Einfach Windsurfen lernen

From the beach, windsurfing looks easy. Just stand on the board, pull out the sail, and go? Anyone who's ever been on a board knows that the sport isn't all that easy to learn. While windsurfing is a fun sport, a surfer still needs solid knowledge, experience, and a grasp of the correct techniques. Which windsurfing board is right for me, and which windsurfing sail is suitable for beginners? What do I need to know about the weather, and how do I master a tack and a basic jibe?