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The X-Foils Podcast

The X-Foils Podcast is where the world of foiling gets unpacked—one chaotic session at a time. Hosted by Dylan Shewfelt, with unofficial cohost Walt and a rotating cast of riders, innovators, shapers, and water junkies. We cover gear, progression, downwind misery, Parawing experiments, and the ridiculous community moments that make this sport what it is. Sometimes insightful, sometimes sarcastic, always passionate. - this is foiling from the inside! "The truth is out there." ⚡ Sponsored by Kite

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01:11:21

Case #35 –V2 Parawing Breakdown with Greg from BRM

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/04/24

Greg from Board Riding Maui (BRM) is back, and he’s brought some serious new heat with him—the BRM Parawing V2 is here, and not just one, but three different models tailored for various riders and disciplines. In this episode, we get a full download on the design intent behind each wing, from surf-focused minimalism to power and stability for different styles of foiling. We may or may not be selfishly trying to figure out which one we should be riding… If you're even remotely interested in

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00:36:32

Case #34 –Good Breeze Billy Bosch at FSRL

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/04/22

The X-Foils Podcast: Case #34 – Behind the Buoys with Billy BoschIn this episode, we catch up with Billy Bosch from Good Breeze in Cocoa Beach, fresh off the Foil Surf Race League event. Billy is the founder of the FSRL and this high-energy foiling showdown each year with Brian Grubb. We dive into Billy’s sports background, how he launched Good Breeze, and what goes into organizing one of the most exciting foil gatherings around. It was awesome to finally have a relaxed chat and get to know the man

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01:46:08

Case #33 – Deep Dive into Parawings with the FoilRat

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/03/31

In this special collab episode, I sit down with Parawing guru Daniel for a full-on Parawing deep dive. We swap stories about our backgrounds, break down the evolution of Parawing foiling, and discuss the different Parawings hitting the market.This conversation could have gone on forever, but we had to cut it short—so expect more to come! If you're as obsessed with foiling without a paddle as we are, you won’t want to miss this one.🎙️ What are your thoughts on the Parawing movement? Drop a

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00:27:51

Case 32: Foil Surf Race league Recap with Arland & Eric

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/03/12

Foil Surf Race League Recap with Arland & Eric In this episode, we sit down for a quick chat about the Foil Surf Race League, breaking down how the event played out, the competition, and the epic battles on the water. Huge thanks to North & Mystic for the invite and a massive congrats to all the winners!Special shoutout to our boy Arland, who took 1st place in the Prone Race Open category this year—absolutely sending it! 🚀Tune in for some post-race banter, event highlights, and insights

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01:06:27

Case #31: From Mowing the Lawn to Chasing Swells with...

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/03/04

The X-Foils Podcast: Case #31 On this episode, I sit down with my good friend Eric Braojos during our car ride from El Cuyo to Cancun while at an event with Shaka Vibes called the mayan wind fest, for a laid-back chat about his watersports journey and how he fell in love with foiling in Puerto Rico. Initially, he wasn’t too stoked on just “mowing the lawn” on a foil, but once he got a taste of foiling in the surf, everything changed. Eric is not just a solid foiler and all round good advocate for

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00:57:31

Case 30 - Lift5 and LiftX Tech with Director of...

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/02/04

In Case 30 of The X-Foils, Walt and I sit down with the Director of Industrial Design for Lift Foils. We dive into his personal foiling journey and explore Lift’s role in taking their efoil line to the next level. The introduction of the Lift5 and the LiftX—an efoil/foil assist geared towards surf—steals the spotlight for us as its more ranged at the high performance surf. But the real game-changer is the product overhaul. With a new click-in, snap-on design, Lift has eliminated cables and tools,

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01:21:27

Case #29 - Wren’s Foiling Progress & the Lithium...

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/01/11

Wren’s Foiling Progress & the Lithium RevolutionIn Case 29 of The X-Foils, Wren is back! We catch up on her summer progress and dive deep into the tech side of foiling—geeking out over the Tow Boogie and Foil Drive. We explore how the lithium revolution has sped up progression in the sport. The Foil Drive is making foiling more accessible to the masses, while the Tow Boogie shines when used in the right spot for the right purpose. ⚡ Join the conversation: Got thoughts on Foil Drive or Tow

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01:13:18

Case #28 - Trigger Friendly deep dive into Foil Drive

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2024/12/08

The X-Foils Podcast: Case #28 - Trigger Friendly deep dive into Foil DriveWelcome back to the X-foils Podcast! Walt and I Sit down again, this time to chat over all things Foil Drive. We have had a hand full of great session now and wanted to share our thoughts on the whole thing. From Surfing it, Downwinding it and just over all how it adds to our over all foil adventures. If you Foil Drive, maybe you want to add your thoughts below! Sharing is caring! If you Do not have a Foil Drive, we

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01:24:22

Case #27- Summer Recap & Parawing Talk with Walt

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2024/11/12

The X-Foils Podcast: Case #27 - Summer Recap & Foiling Talk with WaltWalt and I finally sit down for the casual foil chat we've been planning for a while. We recap the summer, dive into the Parawing, board changes, and the sport’s ever-evolving landscape. Join us for a relaxed conversation about the progression, experimentation, and good times we’ve had riding the waves this season. 🌊 Join the conversation: Have questions for Walt or Dylan? Drop them in the comments below! 🔔 Subscribe

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01:14:25

Case #26 - Tre & McFlowi’s Father-Son Foil Journey

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2024/10/31

In Case 26 of The X-Foils, I sit down with Tre and his son Walker, better known as McFlowi. Sponsored by Armstrong Foils and fresh from competing in the Triple Crown, Walker has been making waves with his “snappy” style and rapid progress in foiling over the past year and a half. Tre, one of the early adopters of downwind foiling in the Gorge, overcame the challenge of using gear not yet suited for the sport. It’s inspiring to see their shared passion for foiling and the dedication they bring to the

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01:13:43

Case #25 - Giovanni Returns: Race Recap, Upcoming...

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2024/10/09

In Case 25 of The X-Foils, Giovanni is back! We dive into a full race recap, discuss the next big race on the horizon in France, and talk all things downwind foiling. From gear insights to strategies, this episode has it all for downwind foil enthusiasts. I have him hooked up with Code foils through my shop as I want to support Gio and his future in this passion of his anyway I can. Thanks Code Foils for the support. Sorry the video was only focused on the hats haha!! That was an accident! 🌊

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01:09:30

Case 24 - Hunter Becker: Kite Foil Freestyle, Big...

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2024/10/03

The X-Foils Podcast: Case #24 - Hunter Becker: Kite Foil Freestyle, Big Air, following his passion. In Case 24 of The X-Foils, I sit down with Hunter Becker, a North team rider renowned for his Kite Foil freestyle and big air tricks. Hunter brings extensive knowledge of flight, holding certifications in aviation, paragliding, and speed flying. As an all-around athlete, he's living his dream, pushing the limits of the sport, and putting his body on the line to take his foiling further. If anyone is

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00:32:53

Case 23 - Hood River Parawing Recap with Walt and Roy

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2024/09/22

In Case 23 of The X-Foils Podcast, I sit down with Walt and Roy for a laid-back conversation—literally in the back of our van at the Hatch parking lot in between session on my last day in Hood River. We dive into our learnings from using the Parawing and recap an epic summer of downwind foiling. From what worked to the challenges we faced, we reflect on how the Parawing has changed the game for us, and share some memorable stories from the season. We now have some EPIC X-Foils hats Buy now and

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00:30:02

Case #22 - Greg from BRM. The man behind The Parawing

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2024/09/11

In Case 22 of The X-Foils, I sit down with Greg from BoardRiding Maui (BRM) to discuss his latest product making huge waves in the foiling market—the Parawing. This wing is designed to give riders the purest wave-riding experience possible, to get on foil and the possibility to pack it away, and ride freely. Its captivating a wide foiling audience with its potential as we wonder what we could do with it. We dive into how the Parawing works, what inspired its creation, and how it’s changing the

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01:04:07

Case 21 - Gnarly Marley from Next Gen to Next Legend

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2024/08/30

In Case 21 of The X-Foils, we feature Marley Franco, Gnarly Marley!A 16-year-old water sports sensation from Maui. Sponsored by North and Mystic, Marley has quickly become a standout in the foiling community. Born and raised in Maui, Marley absolutely shreds across all watersports disciplines he decides to tackle. Very humble and hungry to keep pushing the sport with his killer style and control. In this episode, we talk about Marley's journey in the water, his rapid progression, and how he

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01:40:25

Case 20: Prescriptions to Precision, Franks Leap into...

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2024/08/19

In Case 20 of The X-Foils, we’re joined by Francesco, the mastermind behind Frank Foilboards. Originally from Italy, Francesco now resides in Maui with his beautiful wife and kids, where he’s shaping the foil boards of the future.In this episode, we dive into Francesco’s unique journey—from his beginnings in watersports to how he found his passion for shaping. We also discuss his big move to Maui, what it’s like to live and work on the island, and how he transitioned from a hard-earned family

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02:07:52

Case 19: Carsons impact on Rincon Water Safety,...

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2024/07/30

In Case 19 of The X-Foils, we sit down with Greg Carson, owner of Taino Divers and a resident of Rincón, Puerto Rico. This episode is a bit longer than usual but well worth the listen. We dive deep into critical topics like the lack of lifeguards and water safety in Puerto Rico.Greg shares the incredible work his team at Rincon Water Safety is doing through their non-profit organization. They are making significant strides in implementing a system to improve water safety and raise awareness for

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01:27:45

Case 18 - Ronan makes his son work in the shop for...

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2024/07/23

In Case 18 of The X-Foils, we're excited to welcome Ronan, a French commercial pilot and avid foiler, along with his oldest son, Mateo. Ronan has been living in Puerto Rico for 25 years and has a wealth of experience in watersports, which he has passed on to his kids.In this episode, we discuss Ronan's journey in foiling, the joys, and challenges of teaching his kids, and their shared watersports background. Mateo will also be joining our shop team, working 2-3 days a week, and we're

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01:25:14

Case 17 - Not letting Arland give up on Downwind...

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2024/07/16

In Case 17 of The X-Foils I welcome back Arland, our very first guest on the podcast! This time its about casual chit-chat and catching up. I grill Arland on why he faded away from learning to downwind foil finally and how he feels about it now, especially since he’s a team rider for North, which is releasing the Downwind foils. We also dive into some of Arland's so-called "safety tips," which are anything but safe. Join us for an easygoing yet insightful conversation as we dive into

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01:22:39

Case 16 - George works smarter not harder pushing...

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2024/07/09

The X-Foils Podcast Case 16!This week, stoked to share a good conversation with my long-time friend, George. We met in Playa del Carmen back in 2012, and when I moved to Puerto Rico, George discovered the beauty of the wind and conditions that we have here. Now, he visits us every year for a month with his family. George was one of my very first kite foil student in Mexico, and seven years later, he learned to wing foil with us in Puerto Rico. We have a rich history together, filled with fun

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