Spectacular jumps and young winners at the Gsi-Berg Battle!

Spectacular jumps and young winners at the Gsi-Berg Battle!

On September 24, 2025, the Harder inland basin was transformed into an arena for spectacular wakeboarding action. Numerous riders competed at the Gsi-Berg Battle to present their impressive tricks and aerial acrobatics in front of an enthusiastic audience. The participants were pulled from the boat at speeds of up to 35 km/h, which created exciting moments and a lot of excitement. The event, which was described as a festival of wakeboarding, attracted large numbers of spectators to the shores of Lake Constance, who eagerly followed the competition. vol.at reports that the event is considered a highlight of the European wakeboarding scene.

In the men's class, Tino Ullsperger from Germany prevailed and secured first place. Nico Juritsch from Carinthia followed in second place and also became state champion. Florian Brunner from Vorarlberg completed the podium and was not only third national winner, but also runner-up national champion. The young drivers were equally impressive, especially the brothers Finn, Nils and Kimi Lechner as well as Bruno Ferrai, who drew attention for their outstanding performances.

Successes of young talents

Particularly noteworthy is Finn Lechner (17), who won the title of U18 national champion. His brother Nils Lechner (13) not only won the Gsi-Berg Battle, but also became U14 national champion and Austrian U14 champion. Kimi Lechner (11) and Bruno Ferrai (13) shared third place in the Gsi-Berg Battle and took second place in the national championship. They took second and third place in the Austrian U14 championship, demonstrating their versatility and talent in wakeboarding.

Steven Schneider also successfully defended his national championship title in the over-30 category. In the women's category, Mara Salmina from Carinthia won, followed by Sabrina Hafen from Switzerland and Emily Riemer from Germany. These rankings show the high level of performance and talent that can be found in the various categories.

Wakeboard training in Vorarlberg

The Wake and Surf association also offers professional training for aspiring wakeboarders. Both beginners and advanced participants are trained in small groups of a maximum of four people. Coaching takes place via radio helmets, which makes communication easier during the exercises. In addition to individual lessons, regular training sessions can also be booked, and special camps for children are organized in collaboration with the Wakeaholics association. These camps are designed to encourage enthusiasm for water sports and give children a feel for wakeboarding.

The training also extends into the winter months, with the Olympic Center in Dornbirn serving as a location for jumping and strength training. A cooperation with the Vorarlberg Snowboard Association also enables joint training sessions in winter. Skateboard training is also planned in the future. Clubs like Wakeaholics, which consist of passionate wakeboarders, promote the competitive spirit and successfully take part in national and international competitions. vorarlberg.at emphasizes that the Gsi-Berg Battle is considered a highlight of the season and traditionally takes place in Hard.

For further information about wakeboarding events and training in Vorarlberg, interested water sports enthusiasts can visit the website wakelifeclub.at visit.