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Foil Life Podcast by SFT

Foil Life Podcast Team

Welcome to the Foil Life Podcast by SFT, the official podcast of the Surf Foil World Tour! Join us as we dive into the exhilarating world of foiling, covering five core disciplines—pump foiling, surf foiling, e-foiling, wake foiling, and downwind SUP foiling—plus the dynamic art of wing foiling. From expert tips, exclusive updates from the Surf Foil World Tour, and inspiring stories of athletes, innovators, and passionate riders to gear release and review episodes where we talk with top brands about

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All Episodes

52:18

Episode #68 - Josh "The Machine" Mayer

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2024/09/18

On this episode, Josh joins us from his home in Fehmarn, Germany, to talk about: His entry into water sports: Stand-up paddling and windsurfingHis first foiling flights and his transition to Wing FoilingHis big goal of becoming the German under-19 German champion in wing foiling and what it felt like to accomplish it. His sponsorships with Elevate and A3DHis local competitions and hopes to compete in the GWA next yearFront flips, back flips, and 720sand Much More!Visit:

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48:27

Episode #67 - Max Robinson

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2024/09/11

On this episode, Max Robinson joins us from his home in Toronto to talk about: The early days and his new journey with GongCoaching clinics with CanSail and the Toronto Windsurfing ClubHis favourite spots for wing foiling around the worldHis 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 crucial to his success in winging.Training and staying fit in order to perform better and avoid

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50:32

Episode #66 - Steve Tobis

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2024/09/05

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 racesThe physical conditioning and mental tenacity are crucial for endurance and focus during the races.Safety equipment such as PFDs, VHF radios, and EPIRBs are essential for emergencies.Self-sufficiency and preparedness are important in case of equipment failure or

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Episode #65 - Brandon Scheid

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2024/08/28

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 processThe power of community support in times of adversityThe importance of mindset and belief in overcoming challengesFinding gratitude in difficult situationsThe transformative experience of becoming a parentRecovering from a brain injury requires physical and emotional strength, as well as the support of

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76:17

Episode #64 - Remi Finiel / Forward WIP

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2024/08/21

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 primary focus of creating high-quality, lightweight, snug-fitting protection gear for water sports. -

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81:03

Episode #63 - Dave West

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2024/08/14

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 of the bumps is crucial for successful downwind foiling.Safety precautions, such as using a leash

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32:13

Wing Life Show Episode #9 - Gybing Basics

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2024/08/09

On this episode of the Wing Life Show, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about: Gybing basicsPracticing on the beach to familiarize yourself with the hand and foot movementsBeing comfortable foiling in both directions before attempting to gybePracticing foot switches to improve maneuverabilityRiding with enough speed to glide through the turnCommitting to the turnEngaging heel side to toe side to avoid getting stuck in a limboHolding the wing high to avoid obstacles and maintaining controlAnd much

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53:57

Episode #62 - Caitlin Baxter

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2024/08/07

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/(00:00) - - Introduction and Conditions for Wing Foiling in Australia (08:29) - - Caitlin's Experience with PPC and Saab

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29:24

Wing Life Show Episode #8 - Foil Control

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2024/08/02

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.How to accept falls and avoid trying to save them to prevent further accidents.And much more.Are

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78:56

Wing Foil World Tour (GWA) Show #6 - Recap of Canary...

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2024/07/31

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(00:00) - - Introduction and Overview (01:29) - - Conditions and Popular Destination for Water Sports (03:13) - -

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37:21

Wing Life Show Episode #7 - Your First Foiling Flights

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2024/07/26

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 foilStarting on your kneesProgressively learning how to shift your weight forward and back to control the foilExperimenting with foot positioning to find what works best for youEnsuring you are practicing in both directions (Left foot and right foot forward)Are you

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53:46

Episode #61 - Nadja Bianchet

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2024/07/24

On this episode Nadja joins us to talk about: Her intro into water sports and how she became a skilled coachAn overview of the camps and clinics organized by Strut KiteboardingHow Strut Kiteboarding was created to provide comprehensive coaching and a supportive community for women in the sport and her role in the companyThe importance of creating a safe and empowering environment for women in male-dominated sportsHow Brazil is a highly recommended destination for kiteboarding and wing

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29:09

Wing Life Show Episode #6 - Wing Handling Basics

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2024/07/19

On this episode, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about:Learning all about handle 0 or the leading edge handleHow to walk around with your wingHow to turn your wing turn left, right and how to generate powerHand position on the handlesUsing fingertip pressure when learningAnd much more!Want to improve your skills, signup for our free Online Wing foil coachingThis episode is brought to you by the Wing Foil Expedition in La Ventana, Baja California Sur. Are you looking for a wing foiling adventure

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53:52

Episode #60 - Hugo Marin

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2024/07/17

Hugo Marin joins us from his home in France to talk about: His upcoming trip to Chicama, PeruHis 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 may not be accessible to everyone.Even though competition is a part of the sport, focusing on the

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27:37

Wing Life Show Episode #5 - Your First Solo Wing Foil...

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2024/07/12

On this episode, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about:How we learned to Wing Foil and our experiencesImportance of mastering the basics and learning how to wing on your knees before standingMastering the foil and tips on how we learnedImportance of asking your community for wind/safety tips before going out on the waterImportance of doing safety assessments (When in doubt, don’t go out) Realizing that you must wing with your left leg and right leg forward, and one side will be much harder. (So

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63:04

Episode #59 - Laura Rudolph & Michael Näf

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2024/07/10

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/rawham.mcl(00:00) - - Introduction and Glimpse into Switzerland's Windy Waters (03:01) - - From

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32:30

Episode #4 - Your First Wing Foil Lesson

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2024/07/05

On this episode, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about:Why you should consider taking lessons to learn how to wing foilWhat makes wing foiling hard to learn on your ownWhat should you bring to your first lessonWhat is usually included and provided by a schoolA general overview of what is included in your first lessonAnd much more. Signup for our online coaching: https://winglifepodcast.com/online-wing-foil-coaching★ Support this podcast ★

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Episode #58 - Xavi Corr

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2024/07/03

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 7Entering 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 travelThe mental aspect of competing Staying motivated and determined to improve and push boundariesMaintain fitness and prevent injuriesBeing

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34:28

Wing Life Show #3 - Wing Foil Safety and Wind Basics

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2024/06/28

On this episode, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about:The importance of prioritizing safetyHighlight some commonly used safety equipmentWhy you should pace yourself and take breaks when learningWhy you should familiarize yourself with and test out your safety gearImportance of learning how to check forecasts Importance of building your wind knowledge (Ie. What does 10 knots look like on the water? What does a squall line look like?And much moreAre you struggling? Send us your clips and you might

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58:28

Episode #57 - Joe Knapton

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2024/06/26

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(00:00) - - Introduction and Background (02:59) - - The Early Days of Flymount (09:14) - - The Importance of Video Footage in Action Sports (15:52) - - The Supportive Action Sports Community (28:45) - - Designing Secure Camera Mounts (30:38) - - The Challenges of

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