How did I became a Windsurfer:

My dad introduced windsurfing to me at the age of 13, during our holidays in Langebaan on the West Coast of South Africa (now my home town). I became addicted! I’ve been a sports-fanatic from a very young age and windsurfing became my ultimate thrill! I’m privileged to live in one of the best windsurf spots in the world. After I completed my Food Science degree, I started my own wedding cake business that keeps me busy, when the wind isn’t blowing. I spend hours on the water daily racing, free riding or catching waves and love to push my limits in the strong stormy 40knt winds! I enjoy representing South Africa at international events and encouraging more women to be part of this amazing sport!

Results:

2011, 2012, 2013, 2014: 1st female windsurfer at Langebaan Downwind dash
First Female at the 2016 South African Cup week
IFCA African female Slalom champion 2017
Ist Female at the Mauritius Defi wind 2017
1st Female in the world to complete a 80 km windsurf race 2017

South African and African Speed Record Holder in Windsurfing on 500m with 38.96knots

Website:

https://www.facebook.com/karovantonderSA89/
https://www.instagram.com/karo.vantonder/

Favourite sails
Reflex 8 and Blade Pro ranges
Severne wave board 73L