Almost 40 competitors from four different countries were registered for the regatta. After a total of four complete slalom eliminations in light to medium winds, the 2022 Multivan Windsurf Cup Champion Michele Becker (GER-277, Patrik Windsurfing) from Kiel won superiorly. Second place went to DSV squad surfer Jonne Heimann (GER-107, JP, Neil Pryde) ahead of young talent Meno Büchler (GER-91, Starboard, Severne) from Heidkate near Kiel.
The IFCA Slalom Europeans will draw a lot of attention. IFCA is the only body that offers separate disciplines for fin slalom and foil slalom. The participants may decide if they compete in one or the other discipline or even in both. So the riders may follow their personal preferences. So the IFCA Europeans will give Foiling experts the chance to shine. Fin enthusiasts may blast over the water and universal riders can have a double chance.
The world of water sports on stage at the beginning of June in South Sardinia at the Calasetta Water sports Festival. Sup, windsurfing, kite and wing foil, and kayak will be the protagonists at La Salina beach in top-level sports and promotional events: the highlight will be the IFCA Junior and Youth Slalom World Championships. Fifteen days of sport, but also of important cultural and musical events for a start to the summer season dedicated to the sea, nature, culture and young people.
During this season the new Safety rule changes were successfully implemented Helmets and impact vest are now here to stay. A new competition structure has been presented and shall take shape as from 2023 onward. IFCA welcomes Ms. Seda Tunc on board who will contribute and support the area of class management and event activities. The Fin foil debate has been an ongoing topic and we plan to keep you inform in the course of the next season.
The International Funboard Class Association (IFCA) is presenting the IFCA competition structure for slalom.
The concept includes competition formats for…
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The third competition day started off smoothly´with the wind already blowing from the right direction. At noon it was finally time for the first races to start in light to…