The Professional Windsurfing Association freestyle tour kicks off its season at a brand new exciting location at Bol, on the Island Brac in Croatia. The ?20,000 freestyle qualifier runs from 1-5 June.

Wind speeds of between 15 and 20 knots, that generally pick up in the afternoon through to the early evening, make the Island of Brac the perfect place to start the season.  The wind, usually a side shore breeze from the right, should provide excellent bump and jump conditions in waves up to 1m.

The event started in 1999 as a small local competition, but was soon picked up by the international fleet in 2001. British riders competing are Ben Proffitt, Phil Horrocks and Steven Thorp; there is also a large South American contingent as is usual in a freestyle competition. Europe is also well represented.

Stay tuned to sailpower.com for the results as they happen.