Sun Wind - Events in Paros

Odysseus Crossing Windsurfing Marathon
Island Hopping Windsurfing Adventure 2007

• What: Island Hopping Windsurfing Adventure (Odysseus Crossing Marathon)
• Date: September 2007 (the excact days will be available soon)
• Entry Fee:
• Entry Deadline:
• Class: RS:X
• Categories: Men Open, Women Open, National Teams (pairs)
• Distance: 170 – 230 Nautical Miles
• Conditions: Prevalent North Wind can be low or blowing up to 25 knots. Sailing upwind and downwind 70 percent of the race. 30 percent speed crossing.
• Scoring: 14 Races, Top 12 Scores remain
• Accommodation: Free for riders. Two camping days.
• Prizes: Top ten share prize money minimum 5.000 euro maximum 30.000
• Information: Theo Fisilanis, telephone: +30 22840 42900, +30 6932 73 73 76

Description: A fun, adventurous race. Visiting eight different Greek Islands we bring together top windsurfers to top destinations. Experiencing the local culture and fun side of the islands while racing hard. Additional activities and cultural events planned along the way.

Destinations: Beginning and ending on Paros, this race will visit eight unique Cycladic islands, the stops are:

Paros
Naxos
Donousa
Amorgos
Koufounisi
Skinousa
Ios
Iraklia
Paros

Highlights:
• Football: Three games including a game with the locals on the beach of Koufounissi, an island of a few hundred people.
• Local dancing for everybody with live music on Amorgos.
• Fun race between Koufounissi and Keros
• Beach Parties with campfire and our own music. Bring your instruments.

History: This race is reviving the original Odysseus Crossing, a race that was held in the Cyclades some years ago. Professionals, including Nikos Kaklamanakis the two time Olympic medalist. and amateurs alike took place and all had a wonderful experience.

Disclaimer: Rules and Schedule subject to change based on prevalent weather conditions, technicalities, and other extenuating circumstances.