iQFOiL starts big in Switzerland
If you are into foiling, then you’ll be interested in visiting this year’s Engadinwind event in the Swiss Alps.
As one of the first events back on the calendar after the widespread coronavirus lockdown measures, the 2020 Engadinwind is packed with events you won’t want to miss out on.
iQFOiL inaugural invitational regatta (15-16 August) in St. Moritz
Stars from across the world will battle it out at this invitational event as an inaugural presentation event for the iQFOiL class.
Formula Foil World Championships (18-21 August) in Silvaplana
Another exciting world championships race where boards up to 1-meter width and sails up to 10,0m2 can be used. For more information visit http://www.internationalwindsurfing.com/userfiles/documents/FORMULA_FOIL_WORLDS_2020_NoR.pdf
Freestyle Foil world championship
While not being an iQFOiL or racing event, this will be one of the contests to look out for during the 2020 Engadinwind event. We can expect to see some crazy action and high flying moves from the likes of Balz Müller.
iQFOiL European championships (21-26 August) in Silvaplana
The first-ever official iQFOiL European championships (27-30 August). You can find more information and register by visiting https://europeans2020.iqfoil.org/
Junior/youth/coaches clinic event (27-30 August) in Silvaplana
For aspiring foil racers and their coaches. Get an up and close experience with the iQFOiL Junior and Youth gear. For more information visit https://iqfoil.star-board.com/events/
You can always stay up to date with the latest from the iQFOiL by visiting https://iqfoil.star-board.com/ or https://iqfoilclass.org/
For all of the latest information on this years 2020 Engadinwind event in Switzerland visit https://www.facebook.com/Engadinwind2020
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