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Windsurfing Equipment

Windsurfing equipment is vital to the success of any windsurfing attempt. You see, unlike surfing, there is a lot of gear that goes into the typical windsurfing rig. Starting with the obvious items you have your board, your boom, your mast, and your sail. Those are a good start, but they’re only a start.

For example, any good windsurfing equipment setup includes a full body harness. The exact configuration of the harness varies by rider; some prefer leg and butt harnesses, while others prefer back and chest harnesses. But the goal is the same regardless; a harness takes the weight of your body off your arms.

Why does that matter? In windsurfing you have to maneuver your board both into the wind and with the wind, additionally, there is no rigging that holds an angle for the sail. You’re the one that will put the effort into holding the sail. If you’re also trying to support your body weight with your arms, your balance will be off, and you will fatigue more quickly. Windsurfing equipment like the body harness helps you avoid that pitfall and gives you a more enjoyable surfing experience.

 

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