The Laguna Madre bay separates South Padre Island from the Texas mainland and is recognized as one of the world's top windsurfing destinations. The sailing season off South Padre runs from September through May. Water depth varies from three to five feet, daytime winds average 18 mph, and the average yearly temperature is in the 70s. Novices and pros come to sail the bay, the Jetties, Boca Chica, and the Ditch, site of some of the fastest windsurfing speeds in North America. For complete information on conditions, accommodations, equipment, and rentals, contact Windsurf Inc. on the Bay (956/761-1434 or 800-880-5423) or Windsurf the Boatyard (956/761-5061).

And mark your calendars for the SPI Windsurf Blowout, always the first weekend in May! Blowout participants compete in course slalom and long distance races. For more information on Blowout go to www.spiwindsurfing.com or call 1-800-657-2373.

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