2020 VISION

We asked leading figures in the windsurf industry to give their thoughts on the next decade, covering everything from cost, competition, accessibility and most importantly, their vision for the next 10 years. Candid, controversial and unplugged – here are their informed opinions about our sport’s future!

- Robby Naish, Roberto Ricci, Craig Gertenbach, Werner Gnigler, David Ezzy, Monty Spindler

Robby Naish in his office! PHOTO Aerial Video Maui.

Robby ripping at Ho’okipa. PHOTO Fish Bowl Diaries.

ROBBY NAISH – NAISH WINDSURFING FOUNDER

I can honestly say that I have never really had a “vision” for the company beyond a couple of years…. about the time that we tie things up commercially with a product line. We are an organic machine that moves and adapts with the wind and tides and trends. I certainly hope to be around in ten years continuing to develop great product for the sports that we love. I am optimistic about windsurfing over the next decade. For Naish there is a lot of room for growth on the windsurfing side of things. I love the sport, and hope to stay active both on the water myself and through the Naish brand. At the moment we are investing in windsurfing and will see where that takes us.

Windsurfing is what it is. I think we’re there with the equipment. It is as accessible as ever, and as high performance as ever on the opposite side of the spectrum. We have great light wind gear now, especially with foiling added to the mix. It is always going to be pretty exclusive due to the costs and time needed to really get “good’…. but that’s ok. It does not have to be for everyone.