Goya Windsurf Board Volar (2023) is an accessible freerider that makes boarding easy, cruises steady in gusty winds and helps you roll through the jibe with confidence. The shape combines a stable stance with relatively thin rails at the tail, making steering feel light and predictable while experiencing plenty of mid-deck calm. The bottom works away turmoil in chop and allows the board to release smoothly without bucking; this allows you to get going with less pumping and hold pace longer. The deck offers ample grip and clear reference underfoot, with footstrap positions that are both centrally forgiving and outboard sportier. The fin is tuned for early elevator and controlled acceleration, so altitude running takes less energy and the board holds its line tightly when the wind picks up. All this makes the Volar ideal for wide use on Dutch lakes, ponds and along the coast.
In practice, you especially notice how few corrections this board requires. Waterstarting and tacking feel stable, the first planing meters come faster and in the jibe the pressure remains calm while the rail picks up predictably. The stance is natural and supports an active but relaxed posture, allowing you to sail longer without tired legs. The construction is light and durable, with sturdy inserts and a robust deck that can withstand many sessions and beach starts; after sailing, you'll rinse off salt and sand in no time and the stiffness will remain level. Combine the Volar with an all-around freeride sail for most days or just a no-cam freerace for extra top speed-the board's trim tolerance makes switching easy. For those looking for one board that speeds up the learning curve and then grows with you for a long time to come, the Volar (2023) offers exactly the mix of stability, speed and ease of use you need most on changeable Dutch waters.
