We’re thrilled to kick off our new role as the official podcast of the Surf Foil World Tour (SFT)! In this episode, we sit down with Jørgen Vogt and Tom Hartmann, the masterminds behind the SFT, a groundbreaking world tour for non-wind-powered foiling disciplines. From its roots in the GKA (Kite World Tour) and GWA (Wing Foil World Tour) to embracing pump foiling, surf foiling, and more, Jørgen and Tom share how the SFT is uniting passionate amateurs and pros alike, fostering a vibrant foiling community. This chat dives into the tour’s grassroots vibe and big ambitions.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• SFT’s Origin Story: How a 2019 Cape Town car chat sparked a new tour, building on Jørgen’s GKA success and Tom’s windsurf tour experience.
• Five Core Disciplines: Pump foiling, surf foiling, downwind foiling, e-foiling, and wake foiling—accessible sports for lake lovers, yacht owners, and wave chasers.
• Grassroots Appeal: Why the SFT’s Pro-Am approach welcomes enthusiasts, not just pros, fostering friendships and community at events like Pensacola and Sicily.
• Global Growth: From Düsseldorf’s indoor World Cup to North America’s rising demand, with the Atlanta Foil Fast World Cup (June 13-15, 2025) on the horizon.
• Event Challenges: Navigating financial hurdles and explaining niche foiling to sponsors, unlike the established GKA and GWA tours.
• Jørgen & Tom’s Partnership: A chance meeting at a Mauritius Kite World Cup party led to a dynamic duo driving foiling’s future.
• Community Impact: How SFT events, like Sicily’s Water Experience, invite newcomers to try foiling, sparking passion across generations.

Check out the SFT at https://www.surffoilworldtour.com/ for event schedules and details. Join the foiling community and catch the Atlanta Foil Fest World Cup vibe!