Up On Foil

In this episode of the Upon Foiler Podcast, host Matt speaks with Ewan Jaspin, a passionate foiler and product designer at Nash. They discuss Ewan's journey from team rider to designer, the development of the Hatch V1 and V2 parawings, and the innovations that make the new model more user-friendly and performance-oriented. Ewan shares insights on the importance of usability for beginners and the design choices that enhance the overall foiling experience. In this engaging conversation, Ewan and Matt explore the intersection of personal life and the passion for foiling, discussing the intricacies of power wing design, usability, and market dynamics. They delve into the importance of material innovation, customer expectations, and the evolution of products in the parawinging space, emphasizing the need for quality and accessibility in the sport.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Connection

02:25 Ewan's Foiling Journey and Passion

05:22 Working with Nash and Product Development

11:29 The Hatch V1: Design and Improvements

18:32 The Hatch V2: Innovations and Features

29:05 Balancing Life and Passion

31:48 Understanding Bar Sizes and Usability

32:52 The Importance of Line Design

35:56 Innovative Materials in Parawings

40:58 Product Evolution and Market Dynamics

44:01 Navigating Customer Expectations

51:06 Design Choices and Perceived Value

54:54 Future Directions in Parawing Development

It has been a year since Gael stopped being on the Podcast - And he almost stopped being within the foiling bubble too. So I took the chance of listening what he has been up to!

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Chapters

00:00 Gael's Water Sports Journey Over the Past Year

08:35 Focus on Water Sports Content and Gear Reviews

13:00 Gael's App Development and Partnership

17:25 Wind Sports and Wing Foiling Progress

27:29 Transitioning from Scooter to Dock starting

34:07 Goals for Water Sports and Personal Challenges

44:16 Upcoming Water Sports Events and Industry Trends

It is that time of the year when Balz takes off his foil and puts on a fin - and he rocked! Join the show and listen to the charisma of Balz infecting everyone with watersportitits.

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Chapters

00:00 Balz Müller's journey into windsurfing

03:59 Overview of freestyle windsurfing competitions

05:59 How heats are judged and scored

07:55 Balz Müller's path to his first podium

10:09 Mental strategies and preparation

13:58 Conditions at the competition and their challenges

16:01 Evolution of freestyle tricks and techniques

17:58 Handling cramps and physical challenges

20:11 Planning and spontaneity in heats

22:01 The importance of creativity over consistency

23:58 Approach to move commitment and execution

25:59 Judging and scoring perceptions

27:54 Performance in the final heats

29:56 The significance of podium finishes

32:49 The industry and support for water sports

35:04 Balz Müller's future projects and goals

37:56 Reflections on the competition and personal growth

40:04 Post-competition plans and next steps

I met Roman as host of the Freefoil Summit in Austria. It is incredible, how much voluntary and unpaid work he puts in his passion. In the episode, we talked about how and why a Pumpfoil club is needed and how they managed to finance a 30k dockstart boat. We also relived the Freefoil Summit that took place a couple of weeks ago.

Have you ever freefoiled? Check out https://freefoil10k.com/

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Chapters

00:00 The Birth of a Pump Foil Club

19:47 Growth and Challenges of the Club

30:42 Advice for Aspiring Club Founders

34:00 The Free Foil Event: Planning and Execution

40:12 Organizing Challenges: Safety and Logistics

45:57 Experiencing the 10K Challenge

49:45 Exploring Weissensee: A New Perspective on Freefoiling

54:16 The Impact of Beta Foil on Pump Foiling

57:59 Trusting the Process: Overcoming Fears in Freefoiling

I got Théo's contact after the intro of the Podcast with Stan Keusch, where I got to fly a tandem paraglider for the first time. Théo is the man behind Flysurfers POW and their double skin ZAP and we talked about the development and the process of making a parawing. Thanks to Jens of the Foilsessions App for supporting the show.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Foiling and Théo's Background

02:52 The Challenges of R&D in Kite Design

05:54 Théo's Journey with Fly Surfer

09:01 The Development of the Parawing

15:02 The R&D Process: Balancing Theory and Practice

27:04 The Evolution from POW to POW2

40:06 Double Skin vs. Single Skin Parawings

52:13 Transitioning from Parawinging to Wing Foiling

56:43 Understanding Wing Design and Performance

01:06:41 Revisiting Kiting: Recommendations for Returning Riders

The first chat I had with Sam was phenomenal. We had a video call while he was on a JetSki testing stuff. In this episode, Sam from PPC Foiling shares insights into the development of their innovative double skin parawing, testing in diverse conditions, and the company's approach to product design and growth. Discover how they balance performance, cost, and user experience in the fast-evolving sport of foiling.

Thanks to Jens of the Foilsessions App for supporting the show. Get your Foiling App here: https://foilsessions.app

Thanks to the team around SurfEars for their commitment. Get yours here: https://6cZKVD.short.gy/surfears

Thank you for helping me out and get some hidden episodes: patreon.com/UpOnFoil Check out my Website: www.uponfoil.com

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Company Structure

07:50 Design Challenges and Prototyping

10:45 Comparative Analysis of Single and Dual Skin Wings

16:29 Testing Methodologies and Real-World Applications

19:40 Future Prospects and Market Positioning

34:54 Product Specifications and Performance

47:18 The Evolution of Wing Design

55:33 Racing Insights and Market Positioning

The chat with Devon aka @WakeThief was planned for almost a year and highly anticipated. I'm glad it finally happened. And it makes a lot of sense: Devon was working on an affordable pump set up for beginners.

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Thanks to Jens of the Foilsessions App for supporting the show. Get your Foiling App here: https://foilsessions.app Share a session in June and win an Apple Watch!

Thanks to the team around SurfEars for their commitment. Get yours here: https://6cZKVD.short.gy/surfears

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Chapters

00:00 The Evolution of Wake Thief and New Innovations

06:04 The Role of Handles in Foiling

08:35 Learning to Foil: Tips and Techniques

14:23 Collaboration and Design Process of New Foils

22:29 Cost Considerations in Foil Design

25:24 Testing and Iteration in Product Development

34:37 Inspiration and the Journey of Pump Foiling

43:08 Embracing Change in the Sport

46:51 The Journey of Free Foiling

53:47 Experiences from the Free Foil Summit

58:50 Endurance and Technique in Foiling

01:04:12 Community and Challenges in Foiling

In this episode, Dmitry Evseev shares his extensive experience in foiling, parawing racing, and his adventures from Mauritius to Lake Garda. Discover insights on equipment choices, race formats, and tips for improving your foiling skills.

We deep dive into the last Parawing Race in Cabarete in the Dominican Republic and he revealed which parawing is currently the best for going upwind…

Thanks to Jens of the Foilsessions App for supporting the show. Get your Foiling App here: https://foilsessions.app Share a session in June and win an Apple Watch!

Thanks to the team around SurfEars for their commitment. Get yours here: https://6cZKVD.short.gy/surfears

Thank you for helping me out and get some hidden episodes: patreon.com/UpOnFoil

Check out my Website: www.uponfoil.com

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Dmitry Evseev

03:31 Dock Starting Challenges

05:56 Racing in Cabarete

33:51 Life in Mauritius: Foiling School and Business

35:23 The Evolution of Foiling: Gear and Techniques

53:24 Mauritius: A Foiler's Paradise

59:09 The Importance of Competition and Community

In this episode, Rou Chater shares insights into the world of water sports, media, and product testing, highlighting the importance of honesty, time management, and industry trends. Discover how a passion for foiling and content creation shapes his diverse career and lifestyle.

Chapters

00:00 Turning 50 and Life Changes

09:41 Tonic Magazine and Team Dynamics

12:41 Reviewing Equipment: Insights and Strategies

18:43 Navigating the Industry and Brand Relationships

21:41 The Evolution of Foiling and Equipment

32:55 The Importance of Gear in Wing Sports

36:13 The Journey of Podcasting: From Injury to Inspiration

39:31 The Evolution of Podcasting: Challenges and Changes

46:05 The Digital vs. Print Debate: The Future of Magazines

55:29 Challenges and Opportunities

You've probably seen an ad for the Wing Foil Tricktionnary on your Youtube or Instagram... When it started to pop up on my socials, I decided to take a closer look and got the chance to talk to Michi Rossmeier, the creator and editor of the biggest base of knowledge about wing foiling.

Check out his website: https://www.tricktionary.com/en/wingfoil/wing-tricktionary-wingboarding-wingsurfing-wingfoiling-book

Thanks to Jens of the Foilsessions App for supporting the show. Get your Foiling App here: https://foilsessions.app Share a session in June and win an Apple Watch!

Thanks to the team around SurfEars for their commitment. Get yours here: https://6cZKVD.short.gy/surfears

Thank you for helping me out and get some hidden episodes: patreon.com/UpOnFoil Check out my Website: www.uponfoil.com

Chapters

00:00 Intro

02:56 Michael's Journey in Windsurfing and Freestyle

08:48 The Tricktionary Series: A Comprehensive Guide to Water Sports

12:11 The Evolution of Wing Foiling and Its Community

15:11 Coaching and Supporting the Next Generation of Riders

17:52 The Challenges of Publishing and Gear Development

21:02 The Future of Foiling and Learning Resources

30:51 Mastering the Art of Wing Foiling

35:51 The Comprehensive Guidebook for Beginners

39:19 Understanding Common Mistakes in Wing Foiling

44:04 The Challenges of Book Production

49:42 The Future of Wing Foiling and New Tricks