Up On Foil

Look - we all know - Pump foiling is difficult. We all have our tipps, tricks and ideas on how to pump better, longer or more efficiently. Lucien wasn't happy with the chatter on the docks and wanted to get to the bottom of it. He introduced the Pumpfoil Physics Simulator and the Dynamic Pumpfoil and Wave Riding Simulator.

In this episode, we get to know Lucien (@foilien on Instagram), we learn about the simulators, and you might get one or the other idea how to improve your pump foiling.

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Thanks to the team around SurfEars for their commitment.
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Thanks to the newest sponsor of the Podcast:
www.vaikobi.com - You’ll find great watersports apparel here!

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Check out my Website: www.uponfoil.com

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Understanding Foiling Mechanics and Physics
07:47 Insights from Personal Experience and Anecdotes
11:57 The Role of Weight and Technique in Pump Foiling
15:58 Using the Simulator for Performance Analysis
20:07 The Importance of Water Temperature and Viscosity
27:55 Lift vs Drag: Understanding Foil Profiles
32:15 Adjusting Parameters for Optimal Performance
35:11 Normalized Power and Efficiency in Pumping
40:55 The Impact of Weight and Setup on Performance
45:15 Diverse Pumping Techniques and Wing Dynamics
51:26 AI in Pumping Simulation and Rider Dynamics
55:00 Neural Networks and Learning to Pump
59:47 Community Feedback and Future Developments

When I released the video reviewing the Sroka Fynix, I was a bit nervous. After a long time of testing parawings that kept getting better and better, the Fynix had its flaws. Of course Bruno wasn't super happy but he was man enough to talk about it for everyone to listen.
In this epsiode, we talk about him as an athlete, how he built his company, and of course about their parawing.
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 Bruno's Journey in Water Sports
05:47 The Evolution of Kitesurfing and Championships
08:54 Crossing Cape Horn: A Unique Adventure
11:56 Starting a Brand: From Rider to Entrepreneur
27:14 Embracing New Sports for Growth
28:06 The Importance of Motivation in Sports
32:51 Innovations in Parawing Technology

We need high visibility PFDs, Helmets and bump caps, we need UV-Shirts, Rashies and Key-Locks, we need, what Pat and Vaikobi produce. In this episode, we looked behind the scenes and got to know Pat and Vaikobi from another perspective.
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 my Website: www.uponfoil.com
Chapters
00:00 The Birth of Vaikobi and Its Mission
12:03 Safety and Technical Gear for Water Sports
17:46 Product Development and Market Adaptation
24:19 Legal Considerations in Safety Gear Manufacturing
27:23 Global Perspectives on Foiling Gear Development
30:05 Technical Clothing for Extreme Conditions
33:29 Managing Product Range and Business Growth
35:42 Work-Life Balance in a Thriving Business
38:10 Building a Team and Delegating Responsibilities
40:44 Navigating Business Challenges and Market Trends
42:44 The Niche of Foiling in a Surf-Centric Culture
46:10 Favorite Products and Customer Loyalty
47:59 The Origin of the Name 'Vikobi'

If you have Instagram, you've seen Noé on one of his adventures. Whether he is doing a crazy dangerous stunt or just something funny, Noé knows how to show all aspects of foiling.
Check out Noes Instagram: ⁨@noe.cantaloube⁩ @noe.cantaloube
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 Introduction to Foiling and Noé's Journey
09:48 Budgeting for Travel: Costs of Being a Pro Foiler
15:51 Creating Content: The Balance Between Filming and Enjoying
26:11 The Dangers of Foiling at Nazaré
32:12 Behind the Scenes: The Reality of Content Creation
37:35 Brand Relationships and Gear Development
43:15 Connecting with the Community
49:15 Future Plans
58:04 Tourism and Local Life in Bora Bora

In this episode of the Upon Foiler Podcast, host Matt speaks with Ewan Jaspin, a passionate foiler and product designer at Nash. They discuss Ewan's journey from team rider to designer, the development of the Hatch V1 and V2 parawings, and the innovations that make the new model more user-friendly and performance-oriented. Ewan shares insights on the importance of usability for beginners and the design choices that enhance the overall foiling experience. In this engaging conversation, Ewan and Matt explore the intersection of personal life and the passion for foiling, discussing the intricacies of power wing design, usability, and market dynamics. They delve into the importance of material innovation, customer expectations, and the evolution of products in the parawinging space, emphasizing the need for quality and accessibility in the sport.

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

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Connection
02:25 Ewan's Foiling Journey and Passion
05:22 Working with Nash and Product Development
11:29 The Hatch V1: Design and Improvements
18:32 The Hatch V2: Innovations and Features
29:05 Balancing Life and Passion
31:48 Understanding Bar Sizes and Usability
32:52 The Importance of Line Design
35:56 Innovative Materials in Parawings
40:58 Product Evolution and Market Dynamics
44:01 Navigating Customer Expectations
51:06 Design Choices and Perceived Value
54:54 Future Directions in Parawing Development