Foil Life Podcast by SFT

Episode #66 - Steve Tobis


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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 races
  • The 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 unexpected situations.
  • Downwind foiling requires skill, experience, and the ability to adapt to changing conditions. Learning to foil is challenging but rewarding, with incremental success driving motivation.
  • Dry land training, including biking and weight training, is important for building physical strength and stamina in foiling.
  • Recovery strategies, such as stretching and using ice baths, can enhance performance and reduce strain on the body.
  • His favourite foods --- like chicken nuggets and french fries.
  • The advancements in wing design and materials, particularly with the new flash wings from ON Kiteboarding.
  • The new foiling disciplines like prone downwinding and his goals of riding bigger waves in the future.

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