Slalom is fast-paced windsurfing racing on a short open water course.
Each race is about four to six minutes long, and we aim to run six races per round.
Bayside Sailboard Club hosts combined fin/foil racing as seen in the PWA World Tour.
By popular vote at the AGM, fins and foils now race together.
There are two fleets to suit everyone’s skill level.
- Open: Two laps (figure-eight course)
- Freeride/rookie: One lap (loop course with one gybe)
- WingFoils to start with the freeride/rookie fleet
The race committee will explain the course, timings, start sequence, etc, at the safety briefing at the start of each round.
What equipment do I need?
Requirements to Race:
- 50N PFD
- Approved Helmet
Other Info!
You do not need high-end racing equipment to race.
To maximise your on-water racing time and your enjoyment, we recommend some basic guidelines:
- A race, freerace or freeride board that will get you planing in a minimum of 15 knots
- Sails that you can hang on to from 15 – 30 knots +. (NOTE: Cambered race sails are not essential. No cam or freeride sails work great!)
- A mast base with the tendon in good physical condition to avoid unwanted breakages
- Carry spares in mast bases, harness lines, footstraps and fins to make sure you never miss a race
For foil slalom, any foil setup will work fine to get into this new and exciting side of slalom racing.