Foil Life Podcast by SFT

On this episode, Max Robinson joins us from his home in Toronto to talk about:  The early days and his new journey with Gong Coaching clinics with CanSail and the Toronto Windsurfing Club His favourite spots for wing foiling around the world His future and hopes to leave his mark on the sport by inspiring and coaching others. Dedication, hard work, and support from the Toronto community have been...

On this episode Steve Tobis joins us from his home in Maui to talk about:  The downwind race season in Hawaii - Including the Voyager race, Paddle Amoa, the Maui to Molokai and Molokai to Oahu races. The key to success in these races The physical conditioning and mental tenacity are crucial for endurance and focus during the races. Safety equipment such as PFDs, VHF radios, and EPIRBs are essentia...

On this episode Brandon, TBI survivor, 5x Triple S Winner, 2018 KPL Champion, 2x AWSI Kiteboarder of the year and Naish Designer joins us to talk about: His recent accident and recovery process The power of community support in times of adversity The importance of mindset and belief in overcoming challenges Finding gratitude in difficult situations The transformative experience of becoming a paren...

On this episode Remi, the CEO of Forward WIP joins us to talk about: - Why protection gear is essential in water sports, especially with the rise of foiling. - The top priority and mission of Forward WIP:  Protect athletes on the water. - How the adoption of protection gear by professionals in a sport can lead to mass adoption by the broader community for everyone's benefit. - Forward WIP's primar...

Dave West is a Semi-Pro Youtube and Downwind Foiling Sensation from Australia. He joins us to talk about:  Downwind Foiling Basics  How learning to downwind foil can be challenging, but achieving small milestones provides a sense of satisfaction. Board length and stability are important factors to consider when choosing equipment for downwind foiling. Reading the ocean and understanding the energy...

On this episode of the Wing Life Show, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about:  Gybing basics Practicing on the beach to familiarize yourself with the hand and foot movements Being comfortable foiling in both directions before attempting to gybe Practicing foot switches to improve maneuverability Riding with enough speed to glide through the turn Committing to the turn Engaging heel side to toe side to a...

Caitlin Baxter is a Global Team Rider for Sabfoil, she joins us on the show to talk about: - How she found Wing Foiling - Review of PPC Wings and SAB Foils - Downwinding on rocky coast lines of her home spots in Australia - Encouraging Women to Join the Wing Foiling Community - Safety Tips for Ocean Sports - And much more. Visit: https://www.instagram.com/caitybaxter/ Watch on Youtube (00:00) - -...

On this episode of the Wing Life Show, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about:  Turning basics. I can fly in a straight line, but now what.  How to maintain an edge to control the direction while flying on a foil. How to find the right balance between leaning forward and backward to maintain stability. How positioning the wing higher will help improve your visibility and avoid interference with the foil....

Tom, tour manager of the GWA, joins us to recap: - The La Palma Youth World Cup (Surf-Freestyle, FreeFly-Slalom) - The Gran Canaria World Cup (Big Air)    - The Fuerteventura World Cup (FreeFly-Slalom, Surf-Freestyle)  - Double backflips, triple backflip combo's and more innovation moves - New Freefly-Slalom rules - and much more. Visit: https://www.wingfoilworldtour.com Watch on Youtube (00:00) -...

On this episode of the Wing Life Show, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about:  Their first foiling experiences, good and bad!  Learning behind a boat or jetski  The importance of taking it slow and being patient when learning how to foil Starting on your knees Progressively learning how to shift your weight forward and back to control the foil Experimenting with foot positioning to find what works best...

On this episode Nadja joins us to talk about:  Her intro into water sports and how she became a skilled coach An overview of the camps and clinics organized by Strut Kiteboarding How Strut Kiteboarding was created to provide comprehensive coaching and a supportive community for women in the sport and her role in the company The importance of creating a safe and empowering environment for women in...

On this episode, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about: Learning all about handle 0 or the leading edge handle How to walk around with your wing How to turn your wing turn left, right and how to generate power Hand position on the handles Using fingertip pressure when learning And much more!

Hugo Marin joins us from his home in France to talk about:  His upcoming trip to Chicama, Peru His favourite wing foiling spots include Tahiti, Mauritius, and Cape Verde. Travelling to different foiling spots can be affordable, especially if you are open to camping or finding budget accommodations. Giving back to local communities when visiting foiling spots, especially in areas where the sport ma...

On this episode, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about: How we learned to Wing Foil and our experiences Importance of mastering the basics and learning how to wing on your knees before standing Mastering the foil and tips on how we learned Importance of asking your community for wind/safety tips before going out on the water Importance of doing safety assessments (When in doubt, don’t go out)  Realizing...

Laure Rudolph and Michael Näf join us on the show to talk about: - Their intro into wind sports (from Windsurfing to Wing Foiling) - Living in Switzerland and the many lakes to explore - Product development at Ensis - Helping youth access the sport - Wing Foil Camping adventures in their family van - And much more. Visit: https://www.instagram.com/_lau_ritaa_   & https://www.instagram.com/rawh...

On this episode, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about: Why you should consider taking lessons to learn how to wing foil What makes wing foiling hard to learn on your own What should you bring to your first lesson What is usually included and provided by a school A general overview of what is included in your first lesson And much more. 

Xavi is a 16-year-old pro-wing foiler from Tarifa, Spain. He joins us to talk about: Learning how to Kite surf at the age of 7 Entering the competitive scene and achieving success in various competitions at age 15/16. How video analysis plays a crucial role in improving skills and identifying areas for improvement. How he manages school, friends, and travel The mental aspect of competing  Staying...

On this episode, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about: The importance of prioritizing safety Highlight some commonly used safety equipment Why you should pace yourself and take breaks when learning Why you should familiarize yourself with and test out your safety gear Importance of learning how to check forecasts  Importance of building your wind knowledge (Ie. What does 10 knots look like on the water...

Joe, the founder of Flymount, joins us from his office to talk about: - How they got started in 2006 - Initial designs, production & testing - What materials are used - What is coming next - And more. Visit: www.flymount.com Watch on Youtube (00:00) - - Introduction and Background (02:59) - - The Early Days of Flymount (09:14) - - The Importance of Video Footage in Action Sports (15:52) - - Th...

On this episode, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about:  - What gear should you buy as a beginner - The importance of connecting with your community - How to set up your new kit - Faqs about mast position, mast length, fuse length, board size, board type (fiberglass or blowup) - Manual Pump versus Electric Pump - And much more. 

Cash joins us from home in Maui to talk about: - His life and childhood in Maui - How he found wind - Downwinding and teaching dad how to wing foil - His foil slide and wing drop at the first GWA wave event of the year - His current Armstrong setup - And more. Visit: https://www.instagram.com/cash_berzolla Watch on Youtube (00:00) - - Growing Up in Maui and Discovering Wing Foiling (02:22) - - Pro...

On our first episode, Gwen, Damien and Luc introduce our new show and talk about:  - The basics of wing foiling and offer tips for beginners of all levels - The importance of getting started and not getting caught up in gear choices - We encourage new wing foilers to contact their local community for support and advice.  - We discuss the importance of practicing on land before going into the water...

Paula Novotna joins us on the show to talk about: - Her entry into watersports - Her wing & kite career - Life in Cabarete, DR - Women in sport - Now that she is no longer competing, what's next? - And More. Visit: https://www.instagram.com/paulanovotna/ Watch episode on Youtube (00:00) - (00:00) - Introduction and the Growth of Wing Foiling (06:17) - Cabarete: A Favorite Spot for Wing Foiling...

Herbert the founder of Surfr App joins us from his home in Brazil to talk about: - The Surfr App origin story - Basic overview of functionality - How are jumps measured and other technical details - The Apple watch and other watches - Exciting future updates and future development - And more.   Visit: https://www.thesurfr.app/ Watch on Youtube (00:00) - - Journey into Wind Sports and App Developme...

Zane Schweitzer joins us from his home in Maui to talk about: Training and Race Preparation Community Impact and Recovery Youth Mentorship and Community Involvement The Transformative Power of Ocean Sports and Foiling Wing foiling & down winding on Maui And more.  Visit: https://www.instagram.com/zaniac1 Watch on Youtube (00:00) - - Training and Race Preparation (07:31) - - Community Impact an...