Backwind Jibe

Switch stance jibe with the wing to windward

In the slow-motion segment of this video, you can see how, while riding in switch stance, the wing is lifted and brought into the “backwinded” position.

To do this, move your rear hand forward along the boom, lift the wing to windward, and pull it straight down there, while your other hand grips the rear of the boom. This is done on a downwind reach, since the actual wind is weaker on the wing in this position.

The wing is rotated slightly and held behind the body to navigate the turn. About halfway through the jibe, the wing is rotated back to its normal riding position so that the wind can flow over it normally again (rotate the lower wing tip forward and push the trailing edge through the wind).

November 9, 2026 © WING DAILY  |  text: Jürgen Schall  |  photos/graphics: Jürgen Schall  |  translation: DE