Foil Life Podcast by SFT

Wing Foil World Tour (GWA) Show #5 - Recap of Tarifa 2024


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On this episode Tom joins us to recap the Surf Freestyle world cup in Tarifa, Spain. 

We talked about: 

  • Tarifa and its growing wing foil community
  • The event, accommodations, the town, the ambiance and the nightlife
  • The all-new innovation tricks 
  • What it takes to win an event - It's all about consistency. 
  • The Boom and Why it Is the New Standard for Freestyle
  • Why Shortboards with low swing weight are ideal for freestyle wing foiling.
  • The event organizers in Tarifa did a great job, including activities focused on sustainability and community involvement.
  • Upcoming events in La Palma and Fuerteventura in the Canary Islands are highly anticipated.
  • And more. 

Visit: https://www.wingfoilworldtour.com/events/gwa-wingfoil-world-cup-tarifa-2024/
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  • (00:00) - - Intro
  • (00:30) - - Upcoming Events and Canary Islands Leg
  • (01:37) - - Recap of Tarifa Event
  • (04:39) - - Level of Freestyle Tricks and Innovation
  • (08:38) - - Event Setup and Duration
  • (09:20) - - Impressive Performances by Young Athletes
  • (09:45) - - Tarifa’s Growing Wing Foiling Community
  • (11:35) - - Where is Tarifa and what are the conditions like for wing foiling?
  • (15:55) - - What were the accommodations like and where did everyone stay?
  • (17:50) - - Highlights from Mens & Women’s side - Xavi Corr ripping it up
  • (23:15) - - Experience and Smart Comp Strategies - Chris & Nia
  • (30:15) - - What were the conditions like for this contest?
  • (31:30) - - Gear selection - Importance of Wings with Booms in Freestyle and Board / Foil Choices
  • (34:30) - - How the GWA names the new innovation tricks, how they are categorized and how they are scored
  • (41:40) - - How many athletes tried to get into this event? A break down of how you can qualify - Video Wild Cards
  • (44:40) - - Organizers in Tarifa Excel, Promote Sustainability and Engage the next Generation of Youth
  • (50:30) - - Excitement Builds for Upcoming Events in La Palma, Fuerteventura and Helping Youth Compete
  • ...more
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