Due to financial and logistical issues with the Local Organiser which we have not been able to resolve the UKWA has been forced to cancel the National Wave Championship Event at Gwithian. It will be replaced with a Freewave National Series Event which will with the kind permission of Penwith District Council be run at Marazion. (Freewave 1 Event info).
UKWA News
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Freewave Easter comp - Important notice
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Keith Atkinson signs with Starboard
The British Formula Windsurfing Champion Keith Atkinson signs with Starboard for 2006 as part of the international team. Keith is an up and coming talent showing excellent performances in 2005 with some fantastic international results, proving he is a force to be reckoned with, and for many years to come.
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Hayling Slalom Results
Despite the great forecast the wind didn't really kick in. The Junior Techno and Challenge Fleets got a round in, but Top Flight didn't quite.
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Chairman's overview for 2006
The first event for 2006 is approaching fast and I can't wait. It has been a long Winter without the adrenalin buzz that comes with a good race. And good competition is what the UKWA is all about! Read on for a great overview of 2006, starting now!
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Junior Slalom and Techno 293 Slalom
If you have been following the forums you will already be aware of a change to Fleet structure at Slalom events, and last years junior fleet becomes a Techno 293 Junior fleet, the race entry form has been amended accordingly. (More on Junior Slalom and Techno 293 Slalom).
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Welsh Hi Ho
The Welsh Hi Ho will be making a welcome return this year. Once again the venue will be the picturesque cove of Dale in Pembrokeshire, though Dale will only be a base for operations with wave sailing and cliff jumping locations within a 6 mile radius.
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Irish Windsurfing Association - new website
Our friends on the Emerald Isle have just gone live with a new look website. Check out: www.sailing.ie/windsurf. If you are planning a trip you may wish to combine it with a compettion . All UKWA members are welcome at IWA events, check out the IWA calendar.
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Calema Final Results
Keith Atkinson acheived 6th place at the Calema Midwinters in Florida against competition such as World Champion Antoine Albeau (beating him in the first race). Full gallery & results on the event web site, and some stories on Devon Boulon's site.
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Pre-season entry forms
The season is rapidly approaching and (better late than never), we have all the entry forms ready. It's also more important this year - pre-entering the race events will save quite a bit, although pre-entry really is pre-entry now (14 days).
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New Corporate Member - Merman Imports
Merman Import is a board and sail retailer who's business is internet based, but don't worry about not being able to see the kit: At least once a month they will be staging Demo weekends. These will take place at various locations accross the UK and Ireland. This will enable you to try out any of the kit we have on offer.
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TK Tips - Techno Boom
Apprently a lot of competitors in the Techno class (and their parents) have been struggling to apply the booms. Tushingham sent this in from Ali Masters, showing how to fit them correctly, avoiding trapped fingers and frustration!
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1st event - Slalom at Hayling
The first event of the year is only a few weeks away, we're just getting the individual event information up now, starting with the first event, the Slalom series event at Hayling.
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Who's Ear is This?
Following the success of last years 'Mystery Windsurfer' competition Mr Simpson is contributing a Luxury Easter Egg once more for this Years Easter Competition...
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Combined Events at Marazion
Marazion will see course racing and slalom events run at the same race site and other events in future if the concept works. Many competitors make a holiday of this event in the beautifully picturesque location of Marazion overlooked by St Michael's Mount. So this year Marazion reverts to a four day event.
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Keith wins Sports Personality Award
"Windsurfer Keith Atkinson has won the inaugural Kentish Times and Reporter Sports Personality of the year."