Riding the Winds of Progress: Get to Know Nadja

Though initially hesitant to try backflips, Nadja's determination saw her practicing on trampolines to overcome mental blocks. On the water, she focused on control before rotation, gradually increasing commitment. Now she's one of few women regularly throwing tricks like backside three variations.

When she's not pushing her own limits, Nadja shares her love of windsports through women's clinics. Having found kiting empowering herself, she aims to build confidence in others. Her students appreciate learning techniques tailored to the female form from such a relatable role model. 

This summer will see Nadja spreading her influence across continents, leading camps in both the US and Brazil. It's experiences like this that keep drawing Nadja back to the water year after year.

At 34, Nadja proves age is no barrier - it's dedication and community that sustain progress. Through her accomplishments and passion for teaching, she's helping pave the way for more women and girls to discover their potential in windsports. With talent and drive like Nadja’s, the future looks bright for an ever more inclusive industry.

Here are expanded explanations of Nadja’s top 5 favorite things that Naish gear does for her water performance:

1. Provides great control

The stiff yet flexible construction of Naish wing boards allow Nadja to feel exactly where the board is positioned under her feet at all times. Additionally, the direct steering response of the ADX gives her precise control over edge engagement and moment of pop. This level of control and feedback is crucial for maintaining stability while pushing her limits with tricks.

2. Allows quick sheet-and-go movements  

With its lightweight yet durable design, Naish ADX engages the power efficiently to plane the board and foil. Once riding, the responsive handling allows Nadja to immediately direct the wing where she wants it with minimal delay. This quick reaction time is important for making split-second corrections or setting up dynamic maneuvers.

3. Gives stability at speed

Boards like Nadia's Hover Carbon Ultra are volume-rich with a stable footprint, allowing her to maintain control even at higher speeds during rotations for tricks. The stability gives her confidence to commit fully. Its planing ability also lets her generate and maintain speed for critical tricks requiring momentum.

4. Absorbs impact smoothly

Nadja trusts her Naish Carbon HM mast to hold up to crashes without compromising its structure. Its robust scarf joint and durable materials feel resilient and inspire confidence to keep pushing limits. Knowing the gear can withstand impacts lets her focus fully on her riding.

5. Opens new areas for riding

With gear designed for versatility across locations, Nadja can access a variety of spots. Wings and boards like the ADX perform well in varied conditions from lakes to oceans. Their portability also lets her easily transport gear to diverse and scenic launch sites.