Offshore Downwind

Offshore Downwind 2026

On a selected wind day in September 2026, 200 kitesurfers will attempt something unique: kitesurfing the entire Belgian coastline from De Panne to Zeebrugge in one big downwinder.

Over a distance of approximately 65 kilometers, riders will connect the Belgian coast through a shared challenge while raising funds for mental health in partnership with Te Gek!.

This is not a race. It is a community-driven adventure that combines endurance, safety, fundraising, and the unique experience of sharing the North Sea with 200 fellow riders.

Event Details

• Route: De Panne →  Zeebrugge
• Distance: ±65 km
• Participants: Maximum 200 riders
• Date: September 2026 (weather-dependent wind window)
• Cause: Supporting mental health through Te Gek!
• Fundraising: Minimum €150 per participant before 1 September (Top fundraisers win a prize)
• Be at least 16 years old
• Have a minimum of 3 years of active kitesurfing experience
• Be capable of kiting for 2+ hours continuously
• Be a member of a WWSV-affiliated kite club
• Use equipment that is less than 5 years old
• Participate with a designated buddy
• Carry a waterproof phone during the event
• Be capable of performing a self-rescue and returning to shore independently if required

Sponsors: MINI, KNOPPERS, NAISH, PROLIMIT, KITEMANA