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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

36:10

Episode #116 - Sascha Lange

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2025/11/19

This episode is brought to you by Villa Carina Apartments in beautiful Bonaire. In this episode, we sit down with Sascha Lange, the 41-year-old German windsurf coach, personal trainer, and author of the brand-new wind bible called "Never Not Windsurfing – Defeat Age & Keep the Stoke Alive". Fresh off a one-year writing marathon (and still hand-packing and shipping every single copy himself), Sascha joins us to talk about why he poured his soul into the ultimate fitness and longevity

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30:53

Episode #115 - Bjorn Dunkerbeck

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2025/11/13

This episode is brought to you by Villa Carina Apartments in beautiful Bonaire. In this episode, we sit down with Björn Dunkerbeck, the 56-year-old windsurfing legend with 42 PWA World Titles (more than any athlete in any sport), 32+ years with Red Bull, and a personal best of 103.68 km/h over 500 m. Fresh off double-hip surgery and pain-free for the first time in years, Björn joins Luc from Lüderitz, Namibia, where he’s chasing the outright windsurf speed world record during the month-long

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50:33

Episode #114 - Dane Wilson & Josh Ku

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2025/11/06

This episode is brought to you by Villa Carina Apartments in beautiful Bonaire. Note: Tech Glitch -- My Audio is not the cleanest, Sorry! Guests came out great. (Luckily I don't talk a lot!) In this episode, we catch up with Josh Ku and Dane Wilson, accomplished foilers, surfers, and creatives pushing the boundaries of ocean adventures. Joining Luc from their respective locations amid busy travel schedules, Josh and Dane recount their daring foil crossing from Uluwatu in Bali to the iconic

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Episode #113 - Jake Kelsick

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2025/10/29

This episode is brought to you by Villa Carina Apartments in beautiful Bonaire. In this episode, we catch up with Jake Kelsick, a seasoned kitesurfer, wing foiler, and content creator from the beautiful island of Antigua. Joining Luc from his island paradise, Jake shares his lifelong passion for water sports, his journey from early kiting days to running a successful school, and the evolution of foiling in a tropical haven. From epic adventures in Bora Bora to dissecting ideal setups for

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41:37

Episode #112 - Kiran Verma

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2025/10/22

This episode is brought to you by Villa Carina Apartments in beautiful Bonaire. In this episode, we catch up with Kiran Verma, a passionate pro wing foiler and content creator from Australia's Sunshine Coast. Joining Luc from across the globe, Kiran shares his inspiring journey into the sport at age 37, his recent switch to North gear, and the highs of pushing limits in a rapidly evolving industry. From mastering foil slides to dissecting his favorite setups, Kiran offers an honest look at

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33:08

Gear Review Show #1 with Matt Kaufmann - Parawings

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2025/10/15

This episode is brought to you by Villa Carina Apartments in beautiful Bonaire. In this episode, we dive into the world of parawings with Matt On Foil, a dedicated watersports enthusiast and content creator from Switzerland. Broadcasting from opposite sides of the globe, Matt joins us to share his meticulous testing process, honest reviews, and insights from the hyper-competitive watersports industry. From the F-One Frigate to the Gong Lowkite Plus, Matt walks us through his comprehensive

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37:34

Surf Foil World Tour (SFT) Show #4: Recap of the Pump...

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2025/10/08

This episode is brought to you by Villa Carina Apartments in beautiful Bonaire. In this episode, we sit down with Tom Hartmann and Nico Hopp of Hoppline to dive into the exhilarating world of pump foiling at Lake Traunsee, Upper Austria. Broadcasting from their respective homes, Tom and Nico share their passion for this rapidly growing sport, the vibrant community, and the unique vibe of the SFT.- Lake Traunsee Triumph: Tom and Nico recap the SFT event at Lake Traunsee, a stunning venue

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29:08

Wing Foil World Tour (GWA) Show Episode #13 - Gran...

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2025/10/02

This episode is brought to you by Villa Carina Apartments in beautiful Bonaire. In this exciting episode, we sit down with Benji, the newly crowned wing foiling world champion, and Tom Hartmann, to discuss Benji’s incredible rise in the sport. Broadcasting from different corners of the world, we dive into Benji’s journey, the evolution of wing foiling, and the vibrant community pushing the sport to new heights.From Rookie to Champion: Benji shares his meteoric rise to the 2025 world title

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53:40

Episode #111 - Jon Mann

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2025/09/24

This episode is brought to you by Villa Carina Apartments in beautiful Bonaire. In this episode, we catch up with Jon, a passionate downwind foiler from the Netherlands, whose methodical approach to mastering the sport has taken him from kite foiling to SUP downwinding. Broadcasting from opposite sides of the globe, we dive into Jon’s journey, his love for problem-solving on the water, and his efforts to build a thriving downwind community.From Kite to SUP: Jon shares his evolution from

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49:19

Episode #110 - Annelous Lammerts & Maurits Haantjens

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2025/09/17

In this episode, we sit down with Annelous and Maurits, a dynamic couple whose love for wind, waves, and adventure has shaped their lives both on and off the water. Broadcasting from Maui, we dive into their inspiring journey, from meeting at Natural High Surfshop in the Netherlands to Annelous’ incredible bronze medal win in kite foiling at the Olympics.- Love at Second Sight: Annelous and Maurits share the story of their reconnection after years apart, sparked by a chance encounter during

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61:05

Episode #109 - Sam Pilgrim & Tom Court

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2025/09/10

In this episode, we sit down with Sam Pilgrim and Tom Court, two athletes pushing the boundaries of action sports, as they share their journey from mountain biking to wing foiling. Broadcasting from the UK, Sam, a renowned mountain biker and YouTube sensation, and Tom, a kiteboarding and wing foiling veteran, dive into their shared passion for shredding on land and water.Epic Wing Foiling Adventures: Sam and Tom recount their wild experiences, from snapping leashes in “Wing Foil Disaster”

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50:39

Episode #108 - Matt Lennert

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2025/09/03

In this episode, we reconnect with Matt Lennert, a dedicated waterman from Wilmington, North Carolina, as he dives into the exhilarating experience of foiling during Hurricane Erin. Broadcasting from the vibrant East Coast, Matt shares his adventures towing into massive swells, the growth of the local foiling scene, and his passion for teaching at NC Foil School.Hurricane Aaron Highlights: Matt recounts the thrill of towing into clean, 8-foot hurricane swells, sharing insights on the gear,

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Episode #107 - Brandon Scheid

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2025/08/27

In this episode, we catch up with Brandon, a passionate waterman from Hood River, Oregon, as he shares his journey with para-winging and life after a challenging accident. Broadcasting from the windy paradise of the Columbia River Gorge, Brandon dives into the evolving world of para-wings, his recovery, and the vibrant local foiling scene.Para-Wing Insights: Brandon breaks down his experiences with para-wings like the Ozone Pocket Rocket, FlySurfer Pow, and BRM Kanaha, discussing their

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38:33

Episode #106 - Matt Kaufmann

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2025/08/20

On this episode, we chat with Matt, host of the Up on Foil Podcast, sharing his passion for foiling from the breathtaking lakes of Silvaplana, Switzerland. Matt dives into his extensive testing of eight para-wings, offering practical insights for foilers of all levels, while reflecting on podcasting, local adventures, and the water sports community.Para-Wing Testing Breakdown: Matt reviews eight para-wings, including Ensis Roger V2, North Ranger, and Fly Surfer Pow, analyzing performance,

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Episode #105 - Robert Stehlik / Super Fly Wing and...

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2025/08/13

In this episode, we dive into an exciting conversation with Robert Stehlik, founder of Blue Planet Surf and a veteran waterman, fresh off the 2025 summer racing season in Hawaii. Robert shares his experiences from the Maui to Molokai (M2M) and Molokai to Oahu (M2O) races, spotlighting the debut of the innovative Super Fly wing and the game-changing retractable leash system. From intense downwind challenges to the evolution of water sports, this episode explores the thrill, strategy, and

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34:48

Episode #104 - Zara Rozeboom

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2025/08/07

On this episode, we chat with Zara Rozeboom, a driven young IQ Foiler from Curaçao now based in the Netherlands, chasing her Olympic dreams alongside her brother. From barefoot beach days in the Caribbean to mastering extreme winds in Europe, Zara opens up about her wind sports journey, the technical world of IQ Foiling, high-adrenaline races, and the family-fueled grind of elite training. She shares hilarious culture shocks, boundary-pushing sessions in 45-knot gales, and the mental edge

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52:37

Episode #103 - Steve Tobis

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2025/07/30

On this episode we catch up with Steve, a dedicated Maui-based foiler and race. Fresh off the summer racing season in Hawaii, Steve shares his firsthand experiences from high-stakes downwind foil races, gear tweaks, and the mental grit required to conquer challenging ocean channels. From hilarious mishaps to profound insights on personal growth in the sport, this conversation dives deep into the world of foiling, para-winging, and the evolving landscape of ocean racing. Whether you're a

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68:26

Episode #102 - The Windance Story

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2025/07/24

In this episode, we chat with the legends behind Windance, the iconic board shop in Hood River, Oregon, that’s been fueling wind sports for over four decades. We dive into the shop’s storied past with founder Brian Carlstrom, former owner Dave Nunn, and current owner Nick Caccavo, tracing its roots from the early windsurfing days on Maui to its pivotal role in the Columbia River Gorge’s vibrant scene. From gritty beginnings in a dynamite storage building to riding the waves of kiting, wing

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54:45

Surf Foil World Tour (SFT) Show #3: Recap of Foiling...

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2025/07/16

In this episode, we dive into the world of foiling with Tom Hartmann fresh from the 12th edition of Foiling Week at Lake Garda, Italy. Tom shares the thrill of hosting a groundbreaking event that brought together board sports and sailing under the banner of hydrofoiling. From orchestrating the first-ever downwind event on the lake to integrating pump foil and e-foil World Cups, Tom recounts the logistical challenges and epic moments of racing amidst the Alps’ stunning scenery. He also

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44:38

Episode #101 - Ranja Schlotte

Foil Life Podcast by SFT ·

2025/07/09

On this episode, we talk with Ranja Schlotte, a German athlete who rips down Alpine lines and carves Mauritius’ fiercest waves. From skiing at three to mastering kitesurfing on a family trip, Ranja’s hunger for adventure led to sponsorships with Slingshot, Alpina Sports, Meier Skis, Ride Engine and many more through relentless freestyle competitions. She reveals how she juggled a mathematics and economics Degree and a Degree in Software Engineering with chasing storms and snow, tests

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