On the small Caribbean island of Bonaire, where trade winds blow almost every day and the ocean feels more like a playground than a challenge, a new generation of windsurfers is quietly rewriting the future of the sport. Bobbi-Lynn, Lone and Kit de Jong didn’t just grow up near the water – they grew up in it. From an early age, windsurfing wasn’t a hobby but a natural extension of daily life.
What makes the de Jong sisters truly special is not only their talent, but their attitude. They represent a future where windsurfing is not just about competition and results, but about lifestyle, connection to nature and inspiring others to get on the water. Confident, passionate and grounded, they show that the next era of windsurfing will be shaped by athletes who are as strong in their values as they are on their boards.
We sat down with the de Jong sisters to talk about their journey in windsurfing so far, and what are their goals in the future.
What has been your proudest moment in your career so far?
Bobbi-Lynn: That would have to be my performance in the competitions in Fuerteventura. All 3 of the years I had a lot of fun competing and did some of my best races.
Lone: Becoming a World Champion!
Kit: Making my professional debut in Fuerteventura.
What is your biggest strength on the water?
Bobbi-Lynn: I really like windsurfing in the strong winds and I think its also one of my strengths.
Lone: Control and balance.
Kit: My training mentality.
What are you still hungry to achieve in windsurfing?
Bobbi-Lynn: I want to become good at all the disciplines. Slalom X, Foil Slalom, Wave and freestyle.
Lone: To become one of the top athletes in windsurfing and to travel around the world.
Kit: To be the Slalom X World Champion!
The story of the de Jong sisters is a powerful reminder that the future of windsurfing lies in passion, community and authenticity. By staying true to their roots and sharing their journey, they inspire young riders around the world to believe that with dedication and love for the ocean, anything is possible.
