Windsurfing and Kite in Imperia

Windsurfing and Kite in Imperia 


Be held in Imperia, Saturday and next Sunday, the demonstration sport of table, from the Wind-Kite-Surf Surf to get to the table of street Skateborad. The appointment for the lovers of sun, sea and wind is at the 'Golden Beach'. 

For the occasion, some flights will be arranged to be the ground for competition for producing the Skaters. E 'provided the presence of well over 100 athletes from all over Europe. Prize, a prize of 2,500 euros, which will share the top three winners in the various disciplines. A backdrop to the competition there will be two different parties and receptions. Will also be prepared with different stands on display objects related to the event. On the evening of Saturday to accompany the desire for entertainment and fun of the athletes, but not only, there will be two groups who will perform with live music strictly. The festival is at the Sailor's Pub with dj set Radiomandrake and staff FronteRock. 

The organization will also try to make all those interested to approach even for a day to this kind of sport, by providing tools to practice and staff will give free lessons to surf in safety. Will be made available for those wishing to try, different boards and surf boards some skateboard.

NEWS ON WORLD JUNIOR FREESTYLE PORTO POLLO

From June 22-27 Porto Pollo host the second edition of the Junior Freestyle World Cup, the only international championship recognized by ISAF and IWA on the promises of artistic specialty. It 'a great honor for Italy to host this event, which is part of a tradition of concern for future generations. Indeed in the last decade have landed on our shores the World Aloha / Mistral / Raceboard youth in Ostia, the World Junior FW Torbole, and to stay in recent times, the first edition of the World Techno 293/Raceboard/Mistral youth in Marsala in 2006, Europeans Techno 293/Raceboard youth in Civitavecchia in 2008, Europeans RS: X Youth in Palermo in 2008 and Junior Slalom World Cup ever last year in Torbole. 


Thanks to the efforts by AIWS and its President Riccardo Genazzani, it is the field of juniors Freestyle known to have a promising spring, with the first official national titles in 2008 and granted a growing number of young people engaged in different categories to give their best with their developments on the water. Carthusian that work, as demonstrated by our attendance at the long course in the history of Aloha and Techno 293, requires constant attention and dedication of individuals. Aggravated in the case of Freestyle by the fact that this discipline has not yet officially recognized by the Federation except as AICW inside the container and therefore does not enjoy even a minimal support. The World, to which boys are expected from different European countries (we predict Belgium, Holland, Russia, France and others) and probably some Caribbean, will be a test case in the hope of creating a continental approach to a more in favor of this spectacular discipline. 

After a few notes to read with care for all children who wish to take part in this event. Tessera: are the mandatory enrollment of IVF in 2009 including medical and relative maturity (certified athletic or healthy and robust constitution to bring to the circle at IVF which we pass) and the enrollment AICW 2009 (all cards are valid, including 'social art'). All members of the arts not yet renewed will have a brief announcement. 

Enrollment at IWA: Although you can always pay on the spot by paying a payment of € 25, is strongly advised to make BEFORE 31 MAY 2009, the payment by the site dell'IWA www.internationalwindsurfing.com clicking on the column to the left 'Competition' and then 'Register on line'. Even those who, for reasons of doubt on the participation refer to the preferred payment, please indicate your name by the end of the month. This procedure not only saves money but is essential for the organizers, who must know a few weeks in advance the number, in principle, the present, to be organized into logistics. Notice of Race: lime found in the Italian translation of the notice, not the usual procedure but was required, as many people face for the first time a major international competition and are not accustomed to the rules and IFCA IWA. To make the text is always the announcement in English attached. From the version of the notice published on the site dell'IFCA ifca.internationalwindsurfing.com / you can also obtain the forms attached in the compilation is very important. Documentation to be presented at registration: as per paragraph 27 of the notice, in addition to the original form registration should be completed, for minors, a declaration of discharge of liability signed by a parent or time by the official declaration of any illnesses or medication incompatibilities. E 'also essential to come with a document (identity card or passport) certifying that the actual age of the competitor. Usually this document is copied and attached to the acts of enrollment in the race. Although the birth date shown on the cards and FIV AICW, it is equally true that, in respect of foreigners, we can not avoid the Italian athletes by this test. Letters to the nation and sail number: as in paragraph 10.2 of the Notice of race, is required to comply with the ISAF new rules in force from 1 January 2009. Webnews attached to the rule of international iconographic illustrations. Related Sites and updates on events and logistics: in the month and a half that separates us from the information we will progressively through webnews. In any case the site www.aiws.it Riccardo Genazzani will promptly enter all the news. Last but not least, do not forget that the end of June in Porto Pollo is vacation time, and then book now at the earliest structures to stay.

Catalunya PWA World Cup 09

Is about to take off the Catalunya, Costa Brava, Spain, PWA Slalom Worldcup 2009. 

Third stage of the PWA World Tour, will be disputed June 10-14 in the waters surrounding the Ballena Alegre Camping Resort, located inside the Bay of Roses and will be an opportunity for athletes and athletes for a new challenge in the beautiful setting of the Costa Brava in Catalonia , Spain. 

You can follow the live coverage of the reports and the daily races, accompanied by images and video directly on the site of PWA

East Coast Junior Windsurfing Championships and Junior Olympics

 

NOTICE OF RACE

East Coast Junior Windsurfing Championship 2008

US Sailing Junior Olympic Festival

July 16-18, 2008

Vineyard Haven Yacht Club, Martha's Vineyard, MA

The East Coast Junior Windsurfing Championship, a US Sailing Junior Olympic Festival Event, will be hosted by the Vineyard Haven Yacht Club on the Island of Martha's Vineyard July 17-18, 2008 (Thursday-Friday). There will also be an optional windsurfing/racing clinc July 16 (Wed) and a separate Long Distanc Race July 19 (Sat). The Long Distance Race is part of the Vineyard Cup (www.VineyardCup.com), and is open to all ages on any windsurf gear.

1 RULES

1.1 The regatta will be governed by the rules as defined in The Racing Rules of Sailing 2005-2008, including U.S. Windsurfing Association Prescriptions, and the Sailing Instructions.

2 ELIGIBILITY, EQUIPMENT, and ENTRY

July 17-18, 2008

All competitors must be under 19 years of age (have not reached their nineteenth birthday prior to December 31, 2007) and must be members of US Sailing (for U.S. citizens). The competition will be held on Techno 293 One Designs. Open rigs are permitted under the following USWA prescriptions below.

Under 12 (U12) years old - Maximum sail size 6.0m

Under 15 (U15) years old - Maximum sail size 7.5m

Under 17 (U17) years old - Maximum sail size 8.5m

Under 19 (U19) years old - Maximum sail size 9.5m

A minimum of three competitors is necessary to constitute an age group class. Otherwise, age groups will be combined.

2.1a Per Techno 293 Class Rules as modified by USWA, sails with more than 3 cambers and/or 7 battens are prohibited

2.1b Only masts from the approved class list with no more than 75 percent carbon and weight equivalents are permitted.

2.1c Booms are restricted to alloy/aluminum construction � note that carbon booms are not permitted under class rules

2.1d Only original fins or manufacturers' replacements permitted. The maximum fin size under class rules is 46 cm. 

2.1e Techno 293 Class Rules are available at http://www.techno293.org/ Sail sizes have been modified by USWA prescriptions.

2.2 Techno 293 One Design Boards are available to charter for $75 (does not include rig) by advance registration on a first come, first serve basis. Contact Nevin Sayre at nsayre@aol.com. It is best to bring your own rigs as very limited charter rigs are available.

3 FEES

3.1 Entry Fee for Registrations postmarked or received by June 30th - $75

Entry Fee for Registrations postmarked or received after June 30th - $90

Entry fee includes July 16 clinic, and registrtation to the regatta July 17 & 18. Two

lunches and one dinner is included. 

3.2 Separate Vineyard Cup Windsurfing Long Distance Race, July 19th, is $40 to benefit.

Sail Martha's Vineyard. www.VineyardCup.com

4 SCHEDULE

4.1 July 16, 2008 1100-1200 Registration and Check-in at VHYC

1300-1800 Special windsurfing/racing Clinic

July 17, 2008 0830-0930 Check in at VHYC

0930 Sailors meeting 

1000 First Possible Warning Signal

1000-1800 Racing

July 18, 2008 0830-0930 Check in at VHYC

0930 Sailors meeting

1000 First Warning Signal

1000-1600 Racing

1630 Awards

Separate Vineyard Cup Long Distance to benefit Sail Martha's Vineyard: 

July 19, 2008 0830-0930 Check in for separate Vineyard Cup

0930 Sailors meeting

1030 First possible Warning Signal (TBD)

6 VENUE

6.1 Vineyard Haven Yacht Club, Owen Little Way, Vineyard Haven is the host of the East Coast Junior Windsurfing Championships. 

6.2 Racing will be on Vineyard Haven Harbor or alternatively in the VH Lagoon for severe weather.

7 THE COURSES 

7.1 The courses will be described in the Sailing Instructions. 

8 SCORING

8.1 The Low-Point Scoring System, RRS Appendix A, will be used.

8.2 Competitors will have one race discarded for every four races completed.

8.3 2 races are required to constitute the Championship.

9 PRIZES Prizes will be awarded to competitors placing in respective divisions.

10 DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY

Competitors participate in the regatta entirely at their own risk. See Rule 4, Decision to Race. The event organizers, Vineyard Haven Yacht Club, its employees, volunteers, and staff will not accept any liability for damage or personal injury or death sustained in conjunction with or prior to, during, or after the regatta.

11 HOUSING 

A limited amount of housing in private homes is available to competitors in the East Coast Windsurfing Championships on a first come, first serve basis. The earlier we know you need housing the better.

12 TRAVEL TO MARTHA'S VINEYARD

This is peak season on the island of Martha's Vineyard so getting there can be a challenge, but once you're there everything will be easy. You will not need a car on the Vineyard as we can pick you up from the ferry and everything is within walking distance of Vineyard Haven Yacht Club. The best ferry service is from Woods Hole, MA to Vineyard Haven. See www.steamshipauthority.com for ferry schedules and parking information 

There are three options for air travel. Fly to Boston Logan airport and take bus from Logan airport to Woods Hole on Peter Pan/Bonanza Bus www.peterpanbus.com The bus service is easy and picks up right at the terminal and drops off right at the Woods Hole ferry. There are also flights direct to Martha's Vineyard. Third option is to fly to Providence, RI but bus/ferry service requires connections.

For groups of kids, we may be able to arrange pick up by boat from Falmouth Town Pier. 

13 FURTHER INFORMATION

For further information please contact Charlie Felder, VHYC, manager@vhyc.org, or Nevin Sayre, NSayre@aol.com

 

The East Coast Junior Windsurfing Championships concluded Friday after two days of racing and a clinic on Wednesday.

This championship was a US Sailing Junior Olympic Regatta and featured kids from all around the nation. Hosted by the Vineyard Haven Yacht Club in Martha's Vineyard. The racing saw mostly light air and the most significant breeze on Friday. The principle race officer for the event was former World Windsurfing Champion Nevin Sayre. The Wednesday clinic was put on by senior instructor trainer, Britt Viehman, from Florida.

Gold fleet enjoyed a variety of wind conditions and race courses including some slalom downwind legs.

After nine races and one throwout, in first place overall for the gold fleet was local girl Solvig Sayre. Second was Austin Emer from Clearwater Florida.

Silver fleet introduced many youngsters to racing for the first time and featured reaching starts, gybing around a single mark and then reaching back to the finish.

Overall (14 competitors):

1) Solvig Sayre (10)

2) Austin Emer (18)

3) Alex Herring (28)

U19

1) Solvig Sayre

2) Alex Herring

3) Patrick Bryan (29)

U17

1) Austin Emer

2) Kaylen Vallentyne (74)

3) Nicole Bussard (97)

U15

1) Christopher Waldo (66)

2) Marion Lepert (66)

U12

1) Rasmus Sayre (50)

2) Elie Jordi (68)

Silver fleet (11 competitors, 10 races, two throwouts):

1) Nick Watts (13 points)

2) Eli Hanschka (15)

3) Ben Nivala (18)

Photos of the event are featured here:

http://web.mac.com/sailing/Site/ECJWC.html

Respectfully submitted,

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Bryan McDonald

Windsurfing Task Force, Chairman

http://www.ussailing.org/News/2008/w...gtaskforce.asp

Following the epic 2 for 10, we hit up Andre Paskowski (Fanatic, North Sails) for the low down on his most recent internet offering.

Q: You and Gollito have just released another awesome freestyle video on the internet. Where and when did you film this?

"I went on a trip to Egypt with Gollito 4 weeks ago. We did some photos and I filmed a little bit. After 2-3 days i realised that the footage is quite good and i decided to film more and do this clip. We spent around 10 days in Soma Bay and 6 days in Dahab."

Q: Conditions looked amazing, was it really that good?

"I been to Dahab loads of times already, so i knew it was going to be good there, but Soma Bay was something new for me. I really liked it there. Also Gollito had lots of fun. For him it was the first time ever in Egypt and i bet it wont be the last time."

Q: Do you and Gollito normally train together?

"Yes we do. We spent lots of time together in El Yaque. Besides sailing together we also work together on photo and video projects. It is always funny hanging around with Gollito."

Q: The moves in 2 for 10 shocked the freestyle world, was it hard for you to raise the bar again? 

"Well, i really enjoy filming and try to push Gollito to do different and new moves. I think we are a good team. He's such a talented sailor, so every movie we'll be able present something new!"

Q: Have you considered making a full length freestyle movie?

"I am always trying to find new projects. Me and my Partner Sebastian Dorr, who's in charge of the cutting, has already made Wet and Salty, and Flashback. But i guess the time for printed DVDs is almost over. The amount of time and money you have to invest is just not worth it. Then when you see your best friends burning your own DVD, or some DVD seller on the Beach try to sell you a Copy of Wet and Salty for 2 Euros, it's pretty frustrating. My plan is to concentrate (besides my windsurfing) on Videos for internet release. This way everybody gets to see them, and my sponsors get more exposure. The next release is planned for August, it will feature Gollito, Victor and Me in Pozo and Fuerte. It's gonna be a good one, for sure!"

Q: You seem to invent new moves all the time, do you think freestyle will continue to progress at this rate, or will it start to level off?

"I think the level will continue to rise. Maybe we will not see so many new moves, but we will see sailors doing moves faster, higher, and more consistently. All the young kids are really talented and motivated, so I'm sure we'll see impressive things in the future." 

PWA / Andrew Buchanan http://www.pwaworldtour.com/index.php?id=29

 

Windsurf Channel Crossing with Guy Cribb

British Champion windsurfer Guy Cribb (North Sails) and Antoine Albeau of France, are about to attempt to windsurf across the English Channel from Cherbourg to Poole- over 70 nautical miles (more than 130 kms) of rough seas, some of the busiest shipping lanes in the world and howling winds to raise money for the Ellen MacArthur Trust and their French counterpart A Chacun Son Cap.

The Ellen MacArthur Trust aims to support, empower and enliven children suffering from cancer, leukaemia or other serious illnesses by introducing them to the joys of sailing.

By donating to the Ellen MacArthur Trust through supporting Guy and Antoine to windsurf where no other windsurfers have tried before, you will give confidence and happiness back to children who?ve been stuck in hospitals for months or years, by enabling them to mix with other children who?ve recovered or are trying to recover from cancer, and feel the camaraderie and bravery of each other whilst sailing or possibly windsurfing.

Guy and Antoine will windsurf the channel in a storm this September- keep checking www.guycribb.com for updates in the next few weeks, and wish them luck by making a financial pledge to the Ellen MacArthur Trust children on behalf of windsurfing here-www.justgiving.com/windsurf

 

EFPT Lefkada Corona Open, end report

Anxton Otaegui wins the Corona open in Milos Beach&
today

 

The word of the day was "sick". Everyone who saw these last heats will leave the place stoked like hell.

 

But first things first.
The double on Saturday brought amazing action to Milos Beach. top riders in yellow lycras were waiting for their opponents to move forward and fight for better positions.

 

Young Swedish rider Niklas Strahlen (RRD/Simmer Style) was fighting his way through, beating Jakub Kosmowski (Tabou/Gaastra) as well as Andy "Bubble" Chambers (JP/NP) until he got stoped by Normen Günzlein (JP/NP). In the end he finished in 6th Position what is a great success. Normen met then Nikolas Akgazcyan (Starboard/Gun Sails) and as we all know the heat had to be stopped because of the dropping wind. In the end, Niko even broke his mast and had to be brought back to the beach by the rescue boat. As Niko had to leave the place at Saturday night the heat couldn't be repeated and Normen, who was leading the stopped heat, went one step further. In heat 33 he met the newcomer of this season the Belgium dude Stevan van Broeckhoven (F2). The young man was on fire and Normen had to fight hard to advance, but he knew what to do and in the end of the 5min heat G186 was in front. And as he was already on fire he was fully motivated during his heat against Andre Paskowski (Fanatic/North Sails). Another unbelievable heat was on the water. Andre and Normen, the two freestyle heroes of the team germany gave everything and as the chop was pretty high you could see "sick" jumps. All other riders and the greek spectators on the beach went crazy when both guys showed fantastic high one handed flakas almost at the same time. When the red flag went up and the heat was over Normen was once again announced as the winner of the heat and the final run against Antxon Otaegui (JP/NP) was about to begin. Both competitors on JP Boards and Neil Pryde sails in the same colour, pretty hard to say who is who… the judges had to use binoculars at the beginning to recognize the guys.

 

The almost 20 knots onshore wind brought them closer to the beach during the heat and they were fighting straight in front of the judge tower. Normen pulled a funnel Diablo, a nice switch kono and even had a kulo on his side and also other moves. Antxon showed his style in moves like switch chachoos, clef first punyeta Diablo, a "sick" ponch and esliders on both sides. In the end the riders and spectators were waiting severall minutes for the decision of the judges which had a hard time to decide between the two riders. a tough job.

 

It was Antxon Otaegui from Spain in the end who the judges had in first position. 3 of 5 judges gave their vote for him and a 3:2 decision shows once again how close it has been.

 

Right at the prize giving ceremony you could already feel how hard this night will be!!! Free corona for everyone brought the guys in the right mood and after packing their stuff most of them hit the road to go and celebrate in the famous "zeus bar"!!!
And if the party will be just half as good as the Corona Party last night, you better get in the way of the boys.

 

EFPT leaves Greece with 2 results. Next stop will be Alacati in Turkey where we also expect great conditions and as always a good time.

 

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