WinWind
Chapter 8 · Jibing
How to Jibe (Gybe) a Windsurfer: Beginner Step-by-Step
Turn the tail through the wind
Jibing — step by step
What is a jibe?
Jibing: turn the nose away from the wind until the tail passes through it and the sail flips over.
Beginners again step around the front of the mast.
Bear away first
Rake forward and sheet out until you are nearly running (over 150°).
Bend your knees and stay balanced.
Jibe!
When running and the Jibe button lights up, press it (or J).
After the sail flips, rake back to head up to a beam reach, then sheet in.
Quick quiz
Tack or jibe: in which does the tail pass through the wind?
Quick quiz
- Tack
- Jibe ✓ Answer