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The Loftsails team and I are stoked to present Loftsails 2019 collection. Pascal, Diony, Fernando, Ramon, Serena, Deivis, Curro, Erik, Maelle, Rob, Andrea: passionate windsurfers dedicated to creating “performance that is greater than the sum of the parts”. https://www.loftsails.com/

ULTRALIGHT WEIGHT AT A REASONABLE PRICE We are proud to present our all-new Carbon technology. It uses a new sandwich core material made from 100% recycled post-consumer PET bottles: ArmaForm® PET GR100. The bottom is made from full UD Carbon and the deck is built from two types of carbon laid in three different orientations that combine to make Carbon technology light weight and responsive. Available exclusively on iSonics and Futuras. For more details, please visit our website: www.star-board-windsurfing.com/2019/technology-carbon/

They have the potential to fulfill every windsurfer’s dreams as the FREESTYLE WAVEs unite the virtues of a classic medium to high wind all-rounder with the advantages of a modern, compact and versatile wave design. You’ll simply have your best time on the water – easy! Action by JP team riders Amado Vrieswijk NB-20, Yentel Caers B-16, Robby Swift K-89 and Andy Bubble Chambers K-540. More details: https://jp-australia.com/2019/products/boards/2019-freestyle-wave/

Van Project t Ep-1 - is GO!!! Ok, so anyone who follows me on Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/ben_proffitt ) or on the Windsurfing.TV instagram will know I bought a van. The idea being to convert it into a Camper with a Massive garage. Reason.. Firstly my small van (Opel Vivaro) died early this year ( R.I.P) but to be honest it wasn't big enough to get all my toys in... and also sleep in. So I decided to go BIG... and create a living space, cooking facilities etc with a Bed.. a Big bed! :) Plus have room in the back for all my toys.. Boards, sails, foil and bike! Anyway.. I've done a little mock up of my planned layout. Just so I could work out if I liked it or not. Anyway.. What do you think? I reckon it's worked out well and ticks all the boxes... But I'd be interested to hear your feedback/comments... I'm not really sure how much time/skill level I'm going to have to do all the work myself so i might have to sub some work out... But lets see... I'll try and keep you guys up to date... if you want me to ? :) So any tips, advice or contacts would be greatly appreciated :) p.s: I actually just filmed this for a friend.. so only did it with my iPhone. But I thin k it works ok... and you get the idea! :)

These stunning boards do everything you want from your freeride board – and they do it exceptionally well and exceptionally easy! Feeling playful and small, they sit high on the water, delivering the lively and sporty feel which makes windsurfing so exciting. They are fast, yet super easy to sail and control. These wide, short and thin boards willingly plane early. And it’s their gybing potential which impresses riders of all levels! They are magic! More details: https://jp-australia.com/2019/products/boards/2019-magic-ride/

Part 2 – The idiots Guide to foiling!! Well I know I said I would bring you an equipment run down etc... Buuuuuut as I nearly made a foiling gybe after the first session I was super pumped to get back out there and nail it... Unfortunately I didn't have Alfie filming but with the aid of a GO PRO and a Simon Moore (thanks Si :) I managed to film and document the 2nd session!! It was a Perfect session with regards to kit set up. The wind was a steady 12 - 14knots and I used a 5.6 icon wave sail and 126 Monster (free race Board) and the AFS - Hydrofoils 85 Wind Foil. This seemed spot on... I would say it was the perfect foiling wind and the kit was felt so balanced! Going in a straight line felt super comfortable with only the odd moment where I got it wrong... and in the end I got the gybes consistent!! :) Super happy with that as the progression is feeling fast. Although I did try gybes all and I mean all day :)? ...it's like learning to windsurf again and it feels awesome. Any questions or comment put them below or anything you want me to cover. ...at the moment I'm just enjoying the sessions and I will try to pass on what I'm leant! Cheers Ben Proffitt Location: West Kirby, UK