Up On Foil

In this episode, Rou Chater shares insights into the world of water sports, media, and product testing, highlighting the importance of honesty, time management, and industry trends. Discover how a passion for foiling and content creation shapes his diverse career and lifestyle.
Chapters
00:00 Turning 50 and Life Changes
09:41 Tonic Magazine and Team Dynamics
12:41 Reviewing Equipment: Insights and Strategies
18:43 Navigating the Industry and Brand Relationships
21:41 The Evolution of Foiling and Equipment
32:55 The Importance of Gear in Wing Sports
36:13 The Journey of Podcasting: From Injury to Inspiration
39:31 The Evolution of Podcasting: Challenges and Changes
46:05 The Digital vs. Print Debate: The Future of Magazines
55:29 Challenges and Opportunities

You've probably seen an ad for the Wing Foil Tricktionnary on your Youtube or Instagram... When it started to pop up on my socials, I decided to take a closer look and got the chance to talk to Michi Rossmeier, the creator and editor of the biggest base of knowledge about wing foiling.
Check out his website: https://www.tricktionary.com/en/wingfoil/wing-tricktionary-wingboarding-wingsurfing-wingfoiling-book
Thanks to Jens of the Foilsessions App for supporting the show. Get your Foiling App here: https://foilsessions.app Share a session in June and win an Apple Watch!
Thanks to the team around SurfEars for their commitment. Get yours here: https://6cZKVD.short.gy/surfears
Thank you for helping me out and get some hidden episodes: patreon.com/UpOnFoil Check out my Website: www.uponfoil.com
Chapters
00:00 Intro
02:56 Michael's Journey in Windsurfing and Freestyle
08:48 The Tricktionary Series: A Comprehensive Guide to Water Sports
12:11 The Evolution of Wing Foiling and Its Community
15:11 Coaching and Supporting the Next Generation of Riders
17:52 The Challenges of Publishing and Gear Development
21:02 The Future of Foiling and Learning Resources
30:51 Mastering the Art of Wing Foiling
35:51 The Comprehensive Guidebook for Beginners
39:19 Understanding Common Mistakes in Wing Foiling
44:04 The Challenges of Book Production
49:42 The Future of Wing Foiling and New Tricks

I've heard a lot about Brouwersdam. It is one of the places to go in the Netherlands. But when I was in the area, it was difficult do see where the right spots were for the different water sports. So I went to the biggest shop there and asked for some help.
I met @MartijnvanSinderen at the @NaturalhighNLBV and asked him for some help and if he would be up for sharing it with the world - so here it is.
Thanks to Jens of the Foilsessions App for supporting the show. Get your Foiling App here: https://foilsessions.app
Thanks to the team around SurfEars for their commitment. Get yours here: https://6cZKVD.short.gy/surfears
Thank you for helping me out and get some hidden episodes: patreon.com/UpOnFoil Check out my Website: www.uponfoil.com
Chapters
00:00 Experiencing the North Sea Conditions
01:56 Transitioning from Windsurfing to Foiling
09:58 Exploring Local Spots for Foiling 12:19 Safety and Challenges
17:58 The Shop and Community at Natural High
23:44 Upcoming Events and Races
31:47 Best Times to Visit and Water Sports Opportunities

It was a pleasure to talk about his new designs with a paragliding designer that switched all of his focus to the water and to parawings. We touched on his journey, his overly motivated first attempts at parawings and his newest toy: LTX
Thanks to Jens of the Foilsessions App for supporting the show. Win an Apple Watch!!! Get your Foiling App here: https://foilsessions.app
Thanks to the team around SurfEars for their commitment. Get yours here: https://6cZKVD.short.gy/surfears
Thank you for helping me out and get some hidden episodes: patreon.com/UpOnFoil Check out my Website: www.uponfoil.com
Check out the professional Parawing course from @foilratvids https://6cZKVD.short.gy/parawingacademy 10% off with the code: MATTONFOIL10
Chapters
00:00 Journey into Foiling and Design
05:13 Transition to Parawinging
08:31 Innovations in Parawing Design
11:23 Challenges with Double Skin Designs
14:48 Single Skin Development and Performance
17:24 User Experience and Feedback
29:49 The Evolution of Hybrid Wings
37:05 Performance Insights and Design Innovations
43:14 Understanding Wing Loading and Foil Dynamics
50:58 Introducing the LTX: A New Era in Parawings
01:07:45 Market Positioning and Brand Competition
01:17:08 The Future of Parawing Technology
01:22:30 Company Structure and Personal Philosophy

Brandon has a very interesting personal story. He has also something new cooking: Foil classes in one of the most famous foiling places in the world - The Gorge. In this episode we talk about all sorts of foiling, but also about his new foiling journey: The Gorge Foil Academy
Check out Brandon on Instagram: @BrandonScheid
Check out his Foil Academy: www.gorgefoilacademy.com
Thanks to Jens of the Foil Sessions App for supporting the show. Get your Foiling App here: https://foilsessions.app Make sure to take part in the give away and share a Track on Instagram and tag @foilsessionsapp
Thanks to the team around SurfEars for their commitment. Get yours here: https://6cZKVD.short.gy/surfears
Thank you for helping me out and get some hidden episodes: patreon.com/UpOnFoil Check out my Website: www.uponfoil.com
Chapters
00:00 The Journey into Foiling
01:56 Overcoming Adversity: Brandon's Accident and Recovery
07:42 The Importance of Hydrofoiling in Life
11:45 Introducing the Gorge Foil Academy
15:52 Exploring the Gorge: Conditions and Opportunities
19:46 Navigating Crowds and Teaching Foiling
23:43 Unlocking the Art of Coaching
26:10 The Nuances of Parawinging
30:18 Building a Foundation for Parawinging
34:01 Pricing and Value of Lessons
36:52 Balancing Passion and Profession
40:33 The Excitement of Teaching and Guiding
43:06 Innovations in Parawing Design