Sailors

February 10, 2013

Ginormous Moves on Mission 1

It has possibly been the most radical day in windsurfing history. With wind speeds peaking at over 70 knots and angry, 20-ft waves, athletes pulled off ginormous moves.

Here are four of the most notable ones, stitched together as sequences for your viewing pleasure. Kudos to these guys!

January 30, 2013

Ten Who Slayed The Storm

They say only the strongest will survive, so what does it take to tackle the perfect storm?

Ireland whipped the Atlantic Ocean into a frenzy and these ten heroes not only managed to push the limits of storm sailing, but actually put on a mesmerising show of sky-high jumps and thrilling wave rides as well. Let's meet them and see what's required to make it such a spectacle.

October 1, 2012

Storm Chasers Rule PWA Wave Tour

Red Bull Storm Chase is back on standby, now that the 2012 PWA World Tour has finished. The wait for storms continues.

The crew would like to extend it's congratulations to all Storm Chasers ranking high in the wave overall results!

August 23, 2012

Justyna Sniady's Story

She's a pro sailor. Highly capable. Really tough. Very pretty. She wanted to be part of the chase.

But this time, it wasn't meant to be.

Here's the story of Justyna Sniady, who sadly couldn't register for the competition, although she had long been looking forward to it.

August 1, 2012

Red Bull Storm Chase is on!

3 fat storms above 10 Beaufort, 10 sailors, and the entire planet as a stage. These are the breathtaking ingredients for the most challenging windsurfing contest of all time.

Starting today, Red Bull Storm Chase is on! The crew is continuously monitoring all chosen destinations for suitable storms.

July 20, 2012

5 Substitutes Await Their Chance

What happens if any of the 10 Storm Chasers drop out of the first mission due to any circumstances?

That's the moment for 5 substitutes who are lined up. They are eagerly awaiting their chance to be part of the chase...

July 16, 2012

10 Storm Chasers Have Been Chosen

The voting has ended. 10 Storm Chasers have been chosen to compete man vs. man vs. nature.

Expect these guys to deliver insane performances in a fierce competition like no other. Starting August 1st, the chase is on!

July 13, 2012

John Carter about the Shortlist

John Carter is highly acclaimed in the windsurfing world for his longtime role as PWA photographer.

If there's anyone qualified to comment on the quality of the action on the water it's him. He looked at sailors profiles with the eye of a photographer...

July 6, 2012

Robby Naish about the Shortlist

It's the 5th day of the 2-week long public voting period. 50 registrants have been nominated and are currently hoping for a spot amongst the Top 10.

Robby Naish was head of the jury which selected the shortlisted sailors. It wasn't easy for him to choose his favorites...

July 2, 2012

Vote Your Favorite Sailors!

The expert jury, headed by Robby Naish, has shortlisted 50 sailors from all 140 registrants... Now it's your turn!

Decide who you want to see tackle in the fiercest challenge against the elements. Vote for your favorite sailors before July 15th.

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