On this episode, Fabian Muhmenthaler, pro athlete, industrial design & product development engineer for watersports joins us from his home in Tarifa to talk about: - His journey with North Foils as a PRO rider and his internship with both North & Mystic - His schooling and recent completion of his engineering degree - What growing up in Tarifa was like and how it provided him with a unique water sports upbringing - How did his journey into wing foiling begin? - Life as a pro athlete, inc...
Nov 27, 2024•56 min•Season 1Ep. 76
On our 8th edition of the GWA Show, Tom joins us from Brazil to talk about: - Their recent wave world cup event in Ibiraquera, Brazil - Elena and Cash's titles were well-deserved and celebrated. Congrats!! - Touring around Brazil - Exploring new locations for potential new event sites - Athletes are pushing the limits in wave riding competitions - Big News ---- The GWA may allow the use of wings for aerial maneuvers in Wave events next season - The importance of variety in competition formats is...
Nov 21, 2024•49 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Chris Museler from the We Are Foiling Organization joins us from his home on Rhode Island to talk about: - Foiling Week Pensacola 2025 (What is it, Where is it and When is it) - How Foiling Week began and where it is today - An overview of the We Are Foiling Organization - An overview of the city of Pensacola and how it offers ideal conditions for foiling and community events (Great for families) - The festival atmosphere at Foiling Week which encourages participation of all levels (Lots of Free...
Nov 14, 2024•56 min•Season 1Ep. 75
On this episode, Benjamin May joins us to talk about: Big Air Wing Foiling The bar for high jumps has been set at 16-17 meters. Proper landing techniques are crucial for safety. Injuries are a risk, especially with high jumps. Mental preparation is as important as physical training. Winging allows for a more straightforward setup compared to kiting. The right wing design can impact performance significantly. Traveling to different locations enhances the winging experience. Fun should not be lost...
Nov 07, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 72
On this episode, Ladina Van Swoll and Charles Dasher join us to talk about: How they met on the island of Bonaire, a windsurfing and a wing foiling paradise. How they found wind and their first foil flights What do they love about living on Bonaire, and what are the conditions like for wing foiling The launch of their new company, SeaZen What is included in their camps/retreats How creating community is a key aspect of their camps and retreats and what is included Plans include expanding th...
Oct 30, 2024•48 min•Season 1Ep. 73
On this episode Greg and Agustin join us from WeCANFoil to talk about: Their origin story, their mission and goals for foiling in Canada Foiling offers a significantly different experience compared to traditional sailing, providing higher speeds and a unique sense of freedom. Their initiative aims to democratize access to foiling by partnering with local sailing clubs and organizations. Community engagement is crucial for the growth of foiling, with events designed to introduce the sport to the ...
Oct 23, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 72
Tom, tour manager of the GWA, joins us to recap their recent wave event in Dakhla Morocco. We talked about: The event site and Dakhla as a promising location for Wing Foiling The competition format & overview of the event New emerging talents that are making their mark in the sport The demand for competition spots is increasing significantly worldwide Rules regarding the use of wings during airs are under discussion for wave events Video applications - Unedited footage is essential for accur...
Oct 17, 2024•55 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Yann Rifflet, PRO Windsurfer & Content Creator joins us to talk about, His entry into water sports as a competitive windsurfer and wing foiling for the first time His lifestyle -- living in France and Brazil, enjoying the perfect conditions for windsurfing and wing foiling with his wife. His sponsorship with Duotone and the creation of this YouTube channel. The evolution of equipment technology in wing foiling, including the development of high-modulus (HM) masts that offer better performanc...
Oct 10, 2024•53 min•Season 1Ep. 71
Jelle Stoop, foil coach, athlete and founder of Foil School Nederland joins us to talk about: First and foremost Foiling! Our rapidly growing sport, with wing foiling gaining popularity Foil School Nederland which focuses primarily on wing foiling in Brauersdam, Netherlands and offers a variety of water sports for beginners and pro-level riders. The progression of foils and wings has led to smaller and more efficient setups Reading the ocean and understanding wave dynamics which is a crucial ski...
Oct 02, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 70
Alessandro José Tomasi is an Italian pro wing foil racer. He joins us from his home on Lake Garda in Italy to talk about: His debut into wind and the early IQ foil racing days His new passion for wing foil racing, early success and teaching on Lake Garda His sponsors His hair care routine His future aspirations of studying engineering in order to be able to design wings, foils, and boards in the future. How living on Lake Garda allows him to enjoy both water sports and mountain activities. And M...
Sep 25, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 69
On this episode, Josh joins us from his home in Fehmarn, Germany, to talk about: His entry into water sports: Stand-up paddling and windsurfing His first foiling flights and his transition to Wing Foiling His big goal of becoming the German under-19 German champion in wing foiling and what it felt like to accomplish it. His sponsorships with Elevate and A3D His local competitions and hopes to compete in the GWA next year Front flips, back flips, and 720s and Much More! Visit: https://www.instagr...
Sep 18, 2024•52 min•Season 1Ep. 68
On this episode, Max Robinson joins us from his home in Toronto to talk about: The early days and his new journey with Gong Coaching clinics with CanSail and the Toronto Windsurfing Club His favourite spots for wing foiling around the world His future and hopes to leave his mark on the sport by inspiring and coaching others. Dedication, hard work, and support from the Toronto community have been crucial to his success in winging. Training and staying fit in order to perform better and avoid inju...
Sep 11, 2024•48 min•Season 1Ep. 67
On this episode Steve Tobis joins us from his home in Maui to talk about: The downwind race season in Hawaii - Including the Voyager race, Paddle Amoa, the Maui to Molokai and Molokai to Oahu races. The key to success in these races The physical conditioning and mental tenacity are crucial for endurance and focus during the races. Safety equipment such as PFDs, VHF radios, and EPIRBs are essential for emergencies. Self-sufficiency and preparedness are important in case of equipment failure or un...
Sep 05, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 66
On this episode Brandon, TBI survivor, 5x Triple S Winner, 2018 KPL Champion, 2x AWSI Kiteboarder of the year and Naish Designer joins us to talk about: His recent accident and recovery process The power of community support in times of adversity The importance of mindset and belief in overcoming challenges Finding gratitude in difficult situations The transformative experience of becoming a parent Recovering from a brain injury requires physical and emotional strength, as well as the support of...
Aug 28, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 65
On this episode Remi, the CEO of Forward WIP joins us to talk about: - Why protection gear is essential in water sports, especially with the rise of foiling. - The top priority and mission of Forward WIP: Protect athletes on the water. - How the adoption of protection gear by professionals in a sport can lead to mass adoption by the broader community for everyone's benefit. - Forward WIP's primary focus of creating high-quality, lightweight, snug-fitting protection gear for water sports. - Why h...
Aug 21, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 64
Dave West is a Semi-Pro Youtube and Downwind Foiling Sensation from Australia. He joins us to talk about: Downwind Foiling Basics How learning to downwind foil can be challenging, but achieving small milestones provides a sense of satisfaction. Board length and stability are important factors to consider when choosing equipment for downwind foiling. Reading the ocean and understanding the energy of the bumps is crucial for successful downwind foiling. Safety precautions, such as using a leash an...
Aug 14, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 63
On this episode of the Wing Life Show, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about: Gybing basics Practicing on the beach to familiarize yourself with the hand and foot movements Being comfortable foiling in both directions before attempting to gybe Practicing foot switches to improve maneuverability Riding with enough speed to glide through the turn Committing to the turn Engaging heel side to toe side to avoid getting stuck in a limbo Holding the wing high to avoid obstacles and maintaining control And mu...
Aug 09, 2024•32 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Caitlin Baxter is a Global Team Rider for Sabfoil, she joins us on the show to talk about: - How she found Wing Foiling - Review of PPC Wings and SAB Foils - Downwinding on rocky coast lines of her home spots in Australia - Encouraging Women to Join the Wing Foiling Community - Safety Tips for Ocean Sports - And much more. Visit: https://www.instagram.com/caitybaxter/ Watch on Youtube (00:00) - - Introduction and Conditions for Wing Foiling in Australia (08:29) - - Caitlin's Experience with PPC ...
Aug 07, 2024•54 min•Season 1Ep. 62
On this episode of the Wing Life Show, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about: Turning basics. I can fly in a straight line, but now what. How to maintain an edge to control the direction while flying on a foil. How to find the right balance between leaning forward and backward to maintain stability. How positioning the wing higher will help improve your visibility and avoid interference with the foil. How to accept falls and avoid trying to save them to prevent further accidents. And much more....
Aug 02, 2024•29 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Tom, tour manager of the GWA, joins us to recap: - The La Palma Youth World Cup (Surf-Freestyle, FreeFly-Slalom) - The Gran Canaria World Cup (Big Air) - The Fuerteventura World Cup (FreeFly-Slalom, Surf-Freestyle) - Double backflips, triple backflip combo's and more innovation moves - New Freefly-Slalom rules - and much more. Visit: https://www.wingfoilworldtour.com Watch on Youtube (00:00) - - Introduction and Overview (01:29) - - Conditions and Popular Destination for Water Sports (03:13) - -...
Jul 31, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Season 3Ep. 8
On this episode of the Wing Life Show, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about: Their first foiling experiences, good and bad! Learning behind a boat or jetski The importance of taking it slow and being patient when learning how to foil Starting on your knees Progressively learning how to shift your weight forward and back to control the foil Experimenting with foot positioning to find what works best for you Ensuring you are practicing in both directions (Left foot and right foot forward)...
Jul 26, 2024•37 min•Season 3Ep. 7
On this episode Nadja joins us to talk about: Her intro into water sports and how she became a skilled coach An overview of the camps and clinics organized by Strut Kiteboarding How Strut Kiteboarding was created to provide comprehensive coaching and a supportive community for women in the sport and her role in the company The importance of creating a safe and empowering environment for women in male-dominated sports How Brazil is a highly recommended destination for kiteboarding and wing foilin...
Jul 24, 2024•54 min•Season 1Ep. 61
On this episode, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about: Learning all about handle 0 or the leading edge handle How to walk around with your wing How to turn your wing turn left, right and how to generate power Hand position on the handles Using fingertip pressure when learning And much more!
Jul 19, 2024•29 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Hugo Marin joins us from his home in France to talk about: His upcoming trip to Chicama, Peru His favourite wing foiling spots include Tahiti, Mauritius, and Cape Verde. Travelling to different foiling spots can be affordable, especially if you are open to camping or finding budget accommodations. Giving back to local communities when visiting foiling spots, especially in areas where the sport may not be accessible to everyone. Even though competition is a part of the sport, focusing on the life...
Jul 17, 2024•54 min•Season 1Ep. 60
On this episode, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about: How we learned to Wing Foil and our experiences Importance of mastering the basics and learning how to wing on your knees before standing Mastering the foil and tips on how we learned Importance of asking your community for wind/safety tips before going out on the water Importance of doing safety assessments (When in doubt, don’t go out) Realizing that you must wing with your left leg and right leg forward, and one side will be much harder. (So d...
Jul 12, 2024•26 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Laure Rudolph and Michael Näf join us on the show to talk about: - Their intro into wind sports (from Windsurfing to Wing Foiling) - Living in Switzerland and the many lakes to explore - Product development at Ensis - Helping youth access the sport - Wing Foil Camping adventures in their family van - And much more. Visit: https://www.instagram.com/_lau_ritaa_ & https://www.instagram.com/rawham.mcl Watch on Youtube (00:00) - - Introduction and Glimpse into Switzerland's Windy Waters (03:01) -...
Jul 10, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 59
On this episode, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about: Why you should consider taking lessons to learn how to wing foil What makes wing foiling hard to learn on your own What should you bring to your first lesson What is usually included and provided by a school A general overview of what is included in your first lesson And much more.
Jul 05, 2024•33 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Xavi is a 16-year-old pro-wing foiler from Tarifa, Spain. He joins us to talk about: Learning how to Kite surf at the age of 7 Entering the competitive scene and achieving success in various competitions at age 15/16. How video analysis plays a crucial role in improving skills and identifying areas for improvement. How he manages school, friends, and travel The mental aspect of competing Staying motivated and determined to improve and push boundaries Maintain fitness and prevent injuries Being p...
Jul 03, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 58
On this episode, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about: The importance of prioritizing safety Highlight some commonly used safety equipment Why you should pace yourself and take breaks when learning Why you should familiarize yourself with and test out your safety gear Importance of learning how to check forecasts Importance of building your wind knowledge (Ie. What does 10 knots look like on the water? What does a squall line look like? And much more...
Jun 28, 2024•34 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Joe, the founder of Flymount, joins us from his office to talk about: - How they got started in 2006 - Initial designs, production & testing - What materials are used - What is coming next - And more. Visit: www.flymount.com Watch on Youtube (00:00) - - Introduction and Background (02:59) - - The Early Days of Flymount (09:14) - - The Importance of Video Footage in Action Sports (15:52) - - The Supportive Action Sports Community (28:45) - - Designing Secure Camera Mounts (30:38) - - The Chal...
Jun 26, 2024•58 min•Season 1Ep. 57
