JP Aloha Classic, Clash of The Titans

Naish to challenge for the title one more time at the JP Aloha Classic

Press Release from the AWT

The stage is now set for what promises to be one of the biggest clashes of windsurfing talent in living memory. Robby Naish, probably the biggest name in the history of windsurfing, has confirmed his participation in the upcoming JP Aloha Classic that begins on Thursday 24th October, at Ho’okipa Beach Park, Maui, Hawaii.

For the first time since 2000, Naish will compete on the PWA World Tour. Taking the third “Champions” wildcard alongside Kevin Pritchard and Josh Angulo, directly into the main PWA event, Naish will complete a competition line-up that spans over three generations. Some of the newest and most innovative talent in the sport will go head to head with the very pioneers that paved the way for modern day windsurfing to become the explosive, dynamic and action packed sport that it has evolved into.

In the challenging, historic surf of Ho’okipa, the experience and mastery of the ocean, held firm by the old guard, will offer a perfect contrast to the unorthodox and radical departures of the goiter generation. A true test of “bread and butter” top to bottom wave riding versus aerial trickery will ensue, as all riders leave caution on the beach and go all in to try and claim their seat at the elusive Ho’okipa winners table.

Naish was keen to point out that his contention for the Aloha Classic title was not something to be taken too lightly. At 50 years of age, he is in some of the best shape of his life and his sheer presence will be enough to deter all but the steeliest opponents.

Robby Naish

“Before anyone gets too excited, this is not the start of a comeback, it is simply an opportunity to challenge myself a little bit and have some fun in the competition arena again – and there is no finer arena than Ho’okipa for the Aloha. Its been 7 years since the last pro tour event at Ho’okipa and 7 years since the last Aloha Classic and there is no more prestigious event title in the sport. I am not setting out to prove anything, just simply to rise to the challenge before me and mainly have fun in my own backyard along with some of the finest windsurf talent out there”

The 2013 JP Aloha Classic will bring together the American Windsurfing Tour and the PWA World Tour to create one of the biggest wave sailing events of all time. But don’t worry if you can’t make it to Maui for the event itself, the pro divisions will be broadcast live via the internet and will be available to watch on demand afterwards so don’t miss out.

For further information and for all the action as it happens, tune into www.pwaworldtour.com and www.americanwindsurfingtour.com from the 24th October to see the likes of Koster, Fernandez, Browne, Stone, Angulo, Pritchard, Roediger, Juban, Siver, Mussolini and of course, Robby Naish together in full blown competition action for the first and possibly last time ever!

Red Bull Storm Chase Irland – Mission 1 Complete.

After a ground-breaking day of hurricane-strength windsurfing, six sailors – Marcilio Browne, Dany Bruch, Victor Fernandez, Robby Swift, Julien Taboulet and Thomas Traversa – advance to Mission 2 of Red Bull Storm Chase.

With wind speeds peaking at over 70 knots and angry, 20-ft waves, the ten competitors on Mission 1 completed three rounds of competition at two spots in Brandon Bay, Ireland.
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Antoine Albeau hits 52.05 knots

Almost everyday a record has been broken in Nambia, the windsurfers keep smashing the 500M record.  On Wednesday November 21, Antoine Albeau was timed at 52.05 knots improving his own record, as he had already set on November 13.

Anders Bringdal followed with a new Swedish Record which is also Production board World Record, 51.45 knots!

Jurjen Van Der Noord the Dutch Record Holder also went over 51 knots today, joining Anders Bringdal and Cédric Bordes, with 51.26 knots!

With more than a week left there`s no telling what happened, and the big man Bjorn Dunkerbeck just joined the contest and we can expect some big numbers from him, but will he or anyone beat Antoine Albeau’s 52 knots?

Kai Lenny Stoked to Launch his new Website

Professional Waterman Kai Lenny has launched his a new website, hawaiianwaterman.com.

Sign up right now for the news letter for a chance to win awesome prizes from his sponsors including:

  • One Naish Kite
  • One Naish stand up paddle
  • One year of Oxbow clothing
  • Your weight in Red bull cans
  • One year of Vertra sun cream
  • Five High Definition Contour camera
  • Five nights at the Turtle bay resort on the north shore of Oahu

Check out hawaiianwaterman.com

Final results of the AWT Pacasmayo Classic

Camille Juban wins the AWT Pacasmayo Classic in front of Fabrice Beaux and Alex Vargas.  Continue reading for more detail, the final results and some awesome pictures from the final day.
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Enter WindSports 2012 Pro Windsurfing Fantasy Pool


Windsports 2nd annual ro Windsurfing Fantasy Pool is on…so be sure to make your picks soon as the first event of the PWA season begins on April 19th, 2012 in Italy. Entries will be accepted until the flag drops on the first slalom race!

CLICK HERE to go to the entry form… and good luck

Win Robby Naish’s Personal Sail

Want to call Robby’s personal Chopper sail (all stickered up and autographed) your very own? Here’s your chance!

Not even available in stores yet, you could be the first to rock the new Naish Chopper at your local spot.

Just head over to http://www.naishsails.com/2012/chopper-giveaway , than enter your name and email address for a chance to win.