Up On Foil

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First of all - This is not an add! I am genuinely interested: My brother in law had to have surgery because he suffered from surfer's ear. If you've never heard of it - lucky you. If you have cold ears (water and/or wind), the ear canal can close off and you can have very bad ear infections. There is only one thing: put something in your ear canal - like a plug or something. Chris had the same problem but was not happy with the regular ear plugs out there because you weren't able to hear well anymore - that's why he invented @SurfEars_official ear plugs with which you can actually hear.

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Chapters

00:00 The Problem of Surfer's Ear

03:25 The Journey to Creating Surf Ears

06:25 The Technology Behind Surf Ears

08:56 The Importance of Hearing in Water Sports

11:39 Addressing Common Concerns and Misconceptions

14:30 The Design and Fit of Surf Ears

17:24 Thoughts and Recommendations

21:51 Innovations in Ear Protection for Water Sports

24:00 The Journey of Surf Ears: From Concept to Market

33:37 Marketing a Health Product: Strategies and Insights

37:09 Product Range and Customer Education

40:41 Company Growth and Team Dynamics

42:47 Continuous Improvement: The Evolution of Surf Ears

45:58 Work-Life Balance: Surfing and Business

48:04 Community Engagement: Ear Checks and Awareness

She has won everything there is to win in Wing Foiling - and she is only 18 years old. Nia Suardiaz @niasuardiaz has been on the water ever since she was able to walk. A couple of years ago, she fell in love with wing foiling and started competing and is dominating the scene.

Summary In this episode of Uponfoil Nia shares her journey in wing foiling, her training regimen, and the challenges she faces in competitions. Nia discusses her achievements, favorite disciplines, and the importance of community and mentorship in the sport. She also touches on the future of wing foiling, her experiences with sponsorships, and her aspirations for the Olympics. The conversation highlights Nia's passion for the sport and her dedication to continuous improvement.

Thanks to Jens of the Foilsessions App for supporting the show.

Get your Foiling App here: https://foilsessions.app

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

Check out our Website: www.uponfoil.com

Nia's Instagram: @niasuardiaz

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Nia Suardias

05:14 Favorite Disciplines and Training for Waves

09:54 Gear Maintenance and Repairs

14:34 Future of Wing Foiling and Olympic Aspirations

17:40 Early Beginnings and Transition to Wing Foiling

20:50 Sponsorship and Career Development

24:08 Exploring Competition and Travel

27:54 Mental Coaching and Performance

31:01 The Future of Foiling Sports

34:29 Mental Pressure in Competitive Sports

38:35 Life Beyond Winging

40:17 Living in Tarifa vs. Other Locations

42:13 Community and Relationships in Foiling

43:58 The Impact of Olympic Inclusion

45:22 Brand Loyalty and Sponsorships

47:23 Traveling as a Professional Athlete

49:07 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

You've probably seen Foilbrained-branded shirts and caps. Either live or on Instagram. Corey and his team are going full throttle and spreading the stoke with awesome clothes all about foiling. There is something for every foiling discipline: Surf foiling, Wing foiling, pump foiling, parawinging, even the tow boogie.

Go check out their store on: https://foilbrained.com

And while you are on the internet... Thanks to Jens of the Foilsessions App for supporting the show. Get your Foiling App here: https://foilsessions.app

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

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Foil Brain and Corey Elward

02:21 Foiling Camps in Bali: Experiences and Insights

05:15 The Role of Community in Foiling

08:20 The Birth of Foil Brain: From Concept to Reality

10:47 Designing Foil Brain Merchandise

13:35 The Evolution of Foil Brain Products

16:34 The Boogie: A New Wave of Foiling

19:16 Challenges and Triumphs in Merchandise Production

21:22 Life at Sea: Tugboat Operations

24:03 The Foil Brand Journey

25:56 Foiling Camps: Building Community

28:30 Expanding the Foil Brand Product Line

30:16 Navigating Global Shipping Challenges

31:10 Foiling Techniques and Experiences

36:11 Collaborations and Community Support

What started as a Covid-experiment turned into something amazing. Katha and Raul are building eco-friendly Foilboards out of Agave stems which would be thrown away otherwise.

This is an awesome project and I highly recommend that you check them out: https://karaboards.com

Thanks to Jens of the Foilsessions App for supporting the show.

Get your Foiling App here: https://foilsessions.app

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

Check out our Website: www.uponfoil.com

Todd has so many stories to tell - but we tried to talk about foiling as much as possible.

But two nuggets: He was the first du stay up in the air (3 meters) for 1 Minute in a human powered flying device, he got the world record in speed on a bicycle (in the flat).

He is so focused on human powered devices and brought it to the water. In this episode, he talked about the invention of Freefoiling and the Beta Foil.

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

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

Check out our Website: www.uponfoil.com

Chapters

00:00 Intro and Human-Powered Aircraft and Innovations

05:27 The Journey to Betafoil

07:56 Challenges and Risk in Development

10:37 The Evolution of Foiling Techniques

13:05 Collaboration and Community in Foiling

15:38 Designing the Betafoil

18:13 Understanding Dual Mast vs. Single Mast Foils

35:09 Understanding Dual Mast Technology

38:26 The Challenges of Foiling on Different Waters

42:40 The Concept of Free Foiling

46:57 Getting Started with Free Foiling

51:17 The Future of Betafoil and Community Engagement

James Casey is prominent figure in the world of foiling and water sports.

In this episode, we discussed James's journey from surfing to stand-up paddleboarding and eventually to foiling. James shares insights into his coaching career, the challenges of managing a professional life in water sports, and his experiences in Fiji. The conversation also touches on his participation in races, his Guinness World Record for the longest distance on a foil, and the launch of the Downwind Foil World Tour, aimed at promoting the sport globally.

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

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

Check out our Website: www.uponfoil.com

Chapters

00:00 The Evolution of SUP Boards and Racing

07:20 Family Life and Water Sports: Balancing Act

11:00 Transitioning to Foiling: Challenges and Triumphs

14:45 Building a Career in Foiling and Coaching

18:08 Fiji Retreat: Work and Play in Paradise

24:34 Future Plans and Upcoming Events

27:57 The Coach Casey Program and Global Coaching Network

29:20 The Rise of Parawing and Its Impact

33:35 Teaching Techniques: Using Technology in Coaching

40:13 Racing Highlights: M2O and Personal Challenges

51:12 Launching the Downwind Foil World Tour

Andi said that he forgot to mention that people at the Gorge were super helpful and very welcoming.

That said - always ask locals when going to a new spot.

Summary

In this conversation, Matt and Andi discuss their foiling experiences at Lake Neuchâtel and Andi's trip to Hood River, comparing the unique conditions and challenges of each location. They delve into the community aspect of foiling events, the intricacies of downwinding, and the transition to winter sports, including custom snowboard crafting. The dialogue highlights the addictive nature of foiling and the joy of sharing these experiences with fellow enthusiasts.

Thanks to Jens of the Foilsessions App for supporting the show.

Get your Foiling App here: https://foilsessions.app

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

Check out our Website: www.uponfoil.com

Chapters

00:00 Lake Neuchâtel: A Unique Foiling Experience

02:39 Gear Talk: Choosing the Right Equipment for Foiling

05:19 Hood River: Consistency and Conditions for Foiling

07:50 Learning Curve: Progressing in Foiling Skills

10:30 Comparing Locations: Lake Neuchâtel vs. Hood River

13:29 Logistics of Foiling: Transportation and Access

16:02 Crowds and Conditions: Navigating Popular Foiling Spots

18:31 Final Thoughts: Preferences and Future Plans

32:53 Exploring the Kurnow Foil Classic

37:40 Reflections on Windsurfing and Foiling Conditions

39:08 The Transition to Winter Sports

41:20 Custom Snowboards and the Art of Shaping

44:28 The Connection Between Snowboarding and Foiling

45:59 Personal Experiences and Future Goals

47:32 The Foiling Community and Local Spots

52:25 Gear Talk: Power Wings and Foiling Techniques

Back when Jens started winging, there was no specific app available. So after a couple of days he started writing the Foilsessions App: https://foilsessions.app

In this episode of www.uponfoil.com, Jens talks about his foiling story and also how he created his app. He even quit his well-paying job and went all in into this foiling adventure.

There is a mode for Wing Foiling, Prone Foiling, Dock Start, Beach Start, Wake Thief, Parawing Up/Downwind Wing Up/Downwind, Downwind, Towed Jet Ski, Assisted Surf, Paddle Up, Tow Boogie, kite Foiling, Wind Foiling, Wake Foiling and E-foiling.

His other app (for back country skiing and mountaneering): https://mtntracksapp.com

Chapters:

00:00 Intro

04:00 function of the app

07:56 the challenges

18:00 privacy of the data

28:10 let's talk numbers

34:02 Jens' foiling history

43:45 going all in

Martin was part of the organizing committee for the races at

Glisse and van Paris Show

Les Ailes de Saint Tropez

and Crozon Foil Festival

that wrapped up three days ago.

Thinking about joining Nico and me for a day of FoilDriving? Clinic, coaching, testing, fun! November 15th in Mainz, Germany. @mattonfoil on Instagram or Facebook

Martin talks about the events, what went well, what could be improved and why people should join next year.

Recap of LAST with ‪@dominichoskyns9091‬ : • Recap of Foiling Event in Saint-Tropez wit...

Recap of the PumpFoil Race in Crozon with Julian Hünting: https://www.patreon.com/posts/athlete...

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

02:12 Reflections on Event Success and Personal Experience

03:04 Overview of Glisse & Van Paris Show

14:16 Les Ailes de Saint-Tropez Overview

19:10 Downwind Race Challenges and Experiences

29:39 Crozon Event Structure and Competitions

34:51 Surf Foil Event Highlights

49:48 Future Improvements and Innovations in Events

Summary

In this episode, Rebecca Hart shares her journey from Minnesota to Hawaii, her passion for foiling, and her commitment to environmentalism through surf camps. She discusses the differences between the foiling and surfing communities, her experiences as a DJ and single parent, and the importance of safety in water sports. Rebecca also highlights her role as an ambassador for Unifoil and Foil Drive, her upcoming events, and her aspirations in the foiling world.

Check out her website: https://www.rebeccahartcares.com

Her music on spotify: https://spotify.link/lGCpgjNkzXb

Thank you for helping me out: patreon.com/UpOnFoil

Check out our Website: www.uponfoil.com

Takeaways

Rebecca Hart emphasizes the importance of understanding Hawaiian culture.

Living in Hawaii offers both paradise and challenges, especially regarding the cost of living.

The foiling community is more inclusive compared to traditional surfing communities.

Rebecca runs surf camps that focus on environmental education for kids.

She balances her DJ career with parenting and her passion for foiling.

Safety is a top priority in foiling, with a focus on community support.

Rebecca shares her experiences transitioning from surfing to foiling.

She discusses the gear she uses and her preferences for foiling setups.

Upcoming events include a foiling competition and a surf retreat in Nicaragua.

Rebecca's positive impact on the community is recognized through her awards.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Rebecca Hart and Her Journey

02:46 Living in Hawaii: Culture and Community

05:22 Surf Camps and Environmental Initiatives

08:09 The Foiling Community vs. Surfing Community

10:59 Balancing Parenting and Passion for Water Sports

13:49 Transitioning to Foiling: Challenges and Triumphs

16:38 Daily Routines: Surfing, Teaching, and DJing

19:27 Foil Drive and Unifoil: Gear and Preferences

28:33 The Journey to Unifoil

31:14 Comparing Foiling Locations

35:41 Brand Dynamics in Foiling

38:21 Safety in Foiling

42:30 Techniques for Falling Safely

46:17 Upcoming Events and Community Engagement