Up On Foil

Thank you for your support: patreon.com/UpOnFoil Check out https://www.uponfoil.com for more info! In this episode, we discuss our experiences with foiling, including personal travels, the evolution of gear, and the journey of starting a podcast. Dan shares insights on techniques, recommendations for beginners, and the future of parawing. The discussion highlights the importance of community, lear...

Find extra content on patreon.com/UpOnFoil Check out our Website for more information: www.uponfoil.com Summary In this episode, we explore the world of pump foiling with the founders of the oldest pump foil club in Switzerland. The conversation covers the motivations behind starting the club, the personal journeys of the members, the importance of safety and community, and the evolution of gear i...

He managed to dock start on his first try and did the 1 Minute Wakethief challenge in his second try...! But he's not invincible, he's struggling with the parawing... at least that... Summary In this episode of the Up on Foil podcast, hosts Gaël and Matt welcome Dave West, an accomplished foiler from Australia. The conversation explores their personal journeys in foiling, the evolution of techniqu...

In this episode, professional kite surfer and content creator Ben Beholz shares his journey from a passionate athlete to a successful influencer in the kite surfing and foiling community. He discusses the evolution of content creation, the importance of sponsorships, and the balance between creativity and brand expectations. Ben also delves into his experiences with van life, the challenges of pum...

Thank you for helping us out: patreon.com/UpOnFoil Check out our Website: www.uponfoil.com In this episode, Yvon Labarthe, a Swiss extreme sports athlete, shares his journey into the world of pump foiling, discussing his experiences, challenges, and the joy of the sport. He elaborates on his video creation process, the importance of safety, and the unique qualities of Fireball foils. Yvon also emp...

Win an Indiana Balance Board!!! How to enter: listen to the podcast and find out! Thank you for helping us out: patreon.com/UpOnFoil Check out our Website: www.uponfoil.com In this episode, Matt and Gael discuss the world of foiling and the culture surrounding these sports with Itay, the creator of Board Tales. They explore Itays journey from Israel to Switzerland, his experiences in content creat...

Get your calendars ready and follow Chris talking about the upcoming events of the Big Wave Swiss Tour. If there's wind, we'll use it to foil, if there's no wind, we pump foil! https://www.swiss-foiling.ch/tour Stops include: Vienna (not Switzerland) Thun Murten Flüelen Silvaplana St. Blaise Vingelz Porto Pollo (not Switzerland).

Thank you for helping us out: patreon.com/UpOnFoil Check out our Website: www.uponfoil.com In this episode, Benji Friant, a Swiss professional freestyle scooter rider and video producer, shares his journey through the world of extreme sports, focusing on scootering and foiling. He discusses his early achievements in scootering, the challenges of creating engaging video content, and the development...

Thank you for you support on our Patreon: www.patreon.com/UpOnFoil check out www.uponfoil.com for more infos! In this episode of our Podcast "Up on Foil", Tituan Galea shares his journey as a world champion in water sports, discussing his early beginnings in sailing, the transition to kitesurfing and wing foiling, and the impact of sponsorship on his career. He reflects on the challenges of compet...

In this episode, we talk with Tom Hartmann, a prominent figure in the world of water sports, discussing his journey from a competitive windsurfer to a tour manager for various water sports events. Tom shares insights into the evolution of foiling, the establishment of the SFT (Surf Foil Tour), and the challenges and opportunities in organizing events in the water sports industry. He also touches o...

Thank you for helping us out: patreon.com/UpOnFoil Check out our Website for more infos: www.uponfoil.com Summary: In this conversation, Jan shares his extensive background in water sports and engineering, detailing his journey from developing wave energy devices to becoming a foil designer. He discusses the intricacies of foil design, the importance of testing and feedback, and how nature inspire...

In this episode, Rich Boughton shares his extensive journey in the world of water sports, from kitesurfing to becoming a prominent figure in foiling. He discusses the evolution of foiling, the challenges faced in the industry, and the growth of the Foiling Magazine. Rich also delves into his role as a technical editor, the importance of product testing, and the future trends in foiling equipment....

Thank you for helping us out: patreon.com/UpOnFoil Check out www.uponfoil.com for more information. In this podcast episode, that we recorded while standing on balance boards, we are in the appartment of Balz Müller, a freestyle pioneer and THE Swiss waterman. We discussed the importance of balance in both life and sports, the journey of becoming a professional waterman, and the challenges of spon...

Thanks for helping us out: patreon.com/UpOnFoil Check out our Website for more Infos: www.uponfoil.com An exchange program for foils you don't use anymore, get a discount if you pick up trash, build on demand... A lot is done for an environmental friendly economy. I hope it lasts..! In this episode, Sam Carentz, brand manager of Onix Foils, shares his journey from a casual water sports enthusiast...

Please consider helping us out: www. patreon.com/UpOnFoil In this episode of "Up on Foil", we interview Gunnar Biniasch, an early adaptor in the foiling and kite sports community. Gunnar shares his journey from kiting to foiling, discussing the evolution of kite sports and the impact of winging on water sports. He emphasizes the importance of safety and visibility in wing foiling and provides insi...

Thank you for supporting us: patreon.com/UpOnFoil He used to be a world class ice hockey goalie and played in the NHL but besides his professional career he was on the water. Since some times he is downwinding lake Neuchatel and teaches DW-Foiling online and on the water. https://caseyaus.com/coach/jonas/ for coachings. Thank you Jonas for inviting us into your home and to give me tipps on how to...

If you like this show, consider helping us out: patreon.com/UpOnFoil In this episode of "Up on Foil" our guest has the world record in non stop pumpfoiling. Nicolas wanted to do a little cool down after an inline skate race which turned into the world record. He tells us his world record and gives insights in how he trains. Don't worry, it is not just to go longer! Thank you Nicolas for taking you...

If you like this show, a rating on your podcast app or some financial help would be highly appreciated: patreon.com/UpOnFoil Julia was born on Fuerteventura. An Island, where most of the people just go for vacation. As more and more tourists go there, it can get too crowded. Julia also talks about life there and what she does when she's not doing sports... #watersports #fuerteventura #foil #surf #

Thank you for your support: patreon.com/UpOnFoil This episode is a new year's special . Matt is on vacation where Aaron decided to move to. No more 3 minute drive to the ocean, but snowy mountains instead. WHY? He tells us the answer and also how his videos went viral and what he's about to do with is online fame. We wish you all the best for 2025!

Thank you for supporting our show through our Patreon: patreon.com/UpOnFoil Anna started a new life in Perth Australia and started the first Wingfoil Center in Australia. After five years of teaching and starting an online presence, she plans on going a step further. Thank you Anna for taking your time!

Leo gave Pump Foil and Wake thief Lessons in Berlin. In this episode he gives tips to paddle up and tells his incredible story of his accident a year ago, that could have turned out very badly. This conversation was so much fun, that there might be a part two one in the future.

Thank you for helping us out: patreon.com/UpOnFoil The first time I saw Lukas was when we downwinded the whole Lake Garda. In this episode he tells us how to start downwinding and where the best spots are. He tells us how he started his foiling adventures and where he likes to go foiling the most. You can also watch this show with a lot of Videos and photos on Youtube.

Thanks for helping us out: patreon.com/UpOnFoil He is not only a foiler but he rode to work with me or helped me do my dishes Luc Moore is the voice of the wing life podcast. On his website it says: Adventurer, entrepreneur & athlete. He tells us how he went through rehab after a terrible motorcycle accident and eventually on foil.

From starting to windsurf in order to teach to backflipping and developing the parawing for Ensis. Michi tells his story... Thank you for your support on patreon: patreon.com/UpOnFoil

He was pump foiling before it was a thing. From pump foiling indoors with kids to why you need to study hydrofoiling in university, the OG of pump foiling in Switzerland shares his thoughts. Thank you for helping us out: patreon.com/UpOnFoil