Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Aruba Hi-Winds Tournament
The 23rd edition of Aruba Hi-Winds took place this past summer. Stay pending for the next summers 24th edition information.
Since its foundation in 1986 Aruba Hi-Winds has remained one of the biggest names in windsurfing events in the Caribbean, including freestyle windsurfing and kite boarding. The windsurfing competition takes place at the famous "Fisherman's Huts" the best windsurf spot of Aruba (north of the Marriott Hotel). The spectacular kite boarding contest mainly takes place at Boca Grandi, a popular kite board area on the south coast of the island.
Besides being a first-rate windsurfing and kite boarding event, the Aruba Hi-Winds is renowned for having an extensive and exhilarating entertainment and social program for its competitors and friends. Participating in the Aruba Hi-Winds means partying from start to finish!
Ever thought about racing in a tropical paradise? Race during the day and enjoy an incredible entertainment program with delicious dinners and enjoyable parties at night! It is the aim of the organizing committee to make the Aruba Hi-Winds within reach of as many sailors as possible from all economic backgrounds and from the various corners of the earth. Therefore, the organization has put together some very attractive deals on accommodation and registration fees.
Whether you're a traditional down-wind slalom racer, a fearless freestyler or if you're joined the newest craze in water sports: kite boarding, Aruba Hi-Winds is there for you!
See you at Aruba Hi-Winds 2010! Don't miss the fun! For more information email us!
Aruba Hi-Winds 2010 Windsurfing 24th edition of Hi-Winds
Program
Event: Aruba Hi-Winds 2010
Organized by: Aruba Hi-Winds Committee
Dates: TBA
Location: Fisherman's Huts, Malmok, Aruba
Rules: PWA Racing Rules
Registration: TBA
Aruba Hi-Winds 2010 Kiteboarding
Dates: TBA
Location: Fisherman's Huts and Boca Grandi
Results
Download Results Windsurfing and Kite Surfing Competitions
Kiteboarding Rules
1. Safety and fair play are the most important aspects of the competition. Unsafe riders will be disqualified. Leeward riders have right of way, therefore Windward riders should not jump when a leeward rider is close to them. When crossing paths a windward rider should keep his kite up high while a leeward rider should keep his kite down.
2. Riders must not change course to obstruct another rider nor jump near or over other competitors.
3. Riders should stay clear of the competition area when not competing.
4. Riders should not land jumps on the beach and should stay clear of any natural obstructions or permanent fixtures such as boats (including rescue- and jury boat) near or in the competition area. (Infringements on any of the above rules could result in disqualification at the discretion of the head judge)
5. Each rider is responsible for checking his heat number. This will be posted on the official notice board at least half an hour before the start of the first heat.
6. Riders are required to wear the official contest lycra shirt during their heats. Riders should check in with the marshal two heats prior to competing and will receive a color lycra shirt which will identify them to the judges. Competitors not wearing the shirt during their heats will not be scored. After the rider has completed his heat, the lycra shirt must be returned to the beach marshal when returning to the beach.
7. The Contest Director, Head Judge and Event Organizer will collectively make the decision as to the suitability of the conditions for running heats.
8. The freestyle judging criteria will be overall impression, taking in consideration technical difficulty, height and smoothness, including landings.
9. Judges will take brief notes of the moves performed during the heats, but will not assign moves a numerical value in their notes.
10. There shall be a single elimination for the freestyle competition.
Accommodations
Sunset Beach Studios Aruba's windsurfing sweet Spot. Located right in the center of the World Famous Fisherman's Huts, we combine the ultimate launch site and state-of-the-art F2 and North gear with the relaxed atmosphere of the new "Sunset Beach Studios".
Aruba Board Sailing
Aruba Boardsailing Productions N.V. - ORGANIZERS OF THE FAMOUS ARUBA HI-WINDSFishermen's Huts
Mailing address:
Alto Vista 43
Phone +297 586 0989
Aruba, Dutch Caribbean
Fax/Phone +297 586 3940
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(Offering special discount to VisitArubaPlus members)