Wind: How wind influences KiteSurfing and Surfing

Who is You don't get sick of the sea!

Kitesurfing and surfing lovers can enjoy most of their time in the water and take this phrase to heart. proof, now The two sports are at sea but depend on different wind conditions to practice. In this post you will learn you will finally understand which one is Here's the difference between the two and how a natural phenomenon can completely change a surfer's plans.

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Winds: What they are, origin and types

Winds play a very important role, influencing the climate, relief and rain formation. In practice, winds are characterized by the displacement of air and the variation in atmospheric pressure over time.

"Winds arise from variations in atmospheric pressure, in areas of high pressure and low pressure. They blow, in general, from the highest areas to the lowest, in a kind of balance.” Excerpt from the post Brasil Escola

They are in constant movement and are known to exist different types of wind, for example, breezes, cyclones, tornadoes, among others. Furthermore, they have different characteristics and can be dry, hot, moist or cold.

But now, let's talk about what we enjoy: when can these winds be good for us to go to the water?

In surfing, in general, the waves are more aligned and in better conditions when it is surfing. without wind or with onshore wind (when the wind comes from the land towards the sea). In these two situations, the sea becomes smoother and calmer, favorable for the formation of waves. The onshore wind, in turn, facilitates the formation of tubes. that the lip of the wave takes a little longer to fall, forming the famous “veil”.

Luiza Coutinho by Ramon Lourenço

Who is it for? If you're a more advanced surfer who enjoys aerials, you won't mind an east or west wind, depending on the peak. They help with the flight and landing.

Now in kitesurfing the wind is strong. essential, no wind is necessary. It is impossible to raise the kite and sail. É a sport that sliding under water while being pulled by the kite is a sport. the base and for this you need a certain wind. The best wind for kitesurfing beginners is the wind. what blows parallel to the beach because if there is any problem the sailor will be close to the shore and can leave with more peace of mind.

Now, just imagine; sail with the onshore wind? In addition to the wind becoming gusty, making landing and takeoff difficult, the sailor can be directed towards the high seas.

And you, are you? from the kitesurfing or surfing team? Or do you keep both? In Rio de Janeiro, for example, it is It is possible to surf in the morning; very early in the morning with no wind or onshore wind, and take advantage of the east wind to sail to the sea. afternoon. Not bad!.