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 don't go too far out)
• And much more.

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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

• (00:00) - - Introduction and Glimpse into Switzerland's Windy Waters
• (03:01) - - From Windsurfing to Wing Foiling: A Journey of Progression
• (10:11) - - Competitions and the Exciting Evolution of Wing Foiling
• (25:13) - - Overcoming Barriers: Making Wing Foiling More Accessible
• (34:41) - - Feedback in Product Development
• (37:53) - - Diverse Team in Gear Development
• (40:15) - - Growing Popularity of Wing Foiling
• (43:00) - - Exploring Unique Water Sports in Switzerland
• (57:36) - - Camping in a Van for Easy Access to Water Sports

Are you looking for an epic adventure this winter? Book your spot today for the Wing Foil Expedition this coming January. Visit: https://winglifepodcast.com/wing-foil-trips to learn more.

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.

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Are you looking for an epic adventure this winter? Book your spot today for the Wing Foil Expedition this coming January. Visit: https://winglifepodcast.com/wing-foil-trips to learn more.

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 part of Team Armstrong team and what gear he is riding
• And much more.

Visit: https://www.instagram.com/xavi.corr

• (00:00) - - Introduction
• (01:04) - - Entry into Wing Foiling
• (17:20) - - Building a Wing Foiling Community
• (24:03) - - Extreme Conditions and Innovations
• (28:51) - - Competing and Strategies
• (35:34) - - Balancing School and Travel
• (38:01) - - The Natural Way of Learning in Wing Foiling
• (39:28) - - Staying Motivated and Determined in Wing Foiling
• (40:55) - - Fitness and Injury Prevention in Wing Foiling
• (53:57) - - The Excitement of Being Part of a Sponsorship and R&D Team
• (01:05:35) - - Setting Goals and Pushing the Boundaries in Wing Foiling

Are you looking for an epic adventure this winter? Book your spot today for the Wing Foil Expedition this coming January. Visit: https://winglifepodcast.com/wing-foil-trips to learn more.

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

Are you struggling? Send us your clips and you might get featured on the Wing Life Show: Yes I want to take part!

Are you looking for an epic adventure this winter? Book your spot today for the Wing Foil Expedition this coming January. Visit: https://winglifepodcast.com/wing-foil-trips to learn more.

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

• (00:00) - - Introduction and Background
• (02:59) - - The Early Days of Flymount
• (10:27) - - The Importance of Video Footage in Action Sports
• (17:05) - - The Supportive Action Sports Community
• (29:58) - - Designing Secure Camera Mounts
• (31:51) - - The Challenges of Mounting GoPro Cameras
• (34:02) - - The Importance of Safety Lines
• (44:32) - - The Future of Action Cameras
• (47:05) - - Starting a Business in the Wind Sports Industry
• (52:27) - - Innovative Designs: Carbon Extension System

Are you looking for an epic adventure this winter? Book your spot today for the Wing Foil Expedition this coming January. Visit: https://winglifepodcast.com/wing-foil-trips to learn more.

On this episode, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about:

- What gear should you buy as a beginner
- The importance of connecting with your community
- How to set up your new kit
- Faqs about mast position, mast length, fuse length, board size, board type (fiberglass or blowup)
- Manual Pump versus Electric Pump
- And much more.

Are you struggling? Send us your clips and you might get featured on an upcoming episode of the Wing Life Show: Yes I want to take part!

Are you looking for an epic adventure this winter? Book your spot today for the Wing Foil Expedition this coming January. Visit: https://winglifepodcast.com/wing-foil-trips to learn more.

Cash joins us from home in Maui to talk about:

- His life and childhood in Maui
- How he found wind
- Downwinding and teaching dad how to wing foil
- His foil slide and wing drop at the first GWA wave event of the year
- His current Armstrong setup
- And more.

Visit: https://www.instagram.com/cash_berzolla

• (00:00) - - Growing Up in Maui and Discovering Wing Foiling
• (02:22) - - Progression in Wing Foiling and Trying Different Wind Sports
• (09:52) - - Sponsorship with Armstrong and Favorite Gear Setup
• (15:04) - - The Opportunities and Flexibility of Wing Foiling
• (16:56) - - Advice for Getting Into Wing Foiling
• (24:59) - - Dealing with Injuries and Pushing Forward
• (25:57) - - Foiling and Safety Gear
• (27:20) - - Tips for Jumping High
• (28:48) - - The Water Sports Community
• (29:15) - - The Step One System by Armstrong
• (34:01) - - Focus on Downwind Racing
• (38:16) - - Challenges of Cold Water Sports
• (43:02) - - Recovery of Maui after the Fires

Are you looking for an epic adventure this winter? Book your spot today for the Wing Foil Expedition this coming January. Visit: https://winglifepodcast.com/wing-foil-trips to learn more.