The Real Trip - Feel The Freedom

25/09/2026

A week after RealTrip… and we’re still buzzing!
What a race. What an energy. What an atmosphere! The battles on the water, the fun on shore, and all the people who make RealTrip what it is. That’s what it’s all about!
Today, more than 200 new photos have been added to the website. And trust us: looking through them makes you want to do it all again. One more start. One more leg. One more chance to give it everything, then relive it all with a massive grin.
Here’s a first selection of shots that capture that RealTrip feeling perfectly. Full of action, full of emotion, and packed with great memories. 🤙
Were you there? Find yourself and relive the moment. Missed out? Take a look and soak up the atmosphere!
📸 Check out all the new photos on the website!

https://therealtrip.nl/media

23/09/2026

8 races. Two days of full-power IJsselmeer action.
The Windsurfer LT fleet went all in: WSW force 6 on Saturday, followed by WNW force 6 till 7 on Sunday. Tough conditions, fierce battles and no easy rides!
After eight hard-fought races, René Griffioen took the top spot and walked away with first prize. 🏆
Big respect to everyone who took on the challenge. That’s Real Trip! 🤙

22/09/2026

REALTRIP DOOR DE LENS VAN MARTIJN

Zijn eerste RealTrip, met film- en surfgear mee. Martijn ging het water op, liep rond op het terrein en legde het weekend vast. Het resultaat: zijn eigen kijk op de RealTrip-experience.
Deze windsurfer uit Groningen hoopt volgend jaar ook mee te racen. Eerst het gijpen onder de knie krijgen, daarna wellicht aan de start met een 360-camera aan boord.
We delen zijn aftermovie graag samen met hem. Bekijk de video en beleef RealTrip door de lens van Martijn.

What an awesome Weekend it whas at the real trip at Makkum. Three d...

15/09/2026

THE REAL TRIP 2026 — FEEL THE FREEDOM

18–20 September | Makkum Beach, The Netherlands

Three days of windsurfing, racing, live music and everything that makes The Real Trip what it is.

FRIDAY 18 SEPTEMBER
16:00–18:00 — Check-in
20:00–23:30 — Live music by WYMAROO

SATURDAY 19 SEPTEMBER
08:00–10:00 — Registration
11:00 — Skippers Meeting
12:00 — First start
Long Distance Racing, Fin & Foil, Kids & Youth racing
19:00–23:30 — Live music by VIRUS

SUNDAY 20 SEPTEMBER
More racing on Makkum Beach
Final races and prize giving

The wind forecast is looking promising, so if you’re still thinking about joining us: now is the time to register.

Race The Real Trip or sign up as Fan of The Real Trip and be part of the full weekend on and off the water.

REGISTER NOW
https://registration.therealtrip.nl/

Full programme and event information:
https://therealtrip.nl/

FEEL THE FREEDOM

14/09/2026

THE REAL TRIP 2026 — THE WIND IS COMING! 🤙

De voorspelling voor zaterdag 19 september in Makkum begint er serieus goed uit te zien!

💨 14–15 knots in de middag
💥 vlagen tot 24–25 knots
🌡️ rond de 18°C
🌊 en vooral: WIND voor The Real Trip!

Dit zijn precies de omstandigheden waar we op hopen. Boards klaar, zeilen klaar en op naar Makkum Beach voor een weekend Feel The Freedom!

🏁 18–20 SEPTEMBER 2026
📍 Makkum Beach – Holle Poarte
🏄 Long Distance • Fin • Foil • Kids • Youth • LT
🎸 Live music • Party • Expo • Fan of The Real Trip

Nog niet ingeschreven? Dit is het moment:
Register now – The Real Trip 2026⁠

💨 Check de actuele windvoorspelling voor Makkum:
Bekijk samen met ons het weer op Makkum⁠

FEEL THE FREEDOM. FEEL THE WIND.
SEE YOU IN MAKKUM! 🤙

09/09/2026

9 DAYS & 14 HOURS TO GO!

Until the FIRST START SIGNAL at The Real Trip 2026! 🏁🌊

The countdown is ON.
The wind. The speed. The action. The freedom. 🤙

Are you ready to hit the water in Makkum?
There’s still time to join us!

📅 18–20 September 2026
📍 Makkum Beach, The Netherlands

⚡ SIGN UP NOW:
https://registration.therealtrip.nl/

THE REAL TRIP 2026
🌊 FEEL THE FREEDOM 🌊

08/09/2026

10 DAYS TO GO!

The countdown is ON! 🌊💨
In just 10 days, The Real Trip 2026 kicks off in Makkum!

Three days of windsurfing, racing, action, live music and good vibes at Makkum Beach. 🤙

🏁 Racing
🌊 Long Distance
🔥 Pro & amateur action
🎶 Live music
🏄 Expo & activities
🤙 And much more!

Are you ready to FEEL THE FREEDOM?

📅 18–20 September 2026
📍 Makkum Beach, The Netherlands

👉 Register now:
https://registration.therealtrip.nl/

07/09/2026

THE REAL TRIP 2026 IS GETTING CLOSER!

18–20 September, Makkum Beach becomes the place to be for windsurfers, racers, friends and fans.

🌊 Long Distance Racing
🏄 Windsurf action for all levels
⚡ Pro, Adult, Youth & Kids fleets
🎪 Big surf expo & activities
🎸 Live music & entertainment
🤙 Three days of pure windsurfing atmosphere

Whether you’re racing for the win, challenging yourself to finish the course or simply want to be part of one of the biggest windsurfing weekends in the Netherlands — this is your trip.

The countdown is on. Don’t watch it from the beach.

👉 REGISTER NOW:
https://registration.therealtrip.nl/

📅 18–20 September 2026
📍 Makkum Beach, The Netherlands

THE REAL TRIP 2026
FEEL THE FREEDOM.

03/09/2026

THE REAL TRIP 2026 GETTING CLOSER

The long-range wind forecast for September is starting to look promising, and the coming days are offering some great conditions to get back on the water.

A perfect opportunity to tune your gear, put in some training hours and get ready for The Real Trip 2026 – Feel The Freedom.

📅 18–20 September 2026
📍 Makkum Beach

Three days of windsurfing, racing and everything that makes The Real Trip a special weekend on and off the water.

Late Entry is now open.

Use the coming windy days to prepare — and make sure you’re on the starting line in Makkum.

👉 REGISTER NOW:
https://registration.therealtrip.nl/

Train. Prepare. Race.

FEEL THE FREEDOM.

02/09/2026

Niet meedoen aan de race, maar wél het hele weekend The Real Trip beleven?
Dan is Fan of The Real Trip jouw ticket! 🤙

Voor €25 ben je onderdeel van The Real Trip 2026 – Feel The Freedom en krijg je onder andere:

👕 Official Event T-shirt
🎟️ Event armband
🎁 Goodies
🏄 Gratis beginners windsurflessen
🤙 Toegang tot de Fan of The Real Trip Lounge
🎧 Silent Disco
🎸 Live muziek met Wymaroo & Virus
🏄‍♂️ Deelname aan de activiteiten op het eventterrein
🎟️ Ticket voor de Tombola op zaterdagavond

Van 18 t/m 20 september verandert Makkum Beach in hét windsurfweekend van Nederland.

Geen wedstrijdrijder? Geen probleem.
Come as a fan. Leave as part of The Real Trip.

👉 Schrijf je nu in als Fan of The Real Trip:
https://registration.therealtrip.nl/

FEEL THE FREEDOM 🤙