Physical test at Inspanningloont Last Friday I underwent physiological tests at Inspanningloont and at SMA Utrecht. The test included a VO2 Max test, blood samples, lung function tests, cardiac scans and multiple other test’s. It was a fun and intense at the same time, as I needed to give it all. To sum it up, full body check with the ultimate goal getting more data information on how can improve my physical training. This will help to reduce injuries, stay fit and to be more than ready when I need to perform. Special thanks to Anne-Marie Boelens-Quist, Leendert van Gaalen and the team. For more information please visit the following websites: Inspanning Loont – SMA Utrecht
Video Doubleloop wipeout Sometimes you got to let go! Well this one was caught on camera by my buddy Paul Zeper and thank you Continentseven sharing the video.
A variety of clips from 2010 and starting of 2012, captured at several locations in the world: Maui Hawaii, Brazil, South-Africa, Bonaire, Fuerteventura and Holland.
Editor: Miles Rouse
EsCape – A Windsurfing Action Documentary about Cape Town
Henri Meijer (Hn3 Productions) produced a 18minutes video about Cape Town and its nearby spots. And it seems, he filmed windsurfing action from everybody, who visited Cape Town this year.
A Windsurfing Action Documentary about Cape Town 2012.
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Henri studied Media & Entertainment and wanted to combine a windsurfing trip with producing a video. Henri: “I thought why not combine that with the most beautiful sport/ lifestyle in one of the most beautiful places in the world?! I saved some money, bought a camera, booked a ticket and contacted a few pro windsurfers who were going there. And there you have it. A video about a beautiful place with awesome people, a great atmosphere and a huge diversity in culture and nature. And of course some of the best windsurfers in the world in super nice conditions! Thanks to everyone for two great months!”
Spots: Sunset Beach, Big Bay, Platboom, Witsands, Langebaan, Rietvlei, Cape Town City, Khayelitsha, Aquila Game Reserve, Cape Point
Riders: Ricardo Campello, Steven van Broeckhoven, Maarten van Ochten, Harry Volgezang, Davy Scheffers, Andy “Bubble” Chambers, Kevin Mevissen, Max Rowe, Andre Paskowski, Jonas Handekeyn, Nick de Wannemaeker, Kenneth Danilesen, Christopher Friees, Jamie Hancock, Andras Zan, Ivan Newmark, Olya Raskina, Fabian Weber, Bernd Flessner,…
Training | South Africa 2012 We’ve had some nice conditions since I arrived here in South-Africa, all though I have to say, the weather is kind of weird sometimes. The wind kicks in late, around 2pm and temperature variate a lot too. Normally in Cape-Town the wind starts building around 10am and thann it will continue to build during the day. Combining both freestyle and wave disciplines is just the best fun. On the not average days the conditions at Sunset have been really good for free-wave. The conditions allow you when going out practicing a various amount of jumps. When going in towards the beach there are some flat areas between the waves, great for the flatwater power moves. Right now I’ve been to several spots here for both freestyle and wave. When it’s windy in Cape-Town we mostly have Freestyle session on Rietvlei (which is a nearby lake). Usually after that we’re going freestyling in the waves.
When it’s not windy in or around Cape-Town, there’s really often wind at Langebaan, Kraalbaai, Sharksbay, just one hour away from Cape-Town. Kraalbaai, really reminds me of Bonaire with turquoise blue water and the shallow areas. This spot is located in one of the few national parks around here. Bsides the good windsurfing conditions the whole area is just simply breathtaking. Ultimately when there’s no wind at all, than it’s always good spot for SUP (Stand Up Paddling). The other day there we had awesome conditions, just in front of the house where I was staying. 14 second period and five set wave. It was just perfect, long lines from 1,5m. up to sometimes 2,5m. high. Great. Then around the area where I currently live there are numerous of wine-tastings and of course there’s Cape-Town where there’s always plenty to do. For me South Africa is providing a good situation, on the light days I first start of at the gym. They have all the facilities to do a good work out and for stretching (Yoga), strength, endurance. etc. Mostly in Cape Town it’s windy for five days and then the wind takes a break for 2 or 3 days. This is perfect to give your mind and body a little rest and to be fit and ready for the next windsurfing sessions after!
