From the 6th to the 11th of September, the long-running The Association of Wind + Watersports Industries (AWSI) industry expo took place in the notoriously windy Hood River, Oregon, USA. This industry event invited water sports brands to showcase their new products and future developments, providing the water sports community with an opportunity to get to know these brands, try out their gear, and celebrate with fellow wind and water sports enthusiasts. ENSIS made the journey from Europe to participate in the expo, to showcase their new toys and future developments.

Team ENSIS at the AWSI

The ENSIS TEAM travelled all the way from Switzerland to attend the event and showcase their latest boards, the ROCK'N'ROLL PRO and HIP HOP PRO, along with their wings, ENSIS SCORE and TOP SPIN. They also brought along some unreleased wings, but unfortunately, we can't spill any details about those just yet. During the week, attendees had the chance to test out the new PRO boards, and the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. The general consensus is that these boards are not only lightweight but also highly responsive.

About the AWSI

So, what exactly is the AWSI? The Association of Wind + Watersports Industries (AWSI) is a non-profit trade association dedicated to representing companies in the outdoor sports world, specifically in Windsurfing, Kiteboarding, Wing, Foil, and Stand Up Paddle Board industries. Their main objective is to facilitate the collaboration between retailers and manufacturers in the most efficient and cost-effective manner possible.

This allows for the growth and development of these industries, ensuring that both retailers and manufacturers can thrive. The AWSI industry expo serves as a platform for brands to connect with their target audience, allowing enthusiasts to experience the latest advancements in water sports gear firsthand. It is a gathering of like-minded individuals who share a passion for wind and water sports.

Conclusion

The AWSI industry expo proved to be a great success for both the industry and enthusiasts alike. ENSIS showcasing their latest products and future developments, attendees had the opportunity to experience firsthand the advancements in water sports gear. The positive feedback received for ENSIS' new boards and wings only further highlights the excitement and anticipation surrounding these innovative products.

The AWSI expo serves as a valuable platform for brands to connect with their target audience and for enthusiasts to celebrate their shared passion for wind and water sports. We look forward to next year's event. We can only imagine the continued growth and development of the industry and the exciting new products that will be showcased.

Interested in wingfoiling?

Interested in events ENSIS are hosting or attending or want to try out the gear? Be sure to follow our social media for future announcements, or check out the DEMO DAY page, for future events.

The ENSIS team is highly skilled in wing foiling and is eager to assist you in starting your wing foiling journey. Our worldwide retailers offer a variety of ENSIS products. Contact us now to learn more about our products or locate an ENSIS retailer nearby.

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