PREPARE.
TRAIN.
RIDE THE DÉFI.
A complete preparation programme for the Défi Wind 2027. Physical preparation, equipment setup, two days on the water in Gruissan and full Point-7 support throughout the event.
May 2027
May 2027
2027
Per rider
STARTS
BEFORE MAY.
The Défi Wind is not a normal windsurfing event. Long distance, strong wind, a huge fleet and conditions that reward preparation.
The Point-7 Défi Wind Black Clinic 027 is designed to help riders arrive in Gruissan better prepared physically, technically and mentally.
The programme starts in February, continues with two dedicated clinic days on 1–2 May and stays with you during the Défi Wind itself from 6–9 May.
Prepare.
Start from February with physical preparation, gear checks and practical advice through the dedicated WhatsApp channel.
Train.
Two dedicated days in Gruissan to work on starts, long-distance strategy, tuning and strong-wind preparation.
Race.
Arrive at the Défi with a clearer plan, better setup and direct experience from the Point-7 team.
Support.
Technical help, spare parts, setup advice and Point-7 team support throughout the event.
ARRIVE READY.
LONG DISTANCE.
FULL COMMITMENT.
PREPARATION
STARTS EARLY.
Build endurance.
Guidance on how to start preparing your body for long-distance windsurfing and repeated high-load sessions.
Prepare the gear.
Checks, spares, sail range, mast and boom setup, rigging details and what to bring to Gruissan.
Understand the Défi.
Starting procedure, pacing, positioning, jibing, energy management and long-distance decision making.
Stay connected.
The dedicated private group becomes the preparation channel from February until the end of the event.
EXPERIENCE
FROM INSIDE.
Andrea Cucchi has won the Défi Wind, finished second and has repeatedly been among the top riders at the event.
Together with the Point-7 Black Team, he will work directly with participants on preparation, equipment, race approach and on-water decisions.
This is not theory from outside the event. It is direct experience from years of racing in Gruissan.
TWO DAYS.
CONDITIONS FIRST.
The clinic schedule will remain flexible according to wind and weather conditions. The objective is to use the best possible windows for useful training on the water.
The final plan, meeting points and schedule will be communicated on 25 April 2027 through the dedicated WhatsApp group.
WHAT WE
WORK ON.
Position better.
How to approach the start, protect space and manage the first minutes of a huge-fleet long-distance race.
Rig for the distance.
Setup choices that balance speed, control and endurance instead of chasing peak speed only.
Use your energy.
How to manage effort, avoid early mistakes and keep performance through the full distance.
Keep momentum.
Approach, positioning and decision making around crowded long-distance marks and transitions.
THE SUPPORT
CONTINUES.
Setup support.
Rigging, tuning, equipment checks and direct technical advice before and after racing.
Spare parts.
Point-7 support at the event with selected spare parts and help solving equipment issues.
Black Team access.
Direct feedback and race-day advice from the Point-7 team throughout the event.
One more thing.
A special Point-7 plan during the event. We are keeping this one secret for now.
THE BLACK
CLINIC PACKAGE.
Every participant receives a Point-7 goodie bag and access to the full preparation journey from February through the end of the Défi.
The idea is simple: one group, one preparation channel, two days together before the event and a team around you when the Défi begins.
FEBRUARY
TO THE FINISH.
Included in the Black Clinic
- Preparation programme from February
- Dedicated private WhatsApp group
- 1–2 May on-water clinic
- Andrea Cucchi + Black Team coaching
- Equipment and tuning support
- Support during the Défi Wind
- Spare parts assistance
- Point-7 goodie bag
- Special event surprise
Défi Wind race registration is not included.
THE PLACE.
THE PEOPLE.
JOIN
THE BLACK CLINIC.
Preparation starts in February. On-water clinic 1–2 May in Gruissan. Full Point-7 support during the Défi Wind 6–9 May. Registration closes 31 March 2027.
