Nico Prien’s challenge
HOW I WON THE BIGGEST WINDSURF RACE IN THE WORLD! The Defi Wind 2026 once again put on an exceptional show on the Gruissan waterfront. In tough conditions, with a steady Tramontane and hundreds of riders racing at full speed on the famous long distances, it was Nico Prien who came out on top, winning […]
Vachon x Defi Wind 2026
Vachon x Defi Wind An original collaboration: the rider’s notebook Beyond the competition, the Defi Wind is above all a human adventure, made up of encounters, sharing and passion. A beautiful complicity was born between the Défi Wind, Vachon Editionsand Média Graphic, two Breton companies that cultivate a taste for beautiful objects.From this encounter was […]
Exhibitors’ Village 2026
THE VILLAGE An open-air trade show / test center The Defi Wind 2026 relies on a solid ecosystem of committed partnerswho are helping to make the event an international benchmark.Institutions, iconic boardsports brands, local players and innovative companies are joining forcesto support the event and enrich the overall experience. At the heart of the event, […]
2026 Challenges Program
PROGRAM 2026 Concerts / Entertainment / Races / Highlights … From the very first hours, the village comes alive with the rhythm of the wind, reunions and briefings that raise the tension. On the water, starts follow one another all day long, between pure adrenaline and long glides under the sun. Each discipline finds its […]
WATERSPEED CHALLENGES 2026
CHOOSE YOUR CHALLENGE Fastest 20 km The biggest windsurfing gathering in the world. Register your sessions, reach 20 knots and secure your place in the rankings before the fleet arrives in Gruissan. JOIN THE CHALLENGE Fastest 20 km Soar over the water and push the limits of your wingfoil speed. Compete against the best in […]
Defi Wind named “Event of the Year” at the Foiling Awards 2026
foiling awards 2026 Defi Wind named “Event of the Year” at the Foiling Awards 2026 Two days after the Foiling Awards ceremony in Genova (Italy), the Défi Wind was awarded the prize for “Event of the Year”. This major international distinction recognizes its role in the development of watersports and foiling on a global scale. […]
Vancances André Trigano x Defi Wind
DW Watersports camps Le Défi Wind has strengthened its partnership with Vacances André Trigano by creating a label dedicated to enthusiasts: DW WaterSports Camp. We’ve selected 8 campsites in France, located as close as possible to the water, close to well-known spots. Camps designed as real back-up bases for riders, whether you’re training or just […]
Sorobon x Defi Wind: From Gruissan to Bonaire
Sorobon X defi wind DEFI WIND IS COMING BACK TO BONAIRE! As the main partner of Defi Wind 2025, we are excited to announce that Defi Wind will return to the Caribbean in June 2026! As the home of one of the world’s most pristine windsurfing lagoons, Sorobon is thrilled to host and support this […]
Re-Uz: A strong commitment to zero waste
Re-Uz: reusable cups A commitment to eco-responsibility The collaboration with Re-uz ® makes perfect sense. Driven by shared values of attachment to nature and sustainability, reuse is at the heart of the organization. Thanks to the reusable, unbreakable cups supplied by Re-uz ®, Défi Wind enables its participants and spectators to enjoy the moment while […]
WIP celebrates its 10th anniversary
Forward WIP x Defi Wind WIP celebrates its 10th anniversary A decade of innovation and passion made possible by the Riders. A player in safety and innovation, Forward WIP is present in two capacities: technical exhibitor and official partner. The Challenge enables us to raise awareness, test and promote safer riding. Le Défi Wind provides […]