WindsurfingUK issue 5 October 2017 | Page 17

Oh yeah, I can't forget to mention the Pozo rocks, those mini boulders covered in slippery algae. They are pure carnage! 15 Photo: John Carter Photo: Tim Smith the UK. I have been travelling to Tenerife by myself since I was 14 years old. I plan to return for many years to come as I’ll be chasing my dream and moving on into the main event. So I will hopefully be in Pozo next June competing in the men’s comp. As a pro what systems do you need in place to make things happen? For instance how do sponsors contribute (if at all) and who foots the bill for events and travel? Money is the main thing needed to make this all happen. For me the aim is to find an outside industry sponsor that would be willing to help pay my travel expenses. At the moment I usually cover my costs with my own money and help from my main sponsor: mom and dad! uk WIND SURFING