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Wind observations and forecasts for windsurfers, kitesurfers, sailors, SUPers, surfers, fishermen, cyclists, hikers, golfers - you name it.
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Vic Wind 3.0 is out!
Vic Wind 3.0 is out and ready for download! This version has a few new features, including the addition of an interactive wave forecast map on the Forecast page. It has been developed to provide a neat user interface on all iPhone sizes (4, 5, 6 and 6+). New features include: -Wave size/direction animated forecast […]
Workaround for Port Phillip wind observation page
Hi Vic Wind Users! If you’re having issues viewing wind data on the Port Phillip page, please try changing the ‘Port Phillip Map’ temperature location via the Settings window. This will resolve the issue. A new version of Vic Wind will be available in the upcoming days which addresses this issue. The problem was caused […]
The Gale Storm in Melbourne and How to Read Forecasts in Vic Wind App
Victoria, ‘The Place to Be’ in Australia was hit by wild winter weather in the last week of June 2014. Melbourne residents and visitors were slammed with hostile gale force winds, freezing air temperatures, heavy rains and even long anticipated snow showers in the mountains. This wet and windy weather was causing chaos across Victoria, […]
What Pros Are Saying About The World Cup 2014
No matter whether you are in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia or any other part of the world, you must have noticed that there’s a true craze going on about football (or soccer if that’s what you prefer). Eh, the good old 2014 FIFA World Cup is on in Brazil. And as they say, this championship gets […]
Sailing Humor – Soak into a Selection of Hilarious Pictures and Cartoons
Sailing, boating, yachting and other activities alike are perceived to be pleasant and calm. Tell that to a true sailor… Hard work, constant planning, wind and weather observations, forecasting and a number of other nitty-gritty activities take an unavoidable step before the well-deserved joy. Having said that, you’d struggle finding a sailor or a fisherman […]
Find Fun in Kitesurfing. 8 Real Life Photos Not to Be Missed.
How important is wind in your life? Do you need it as much as your body needs oxygen? With this post, we at Vic Wind App would like to pay tribute to the one and only, widely popular and exiting wind sport – KITESURFING. If you haven’t tasted kitesurfing yet, this blog may as well […]
6 Best Freestyle Windsurfing Videos to Watch Now. #5 is Absolutely Sensational.
You have just discovered a list with the best of the best freestyle windsurfing videos. If you are like us and you love watching stunning sports videos, then we are pretty sure you won’t hesitate to bookmark these pieces of mastery. Not only do these windsurfing vids feature the greatest windsurfing superstars, but they also […]
Version 2.4.5 out now
Vic Wind app version 2.4.5 is available for download now from the App store. Includes one or two bug fixes, as well as options that allow you to configure the wind display. For example, you can now display the wind direction text such as ‘SW’ on all maps.
Love letter to the Wind
Dear Wind, The first time I saw you, I knew we were meant to be together for the rest of my life. The way you touch me, the way you move everyone in your sight, the way you change how I feel and how I plan my days ahead, is something that only you can […]
Vic Wind for iPad now available!
Vic Wind app is now available on iPad! View your wind obs and forecasts on a larger screen. Download for free by clicking here.