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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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00:25:21

Case 55 - Ever Evolving: KT Lineup with Keith Teboul

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/11/07

In Case 55, Walt and I sit down with Keith Teboul for a super insightful chat about the current KT lineup and what’s on the horizon. Keith needs no intro, but this time we skip the history lesson and get right into what’s relevant now—from refinements across the range to the new shapes and design philosophies driving KT forward.We talk about how performance goals, materials, and feel all come together in the shaping bay, and how Keith keeps evolving his boards to match the fast-moving foiling and

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00:46:39

Case 54: The Frigate Formula -Test Pilot and Designer...

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/10/28

In Case 54, Walt and I were lucky enough to steal a bit of time from Nicolas Caillou, the designer of the F-One Frigate Parawing. Nicolas has a seriously deep background — he’s the founder of ZEEKO, a PhD in mathematical modeling, and a rider who actually pushes the limits of the products he designs. Where most brands need both a test pilot and an engineer, Nicolas is both.We focus this chat on the F-One Frigate, its development, and what makes it stand out in the growing parawing world. But

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00:56:30

Case #53 – Access Denied: The Tunnel 4 Shutdown

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/10/21

In Case 53, Walt and I sit down with Magnito from the Gorge to talk about a major change in the Downwind foiling scene — the shutdown of Tunnel 4 parking, the iconic access point for one of the most beloved shuttle runs in the area.For years, Tunnel 4 has been a gateway for countless downwinders visiting the Gorge, but with this closure, we ask the big questions:💭 Will this change how visitors experience the Gorge?💭 Could it spark a stronger community push to preserve access and establish more

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01:07:37

Case #52: Hitting the Bullseye: Frank Foilboards’...

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/10/16

Walt catches up with Frank Foilboards right in the shaping bay for a chat about his latest creations — the Mini Dart and the Dart. These new designs are the result of a collaboration with Axis, aimed at building a Parawing-friendly mid-length that also crosses over beautifully into wing and prone foiling.Walt was one of the main testers on this project, helping refine the board before it went straight into full production for the lineup. They get deep into the design process — how the mid-length

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00:33:45

Case #51 – Josh Who? Josh Ku! From Uluwatu to G-Land

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/10/10

Set up in the van at AWSI, Walt and I sit down with Josh Ku to talk about his upcoming film documenting his Uluwatu-to-G-Land crossing in Bali—a bold mission that turns pretty dicey at one point, and trust us, you’ll want to hear the story. The project, filmed by Dane Wilson (not Dan!), aims to show where surfing has come from and how many new forms of surfing have emerged through today’s dynamic foil scene. Keep and Eye out for the release to watch it yourself. We accidentally get into foil and

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01:04:31

Case #50: Small Brand, Big Spray: Hydrocraft with...

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/10/03

For our Half Hundredth episode, Walt and I sit down with Matt Elsasser, co-founder of Hydrocraft Systems, a new foil company stepping into the space. Matt needs no introduction to the foil world—his riding and design chops are well-known—but launching a brand in 2025? That’s a whole different challenge.Matt jokes, “I don’t think people are waking up in the morning saying, ‘aww man, I need a new foil company.’” He might be right, but he is wrong! Once Hydrocraft drops their first lineup, people will

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00:35:25

Case #49: Powered Up: Mr. Bennetts Brings the Flux*

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/09/29

In Case 49, Walt and I sit down with Adam Bennetts from FliteLab to dive into the highly anticipated Flux foil range. Bennetts’ unique and powerful surf style really shines through in this lineup—and you can feel it the moment you step on the foil.We chat about his design input, the development journey, and what makes Flux foils stand out in terms of pitch stability, performance, and feel in the surf. There’s plenty of geek-out talk here: power wings, gear preferences, the unique conditions of the

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01:07:44

Case #48: The F4 Orca Story:Carbon Addicts Anonymous...

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/09/22

In Case 48, Walt and I catch up with Chris Radkowski, the designer behind F4 Foils. While Walt was in Maui, he picked up a setup from Guido and could not stop raving about the new Orca line for downwind—so of course, I had to try it too. Spoiler: they did not disappoint.What makes F4 stand out is that they’re not afraid to throw carbon at an idea. Constantly reviewing designs, experimenting with different stiffness layups, and fine-tuning wing concepts, they landed on something special with the

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00:34:05

Case #47 – Codependency Issues: Falling for Code...

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/09/12

The X-Foils Podcast: Case #47 – Codependency Issues: Falling for Code Foils with Ben TardrewWalt (the unofficial cohost) and I sit down with Ben Tardrew—one of the brains behind Code Foils and a serious ripper on the water. Fresh off testing some of the new Code range, we kick back for a relaxed chat about how these designs have evolved and where they’re headed.We reminisce about how Code has shaped our foiling game over the last two years and look ahead at the highly anticipated Code X Series

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01:34:59

Case #46: Double the Podcasts, Double the Nonsense...

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/09/09

In Case 46, Liam and Freddy finally tricked us into joining them for a collab. Why? Because sometimes two podcasts are better than one… or at least twice as confusing.We sit down after AWSI to unpack the event, talk gear we drooled over, rides we may or may not have sent, and sprinkle in some top-tier foil nerding. Both of us have been talking to guests and putting out some (very little) content on the socials , so now you get the “director’s cut” chaos in one episode.Oh, and we even give you a

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00:21:01

Case #45 – Weekend Madness & Foil Nerding

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/09/02

In this episode, Walt, Arland, and I take a quick breather after a wild weekend of non-stop sessions—Monday was lit, and our brains are still fried from all the stoke.We chat about some of the new foils we tried, a little bit about the scene, and honestly… this podcast is pure bonus content. Nobody needs this, but here you go!Oh, and heads up—we’re heading to the event site to make and hand out food. Swing by and say hi!This is sponsored by ME, Kite Puerto Rico and the N1 Surf Shop.Small frothy

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00:57:08

Case #44 - Pre AWSI. Foils, Boards & Maui Stories...

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/08/31

In Case 44, Walt and I finally get back on the mic after a few weeks without our regular froth calls—and let’s just say, he had a lot to say. He breaks down his trip to Maui, including the new foils he unexpectedly fell in love with and the Frank Foilboards he’s been testing.Meanwhile, I’ve been putting in three solid sessions on the FLITELab AMP board, and I’m fired up to bring it to the Gorge and really put it through its paces. We also chat about the upcoming AWSI, which is shaping up to be one

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01:31:31

Case #43- Basement Stories, Parawing Theories & A...

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/08/20

In Case 43, Roy and Mickey are back—two names well-known not just on the podcast, but in the foiling scene, period. Fresh off a two-week trip to the Gorge, they join me to talk about linking up with the crew at The Basement, scoring some classic Rufus runs, and sharing their stoke.This one’s packed with stories, plenty of laughs, and more than a little trash talk—strictly for your entertainment.For Mickey, it’s been a while—he hasn’t been on the podcast since the Parawing craze took over. As Puerto

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00:49:45

Case #42 The BRM Double Skin Paia with Greg

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/07/23

Greg from BRM is back on the mic to share the details behind his latest creation: the Paia, and his take on a double-skin Parawing designed for riders chasing higher performance. We dig into what this means in real use—how does a wing with more structure and material hold up when it comes to relaunch, packability, and real-world versatility?Greg breaks down the thinking behind this new design and where it fits into BRM’s growing Parawing lineup.And yes—he said this is his favorite podcast.Follow

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01:24:56

Case #41 – Parawing Buyer's Guide with Walt & Bowen...

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/07/17

In Case 41: Walt ( your favorite unofficial Co-Host) and I sit down with Bowen Dwelle, author of The Inertia’s Best Parawing of 2025. This episode is all about helping you make smart decisions if you’re thinking about getting into Parawing or upgrading your current setup.We talk about the wings Bowen tested, the gear he’s loving, and what makes a good Parawing for different kinds of riders. It's a fun, honest chat packed with useful insights—and a great listen if you're trying to figure out

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00:24:00

Case #40 – Safety Third: Do as we say not as we do

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/07/06

In this short but important episode, we talk about basic water safety so you can be better prepared the next time you head out. From bringing a buddy, carrying a phone, packing a tourniquet, to wearing a vest or flotation and even a helmet—these are simple things that could make a huge difference if something goes wrong. And yes, I mean PFD not a PDF. Dont take a document with you as a safety measure that would be silly and dyslexic! We’re not trying to kill the vibe—just sharing a few things we

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01:31:59

Case #39 – Hood Trip, Parawings & Foil Trends with Walt

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/06/27

The X-Foils Podcast: Case #39 – Hood Trips, Parawings & Foil Trends with Walt In this long-overdue episode, Walt and I finally carve out some time to feed our starving audience and catch up on all things foiling. We break down our latest Hood River adventures, geek out on Parawings, chat about stashbelts, boards, foils, and the trends we’re chasing to stay ahead of the curve.This is a classic, free-flowing foil talk you won’t want to miss—just two friends dissecting the gear, ideas, and stoke

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01:11:47

Case #38 – Maxime from Shaka Vibes Cancun

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/06/09

In this episode, I sit down with Maxime from Shaka Vibes Cancun—a driving force in the Mexican foiling scene. We dive into his foil adventures, from long-distance missions to big air wins jumping over 25m, and share stories from both sides of the Caribbean.We talk about building schools and communities, giving solid advice to up-and-coming riders, and how we both juggle running shops while still chasing progression across all foil disciplines. Maxime and I live very parallel lives, and it shows in

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00:48:37

Case #37 – Audrey Meyer - Wing Fest and Cabarete...

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/05/08

In this episode, we reconnect with Audrey Meyer from Cabarete—an all-around waterwoman and host of the upcoming Cabarete Wing Fest, happening June 19th.Audrey shares her journey through the world of watersports, from teaching windsurfing, to getting hooked on kiting in the early days, and building a life around wind, waves, and community. We chat about what makes Cabarete so unique, and how events like Wing Fest are bringing the next generation of riders together. To highlight Cabarete's unique

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01:43:22

Case #36: FLITELab* Exclusive with Chris Senior...

The X-Foils Podcast ·

2025/05/03

Everyhting you want to know about FLITELab* is here:In this exclusive episode, we sit down with Chris Reynolds, Founder and Senior Product Manager of FLITELab*, to dive deep into the making of the AMP board—Flite's new high-performance foil assist system that’s shaking up the scene.Chris walks us through the development journey, the engineering challenges, and the high standards the team held themselves to in order to deliver a product that’s not just innovative, but one that performs where it

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