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August 16th: For the first time, going offshore by boat with the Wing board!
Today was finally the day for a lesson going offshore by boat.Until now, practice had been near the shore, buttoday we were truly 'going out to sea'.Amidst a mix of anticipation and anxiety, I boarded a small boat for the first time. As we left the sandy beach,I felt the gaze of the bathers on […]
August 23rd: Wing board (4.0m2 + wind all-round board)
Today's lesson was at the beach.Looking up at the sky, the wind was still weak as usual.I couldn't help but laugh, thinking, "Again...".But today is different.For the first time, I'm going out to sea "without a rope," using only my own power. The wind on the beach is gentle, but there aren't rough swells like […]
August 30th: Wing Board (5.3m² + Wind Board)
Today, another school session on the beach.And again today――the wind is weak (cries).Why doesn't the wind blow much during Enoshima's summer?Even though the sky is clear and blue,it seems the crucial wind has gone somewhere else. Amidst this, the instructor said."Since the wind is light today, would you like to try a slightly larger Wing?"Although […]
September 6th: Wing Board (5.3m3 + Wing-specific board)
Today, it's a school session at the beach again.A few clouds drift in the sky, and the sea surface sparkles.And today, at last, there's wind.It's light, but a steady 3-4m/s,with occasional gusts reaching 6-7m/s."Today looks promising," I thought, and my chest felt a little warm. As September began, the restrictions on the bathing area finally […]
September 13th: SUP Wave Riding; No Wing
My goal is clear.To someday freely ride the waves with Wing-foil,running, jumping, and becoming one with the wind as if flying over the sea surface.To achieve that, the ability to read waves and acquire the sensation of riding them is essential.Today was an important day for that purpose. From morning, the sea was calm, with […]
September 27th: SUP Surfing: No Wing
No wind today either.Enoshima in the morning was calm, and the sea surface was too peaceful."Should I go around Enoshima on SUP, or should I go surfing (wave riding) ---"I consulted with the instructor, but in this late summer with almost no wind, the choices were limited.Truly, summer in Enoshima is 'windless'.If this continues, the […]
October 4th: Participation in gear manufacturers' exhibition and test ride event
On this day, at the teacher's suggestion, we skipped the usual lesson,and decided to participate in the test ride event held at Enoshima.I heard that the latest gear would be lined up along the beach,and my heart raced at the thought, 'Maybe I can go windsurfing for the first time in a while!' The teacher […]
October 11: SUP Surfing — Riding the Typhoon Waves —
A big typhoon had passed, and another one was approaching.I was a little worried, thinking, "Will I be able to go out to sea today?", but the forecast showed rain, yet the wind was only 4-5 m/s.With a glimmer of hope that I might be able to go, I headed towards Enoshima. However, when I […]
October 18th: Wing board (Wing 4.0m²)
Today, the wind finally blew.It's been a month since I last used the Wing.From the morning, looking at the weather map and wind forecast,I was convinced that 'today is the day'.The forecast was 7m/s.Around 13:00, the air started to move,and streaks of wind appeared on the sea surface.For safety, I chose 4.0m² today. Since it […]
October 26: Wing board wing 5.0m² (new model): Battle against offshore wind
Today started with getting measured to order a semidry suit in preparation for winter.I usually rent a 3-season suit, but for winter sea conditions, a perfectly fitting one is essential.It's better if it prevents water intrusion and is easy to put on and take off.Full gear including boots, gloves, and headgear––It was expensive, but I […]