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Windsurfing
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The beginnings of windsurfing can be traced back to 1969 when two friends Drake and Schweitzer who invented the sport in the US. Windsurf boards production followed very soon after, already in 1970. Current boards can easily achieve a 65 km/h speed, and skillful windsurfers can jump up to 10-meter height or sail the waves of average height of a family house.
Windsufing
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Windsurfing equipment
You only need a couple of things for windsurfing. For UVA and UVB protection, hypothermia, and fall protection, it is recommended to use a wet suit, from 2 to 5 mm thick. Since you lean on your feet during windsurfing, be sure to wear shoes, or better, boots for windsurfing. Because you run the surfsail with your hands, gloves are another part of the necessary equipment. When shopping, choose the tightest pair of gloves because they tend to stretch when wet. After you learn the beginners' techniques, try getting a trapeze because it doesn't strain the hands as much and makes the managing of the windsurf board easier.
Best windsurfing locations in Croatia
Premantura (Pula)
In Premantura, which is the most outer part of Istrian peninsula, a pleasant
Southeastern wind blows in summer suitable for windsurfing-beginners, while
bura and strong jugo winds blow in the fall and springtime. Because of the
favorable blowing direction of the wind (directly towards land), bura in
Premantura is not dangerous because it will bring you directly to the shore
in case of an accident. Jugo, on the other hand, causes waves as big as
2 or 3 meters because of the shallowness of the sea and makes Prematura
to a well-known wave spot. During those times you can surf big waves on
short boards.
Ravni and Rabac (Rabac)
Near Ravni, a place south of Labin, the part of the channel between land and coast of the island of Cres is the narrowest. Pleasant warm winds that blow from the Southwest reaching up to 15 notches create good conditions for windsurfers. One other favorable spot for windsurfing is situated near Rabac - a strong and constant wind is created by bura that blows from Velebit and big waves appear suitable for surfers - free riders.
Preluk (Volosko near Opatija)
Favorable winds blow for surfers and windsurfers in Preluk Bay not far from
Volosko early in the morning and during night because of the temperature
difference between land and sea. Conditions for surfing are best in the
beginning of autumn because winds can then turn to tramuntane during the
night. Surfers often come in the night and start to surf in the dark waiting
for dawn on the waves.
Punat and Ba?ka (island of Krk)
The island of Krk is definitely a good place to windsurf, and depending on your surfing skills you can choose between two locations: Ba?ka and Punta. Since a strong bura blows directly towards Ba?ka from direction of Senj, wind speed often reaches up to 27 to 30 notches, and the waves rise up to 1,5 m thus creating heavenly conditions for windsurfing on short boards for professionals. Punat is a more quiet and calm bay that is more suitable for beginners and middle-experienced surfers because bura blows with medium strength, and the sea is smooth without any waves.
Jadrija (?ibenik)
In Jadrija, a resort near ?ibenik, you can experience a whole spectrum of different winds. During spring and autumn you will "catch" a strong bura and a medium jugo, and in the summer tramuntana and maestral will create excellent conditions for windsurfing. Due to several islands in front of Jadrija, it is safe to windsurf so all windsurf-lovers can practice their sport regardless of their level of knowledge or skill.
Bol (Brac)
Bol is an internationally famous windsurfers' destination and generally the most beautiful place to go windsurfing on the Adriatic. In a channel between the islands of Hvar and Brac blows maestral that is stronger on this side of the coast than anywhere else, and that appears every afternoon almost without exception. easy wind levante blows during the morning that is ideal for learning and practice so you can find many windsurfing schools on this part of the coast.
Viganj (Pelje?ac)
Viganj on top of Pelje?ac peninsula is, next to Bol on Brac, the best summer destination for windsurfers. Every day, from the afternoon to sunset appears a medium maestral and an occasional jugo. Windsurfing conditions are milder than those on Brac, and because the waves are not too tall, Viganj is suitable for beginners and medium skilled surfers.
source: adriatica.net
LINKS
Surfmania - A.B. Original Surf Shop
Surf Shop for windsurfing enthusiasts. We have al the equipment and gear for best windsurfing experience.
Adventure & Outdoors Center - Bol island Brac
Windsurfing School (associated with WWS), equipment rentals, storage and sales (dealers for Gaastra, Fiberspaar, Tecno Limits, selling F2, Hifly and other second hand stuff). Mountainbiking excursions and rentals. Diving lessons (SSI, PADI, NAUI, CMAS), excursions and rentals of equipment.
Windsurf station
Windsurfing courses for beginners and experinced windsurfesrs in four languages, windsurfing equipment rental (Gunasaisl, Bic, Tiga ), windsurfing equipment storege, great wind conditions, sails & boards repair, new & used equipment sale.
WIndsurfing Kortcula
Due to the ideal geographical position of Korcula, windsurfing is a very popular sport in Korcula's waters. Korcula is exposed to the sun for most of the day and due to regular wind Maestral, which blows in Peljesac and Korcula Channel almost every afternoon, Korcula is pleasantly windy town ideal for windsurfing.Croatian Sailing Federation
Croatian Sailing Federation is responsible for sailing, organising regatta, sailing calendar, national team AdriaKite.com - Adriatic Kiteboarding Magazine
Get to know everything about kiteboarding in Croatia and the world. Windsurfing Club Zagreb
Winsurfinsg club Zagreb Info
Windsurfing centar Premantura
Windsurfing spots in Pula/Istra Croatia. Surf on waves in Croatia, kite, windsurfing, gallery. Tsunami Windsurfing Camp
Windsurfing school, only in Croatia with wave surfing, best prices for renting equipment and accommodation, big gallery. Zoo station Windsurfing center
Windsurfing center in Bol, Croatia. Featuring Zoo Station Freestyle Open in June, an international Windsurfing and Extreme sports event. Equipment rental, storage, lessons, accommodation Orca-Sport
Windsurfing center that includes school, equipment rental, equipment storage, equipment for sale. Windsurfing school approwed by WWS (World Windsurf Schools). F2, Arrows, and Pacific Windsurfing equipment used and sold.
Yellow Cat Kite Club & Kitesurf Croatia
Kite sports in Croatia - spots, events, people, equipment, links, pics,....
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The beginnings of windsurfing can be traced back to 1969 when two friends Drake and Schweitzer who invented the sport in the US. Windsurf boards production followed very soon after, already in 1970. Current boards can easily achieve a 65 km/h speed, and skillful windsurfers can jump up to 10-meter height or sail the waves of average height of a family house.
Windsufing
Links Windsurfing equipment
You only need a couple of things for windsurfing. For UVA and UVB protection, hypothermia, and fall protection, it is recommended to use a wet suit, from 2 to 5 mm thick. Since you lean on your feet during windsurfing, be sure to wear shoes, or better, boots for windsurfing. Because you run the surfsail with your hands, gloves are another part of the necessary equipment. When shopping, choose the tightest pair of gloves because they tend to stretch when wet. After you learn the beginners' techniques, try getting a trapeze because it doesn't strain the hands as much and makes the managing of the windsurf board easier.
Best windsurfing locations in Croatia
Premantura (Pula)
In Premantura, which is the most outer part of Istrian peninsula, a pleasant
Southeastern wind blows in summer suitable for windsurfing-beginners, while
bura and strong jugo winds blow in the fall and springtime. Because of the
favorable blowing direction of the wind (directly towards land), bura in
Premantura is not dangerous because it will bring you directly to the shore
in case of an accident. Jugo, on the other hand, causes waves as big as
2 or 3 meters because of the shallowness of the sea and makes Prematura
to a well-known wave spot. During those times you can surf big waves on
short boards. Ravni and Rabac (Rabac)
Near Ravni, a place south of Labin, the part of the channel between land and coast of the island of Cres is the narrowest. Pleasant warm winds that blow from the Southwest reaching up to 15 notches create good conditions for windsurfers. One other favorable spot for windsurfing is situated near Rabac - a strong and constant wind is created by bura that blows from Velebit and big waves appear suitable for surfers - free riders.
Preluk (Volosko near Opatija)
Favorable winds blow for surfers and windsurfers in Preluk Bay not far from
Volosko early in the morning and during night because of the temperature
difference between land and sea. Conditions for surfing are best in the
beginning of autumn because winds can then turn to tramuntane during the
night. Surfers often come in the night and start to surf in the dark waiting
for dawn on the waves. Punat and Ba?ka (island of Krk)
The island of Krk is definitely a good place to windsurf, and depending on your surfing skills you can choose between two locations: Ba?ka and Punta. Since a strong bura blows directly towards Ba?ka from direction of Senj, wind speed often reaches up to 27 to 30 notches, and the waves rise up to 1,5 m thus creating heavenly conditions for windsurfing on short boards for professionals. Punat is a more quiet and calm bay that is more suitable for beginners and middle-experienced surfers because bura blows with medium strength, and the sea is smooth without any waves.
Jadrija (?ibenik)
In Jadrija, a resort near ?ibenik, you can experience a whole spectrum of different winds. During spring and autumn you will "catch" a strong bura and a medium jugo, and in the summer tramuntana and maestral will create excellent conditions for windsurfing. Due to several islands in front of Jadrija, it is safe to windsurf so all windsurf-lovers can practice their sport regardless of their level of knowledge or skill.
Bol (Brac)
Bol is an internationally famous windsurfers' destination and generally the most beautiful place to go windsurfing on the Adriatic. In a channel between the islands of Hvar and Brac blows maestral that is stronger on this side of the coast than anywhere else, and that appears every afternoon almost without exception. easy wind levante blows during the morning that is ideal for learning and practice so you can find many windsurfing schools on this part of the coast.
Viganj (Pelje?ac)
Viganj on top of Pelje?ac peninsula is, next to Bol on Brac, the best summer destination for windsurfers. Every day, from the afternoon to sunset appears a medium maestral and an occasional jugo. Windsurfing conditions are milder than those on Brac, and because the waves are not too tall, Viganj is suitable for beginners and medium skilled surfers.
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source: adriatica.net
LINKS
Surfmania - A.B. Original Surf Shop
Surf Shop for windsurfing enthusiasts. We have al the equipment and gear for best windsurfing experience.
Adventure & Outdoors Center - Bol island Brac
Windsurfing School (associated with WWS), equipment rentals, storage and sales (dealers for Gaastra, Fiberspaar, Tecno Limits, selling F2, Hifly and other second hand stuff). Mountainbiking excursions and rentals. Diving lessons (SSI, PADI, NAUI, CMAS), excursions and rentals of equipment.
Windsurf station
Windsurfing courses for beginners and experinced windsurfesrs in four languages, windsurfing equipment rental (Gunasaisl, Bic, Tiga ), windsurfing equipment storege, great wind conditions, sails & boards repair, new & used equipment sale.
WIndsurfing Kortcula
Due to the ideal geographical position of Korcula, windsurfing is a very popular sport in Korcula's waters. Korcula is exposed to the sun for most of the day and due to regular wind Maestral, which blows in Peljesac and Korcula Channel almost every afternoon, Korcula is pleasantly windy town ideal for windsurfing.Croatian Sailing Federation
Croatian Sailing Federation is responsible for sailing, organising regatta, sailing calendar, national team AdriaKite.com - Adriatic Kiteboarding Magazine
Get to know everything about kiteboarding in Croatia and the world. Windsurfing Club Zagreb
Winsurfinsg club Zagreb Info
Windsurfing centar Premantura
Windsurfing spots in Pula/Istra Croatia. Surf on waves in Croatia, kite, windsurfing, gallery. Tsunami Windsurfing Camp
Windsurfing school, only in Croatia with wave surfing, best prices for renting equipment and accommodation, big gallery. Zoo station Windsurfing center
Windsurfing center in Bol, Croatia. Featuring Zoo Station Freestyle Open in June, an international Windsurfing and Extreme sports event. Equipment rental, storage, lessons, accommodation Orca-Sport
Windsurfing center that includes school, equipment rental, equipment storage, equipment for sale. Windsurfing school approwed by WWS (World Windsurf Schools). F2, Arrows, and Pacific Windsurfing equipment used and sold.
Yellow Cat Kite Club & Kitesurf Croatia
Kite sports in Croatia - spots, events, people, equipment, links, pics,....
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