The Defi-Wind has over the last 10 years established itself as the number 1 pro-am event in the world. With over 1000 entrants, ranging from intermediate freerider through to World Champion Albeau, there is something for everyone. Check out the www.defiwind.com and get your entry in early as   there are limit entrties and the go quick! Dates this year are from the 13-16 of May.

With the weathermen forecast another very cold spell, we thought we would bring you some off the water video action courtesy of Turfdog.Mike Archer and Adam Simms rip it up on the beach.

Over in Cape Town, Skyeboy has been getting some decent looking sailing in. By all accounts its a mixed season, but so far all the images we have seen have looked pretty good to us!

C7 has a great interview with Witchcraft shaper Bouke Becker. Check out his unique look on the world of windsurfing.

The Formula Experience Class is pushing hard to get an even bigger fleet this year, so if you fancy getting involved and enjoying some competitive challenges, check out www.formula-experience.org.

Fancy a trip of a lifetime? Well why not join Colin Whippy Dixon on a 70ft Catamaran and cruise the Cape Verde islands? More info at www.colin-k99.com

Laslty check out Alistair115.com and check the new T-shirt range if you want to get away from the norm.