70 INTERVIEWANGUS MCINTYRE
Any final thoughts on windfoiling or
windsurfing in general?
I mentioned my fear of not getting anything done if I was
sailing in calm winds. As it turns out, my body gives up far
before that is a problem. Windfoiling is an incredible
experience but it’s not effortless gliding by any stretch.
Something they don’t tell you is that foiling is physically
demanding. If you are powered up enough to foil without
pumping then you are overpowered and will earn some
bruises, so prepare to get physical. If you really want to sail in
light winds, cardio is now more important than ever. On the
plus side, once you are reasonably confident it is actually quite
a low impact sport! Your knees will love you in the long run.
Thanks and praise?
I honestly can’t say I’d have taken the plunge without the
positive steer I received from the guys down at 4Boards. They
sourced my foil board for me and relayed manufacturer design
goals that we never usually get to hear. Another big shout out
goes to my buddy Josh over at Kraken Whites board repairs.
Whenever I’ve smashed up my boards, he has worked magic
to get me back in the ocean ASAP. What a legend!
Finally, a massive thanks to my parents, who taught me to
sail and bought me my first windsurfing kit. I wouldn't be able
to do any of this without them.
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