Part 1 - Idiots Guide to... Slalom Racing

Here it is… Part 1 - The idiots Guide to Slalom Racing
Nearly 20 years since my last race and never on a slalom board!!! …it’s super fun and there's much to learn…
Martinhal, Sagres is an epic spot to race and the competition fierce but this is just the start… there's more coming soon!
Let us know what you want to see in the next episode, tech tip's with the pro's, taking it to the next level, higher wind, lighter wind . . . who knows watch this space...
You will be on the slalom racing journey with me… so any questions fire them over!
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[@WindsurfingNelson]

Most important message from this video: Very pleasant and friendly people enjoying a fair competition. That connects with me. Extremely well done, Ben. I would also say this is your best... yet! Haha!

[@sharewavestv]

Windsurfing Nelson 100% agree!

[@markoconnor680]

The action and descriptions of the same was delightful to watch and reminded me of similar Windsurfing actions which I've performed myself and discussed with other people who were also very keen on the sport too.

[@trimaranchuck]

Your BEST video yet. The fun you guys had was contagious. Wow, I wish I was there!!!

[@themiddleman9376]

Title: Idiots guide to slalom racing Expectation: Simple explanation for amateurs by some semi professional coach The video: Actual professionals in the national championship with a fabulous reporter and useful advice. Really exceeded my expectations! Well done and keep going!

[@WindsurfingTV]

Haha.. thanks 😁 Yeah the idiots guide series has kind of took a different turn 😁 It started off with the ‘idiots guide to speed sailing’ if you watch that you’ll understand 😁

[@adrianmcinnes7075]

Videos get better the more fun you have Ben, ur content so much better than the glossy PWA vids which have HD imagery and sound but just look like a board suppliers advertisement . Keep it up coz it’s the closet I’ll ever get to these events !

[@norbertwitte7084]

Thank you very much for your funny windsurf videos! Greetings from Germany!

[@themiddleman9376]

Ahahaha the shaving got me!!!!!

[@professionalfreerider9133]

This is real sport! Thanks for sharing

[@bob2787]

So enjoyed this video Ben. This is what will get more people wanting to try windsurfing and compete in the odd race. Your a good ambassador for our sport and I hope you keep up the videos and the PWA coverage. Also nice to see that slalom is still alive!!!! BTW we are all idiots in our own rights ....right? lol

[@martinbailly573]

Love it ! Mate you are flying and solid jibes inside the other sailors !!! You are the "General Sipes" of the windsurfing world !

[@alohaisland6397]

250 likes in less than 20 hours! Well deserved! Best vid so far!

[@nicke14]

Great to see you represent the Simmer Style! Would love to see tips on: - Sail tuning - Fin choice (size & material) - Jibing (difference to jibing waveboards, timing of sail flip)

[@sharewavestv]

Brilliant! Great fun to watch! Nice to see the friendship with the riders!

[@WindsurfingTV]

This is the WATCH i was using... i just ordered one!... :) amzn.to/2NT6wsL

[@antonioroccabianca777]

Now You are ready for Noumea 😊💪. Very fun and nice video as usual 👏👏👏

[@KISStraining]

That was freakin AWESOME!!!!! That razor was amazing also.....great advertising for sure....lol. Big Ben gotta love you man....you are the BEST! great job and killer racing on your Yellow Simmer Style.....LOVE THE OLD BRANDS! 🤙🤙🤙🤙💪

[@humanbot9515]

What a nice video! Great sportmanship and passion!

[@mintoxace5571]

I love slalom racing. It’s the best fun just racing your mates. By the way, that shaver is incredible. 😍

[@flemmingpahavet7297]

I got a nice laugh, when your shaver popped up 😊😊

[@timjanssen6042]

For part two i’d love to see how you let the board fly op the fin. Awesome video’s Benn!

[@jobhabraken445]

Have been following this channel for quite a while now, but Ben I have to say! This video was something else man! Amazing footage, nice interviews and most of all a lot of fun! edit: the music choices are awesome as well ;)

[@michaelmarzolf6539]

OMG 21:45...just about wet my pants laughing...absolute GOLD!!!

[@markocernic8659]

This one is really top top top !!!

[@lucaold549]

One of the best videos !!!!! Thanks so much Waiting for the next one ....

[@sid5556]

Thats "FUN"-board sailing par excellence👌🤙!!Thanks Ben👍

[@frankstrobel4350]

beautiful beach...

[@WindsurfingTV]

Yes.. i've actually just moved there! 😁

[@4dm1r47]

@@WindsurfingTV Ben, Brits in Algarve are +55 y/o and play golf.

[@WindsurfingTV]

4dm1r47 I won’t lie... I love a bit of Golf! 😁.

[@3dbuster]

So good!!! More!!!!

[@ruimauricio3925]

Great to see you guys sailing at Martinhal!

[@jonesthesteamed]

Bloody fantastic 👍

[@achimkleiner]

So nice!

[@mateobiecher4170]

Really nice videos where you are windsurfing like idiot's guide ! Want more !

[@coloradotv1045]

fantastic show!

[@Sharpiesailor31]

Great fun and footage and good job on the race course. I’ve already lost most of my hair so maybe wax the old noggin may help go faster...lol. Time to dust off my old AHD Diamond 67 slalom board and NP RX1 8.3m2 sail and get out there.

[@antonioroccabianca777]

Bravissimo 👏 👏👏👏. Nice video, nice tips, you put us inside the mood of a slalom race 😊

[@whynowind]

Fun. Loved it!

[@krma1970]

Great races man, you're doing really good!

[@hal7mar]

Such a nice content to watch!! Thnx!

[@martinjuhos7498]

Super! And great footage from lovely Sagres 👍

[@EverRider]

Excelent video. Loved it. We neef a part 2 ! Keep going you good ;)

[@grantlarkin571]

bloody brilliant!!!

[@correorodi]

I experienced increasing speed putting my forefinger from the boom hand towards the mast, even two fingers works fine

[@steffenernst3234]

What an amazing video!!! Can’t wait for more

[@xXDeathWaveXx1000]

fantastic video, your best work so far, keep it coming :D

[@davidsvedberg6376]

Great video and awesome sailing. You got very smooth gybes, thats your biggest strength. Looking forward to part 2. Tips from Pros would be great.

[@shaunwest3964]

Just keep doing this Mr P - superbly entertaining and informative too. I’m off to get a fast haircut!

[@gaetanheynderickx9887]

much fun to watch

[@vicentealvarez2965]

Nice one!!! Come do some wave sailing to Peru next time!!

[@Ryzkx]

really fun to watch mate! good filming and editing too

[@rafehsaleh]

Brilliant racing perspective

[@Beachbumextraordinaire]

Great video. And great soundtrack

[@sebastienhoel9173]

Thank you for your video, you're so funny !

[@adamfigiel3640]

Great footage - enjoyed viewing

[@mmilhazes]

Awesome Ben!! 💨💨🚀🚀💪💪

[@FrederikSchukken]

Mega funny. Keep it coming Ben

[@mathijsbro]

Great video, good storyline. Very entertaining to watch. I know the pros don't want to tell their secrets, so maybe upcoming riders and their experiences? What works, what doesn't, how to experiment, train etc. :-)

[@surfrider75]

Briljant, great vibe, please post next years competition is. Water looks great!

[@chrisisinthehouse1]

Dude you're good for the sport keep it up 💪

[@Gustavlundeberg]

Shave the eyebrows and you've definitely got that first place!

[@deroux]

Would love to know board design , fins, sails. performance differences between riders.

[@frankstrobel4350]

yeah....board/fin size...and actual wind speed

[@luno9191]

it's the best video I've ever seen

[@tomasguozden5060]

sos el más grande ben!!!

[@loskiff]

How much space do I need to leave on the boom? If the sail requires 221cm, how many cm do I need to consider to add on the boom? thank you!

[@andreavalenza1414]

Bellissimo

[@Gustavlundeberg]

Can you explain the PWA competition format? all these single and double eliminations are having me mega confused

[@sharewavestv]

Gustav Lundeberg single and double elimination is for wavesailing and freestyle. Slalom is just a heat with 8 racers and the fastest 4 will advance to the next round. Top 8 will race the final to determinate position 1 to 8 and the slowest 8 from 1/2 final will compete in losers final for position 16 to 9...

[@magouero]

16:20 "i might get a little bit hairy..." huh ?

[@deroux]

Ben you need to lube up to get faster! Put on some Bain de Soleil tanning oil!

[@bobvandeburgt]

Come to Tenerife this winter and include some pro’s

[@talentbefreiter7296]

they sail only giant Slalom, that´s not Ben´s business!

[@wilftaylor345]

I’m going for a beer...

[@maciejg.8653]

BEST VID THIS YEAR!!!

[@zandermcmullan8894]

YEESSS IVE WAITED SO LONG YEES BEN

[@superfive33]

Hey Ben, great video ! Can you share the brand and model of your watch ? I'm planning to buy one. Thanks. Keep on ! I love your work.

[@WindsurfingTV]

Maxime Freschard hi mate.. I’ve added a link to it above in the comments.

[@superfive33]

@@WindsurfingTV Woops, can't find it...

[@WindsurfingTV]

Maxime Freschard www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00CM84I9W/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1634&creative=6738&creativeASIN=B00CM84I9W&linkCode=as2&tag=benproffitt-21&linkId=43502333a7bf689a7dc98912dda2aa5a

[@superfive33]

@@WindsurfingTV thank you !

[@WindsurfingTV]

Maxime Freschard No worries. That watch is a must have for racing... game changer on the starts!

[@lachy_p5718]

How much does Ben weigh because I am using a 6.2 in up to 20kn

[@WindsurfingTV]

Lachy_P ...78kg maybe 80kg 😁

[@siddallj]

for part 2, Profit in a mohawk, slalom racing

[@FredrikGeers]

So what's the purpose of the watch?

[@jakubswat5091]

Do you remember how strong the wind was during the first day? (in knots)

[@WindsurfingTV]

I actually don't know.. 25knots maybe (felt bloody windy)

[@jakubswat5091]

@@WindsurfingTV Ok, thanks. BTW great video.

[@Guide504]

Top third of your foil wasn't powering on day 3

[@jelleotter]

I don't get it, does that mean I'm smarter than an idiot or am I worse?

[@WindsurfingTV]

Jelle Otter The official meaning of ‘an idiots guide’ is to explain a subject in an easy way that even an idiot can understand.