The XFoils Podcast
The XFoils Podcast explores the world of foiling in water sports, hosted by Dylan Shewfelt and cohost Walt. It covers gear, progression, downwind surfing, Parawing experiments, and community moments. The show is sponsored by Kite Puerto Rico and N1 Surf Shop.
Episodes
Case #82 – Jeffery, Finn & Malae, The Duotone Crew
Great time to drop this one. The Duotone crew just crushed the Kernow Foil Classic, taking a full podium in the foil assist and Finn doing what Finn does across all his events. This is not unusual, we watched these boys rack up about 8 podiums back in March at the FSRL in some pretty meager conditions. They know how to show up!We get into the race adventures, the gear development happening behind
Case #81 – Hydrocraft, Small Shop Big World
Brody, Sam and Matt welcomed us into their shop in Hood River. Beautiful retail space, a tight crew, and a brand that started small and is now moving globally without losing any of what makes them them. Small, nimble, and doing it their way.We catch up on how things have been going, the range, where they see the market heading and what they are paying attention to. Hydrocraft has a clear view poin
Case #80 – Sam Loaders Orbit, Misunderstood & Underrated
Sam Loader joins us all the way from New Zealand. Sam is behind the PPC Orbit in collab with Nova, and we had a lot to say about it before we even got him on the mic.We spent a couple of weeks in the Gorge during AWSI on the 2.7, 3.5 and 4.5m and walked away with some strong feelings. Strong enough that we did a pre chat lead up to this interview because we felt it deserved more light than we gave
Case #79 – RIIFT
The moment we saw it online we knew it was a new take on something we know very well. I saw it and thought, our people are going to want to hear about this as much as we did. Two guys, a real idea, and the kind of execution that reminds you of some of the best origin stories this industry has produced. Al and Johnny from RIIFT sat down with us and we got into all of it, or at least just the start
Case #78 – Project Drag, Progress With Purpose
Walt and I sat down with some of the crew behind a really interesting project that we believe is different, and right up our alley. Ken Adgate, Kyle Touhey, Michael McKinley and Fred Hope, the only Slingshot man in the room bridging the gap between this band of misfits and a brand willing to take it on. We think Slingshot made the right call to push progress and go against the grain.How did Projec
Case #77 – The Hatch V2, From The Source
The Naish Hatch V2 was our favorite all round wing of the season, mentioned in Case 75, for someone getting into the sport all the way to the high end performance, and we meant it. So who better to chat about it than the guy who actually designed the thing.Ewan Jaspan, three time Kite Park League World Champion, kite and parawing designer at Naish, and someone who clearly knows and cares about de
Case #76 – Mike Raper, From North To Foil Drive
Mike Raper needs no intro. Thirty years in the watersports industry, the guy who has built brands from the ground up and knows what it takes to move something to the next level. I personally know Mike from North, we have worked close on some small projects in the past that I really enjoyed. Having him as our inside man at Foil Drive feels pretty good, we like having people on the inside!We catch u
Case #75 – Parawing Beat Down
It's been a whole summer. A whole summer of testing, riding, and teasing the market nobody explicitly asked for, but we have an opinion to share obviously.The parawing market has been moving fast, people are in the upgrade phase, and Walt and I have been putting in the work so you don't have to guess so much. Some wings get more love than others, and some get a beat down, but that's be
Case #74 – Gotta Go Back To Move Forward
Walt and I are back and we came with opinions, and some new things tested. This is just a short catch up, we have some larger more focused episodes in mind.We spend way too much time thinking about this sport and what could actually move it forward or backwards! haha. Board design, parawings and how to make sure you don't get seen riding a stripped foil. Walt and I may or may not agree on ev
Case #73 – Trent Carter, Does He Even Downwind?
Feels like he came out of nowhere, but after you get to talking with Trent and see the results, you realize he absolutely belongs there. Came to race and left with some great results this year.Sponsored by Slingshot, now teammates with Edo, the guy who just won his 3rd M2O in a row, that puts some pressure on Trent. We get into the gear, the racing, what it actually does for foiling as a whole, an
Case 72: Tomoko Vs Kaiwi Channel
Tomoko just did the thing. First time M20. Not only did she finish the M20 in some of the most unforgiving conditions they've seen in a while, she did extremely well in all the races leading up. What makes this one different is the journey that got her there. Every downwind session, every suffer-fest, every "why am I doing this" moment — turns out wether she knew it or not, was a p
Case 71 – Unconfirmed But Definitely True
Recorded just now, uploaded just now! We talk about foiling!Mickey needs no introduction. kinda not really. Downwind racer at heart — fully deep in the Parawing, lots of foil knowledge and gets to hear rumours from a guy. We caught up, talked Foil Racing, The Gear and the rumors started. Bad sources, questionable intel, he said she said energy — the good stuff. Don't quote us on any of it, but mo
Case 70: The Piranha, the SR Mast & the Future of F4
Walt and I get Chris Radkowski on the mic, co-founder and designer behind F4 Foils — and this one was a long time coming.We start things off with the Piranha — the foil we've been obsessing over for river shredding and downwind surfing. Compact, quick. We didn't overthink the name. One ride and it was obvious!Then we get into what has us very anxious: the SR mast, the Hammerhead, and the n
Case 69 - The Great Surf Foil Wrap up
The Great Surf Foil Test is done. All of it.Walt and I have been at this for a while now — more sessions than we can count, more swaps than we probably should have made, and enough hours on the water to finally feel confident saying something real about all of these foils.This episode we talk Naish, Axis, F-one, and KT . Rounding out a test that now covers AFS, Cabrinha, Duotone, F4, Code, FliteLa
Case 68 — Greg's Back, with his S3 D-Grip parawing
Greg is back. Fourth time on the show, and at this point he might as well have a reserved seat.Like always we keep it casual, Xfoils style. No script, no slides, just three people who love to parawing and talking about what it's like to ride the BRM S3 — the latest generation parawing from BRM, the brand that started the whole category.Talking point this episode: the new D-Grip handle. Shovel
Case #67 – The Great Surf Foil Test 2
We’re back with Test #2 of the Great Surf Foil, rounding out this first test with a tighter, more pocketed surf foil category.This time we focused on three foils that share a similar DNA—lower aspect, surf-focused, and built to be pushed in the pocket:Flite Lab Flux 707Cabrinha Whippit 750Code 740XThese foils all wanted to be driven hard in the surf, with reliable pitch through turns and controlle
Case 66 - The Great Surf Foil Test 1
We’ve been building up to this one… The Great Surf Foil Test is finally here.Walt and I have been putting serious time in, bouncing between foils, swapping setups, and just trying to make sense of all the different feels out there. A lot of riding, some instant clicks, some head-scratchers, and a few that felt just right!So far we’ve got AFS, Duotone, F4, FliteLab, Code, and Cabrinha in the mix. R
Case #65: Paul Cooper vs Puerto Rico
Paul Cooper is in the house! In Case 65, we catch up with Paul during his trip to Puerto Rico, chatting about our latest foil adventures and what a few days on the island really feels like when the conditions line up.We throw Paul straight into the mix—epic surf sessions, a killer downwind run with the crew, and plenty of time on the water to see if we could break him.The final verdict from Paul?“
Case #64 – The Great Surf Foil Test Begins
We’re announcing our unsponsored surf foil test series that we’ll be running over the next couple of months. The goal? To see what the brands are really doing and find the best feels we can across the board.No bias. No contracts. No filtering.Just honest feedback and real sessions.Brands that have already answered the call and are sending their best:Lift, F-One, Slingshot, AFS, Cabrinha, North, Co
Case #63 – Dialing the Details with Paul Cooper (FoilDrive)
In Case 63, Paul Cooper, a dedicated FoilDrive rider who isn’t tied to any single foil brand. That neutral perspective makes for a great conversation as Paul shares insight on the latest Fusion system, integrated masts, new pods, and how to optimize setups for the best ride possible.This one’s all about those small percentage gains—the little tweaks that add up to smoother, more efficient sessions
Case #62 – New Logo, New Foils, New Co-Host
So good to be back in the studio with Walt, now officially the co-host. In this episode we catch up on a few things: my South Africa kite-foil trip where I (sadly) did not hit 30m — apparently the right gear really does matter. We’re getting fired up for the upcoming FSRL on March 6th in Cocoa Beach with Billy and the Good Breeze crew. Walt will be joining us for the first time! We will have a sm
Case #61 – F-One’s Big Shift: New Connection, Better Feels
In Case 61, We get to chat with Doc, Charles, and Julien from F-One for a conversation centered around feel, construction, and change. As most of the community already knows, F-One is transitioning from their long-standing Titan 1 connection to a new interface, which has definitely raised eyebrows among their loyal following. Julien sums it up well: “A chain is only as strong as its weakest li
Case #60 – New Foils, New Feels
Case 60 is just Walt and I, catching up and talking about the feels of the new foils we’ve been testing lately. Not a spec dump—more about how they actually ride, how they translate into progression, and what’s getting us fired up at the moment.On the FoilDrive side, we just do a quick Fusion recap and share how it’s been fitting into sessions lately.Classic X-Foils van chat energy.🎙️ Sponsored by
Case 59: Kai Dog
In Case 59, Walt and I sit down with Kai Calder. Kai has deep roots in foiling, and honestly, there’s so much we could have covered with him. This episode is more about bringing Kai into the conversation—getting some background, hearing his perspective, and setting the stage for more to come.We touch on parts of his journey, how he found his way into foiling, and what shapes his approach today. It
Case #58 – The Year of Tech (and Talking Sh*t)
Walt and I, wrapping up the year the only way we know how—talking sh*t about tech, recapping what went down, and dreaming about what we want to see in the future.From gear overload to real progression, we reflect on the year of tech, what actually mattered, or we think matters? what didn’t, and where we hope foiling is headed next. No agenda, no guests—just end-of-year vibes, laughs, and honest ta
Case 57: Just the Boys: Reviews + Catch-Up
It’s just Walt and I — a long-overdue catch-up and a high-demand review on the new F4 foils. We dive into first impressions, and how these foils fit into the evolving landscape. We also chat about Foildrive, and what ever else pops into our head! Nothing fancy, just classic energy and some gear talk everyone’s been asking for. Always a good time catching up with Walt.🎙️ Sponsored by
Case #56 - Unapologetically North: Mike Raper in the Van
In Case 56, Walt and I sit down with Mike Raper, North’s Brand Director — and yes, I give him a hard time for being too good at promoting the North lineup. The man is proudly dialed into every product, every update, and every detail… and honestly, rightfully so.We run through a quick overview of what North has been up to, some of the standouts in the current range, and how the brand continues to p
Case 55 - Ever Evolving: KT Lineup with Keith Teboul
In Case 55, Walt and I sit down with Keith Teboul for a super insightful chat about the current KT lineup and what’s on the horizon. Keith needs no intro, but this time we skip the history lesson and get right into what’s relevant now—from refinements across the range to the new shapes and design philosophies driving KT forward.We talk about how performance goals, materials, and feel all come toge
Case 54: The Frigate Formula -Test Pilot and Designer Nicolas Caillou
In Case 54, Walt and I were lucky enough to steal a bit of time from Nicolas Caillou, the designer of the F-One Frigate Parawing. Nicolas has a seriously deep background — he’s the founder of ZEEKO, a PhD in mathematical modeling, and a rider who actually pushes the limits of the products he designs. Where most brands need both a test pilot and an engineer, Nicolas is both.We focus this chat on th
Case #53 – Access Denied: The Tunnel 4 Shutdown
In Case 53, Walt and I sit down with Magnito from the Gorge to talk about a major change in the Downwind foiling scene — the shutdown of Tunnel 4 parking, the iconic access point for one of the most beloved shuttle runs in the area.For years, Tunnel 4 has been a gateway for countless downwinders visiting the Gorge, but with this closure, we ask the big questions:💭 Will this change how visitors exp
Case #52: Hitting the Bullseye: Frank Foilboards’ Axis Dart Series
Walt catches up with Frank Foilboards right in the shaping bay for a chat about his latest creations — the Mini Dart and the Dart. These new designs are the result of a collaboration with Axis, aimed at building a Parawing-friendly mid-length that also crosses over beautifully into wing and prone foiling.Walt was one of the main testers on this project, helping refine the board before it went str
Case #51 – Josh Who? Josh Ku! From Uluwatu to G-Land
Set up in the van at AWSI, Walt and I sit down with Josh Ku to talk about his upcoming film documenting his Uluwatu-to-G-Land crossing in Bali—a bold mission that turns pretty dicey at one point, and trust us, you’ll want to hear the story. The project, filmed by Dane Wilson (not Dan!), aims to show where surfing has come from and how many new forms of surfing have emerged through today’s dynamic
Case #50: Small Brand, Big Spray: Hydrocraft with Matt Elsasser
For our Half Hundredth episode, Walt and I sit down with Matt Elsasser, co-founder of Hydrocraft Systems, a new foil company stepping into the space. Matt needs no introduction to the foil world—his riding and design chops are well-known—but launching a brand in 2025? That’s a whole different challenge.Matt jokes, “I don’t think people are waking up in the morning saying, ‘aww man, I need a new fo
Case #49: Powered Up: Mr. Bennetts Brings the Flux*
In Case 49, Walt and I sit down with Adam Bennetts from FliteLab to dive into the highly anticipated Flux foil range. Bennetts’ unique and powerful surf style really shines through in this lineup—and you can feel it the moment you step on the foil.We chat about his design input, the development journey, and what makes Flux foils stand out in terms of pitch stability, performance, and feel in the s
Case #48: The F4 Orca Story:Carbon Addicts Anonymous with Chris Radkowski
In Case 48, Walt and I catch up with Chris Radkowski, the designer behind F4 Foils. While Walt was in Maui, he picked up a setup from Guido and could not stop raving about the new Orca line for downwind—so of course, I had to try it too. Spoiler: they did not disappoint.What makes F4 stand out is that they’re not afraid to throw carbon at an idea. Constantly reviewing designs, experimenting with d
Case #47 – Codependency Issues: Falling for Code Foils with Ben Tardrew
The X-Foils Podcast: Case #47 – Codependency Issues: Falling for Code Foils with Ben TardrewWalt (the unofficial cohost) and I sit down with Ben Tardrew—one of the brains behind Code Foils and a serious ripper on the water. Fresh off testing some of the new Code range, we kick back for a relaxed chat about how these designs have evolved and where they’re headed.We reminisce about how Code has shap
Case #46: Double the Podcasts, Double the Nonsense (AWSI Collab)
In Case 46, Liam and Freddy finally tricked us into joining them for a collab. Why? Because sometimes two podcasts are better than one… or at least twice as confusing.We sit down after AWSI to unpack the event, talk gear we drooled over, rides we may or may not have sent, and sprinkle in some top-tier foil nerding. Both of us have been talking to guests and putting out some (very little) content o
Case #45 – Weekend Madness & Foil Nerding
In this episode, Walt, Arland, and I take a quick breather after a wild weekend of non-stop sessions—Monday was lit, and our brains are still fried from all the stoke.We chat about some of the new foils we tried, a little bit about the scene, and honestly… this podcast is pure bonus content. Nobody needs this, but here you go!Oh, and heads up—we’re heading to the event site to make and hand out fo
Case #44 - Pre AWSI. Foils, Boards & Maui Stories with Walt
In Case 44, Walt and I finally get back on the mic after a few weeks without our regular froth calls—and let’s just say, he had a lot to say. He breaks down his trip to Maui, including the new foils he unexpectedly fell in love with and the Frank Foilboards he’s been testing.Meanwhile, I’ve been putting in three solid sessions on the FLITELab AMP board, and I’m fired up to bring it to the Gorge an
Case #43- Basement Stories, Parawing Theories & A Golf-Off Pending
In Case 43, Roy and Mickey are back—two names well-known not just on the podcast, but in the foiling scene, period. Fresh off a two-week trip to the Gorge, they join me to talk about linking up with the crew at The Basement, scoring some classic Rufus runs, and sharing their stoke.This one’s packed with stories, plenty of laughs, and more than a little trash talk—strictly for your entertainment.Fo
Case #42 The BRM Double Skin Paia with Greg
Greg from BRM is back on the mic to share the details behind his latest creation: the Paia, and his take on a double-skin Parawing designed for riders chasing higher performance. We dig into what this means in real use—how does a wing with more structure and material hold up when it comes to relaunch, packability, and real-world versatility?Greg breaks down the thinking behind this new design and
Case #41 – Parawing Buyer's Guide with Walt & Bowen Dwelle
In Case 41: Walt ( your favorite unofficial Co-Host) and I sit down with Bowen Dwelle, author of The Inertia’s Best Parawing of 2025. This episode is all about helping you make smart decisions if you’re thinking about getting into Parawing or upgrading your current setup.We talk about the wings Bowen tested, the gear he’s loving, and what makes a good Parawing for different kinds of riders. It'
Case #40 – Safety Third: Do as we say not as we do
In this short but important episode, we talk about basic water safety so you can be better prepared the next time you head out. From bringing a buddy, carrying a phone, packing a tourniquet, to wearing a vest or flotation and even a helmet—these are simple things that could make a huge difference if something goes wrong. And yes, I mean PFD not a PDF. Dont take a document with you as a safety meas
Case #39 – Hood Trip, Parawings & Foil Trends with Walt
The X-Foils Podcast: Case #39 – Hood Trips, Parawings & Foil Trends with Walt In this long-overdue episode, Walt and I finally carve out some time to feed our starving audience and catch up on all things foiling. We break down our latest Hood River adventures, geek out on Parawings, chat about stashbelts, boards, foils, and the trends we’re chasing to stay ahead of the curve.This is a classic,
Case #38 – Maxime from Shaka Vibes Cancun
In this episode, I sit down with Maxime from Shaka Vibes Cancun—a driving force in the Mexican foiling scene. We dive into his foil adventures, from long-distance missions to big air wins jumping over 25m, and share stories from both sides of the Caribbean.We talk about building schools and communities, giving solid advice to up-and-coming riders, and how we both juggle running shops while still c
Case #37 – Audrey Meyer - Wing Fest and Cabarete watersports
In this episode, we reconnect with Audrey Meyer from Cabarete—an all-around waterwoman and host of the upcoming Cabarete Wing Fest, happening June 19th.Audrey shares her journey through the world of watersports, from teaching windsurfing, to getting hooked on kiting in the early days, and building a life around wind, waves, and community. We chat about what makes Cabarete so unique, and how events
Case #36: FLITELab* Exclusive with Chris Senior Product Manager
Everyhting you want to know about FLITELab* is here:In this exclusive episode, we sit down with Chris Reynolds, Founder and Senior Product Manager of FLITELab*, to dive deep into the making of the AMP board—Flite's new high-performance foil assist system that’s shaking up the scene.Chris walks us through the development journey, the engineering challenges, and the high standards the team held them
Case #35 –V2 Parawing Breakdown with Greg from BRM
Greg from Board Riding Maui (BRM) is back, and he’s brought some serious new heat with him—the BRM Parawing V2 is here, and not just one, but three different models tailored for various riders and disciplines. In this episode, we get a full download on the design intent behind each wing, from surf-focused minimalism to power and stability for different styles of foiling. We may or may not be self
Case #34 –Good Breeze Billy Bosch at FSRL
The X-Foils Podcast: Case #34 – Behind the Buoys with Billy BoschIn this episode, we catch up with Billy Bosch from Good Breeze in Cocoa Beach, fresh off the Foil Surf Race League event. Billy is the founder of the FSRL and this high-energy foiling showdown each year with Brian Grubb. We dive into Billy’s sports background, how he launched Good Breeze, and what goes into organizing one of the most
Case #33 – Deep Dive into Parawings with the FoilRat
In this special collab episode, I sit down with Parawing guru Daniel for a full-on Parawing deep dive. We swap stories about our backgrounds, break down the evolution of Parawing foiling, and discuss the different Parawings hitting the market.This conversation could have gone on forever, but we had to cut it short—so expect more to come! If you're as obsessed with foiling without a paddle as w
Case 32: Foil Surf Race league Recap with Arland & Eric
Foil Surf Race League Recap with Arland & Eric In this episode, we sit down for a quick chat about the Foil Surf Race League, breaking down how the event played out, the competition, and the epic battles on the water. Huge thanks to North & Mystic for the invite and a massive congrats to all the winners!Special shoutout to our boy Arland, who took 1st place in the Prone Race Open category
Case #31: From Mowing the Lawn to Chasing Swells with Eric Braojos
The X-Foils Podcast: Case #31 On this episode, I sit down with my good friend Eric Braojos during our car ride from El Cuyo to Cancun while at an event with Shaka Vibes called the mayan wind fest, for a laid-back chat about his watersports journey and how he fell in love with foiling in Puerto Rico. Initially, he wasn’t too stoked on just “mowing the lawn” on a foil, but once he got a taste of fo
Case 30 - Lift5 and LiftX Tech with Director of Industrial Design Cameron Magness
In Case 30 of The X-Foils, Walt and I sit down with the Director of Industrial Design for Lift Foils. We dive into his personal foiling journey and explore Lift’s role in taking their efoil line to the next level. The introduction of the Lift5 and the LiftX—an efoil/foil assist geared towards surf—steals the spotlight for us as its more ranged at the high performance surf. But the real game-change
Case #29 - Wren’s Foiling Progress & the Lithium Revolution
Wren’s Foiling Progress & the Lithium Revolution
In Case 29 of The X-Foils, Wren is back! We catch up on her summer progress and dive deep into the tech side of foiling—geeking out over the Tow Boogie and Foil Drive. We explore how the lithium revolution has sped up progression in the sport. The Foil Drive is making foiling more accessible to the masses, while the Tow Boogie shines when used
Case #28 - Trigger Friendly deep dive into Foil Drive
The X-Foils Podcast: Case #28 - Trigger Friendly deep dive into Foil Drive
Welcome back to the X-foils Podcast! Walt and I Sit down again, this time to chat over all things Foil Drive. We have had a hand full of great session now and wanted to share our thoughts on the whole thing. From Surfing it, Downwinding it and just over all how it adds to our over all foil adventures.
If you Foil Drive
Case #27- Summer Recap & Parawing Talk with Walt
The X-Foils Podcast: Case #27 - Summer Recap & Foiling Talk with Walt
Walt and I finally sit down for the casual foil chat we've been planning for a while. We recap the summer, dive into the Parawing, board changes, and the sport’s ever-evolving landscape. Join us for a relaxed conversation about the progression, experimentation, and good times we’ve had riding the waves this season.
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Case #26 - Tre & McFlowi’s Father-Son Foil Journey
In Case 26 of The X-Foils, I sit down with Tre and his son Walker, better known as McFlowi. Sponsored by Armstrong Foils and fresh from competing in the Triple Crown, Walker has been making waves with his “snappy” style and rapid progress in foiling over the past year and a half. Tre, one of the early adopters of downwind foiling in the Gorge, overcame the challenge of using gear not yet suited fo
Case #25 - Giovanni Returns: Race Recap, Upcoming Events, and Downwind Foiling
In Case 25 of The X-Foils, Giovanni is back! We dive into a full race recap, discuss the next big race on the horizon in France, and talk all things downwind foiling.
From gear insights to strategies, this episode has it all for downwind foil enthusiasts.
I have him hooked up with Code foils through my shop as I want to support Gio and his future in this passion of his anyway I can. Thanks Code
Case 24 - Hunter Becker: Kite Foil Freestyle, Big Air, following his passion
The X-Foils Podcast: Case #24 - Hunter Becker: Kite Foil Freestyle, Big Air, following his passion.
In Case 24 of The X-Foils, I sit down with Hunter Becker, a North team rider renowned for his Kite Foil freestyle and big air tricks. Hunter brings extensive knowledge of flight, holding certifications in aviation, paragliding, and speed flying. As an all-around athlete, he's living his dream, pus
Case 23 - Hood River Parawing Recap with Walt and Roy
In Case 23 of The X-Foils Podcast, I sit down with Walt and Roy for a laid-back conversation—literally in the back of our van at the Hatch parking lot in between session on my last day in Hood River. We dive into our learnings from using the Parawing and recap an epic summer of downwind foiling. From what worked to the challenges we faced, we reflect on how the Parawing has changed the game for us
Case #22 - Greg from BRM. The man behind The Parawing
In Case 22 of The X-Foils, I sit down with Greg from BoardRiding Maui (BRM) to discuss his latest product making huge waves in the foiling market—the Parawing. This wing is designed to give riders the purest wave-riding experience possible, to get on foil and the possibility to pack it away, and ride freely. Its captivating a wide foiling audience with its potential as we wonder what we could do
Case 21 - Gnarly Marley from Next Gen to Next Legend
In Case 21 of The X-Foils, we feature Marley Franco, Gnarly Marley!
A 16-year-old water sports sensation from Maui. Sponsored by North and Mystic, Marley has quickly become a standout in the foiling community. Born and raised in Maui, Marley absolutely shreds across all watersports disciplines he decides to tackle. Very humble and hungry to keep pushing the sport with his killer style and control
Case 20: Prescriptions to Precision, Franks Leap into Shaping Foilboards of the future
In Case 20 of The X-Foils, we’re joined by Francesco, the mastermind behind Frank Foilboards. Originally from Italy, Francesco now resides in Maui with his beautiful wife and kids, where he’s shaping the foil boards of the future.
In this episode, we dive into Francesco’s unique journey—from his beginnings in watersports to how he found his passion for shaping. We also discuss his big move to Mau
Case 19: Carsons impact on Rincon Water Safety, Foiling, and the Magic of Tres Palmas
In Case 19 of The X-Foils, we sit down with Greg Carson, owner of Taino Divers and a resident of Rincón, Puerto Rico. This episode is a bit longer than usual but well worth the listen. We dive deep into critical topics like the lack of lifeguards and water safety in Puerto Rico.
Greg shares the incredible work his team at Rincon Water Safety is doing through their non-profit organization. They ar
Case 18 - Ronan makes his son work in the shop for discounts on foils
In Case 18 of The X-Foils, we're excited to welcome Ronan, a French commercial pilot and avid foiler, along with his oldest son, Mateo. Ronan has been living in Puerto Rico for 25 years and has a wealth of experience in watersports, which he has passed on to his kids.
In this episode, we discuss Ronan's journey in foiling, the joys, and challenges of teaching his kids, and their shared wa
Case 17 - Not letting Arland give up on Downwind Foiling again
In Case 17 of The X-Foils
I welcome back Arland, our very first guest on the podcast! This time its about casual chit-chat and catching up. I grill Arland on why he faded away from learning to downwind foil finally and how he feels about it now, especially since he’s a team rider for North, which is releasing the Downwind foils.
We also dive into some of Arland's so-called "safety tips,&q
Case 16 - George works smarter not harder pushing ChatGPT to design the ideal foil
The X-Foils Podcast Case 16!
This week, stoked to share a good conversation with my long-time friend, George. We met in Playa del Carmen back in 2012, and when I moved to Puerto Rico, George discovered the beauty of the wind and conditions that we have here. Now, he visits us every year for a month with his family.
George was one of my very first kite foil student in Mexico, and seven years lat
Case 15 - Roy and Gio give away secrets for their M2O Downwind foil Race
Welcome back to The X-Foils! In Case 15, we bring back familiar faces Gio and Roy, who have been on our channel in earlier episodes. This time, we dive into their upcoming races in Hawaii: the M2M and M2O. We discuss everything from logistics and gear to the intricacies of foiling, providing almost no Value and insight along with horrible tips for anyone interested in these thrilling competitions.
Case 14 - Foils save Michael Vicens life
The X-Foils Podcast Case #14
This week our guest is Michael Vicens, the owner of Seakindly Foil School, which claims to be the first efoil-only school in the world. Rightfully so, as Michael was there at the inception, working with Lift Foils for their new innovative Efoils Try It and Buy It program.
Michael's background is as fascinating as his current ventures. He used to be a commercia
Case 13 - PJ Tartak the Bravito. It takes one to know one.
Welcome back to The X-Foils! In our thirteenth episode, your host Dylan sits down with local body boarder, PJ Tartak. While PJ may not be a foiler, he’s made a name for himself as an exceptional boogie boarder and a true water enthusiast, as well as a low key entertainer!
PJ runs a popular Instagram account Bravito TV, where he shares hilarious memes and surf reports that poke fun at the of
Case 12 - Ricardo Avila wants dry runs this summer
The X-foils Podcast case 12 is with local Ricardo Avila, Stand UP Paddle Racer among other disciplines. Ricardo's extensive experience in stand up paddleboarding seamlessly translated into his journey of learning how to downwind foil.
We talk about the parallels between SUP and downwind foiling, exploring how Ricardo's paddling techniques and comfort in the water has accelerated his l
Case 11 - It's not just a bowl or a wave, it's a Lifestyle to Hector.
Welcome to the X-Foils podcast Case 11!
In this episode, we sit down with Hector Westerband, owner of Acai Express, who's truly immersed himself in all things Watersports and health. Hector's journey through various disciplines is diverse. Giving him a solid foundation to build on, with tons of cross pollination. From gliding effortlessly above the water on a hydrofoil to mastering the ch
Case 10 - Randy making Derty Boards look good
The X-foils case number 10 with Randy Campos. Owner and shaper of “Derty” Boards, a brand known for its innovative approach and shaping anything he feels would float! Randy's background in skateboarding, motocross, kiting and surfing, giving him a unique perspective on board design.
@dertyrc
One of Randy's early interests was prone foiling, a discipline he thought might not be the future
Case 9 - Dont do anything Roy does, it wont work for you!
The X-Foils Case number 9 featuring another crew member and foiling enthusiast, Roy Young. From learning how to foil Prone foiling to hating winging with a passion at the start, Roy's journey is like a rollercoaster of unwavering dedication and a mad love affair with things that look weird.
However, it was Downwind foiling that truly captured Roy's heart, leading him to dive deep into its
Case #8 - Kiko Dalmau gives us a Puerto Rico Water sports History lesson
This week on the X-Foils Podcast case number 8, In this episode, we shine a spotlight on Kiko Dalmau, a household name among Puerto Rico's watersports fanatics.
Who's always at the forefront of the action, with a strong passion for the wind and waves. Kiko is not just a participant but a catalyst for innovation in the world of watersports. His competitive spirit fuels his passion. From
Case #7 - Wren rides Goofy and Regular to keep her Butt symmetrical
This Case number 7 of the X-foils Podcast we sit down with Wren Dougherty.
What can we say about Wren! She Chose a perfect balance between Puerto Rico in the Winter and The Gorge in the Summer time to stay on foil as much as possible. Focusing on wingfoil racing, and mastering the art of Downwind foiling this summer.
You can find Wren at the reef floating on her wingfoil gear taking videos of the
Case #6 - Sean Reyngoudt Badass Amputee can do it better than us
This Episode of the X-foils Puerto Rico Episode 6 I (Dylan) Sit down with Sean Reyngoudt, Local surfer, Kiter, foiler, winger and Badass. Sean lost his left leg below the knee in a forklift accident in 2003 when he was 19. We learn about how he got back into sports and that there is nothing he cannot do. Not only does he do all the disciplines, he absolutely Rips.
Sean is now training and competi
Case #5 - Why is Dylan your host, what drives him if not on a Foil.
This Episode of the X-Foils Episode 5, we switch up roles and let Walt Interview Dylan Co-Founder of Kite Puerto Rico / N1 surf shop and your host of this Podcast. We all thought it would be a good idea to get more details and some history into Dylans past and where he comes from in his watersports roll. Quickly rolling over some history of how Dylan got into running schools, and moving to Puerto
Case #4 The birth of Downwind in Puerto Rico in Pursuit of Foil Perfection with Mickey
The X-Foils Podcast Episode 4, Dylan as your host and Co-Hosted with Walt sit down with Mickey from San Juan Paddleboarding. Mickey Learned how to foil 7 years ago exclusively to Downwind SUP foil! We get into what pieces of equipment he could glue together to start learning a sport no one in Puerto Rico was into yet. No Titles given to Mickey for the birth of the DownWind Foil scene in Puerto Ric
X-Foils Case #2 Gio clocks over 800 miles on a DownWind Foil
This Episode 2 of the X-Foils Puerto Rico, Dylan your host sits down with Local Downwind foiler Giovanni and digs into some of his water history. Trying to Get to the bottom of why he is so hooked and went off the deep end. 93 downwind sessions covering over 800 Miles on a DW board in 10 months and selling his precious guitar collection to buy some foils.
We tell a story of some nasty sessions an
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