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Best time of year to visit – Ristna is at its best in autumn, when the low pressure systems start to reach the Baltic Sea. Most of the epic days happen between September to November.
Best wind and wave directions – The conditions get perfect with S-SSW, then it’s pure port tack, down the line action! Ristna is located on the end of a peninsula, so there is a spot for almost every wind direction (port tack and starboard tack).
What equipment to bring – Bring everything! During autumn you can score a glassy surf session on day one and be maxed out on a 3.7 the next day. Most good days are 3.7- 4.7 weather!
What wetsuits required – In September you can use a 3/2 or a 4/3 as the water is still quite warm (at least for Northerners!) From October a 5/3 or warmer is the wetsuit to go for!
Where to stay – There is quite a lot of places to stay at Ristna, but be sure to book it or at least, make sure they are open! The tourists are usually gone by autumn and some of the places close down early for the winter. If it’s sill warm when you come, then camping is also an option, you can sleep just metres from the sea.
For options, check out – www.hobekala.ee | www.dagen.ee | www.pihlatalu.ee
Useful information – Ristna is located on an island so you need to use the ferry to get there! The locals are really friendly and it would be wise to contact them before you go and check out their websites below.
www.hiiusurf.eu | www.surfikool.ee | www.teamvosa.ee
Answered by Kristjan Kiisk from www.surfikool.ee
“ I feel windsurfing will remain immortal as long as there is men and women with access to water. ”