tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34065057Thu, 18 Feb 2010 03:55:31 +0000http://www.gybesports.com.au/blog/blogger.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gybe Sports)Blogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34065057.post-8216313451423140371Tue, 01 Sep 2009 05:36:00 +00002009-09-01T15:39:19.767+10:00We saw a good forecast for the next four to five days for Morocco and Boujmaa Guilloul invited me to come over and check out his place. A plane, a taxi et voila! After that we enjoyed good meals, wind and waves! I’ve been going to these spots for the last ten years, it really is a good place with a very calm and special vibe to it. It was also a possibility to show this beautiful country to my http://www.gybesports.com.au/blog/2009/09/thomas-traversa-in-morocco.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gybe Sports)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34065057.post-6592494078465206857Tue, 14 Jul 2009 00:49:00 +00002009-07-14T10:50:10.099+10:00windsurfing pozo Tabou Gaastra VandalAlex Mussolini & Thomas Traversa Pozo 2009 from umi pictures on Vimeo.http://www.gybesports.com.au/blog/2009/07/alex-and-thomas-train-at-pozo.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gybe Sports)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34065057.post-5828697431904331850Fri, 03 Apr 2009 01:40:00 +00002009-04-03T13:18:58.589+11:00T1 Goes Bamboo. T1 is known for its audacity to think outside the box: The first to promote and firmly believe in a compact, user-need driven product range following its ‘One Man. One Board.’ concept. T1 then set new industry standards with its Version 3.0 introducing the revolutionary ‘revoXskin’ and ‘CarboX’ construction. Now, T1 is taking board building to yet another level with their http://www.gybesports.com.au/blog/2009/04/t1-goes-bamboo.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gybe Sports)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34065057.post-6108989911427196057Mon, 17 Mar 2008 06:09:00 +00002008-03-17T17:12:47.189+11:00Technora Laminate Version:Monofilm Version:Unlimited ProgressThe 2008 Gaastra Plasma redefines low-end power. Brought to you by Dan Kaseler, the inventor of modern short luff sails, the Plasma features a low aspect outline that facilitates liquid, easily handled power. Held solid by a pair of Cams, the Plasma boasts the most shape of any sail in the Gaastra range making it ideal for attaining http://www.gybesports.com.au/blog/2008/03/new-gaastra-plasma-lightwind-sail.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gybe Sports)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34065057.post-2939375625347669137Mon, 15 Oct 2007 04:34:00 +00002007-10-15T14:38:09.583+10:00Gaastra Manic HD (heavy duty)Interview with Gaastra sail designer Dan KaselerWhat brought about the Manic HD's development, and why opt for a no-monofilm sail now? With Gaastra we have been super successful with the Manic. It's proved to be great sail, whether ripping in Hawaii, Hatteras, or the Gorge. For the new season we originally focused on re-working the Manic, adding more tension and http://www.gybesports.com.au/blog/2007/10/gaastra-manic-hd-all-x-ply-wave-sail.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gybe Sports)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34065057.post-2013687585742109105Thu, 26 Jul 2007 05:44:00 +00002007-07-26T15:51:13.198+10:00As Gaastra was the feature in the said article I wanted to copy this post in order to sum up some my feelings on the article and to add a couple of things.1) Gaastra and Dan Kasseler built the sails on the Gaastra Masts to rig and feel how they do on those masts based on feedback from their test team. In reality it is true the Gaastra's rig a little flater than what Boards testers would like or http://www.gybesports.com.au/blog/2007/07/mast-article-in-boards-mag-copied-from.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gybe Sports)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34065057.post-4336105893048382122Wed, 25 Jul 2007 01:32:00 +00002007-07-25T11:36:33.880+10:00Hi Windsurfers.Our new season is almost upon us and it is time to reduce our left over stock to make space and cash for all the new goodies.we have a great number of Gaastra sails on sale from 2007 to 2005 models as well as a select few Tabou boardsI have attached the list as a pdf or you can browse our website for more specials.Please give us a call if there is anything special we can help you http://www.gybesports.com.au/blog/2007/07/hi-windsurfers.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gybe Sports)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34065057.post-8813156609959934938Tue, 24 Jul 2007 03:29:00 +00002007-07-24T13:34:59.668+10:00As it is the middle of winter and we are preparing for our new season. We have some great specials download the pdf list or visit our websitehttp://www.gybesports.com.au/blog/2007/07/gybesports-clearence-sale.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gybe Sports)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34065057.post-841588229355397742Mon, 25 Jun 2007 06:13:00 +00002007-06-25T16:14:24.576+10:00Tabou Rocket 125 Tabou’s only freeride range Character and Performance: Whether viewed through max width, tail width, nose width or volume, the rocket 12 was one of the bigger boards on test with a noticeably chunky tail.It’s much more performance freeride than intermediate platform or freemove and it’s principal strengths are early planning, a good top speed and a very secure and comfortable http://www.gybesports.com.au/blog/2007/06/tabou-rocket-125-review-boards-mag-june.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gybe Sports)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34065057.post-7183174243740809522Tue, 16 Jan 2007 08:56:00 +00002007-01-16T19:57:38.752+11:00T1 CrossX 97Windsurd mag UK test AugustT1 CrossX 97 At a GlanceThe CrossX is Thommen’s three-board crossover line-up, replacing the X-Series that was present in the range since the brand’s conception. The 97 is the middle sibling, and like the rest of the boards in the range sees a subtle alteration to its base rocker to improve its speed potential. With manoeuvrability also highlighted as a http://www.gybesports.com.au/blog/2007/01/review-t1-cross-x-97.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gybe Sports)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34065057.post-2845253434621121741Thu, 11 Jan 2007 12:16:00 +00002007-01-11T23:23:32.310+11:00The Luxury of Carbon BoomsIf you are still wondering why all the fuss over carbon booms, then obviously you haven’t tried one. The best masts, the best boards, and the best fins are made out of carbon fiber. It is only logical that the best booms are made out of carbon fiber as well. Arguably, the stiffness of the boom is as important as the design of the mast or the sail. Every time you switch http://www.gybesports.com.au/blog/2007/01/luxury-of-carbon-booms.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gybe Sports)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34065057.post-38715790569787190Wed, 13 Dec 2006 13:44:00 +00002006-12-14T00:51:03.111+11:00Gaastra Greetings,VAPOR ‘007Due to the overwhelming response and positive feedback we are sure we have improved the Vapor 2007. Check the Vapor 2007 out, feel the easy rotation and the rock solid feeling! In the words of Dave White:“Nature’s force. From the lightest of winds to the strongest gust the Vapor works in harmony with nature to harness its power and to deliver a smooth controllable http://www.gybesports.com.au/blog/2006/12/gaastra-greetingsvapor-007-due-to.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gybe Sports)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34065057.post-116463346448268645Mon, 27 Nov 2006 13:12:00 +00002006-11-28T00:17:44.500+11:00My first visit to boggy lake was an eye opener! While it's a bit of a drive and has limited facilities, (not even a proper tree) this spot is a gem for all flat water sailors and the weather really turned it on. conditions up to 30 knots got the crew out testing out latest Gaastra Sails.What was on test?Remedy 6.4GTX 7.5Echo 6.9Manic 5.7Rocket 140Rocekt 1153s 107Da curve 79I'd really like to http://www.gybesports.com.au/blog/2006/11/boggy-lake-demo-day.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gybe Sports)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34065057.post-115917019611517542Mon, 25 Sep 2006 07:41:00 +00002006-09-25T17:43:16.123+10:00A gybe (also spelled jibe) is when a sailing boat (yacht) turns its stern through the wind, such that the direction of the wind changes from one side of the boat to the other. The term wearing ship is used in tall ships for gybing. sometimes misspelled or confused with its homophone "gibe" - to deride or tease with taunting words.http://www.gybesports.com.au/blog/2006/09/why-gybe-sports.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gybe Sports)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34065057.post-115882091813452015Thu, 21 Sep 2006 06:32:00 +00002006-09-21T16:41:58.143+10:00The success speaks for itself, the Gaastra Vapour is now the most successful race sail on the circuit. Click here to Learn morehttp://www.gybesports.com.au/blog/2006/09/vapour-proof-is-in-results.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gybe Sports)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34065057.post-115812762388459217Wed, 13 Sep 2006 05:58:00 +00002006-09-13T16:07:03.896+10:00Team Tabou07.08.06 - By: PWA / Brian McDowellIn recent years, PWA corporate members Tabou have undergone considerable transformation. From humble beginnings as a traditional, hand-crafted custom board shop in Marseille, France, they’re now a large-scale, world championship winning, mass-production board brand.Back then shaper and visionary Fabian Wollenweider worked alone, and as his reputation http://www.gybesports.com.au/blog/2006/09/team-tabou07.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gybe Sports)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34065057.post-115810710926208073Wed, 13 Sep 2006 00:24:00 +00002006-11-09T16:56:08.543+11:00Every year the industry ponders the demise of windsurfing as a ubiquitously popular past time and the reduction in sales for their companies. the answers to why windsurfing has slowly died are not easy but many are looking into it and trying to resurrect a sports that was the number one activity for millions in the 80's. As part of this blog I would like to put the issue up for discussion and http://www.gybesports.com.au/blog/2006/09/future-of-windsurfing.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gybe Sports)11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34065057.post-115779094089150514Sat, 09 Sep 2006 08:33:00 +00002006-09-09T18:35:40.896+10:00Welcome to Gybe log - we hope to create an online log fro our team riders, company employees, product news and friends as well as a place to record our ideas and thoughts for you to comment on. Please feel free to comment or email us through the contact details on our home page www.gybesports.com.auDavidhttp://www.gybesports.com.au/blog/2006/09/welcome-to-gybe-log-we-hope-to-create.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gybe Sports)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34065057.post-115772367258816268Fri, 08 Sep 2006 13:53:00 +00002006-12-11T05:10:29.583+11:00Quick post to check templatehttp://www.gybesports.com.au/blog/2006/09/quick-post-to-check-template.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gybe Sports)0