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Wind tips, science, and stories.

Sport-specific guides, wind data deep dives, and the occasional behind-the-scenes from the WindUp team. New posts coming soon.

A breezy ocean kite beach with several kitesurfers out on the water

The Best Wind App for Kitesurfing in 2026 (Honest Comparison)

We tested the top wind apps for kitesurfing — Windy, Windfinder, iKitesurf, PredictWind and WindUp. Which forecasts best, which alerts you, and which to actually use.

A paraglider pilot launching from a green hillside under a clear sky

What Wind Speed Is Safe for Paragliding? A Pilot's Guide

Paragliding wind speed limits explained — the safe range for launching, why gusts matter more than averages, and how to know when your site is actually flyable.

A windsurfer planing across choppy blue water with a fully powered sail

What Wind Speed Do You Need for Windsurfing? By Skill & Kit

Windsurfing wind speed guide — the knots you want for planing, by skill level and sail size. When it's too light, when it's too much, and how to catch the window.

A lone figure on the beach at sunrise, before the wind fills in

Never Miss the Wind, Even When Your Phone Is on Silent

Why most wind apps fail to wake you up — and how WindUp's alarm gets through Do Not Disturb so you never miss your session again.

Storm waves breaking over a sea wall in a strong onshore wind

Beaufort Scale in Knots: 2026 Guide for Outdoor Athletes

Complete Beaufort scale guide with knots, mph, m/s and km/h conversions. What each force feels like, what you can do at it, and when to stay home.

Dahab's Masbat Bay at dusk on the Gulf of Aqaba, Sinai mountains behind

Kitesurfing in Dahab: Blue Lagoon, Assala & Baby Bay

Dahab kitesurfing guide — the heaven of Blue Lagoon, the flat water of Assala, the gusty fun of Baby Bay. Wind by month, what to ride, and how to time the boat.

Kitesurfers and kites on the beach at El Gouna on the Red Sea

Kitesurfing in Hurghada: 6 Best Spots & 2026 Wind Guide

Where to kitesurf in Hurghada — El Gouna, Soma Bay, Mangrove, Safaga and more. Wind by month, kite size, and how to never miss a session.

A Laser dinghy sailor planing across blue water in a fresh breeze

What Wind Speed Do You Need for Sailing? By Boat Type

Sailing wind speed guide by boat type — dinghies, keelboats, catamarans. The wind range you actually want, when to reef, and when to stay home.

Sailing dinghies on the water under a dramatic, stormy sky

PredictWind vs Windy: 2026 Side-by-Side

PredictWind vs Windy.com — which wind app is right for you in 2026? We break down forecast accuracy, features, pricing, and who should use each one.