http://www.wissa2012.com/
Monday, July 04, 2011
Wissa 2012 :: The Official Website
http://www.wissa2012.com/
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
WISSA 2012 :: the Place and the Time
According to Dan Hill of Action Sports Enterprises the place and time of WISSA 2012 are official:
St.Ignace, Michigan, February 20-26, 2012
The draft of the City Chamber of Commerce invitation is available here.
Dan Hill is the Chief Organizer of the event. He collects sponsorship proposals, suggestions and advise in regards to the event. We would be grateful if you help spread the word about WISSA 2012 World Championship and actively participate in preparation and races!
St.Ignace, Michigan, February 20-26, 2012
The draft of the City Chamber of Commerce invitation is available here.
Dan Hill is the Chief Organizer of the event. He collects sponsorship proposals, suggestions and advise in regards to the event. We would be grateful if you help spread the word about WISSA 2012 World Championship and actively participate in preparation and races!
Friday, March 25, 2011
Kite Skiing: 636 km in 24 Hours
Eduard from Omsk, Russia has done it:
I have no words to say. If you have - show me the proof like one above.
The previous record was 595 km in 24 hours.
Details will follow.
My respect is beyond the limits.
I have no words to say. If you have - show me the proof like one above.
The previous record was 595 km in 24 hours.
Details will follow.
My respect is beyond the limits.
Monday, March 21, 2011
2011 Photos by Tommi Sareskivi
Ystävällisin terveisin / with best regards,
Tommi Sareskivi
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Wednesday, March 16, 2011
XII Saint Petersburg Open
April 2..3, 2011, St.Petersburg, Russia
Race Notice
Organizer: Kiting Federation of St.Petersburg, Baltiets Yacht Club
Class: kite
Race Dates: April 2..3, 2011
Reserved dates: April 26..27, 2011
Race site: Baltiets Yacht Club, St.Petersburg, Petergofskoye shosse 75, k.2
Driving directions
View Baltiets Yacht Club in a larger map
Race Program: course race, minimum 3 races, maximum 8 races.
Qualifications:
Divisions:
Definition of Divisions: a kite belongs to division "8" or "10" if its span on the flat surface is less than 8m or 10m correspondently. Participant is considered in a division when in addition to qualifications as general, women or seniors is registered in division "8" or "10" and thus obliged to use kites in that division. A racer cannot change the division during races and has to obey the limitation until the end of the competitions.
Measuring:
Division registration is declarational. Participants are expected to follow Definitions of Divisions in bona fide. The actual measurement is to be done by participants before registration. Race Committee will perform measurements only by request in case of dispute and reasonable doubt. In that case the kite has to be provided for measuring.
Gliding equipment:
Race track: Trapeze, triangle, loop or their combination detailed in Race Instructions and laid out on the scheme.
Schedule:
Awards:
Three best racers are awarded in each qualification, division and gliding equipment if there is five or more competitors in the group. Otherwise racers are attributed to general qualification.
Registration:
Everyone who accepts this race notice can register in the race office:
Organizers reserve the right to extend registration time.
Anyone under 18 years old must bring a copy of this Race Notice with permission for participation signed by their parents/guardians.
Registration fee:
Registration fee is 500Rb is paid at the registration time and is not refundable.
Bib deposit is another 500Rb and is refundable when bib is returned.
Liability:
All participants must register and sign "Declaration of personal liability".
Everyone assumes full responsibility for participating in the competition.
By registering all participants take a voluntary obligation to obey this Notice of Race and Rules listed in it, respect decisions of organizers and judges.
Organizers do not assume neither collective nor personal liability for any material or moral damage of participants or third parties before, during or after the competition.
Every participant is expected to do best in providing safety to themselves and anyone around.
Every participant has to wear a helmet during the race.
Insurance:
Every participant has to have valid life and accident insurance for the period of races. The policy is not required for registration.
Race Instructions: will be provided to the racers before the competitions begin.
Rules:
The competitions are performed according to Race Instructions, Notice of Race and Rules of Russian Kiters Association 2004/06 in priority sequence as listed.
Changes in Rules:
Not applicable: Part 1, §4, definitions of "Finish", "Dangerous Zone".
Not applicable: Part 1, §20.1, §21.5, §25.2 and §25.4.
Not applicable: Part 2, §31.8.в, §31.8.г.1.
Changes to the Race Instructions may be applied during briefings before or between races. All participants will receive announcement of changes before the race start.
Penalties and Excuses:
According to Race Instructions a system of points penalties will be applied.
Points system:
Non-finishing (DNF) receives number of started the race +1
Non-starting (DNS) receives number of registered +2
Disqualified (DSQ) receives number of registered +3
Chief Judge of the competitions: Dmitriy Yarzhembovkiy
Race Area:
Ice of the Gulf of Finland, besides Baltiets Yacht Club
Official Information:
www.zmeeed.info - Kiting Federation of St.Petersburg
Dmitriy Yarzhembovkiy, zmeeed.org(a)mail.ru, +7 812 726-8843, +7 911 145-5621
Race Notice
Organizer: Kiting Federation of St.Petersburg, Baltiets Yacht Club
Class: kite
Race Dates: April 2..3, 2011
Reserved dates: April 26..27, 2011
Race site: Baltiets Yacht Club, St.Petersburg, Petergofskoye shosse 75, k.2
Driving directions
View Baltiets Yacht Club in a larger map
Race Program: course race, minimum 3 races, maximum 8 races.
Qualifications:
- General - all racers
SeriousSeniors - racers over 50 years old as of 2.04.2011- Women - female racers
- Juniors - racers under 18 years old as of 2.04.2011
Divisions:
- Open - all kites
- Class 8 - kites with 8m wingspan
- Class 10 - kites with 10m wingspan
Definition of Divisions: a kite belongs to division "8" or "10" if its span on the flat surface is less than 8m or 10m correspondently. Participant is considered in a division when in addition to qualifications as general, women or seniors is registered in division "8" or "10" and thus obliged to use kites in that division. A racer cannot change the division during races and has to obey the limitation until the end of the competitions.
Measuring:
Division registration is declarational. Participants are expected to follow Definitions of Divisions in bona fide. The actual measurement is to be done by participants before registration. Race Committee will perform measurements only by request in case of dispute and reasonable doubt. In that case the kite has to be provided for measuring.
Gliding equipment:
- Skis
- Snowboard
Race track: Trapeze, triangle, loop or their combination detailed in Race Instructions and laid out on the scheme.
Schedule:
| Sat. 2.04.2011 | 10:00 - 11:00 | Registration |
| Sat. 2.04.2011 | 11:00 | Briefing |
| Sat. 2.04.2011 | 12:00 - 16:00 | Course-race, 4 races |
| Sat. 2.04.2011 | 17:00 | End of races |
| Sun. 3.04.2011 | 10:00 - 11:00 | Registration |
| Sun. 3.04.2011 | 12:00 - 16:00 | Course-race, 4 races |
| Sun. 3.04.2011 | 17:00 | End of races |
| Sun. 3.04.2011 | 17:30 | Awards |
Awards:
Three best racers are awarded in each qualification, division and gliding equipment if there is five or more competitors in the group. Otherwise racers are attributed to general qualification.
Registration:
Everyone who accepts this race notice can register in the race office:
| 2.04.2011 | 10:00 - 11:00 |
| 3.04.2011 | 10:00 - 11:00 |
Anyone under 18 years old must bring a copy of this Race Notice with permission for participation signed by their parents/guardians.
Registration fee:
Registration fee is 500Rb is paid at the registration time and is not refundable.
Bib deposit is another 500Rb and is refundable when bib is returned.
Liability:
All participants must register and sign "Declaration of personal liability".
Everyone assumes full responsibility for participating in the competition.
By registering all participants take a voluntary obligation to obey this Notice of Race and Rules listed in it, respect decisions of organizers and judges.
Organizers do not assume neither collective nor personal liability for any material or moral damage of participants or third parties before, during or after the competition.
Every participant is expected to do best in providing safety to themselves and anyone around.
Every participant has to wear a helmet during the race.
Insurance:
Every participant has to have valid life and accident insurance for the period of races. The policy is not required for registration.
Race Instructions: will be provided to the racers before the competitions begin.
Rules:
The competitions are performed according to Race Instructions, Notice of Race and Rules of Russian Kiters Association 2004/06 in priority sequence as listed.
Changes in Rules:
Not applicable: Part 1, §4, definitions of "Finish", "Dangerous Zone".
Not applicable: Part 1, §20.1, §21.5, §25.2 and §25.4.
Not applicable: Part 2, §31.8.в, §31.8.г.1.
Changes to the Race Instructions may be applied during briefings before or between races. All participants will receive announcement of changes before the race start.
Penalties and Excuses:
According to Race Instructions a system of points penalties will be applied.
Points system:
| First place | 0 |
| Second | 1.6 |
| Third | 2.9 |
| Fourth | 4 |
| Fifth | 5 |
| etc. |
Non-starting (DNS) receives number of registered +2
Disqualified (DSQ) receives number of registered +3
Chief Judge of the competitions: Dmitriy Yarzhembovkiy
Race Area:
Ice of the Gulf of Finland, besides Baltiets Yacht Club
Official Information:
www.zmeeed.info - Kiting Federation of St.Petersburg
Dmitriy Yarzhembovkiy, zmeeed.org(a)mail.ru, +7 812 726-8843, +7 911 145-5621
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Swedish Team at WISSA 2011
Sweden sent a team of wonderful sportsmen and women. Not only were they expert sailors, they were friendly and open to all of the other competitors. It was a joy to share the racecourse with these fine folks.
p.s. notice the bread slicers high skates
William Tuthill
William Tuthill
WISSA 2011
The winds of change and new energy blew across the WISSA 2011 race courses in Oravi, Finland last week. The 31st annual WISSA Ice and Snow Sailing World Championships was blessed in many ways. Good winds, great people, an excellent organizing team, and a wonderful venue all came together at Oravi in the beautiful Saimaa region of southeastern Finland.
The owners of the holiday resort that served as headquarters run a first class operation. They maintain over 50 km of groomed ice skating trails all winter long. They opened up their facility to racers and families from 15 countries who were there to compete in three classes:
This is just an initial report. There is breaking news coming, but details need to be finalized before the final release. For now, results can be found at wissa2011.org
Stay tuned. There is a LOT more coming.
William Tuthill/WISSA
The owners of the holiday resort that served as headquarters run a first class operation. They maintain over 50 km of groomed ice skating trails all winter long. They opened up their facility to racers and families from 15 countries who were there to compete in three classes:
- Open Class - All ice and snow sailing sleds powered by windsurfing rigs
- Hand Held Class - all sails held by hand
- Kite Class - all sails tethered by lines and flying overhead
- Course Racing: held on the open lake [snow covered] with an upwind downwind format
- Kite Cross: a close course for kites, racing on snow
- Short Track Slalom [STS] Close quartered racing on plowed ice for windsurfing rigs and wings
This is just an initial report. There is breaking news coming, but details need to be finalized before the final release. For now, results can be found at wissa2011.org
Stay tuned. There is a LOT more coming.
William Tuthill/WISSA
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