Downwind 360

360 to Lee

A fully foiled circle into leeward direction with the wing held back — that's the downwind 360. Here it is in slow motion and mirrored to show both directions of travel.

July 17, 2026 © WING DAILY | text: Jürgen Schall | photos/graphics: Jürgen Schall | translation: DE

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