Up On Foil

On the other side of the world, in french Polynesia - Tahiti, foilers are frothing and have a phenomenal playground.

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In this episode, we learn about Manutea's journey in water sports, his experiences with foiling, and the vibrant foiling community in Tahiti. Manutea shares insights about the challenges of long-distance foiling, safety measures, and the upcoming Tahitian Foil Festival. We also touch on sustainable tourism through Mahana Retreat, where Manutea offers sailing cruises around French Polynesia. The conversation highlights the beauty of Tahiti, the thrill of foiling, and the importance of community and safety in water sports.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:52 Foiling Journey and Experiences

05:36 Transition to SUP Foiling

08:28 Community and Events in Tahiti

14:01 Safety and Regulations in Foiling

18:38 Tahiti Foil Festival and Future Plans

27:23 Navigating the Pacific: Safety and Adventure

30:52 Mahana Retreat: Sailing and Sustainability

35:36 Life as a Captain: Balancing Work and Passion

37:29 Eco-Friendly Tourism: Preserving Paradise

39:54 Tips for New Captains: Navigating Challenges

43:23 Memorable Stories from the Sea

47:37 Future Adventures: Plans and Aspirations

Before you listen to this, watch Josh's film "The Strait Path" on Youtube

Josh's Channel: @joshku1990

Josh's Instagram: @joshku

Dane Wilson's Instagram: @dane___wilson

In this episode, we talk about how this adventure crossing the Bali Strait from Bali to Java. A relatively long, but safe run turned into a scary adventure.

Here the stats: crossing 92km, 4h25, lost from boat 1.34h

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Chapters

00:00 Intro

05:10 Planning and Financing the Crossing

08:01 Sponsorship and Community Support

13:34 The Gamble of the weather

14:57 Investing in Yourself

17:16 Overcoming Challenges and Ego

18:45 Planning the Filming Process

23:02 Crossing the Channel: Preparation and Execution

27:47 Equipment Choices and Risks

32:19 Navigating Challenges During the Crossing

39:41 Lost at Sea: A Fight for Survival

45:41 Navigating the Unknown: The Role of Technology

51:14 The Reunion: Finding Safety

52:52 Surfing the Big Waves: The Challenge Ahead

59:14 The Film Premiere: Sharing the Experience

01:04:05 Looking Ahead: Future Projects and Goals

In this episode of Up on Foil, the creators of the Foil Motion app, which tracks foiling sessions share their personal journeys into foiling, the challenges of app development, and the importance of tracking progress in water sports. The conversation delves into the technical aspects of data collection and analysis, the app's capabilities, and future features. Sascha discusses the risks of leaving a stable job to pursue his passion for app development, while Jörg shares insights on their business strategy and user engagement.

This is the link to the foilmotion app https://apps.apple.com/ch/app/foil-wing-surf-foilmotion/id6737276093?l=de-DE

That's their Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foilmotion/

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Foiling and the App

00:46 Personal Foil Stories and Backgrounds

10:38 The Importance of Tracking Progress in Pump Foiling

14:42 Challenges in App Development and Transitioning Careers

20:58 Expanding the App's Capabilities to Other Sports

26:00 Understanding Pumping Dynamics in Foiling

29:45 The Role of Technology in Foiling

35:48 Challenges in App Functionality and User Experience

40:45 Future Features and Community Engagement

47:07 Taking Risks in Entrepreneurship

Look, there was another episode planned for this week. But the SFT just finished up at the BOOT in Düsseldorf and a big part of the Swiss team was going home. Yes, this episode is a bit wild and different to the other ones but I still hope, you can enjoy it.

As they had nothing to do, they were happy to talk about what happened those last 3 days.

If you're not familiar with the voices. Everyone on the bus except for Matheo and Sarah have been on this show already:

Balz Müller, Kathrin Kolo, Christian Müller, Michi Näf, Rob von Roll.

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The start into this episode was epic! After I changed my pants we talked about Stan Keusch's life in sports and how he makes high performance bars and safety release systems. Stan also talks about his involvement in Flysurfers Parawing and the Levitaz foils.

Check out stans website: https://skshapes.com

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Foiling helped Jason to sustain his business: Burton Outdoor Adventures and after a chat with people in the foiling industry he decided to organize a foiling festival: @AtlantaFoilFest

In this chat Jason tells his story into watersports and what it takes to organize such an event. He also talks about why it is worth taking a week of vacation and come to Atlanta for the event.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Jason Burton and BOA

03:01 The Journey from Education to Outdoor Adventures

06:06 The Birth of the Atlanta Foil Fest

09:03 The Evolution of Foiling and Business Growth

11:53 Exploring Lake Lanier: A Foiler's Paradise

15:02 Community and Events in the Foiling World

18:04 Challenges and Triumphs in Foiling

20:49 The Future of Foiling and Outdoor Adventures

24:31 Seasonal Changes and Lake Conditions

27:47 Teaching Kids to Foil

30:51 Foiling's Impact on Business

31:10 The Role of Foiling in Personal Growth

39:11 Innovations in Foiling Equipment

40:25 The Future of Foiling Events

47:27 Stability and Design of the Dock

50:08 Excitement for Foiling and Community Engagement

52:03 Planning for the Next Atlanta Foil Fest

58:43 Innovations and Family-Friendly Activities at the Event

01:01:36 Promoting Local Attractions and Tourism

01:05:01 The Health Benefits of Foiling and Longevity

Dani has been on the water ever since he was a little boy and had a steady job as a carpenter. Out of necessity after burning out he slowly began to build what is now an amazing watersport center at Lake Thun. The flagship is their 300k electric wakesurf boat that I was allowed to use a couple of weeks ago. Watersport centers are amazing as guests - how does it look from the other side though? Thank you Dani for sharing your story! Follow @honuthunersee on Instagram (@honuthunersee)

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Chapters

00:00 The Journey Begins: From Windsurfing to Water Sports Center

03:08 Building Honu: The Birth of a Water Sports Center

06:00 The Evolution of Stand-Up Paddling

08:51 Racing and Community: The Stand-Up Paddling Scene

12:01 Overcoming Challenges: Health and Career Transitions

14:55 Navigating Regulations: The Business of Water Sports

18:11 Growing the Business: From Stand-Up Paddling to Foiling

20:59 The Future of Honu: Expanding Horizons

23:48 Community Engagement: Kids and Water Sports

27:01 The Road Ahead: Challenges and Opportunities

35:16 Business Evolution and Growth Strategies

40:26 Challenges in Hiring and Team Development

46:32 Innovative Ventures: The Electric Wakeboat

53:30 Resilience After Adversity: The Fire Incident

01:01:32 Future Plans and Community Engagement

This is a bonus episode for everyone who is in the chase of christmas presents or who is in the kitchen preparing a feast - or even better - is on his or her way to a nice downwinder parawing session or a short pump foiling event before meeting the in-laws. Enjoy! If you like this show or my efforts, think about buying me a cup of coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/rxxtq9j5fjc

This is a run down of the events of the first year of the @Surffoilworldtour 2025. We talked about all the events, the good stuff, and what he wants to improve during the next year..

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Chapters

00:00 The SFT's Inaugural Year

02:40 Highlights from the Düsseldorf Event

05:52 Exploring the Pensacola Experience

15:12 The Cape Verde Surf Foil Event

19:14 Challenges at the Leucate Event

26:44 Sicily's Unique Water Experience

30:14 The Atlanta Foil Fest: A New Beginning

31:27 The Growth of Foiling Events

32:27 Lake Garda: A Foiling Paradise

39:09 Innovations in Event Organization

43:28 Abu Dhabi: The Grand Finale

48:49 Highlighting Key Disciplines

50:24 Looking Ahead: Yes a Parawing Event

57:20 The Rise of Power Winging

Paul was definitely on my bucket list. He indirectly helped me to get better in that downwinding game more quickly. It was a pleasure to get to know him and talk to him about the challenges and the beauty of inventing a new foiling category.

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Watch the FD Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qWPRlOjPluI

Summary

In this episode of the Up on Foiler podcast, host Matt interviews Paul Martin, the founder of Foil Drive. They discuss the evolution of the Foil Drive product, the challenges of running a growing business, and the importance of customer feedback. Paul shares insights into the dynamics of his team, the development of new products, and the significance of maintaining a strong company culture. The conversation also touches on the competitive landscape of the foiling industry and the personal experiences that drive Paul's passion for water sports.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Foil Drive and Paul Martin

04:32 The Evolution of Foil Drive

10:25 Design Principles and Product Development

15:45 Unlocking the Potential of Foil Drive

20:33 Customer Feedback and Brand Recognition

24:50 The Purpose Behind Product Development

27:39 Challenges of Product Complexity

32:15 Learning from Past Mistakes

35:58 The Importance of Packaging

38:04 Transitioning Leadership for Innovation

40:39 Current Water Sports Practices

43:30 Reflections on Competitors and Industry Trends

We knew he was fast - but now he has proof. Edan has become the first SFT world champion and tells us his story while fighting mosquitoes on a warm evening in Bali.

Follow Edan on Instagram: @edan.fndr ...and me for that matter (@mattonfoil), as I try to beat Nico ( @hoppline ) to 2500 followers.

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Summary

In this episode, Edan Fiander, the fastest pump foiler in the world, shares his journey into the sport, his experiences in various competitions, and the importance of community and training. He discusses the challenges of using straps, his transition to Lift gear, and his aspirations for the future, including the potential for pump foiling in the Olympics. Edan emphasizes the growth of foiling as a sport and encourages listeners to enjoy the evolution of gear and the sport itself.

Chapters

00:00 Edan's Journey into Pump Foiling

05:33 Training and Community in Pump Foiling

08:21 The Importance of Straps in Pump Foiling

10:56 Edan's Competitive Year Overview

13:45 Düsseldorf Event Experience

16:25 Florida Competition Insights

18:05 Challenges Faced in Leucate

20:46 Sicily Event and Its Atmosphere

23:34 Atlanta Foil Fest and Mental Focus

26:28 Lake Garda Event and Time Trials

31:05 Strategic Approaches to Pump Foiling

32:19 Experiences from International Competitions

33:24 The Journey of a World Champion

35:36 Financial Aspects of Competitive Foiling

36:31 Training Tips for Aspiring Foilers

39:50 Transitioning Brands: From Cabrinha to @LiftFoils

42:02 The Evolution of Foiling Gear

43:56 Challenges in Competition: No Straps Allowed

45:27 Long Distance Challenges in Foiling

47:19 Personal Insights on Pump Foiling Techniques

49:59 Exploring Other Foiling Disciplines

54:35 Future Aspirations in Foiling

58:16 The Olympic Dream for Foiling Sports