MANU'S WINDSURFING BLOG

 

We all have our own goals in life, for us windsurfers, the front loop (or forward loop) is one of those moves which inspires us. Also known as the spin loop (or speed loop) on flat water, the day I discovered this move on a freestyle video, I knew I had to learn it. The move is often explained in magazines or books such as the Tricktionary 3 Windsurfing Bible!
While we may hear things like: "It can be learned in one day" or "It's easy", this move does require full commitment. As an exaggerated airborne catapult, it is easy to understand why the mental barrier can be a challenge.
As I kept coming up with excuses (lack of, or bad orientation of ramps, wind not good, water too cold, too tired, not the right gear, etc.), on the 17th of November 2014, exactly 6 days before turning 40, I decided to use my birthday as a deadline for at least trying loops.
So this is my quest... my Quest to Loop!

Looking for gift ideas for windsurfers? I decided to start making my own windsurfing designs! Check out my all new STORE page for more awesome products such as retro t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, hats, and even home decor!
Each of the following models is available for women, men or kids in a variety of colors. Please, do forward me your ideas or requests, I may totally create something for you. Come back often for updates :)

I'm SORRY, It was WINDY
The feeling when the wind is
blowing but we can't go!!

Landed your first forward?
Wear this one with PRIDE :)

Enjoy SENDING IT???
You'll make this look GOOOOD!

Give Me More WIND
Eyes desperately stuck on
the wind chart!

Ask Me About my
FORWARD LOOP Obsession!

Deep Blue Underwater Photo
Photo taken from a windsurfing session on the reef!

Windsurfing Heartbeat
Windsurfer planing dragging hand in water
View all designs in my store...
Quest COMPLETE! Video summary of 7 months of work to end my quest of the forward loop :)
Some nice windsurfing material and gift ideas, particularly recommend the Tricktionary 3 book :) !

Windsurfing By Peter Hart
 
My Forward LOOP QUEST! top ⇧
Here are some of the products I use and recommend:

GoPro Hero 5 Session

Gorilla Clear Repair Tape,
and ~3" Wider Version