This first thing that caught our eye this week was the awesome video released from the King of the Wind in Weymouth; it was a hugely successful event and brilliant to have such a great show on British shores as you can see!

The records continue to fall in Ludertiz, first we caught up with Zara Davis and then Antoine Albeau smashed the record again taking it over 52knots!

Boards also heard that Olympic silver medalist Nick Dempsey will be campaigning once more, for the 2016 Games in Rio now it is confirmed that windsurfing has retained its place.

Christmas is coming up quickly now, which means fantastic offers are around from many shops. Robin Hood Watersports and Zero Gravity both have fab offers on in the lead up to the festive season, whilst Club Vass have announced they’ll be running a competition to win a holiday for two! Plus, Boardwise have a Black Friday deal running for today only!

Here’s a brief round-up this week’s news.

The Luderitz Speed Challenge has been going off with records being smashed left right and centre. A certain Frenchman (Antoine Albeau) is currently leading the race to 50knots. Check it out here

The Centaur King Of The Wind event wrapped up with Davy Scheffers taking top honours. Full report here

Mr and Mrs Skye are now proud owners of a small child called Lily. Story here

An unfortunate tragedy hit the NE windsurfing community this week when one of our own passed away while enjoying his passion. Stay safe out there!

We reported there could be a reverse decision regarding the RS:X Class and Olympics. Stay tuned for more on that one. Check out the story here

And finally to finish thing off this week, here’s a mellow vid from El Medano.

Enjoy the weekend!

Nick is currently lying in 4th with Bryony in 7th overall. Things are far from decided and Boards will continue to bring you all the action and results from the event site in Weymouth.

Stay tuned!

Elsewhere but sticking with the Olympic theme we reported that there has now been an official legal challenge against the ISAF ballot to not include the RS:X discipline in the 2016 Rio Olympic Games. Boards will monitor this situation closely and bring you updates as and when they happen.

The battle to save the Weymouth and Portland Rescue Helicopter is underway and you can pledge your support by signing the e-petition here

Saskia Sills reported her amazing success during the Windsurfing Worlds that were held in Dublin Bay recently. Read her write up here

We were given the good news that the Scottish Wind Fest has been confirmed. All the details can be found here

And finally, get involved with the RYA’s Project Windsurf UK initiative -

Are the Olympics whetting your appetite to get out there and get involved in sport?
When did you last go windsurfing? We’ve had some great conditions meaning a large number of you have been very active, but there’s definitely people who have yet to make the connection with a local group to help them get back out there. Check out the map – to find your local group and then click on their home page to join them – and then get posting! And if there’s not a group in your area yet, consider starting your own… 

Project Windsurf UK

Have a great weekend and pray for wind!

See how things pan out next week with our onsite live commentary from Boards’ very own roving reporter/Editor – Amy Carter.

Elsewhere the return of the popular Walvis Bay Speed Week was confirmed, as was the 2012 La Reunion Wave Classic.

Both of these competitions should see a high level of action so stay tuned to Boards and Boardseeker to see how things pan out.

The conclusion of the PWA Fueretevnetura Slalom saw Finian Maynard take the top podium spot with Ben Van Der Steen in second and Antoine Albeau down in third. Check out what AA had to say here and the PWA’s round-up here

Don’t forget there is a new Boardseeker vid for your viewing pleasure which features some hot Tenerife action and speaking of this particular Canary Island – the Test Team are currently putting a bunch of wave kit through it’s paces out on ‘the rock’.

Keep your eyes peeled for the test later on in the year.

For now though, we will leave you with the news that the guys from Juice Watersports are heading to Grimwith Reservoir with a van laden with kit for your demoing pleasure. If you’re in the area then go and check out all the windsurf and SUP toys they have for you to play with.

Whatever you’re doing this weekend – have a good one and pray for wind!

Juice Demo Van

Boardwise will run their demo alongside the slalom competition.

Biggest news this week is that the BSA Slalom and Boardwise demo at Aberdovey this weekend is going to go off! Conditions are looking incredible, find out all the information here. 

Lots has been happening at Club Vass with their first Diva week  proving very successful.

Employment opportunities came up at both West Wittering in the UK and Jeri, Brazil, so if you’re thinking about a windsurfing summer get involved!

Red Bull Storm Chase reminded you that’s is the last chance to sign up for the competition, pros and amateurs are welcome.

Goya and Quatro introduced their latest addition to their ranges, whilst Quatro rider Adam Lewis and Dany Bruch announced the first of their coaching clinics this summer in Tenerife. 

Finally, Boards would again like to acknowledge the massive contribution to windsurfing made by the co-inventor Jim Drake, who sadly passed away this week.