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Kiddy windsurfing – with Challenger Sails Pro Kids sails.
Kiddy windsurfing is the future. With new blood coming into the sport the imminent years will keep burning bright. One downfall with kiddy windsurfing in the past has always been the kit used. Often hand me downs it’s usually too big, cumbersome and possibly heavy – especially when it comes to sails. In recent years…
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Windsurfing customs – the handmade sail option.
Windsurfing kit is a personal thing, that much all riders are aware. Every windsurfer has a particular set of criteria when looking for windsurfing kit. This can be based on style of riding, local conditions or a multitude of other factors. In years past custom windsurfing sails were more widely available. These days only a…
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Wingsurfing & windsurfing demo day success!
Wingsurfing and windsurfing demos are still needed. Mostly so riders can experience the equipment. But also brands (Challenger Sails UK included) can raise their awareness. Hayling Island Sailing Club has a solid membership. For what is (on paper at least) a small dot on a map the club’s catchment is far and wide. Plus, the…
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PWA Torbole Pro 2023 – Challenger Sails UK slideshow.
Earlier in May Challenger Sails UK’s Andy made the trip to Lake Garda for the PWA Torbole 2023 event which saw, once again, Challenger Sails’ pro rider Maciek Rutkowski take the event win. The PWA Torbole Pro didn’t see just success for Maciek, however, as Will McMillan also did amazingly well by nailing third place.…
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Wing foiling choices – which Ikaroz wing do I need?
Wing foiling gives riders the opportunity to reduce their kit significantly. Those who want, or consider themselves to need, a quiver can certainly go that route. But for many foilers two wings will often suffice. In some cases, you may get away with just one. So which size Challenger Sails Ikaroz wing should you choose?…
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Windfoiling performance freeride – the other foiling choice.
Windfoiling is often perceived as being all about racing. If you’re not charging round a slalom course, going Mach 10, usually with big sails and boards then it’s not worth doing. Yet there’s more to windfoiling than this. If you’re a freerider (which most are) then it’s still a very applicable discipline. You don’t HAVE…
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Windfoiling chat with Challenger Sails Force One & Bad 2.
Windfoiling requires a specific sail design and two popular choices within the Challenger Sails lineup are the Force One and Bad 2. Both have very distinct performance traits but have both been conceived with ease of use, speed and stability in mind. In this video, Claudio Badiali – Challenger’s head designer – talks a little…
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Claudio Badiali – the brains behind Challenger Sails.
Claudio Badili has a lifetime of sail design, making and providing the utmost quality and performance products to riders all around the world. From humble beginnings creating dinghy racing sails to getting involved in windsurf sail production and of late windsurfing wings Claudio’s knowledge and expertise is always in high demand. It’s no wonder Challenger…
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Maciek Rutkowski and Challenger Sails – PWA Torbole 2023 champions!
Maciek Rutkowski and Challenger Sails continue their winning run with another top podium finish in the recent PWA Torbole, Lake Garda slalom windsurfing event. A challenging week with flukey winds meant it was tough competition but no less Maciek came out on top for the first event of the season. Big congrats from us at…
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Windsurfing: bench mark moves & realistic progression.
Windsurfing begins as soon as you commit to learning. You could choose to go it alone, and with some products – such as inflatable sail and SUP combo – you can be up and sailing (ala windSUP style) in minutes. This may be enough for many, and why not? If you’re looking to progress, however,…
