How to Do a Water Start on a Windsurf Board
- 1). Get on the windward (upwind) side of the board with the luff (side of the sail nearest the mast) facing the wind.
- 2). Hold the mast just above the boom.
- 3). Draw the rig up over the tail of the board so that it is sitting on board with the boom pointing over the tail. The sail should flap freely after the water drains off.
- 4). Steer the board so that the nose points leeward (downwind) by using your foot against the board and continuing to hold onto the mast.
- 5). Put whichever foot feels more natural into the foot strap.
- 6). Present the sail to the wind by lifting it up slightly and switching your hands onto the lower side of the boom.
- 7). Pump the rig by pushing up and pulling back, getting it to catch the wind and pull you out of the water in one smooth motion.
- 8). Plant your other foot quickly onto the board and ride.
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