Often a windsurfer will attack a wave head on depending on conditions and propel themselves 15 feet or more straight in air. If you enjoy thrill of hang-time and flight this sport is for you! Windsurfing ranks high in world of extreme sports because of its high flying action.

There are professional competitions that rank windsurfer by style and being able to handle monster waves with ease and grace. These competitions take surfers around world to tame toughest waters with only a board and sail to display their style.

A windsurfing setup can cost from $ 500 - $ 2000 depending on what you are looking to purchase. The quality of sail as well as fabric used to create it will definitely change price quickly.

There are times when a surfer can get closer to another surfer and collide. Try to remain as far away from swimmers as possible and keep a clear 180-degree view as much as possible to avoid dangerous situations. Know exactly how far you are from beach at all times. There are times when surfing is at its premium right before a storm or when currents are at their strongest. During this peak time, it is good to exercise caution for your own personal safety. Depending on how warm water may be you may have to be concerned with sharks. Although a shark attack is considered rare, there is always a possibility in some regions.

Surfing has become so popular that there are various spin-offs of this sport including windsurfing and kitesurfing, which allows user to reach heights of 20’ above ocean. Depending on location wave swells can grow upwards of 15-20’ high; so more experience you amass more challenges you will seek. All beginning surfers should take at least one or two lessons to get basics down. In no time at all you will be hunting monster waves and hanging ten with best of them.

Surfs up!