweet spot for value, performance and comfort. But go for front zip (at no extra cost) and consider upping the thickness to 5/4 (+10) or include built in hood (+20) if you particularly feel the cold or as a boost to cold water performance. These are big upgrades in warmth for a small price hike.Also put a hood, gloves and boots/shoes on your Xmas wish list for pushing your windsurfing on right through the winter.ION Water | HomeThe post ION SEEK CORE 4/3 BACK ZIP: REVIEW appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.

MINERSTOWN: NORTHERN IRELAND WAVE ACTIONMINERSTOWN: NORTHERN IRELAND WAVE ACTIONTomasz Lotocki has captured some awesome action from a Minerstown wave session in Northern Ireland with some brilliant drone flying skills and insane POV camera angles. Featuring the sailing skills of Alex Dugan, this is well worth a watch!The post MINERSTOWN: NORTHERN IRELAND WAVE ACTION appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.

YANN RIFFLET: INSANE ONE EYE ACTIONYANN RIFFLET: ONE EYE ACTIONYann Rifflet has just dropped this stunning video of him charging at the most radical wave in Mauritiusthe legendary One Eye! Fast, hollow and powerfulthis wave is definitely not one for the feint hearted!Yann Rifflet Windsurfing at One Eye Waveriding on the most radical wave in Mauritius One Eye a legendary name in the world of windsurfing. A fast, hollow, powerful wave In this video, Ill take you to one of the most beautiful waves in the world, where precision and commitment make all the difference!The post YANN RIFFLET: INSANE ONE EYE ACTION appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.

ONLY THE BRAVE: XXL TENERIFE!ONLY THE BRAVE: XXL TENERIFE!When powerful low-pressure systems sweep across the Canary Islands in winter, they can unleash truly XXL conditions along Tenerifes rugged north shore. For years, a fearless crew of local sailorspioneered by Dany Bruchhave been chasing these rare, intense days when the wind and swell line up. This is the story of one of those days earlier this year, when everything came together and the island delivered conditions that were simply off the scale.Words and photos: Andr Ludewig and Simona AllesandriClick on any photo to enlarge and scroll!PRELUDEThe trade winds, typical for the Canary Islands, regularly blow across the well-known windsurfing spots of Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura. Low-pressure systems that move eastward north of the Canaries disrupt this pattern.When that happens, Tenerife offers fantastic windsurfing conditions with waves up to mast heigh in Las Amricas. The spot at Fitenia also works perfectly, with the slopes of the Teno Mountains acting as a natural wind accelerator. If the wind turns onshore, this acceleration effect disappears due to wind shadowing on the windward side.DISCOVERYBack in 2007, Dany Bruch and a few friends began searching for surfable alternatives in the north. Some spots were already known, such as Punta de Hidalgo. The rocky coastline makes relaxed beach starts impossible anywhere. Usually for these spots the gear has to be thrown into the water from several meters above, the sailor jumps in after it and after a few strong swimming strokes between the sets, the danger zone is cleared.Dany chose a spot whose wave had never before seen a windsurfer. Since the wind there experienced no natural acceleration, he was the only one to reach the impact zone, using a 100-liter board and a 5.8 m sail. At the time, spectacular photos and videos showing double-mast-high waves caused quite a stir in the scene. Low-pressure systems rarely develop into true tropical storms, but now when they do, a handful of experienced big-wave windsurfers regularly make a pilgrimage to the north coast of Tenerife.ACTION STATIONSOne such day was set to be April 3, 2025. Weather services issued storm warnings, and in high spirits, jet skis were checked, waterproof camera housings prepared, and batteries charged. This time, nothing was to be left to chance. Even during the mountain crossing, with the first view of the northern coast, huge waves were already visible. Whitecaps everywhereso it was clearly going to be windy.On site, the final checks of the windsurfing equipment were made, and the last decisions on sail sizes were taken. The wind was gusty and offshore, making it very hard to judge. Martin Ovsik opted for a 4.0m sail and Jochen Stolz played it safe with a 5.0m.They were joined by slalom world champion Matteo Iachino, local veteran Ivn Hernndez (with many years of experience on the north coast) and Nikodem Merlak. Dany Bruch was still recovering from a foot injury and drove one of the two jet skis. The other was manned by Martin Ovsik and his friend Pelda. The jet skis mainly provided safety support and filmed from the perspective inside the wave troughs.MISSIONOn foot, I covered the 3 km to the point break to take photos from land and air. As forecasted, the weather created a dramatic backdrop: heavy rain showers, stormy gusts, dark skies alternating with bursts of sunchanging every minute. At the spot, I was greeted by towering spray and flying sea spray.Jochen was already there, testing the first waves. Gradually, the other guys arrived and delivered spectacular rides on waves sometimes more than double mast-high. Conditions were extremely gusty, everyone was either flying or balancing.Timing and wave selection were super tricky. Martin once entered too high, bottom-turned too low, and was washed over the rocks by a larger set. He and his undamaged gear were rescued by a jet skiall good!There were a few more wipeouts, but all ended safely. The only real issue came with the drone, which, despite its 70 km/h speed and 30% remaining battery, reported that it couldnt return to its starting point. A strong gust nearly prevented it from covering the 450 m back to shore. Adrenaline pumping, I managed to catch it again at 8% battery.At the end of the day, when everyone was already back on land, Dany decided he couldnt just stick to supporting from the jet ski so he headed back out!DANY BRUCHThe forecast that day was insane.The day was incredible! It was big and windy. I had Simona Alessandri, marketing boss of Bruch Boards and the Wind Centre, on board. She took the best photos Ive seen of the spot so far.The guys really stepped on the gas: Jochen had the biggest sets under control, Martin ripped properly but disappeared for 20 seconds in a monster washing machine, Matteo showed that he is an experienced windsurfer, Nikodem had his first big wave experience and Iban The Man!!!!Together with Peter Huhn, he showed me their secret spots in the north of the island 20 years ago. I was so pumped! I was still not fully recovered from my wipe out at the World Cup in the summer but i could not resist! At the end of the day, I took my Zodiac jet ski to finally capture those dream barrel shots guys, you could fit a bus in there! I was so hooked on the action, I wanted to catch a few waves in the evening, but when setting up from the jet ski, I lost the extension okay, next time!Years ago, it was Dany who motivated me to look for remote spots in the north that also offer waves as big as the ones I already knew from Brittany. In the meantime, weve surfed almost every wave here and we know this spot from many sessions. The waves here arent the best, fastest or cleanest, but the higher the swell, the better it works like today. I was fully focussed, we certainly have the most dangerous conditions on the island here. In the end, I was able to score good waves and had a lot of fun with a handful of friends and the most intense nature experiences.The post ONLY THE BRAVE: XXL TENERIFE! appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.

WHY 99% OF WINDSURFERS WILL NEVER HIT 60 KM/H: NICO PRIENWHY 99% OF WINDSURFERS WILL NEVER HIT 60 KM/H: NICO PRIENNico Prien breaks down why many windsurfers never hit their speed targets and how they can improve their technique to go faster!The post WHY 99% OF WINDSURFERS WILL NEVER HIT 60 KM/H: NICO PRIEN appeared first on Windsurf Magazine.