Young Ripper Makani Andrews on Racing, Foiling & Olympic Dreams | The Blue Planet Show   Join Robert Stehlik in another exciting episode of the Blue Planet Show featuring 17-year-old Makani Andrews, a rising star in the world of competitive foiling and windsurfing on Oahu, Hawaii. Despite only having three years of experience in both sports, Makani has already made significant strides, traveling and competing in multiple events, including the Olympic trials in Miami, the Youth Worlds in Italy, and the World Champs in Spain. His notable achievements include clinching first place in C19 and 5th or 6th overall at the Nationals in San Francisco. Makani discusses his ambitions for the 2028 Long Beach Olympics and the rigorous qualifications required. He elaborates on the similarities and differences between windsurf foiling and wing foiling, emphasizing the advanced equipment needed for competitive racing. Makani also shares insights into his training routines at Kaneohe Bay and highlights the benefits of various gear setups, including the difference between single and double canopy wings. The discussion extends to detailed technical aspects of foils, including the importance of shimming for performance optimization. Makani's partnership with PPC and Sobfoils is also explored, showcasing the latest innovations in wing and foil design. The episode concludes with a look at the high-quality construction and customizable features of Sobfoils' products, making them suitable for both everyday use and high-stakes competitive racing. Follow Makani Andrews on Instagram (@makani.andrews) to stay updated on his latest sessions and achievements. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:33 Makani's Journey in Foiling and Windsurfing 01:46 Olympic Campaign and Competitions 03:31 Comparing Windsurf Foiling and Wing Foiling 07:18 Growing Up in Kaneohe and Early Sailing Days 11:39 Wing Foil Racing Equipment and Innovations 17:01 Sponsorships and Future Prospects 18:37 Exciting New Gear from Sobfoil 18:57 Exclusive Dealer in Hawaii 19:06 Exploring the Medusa Pro 19:25 Introducing the Leviathan 1350 19:58 Pump Foiling Insights 21:08 Convenient Mast System 22:43 Customizing Your Foil Setup 30:02 Razor Pro for Surf Foiling 32:33 Red Devil vs. Other Foils 34:48 Final Thoughts and Social Media  

The interview documents an in-depth conversation between Rob Stehlik and Paul Martin, the CEO and Co-founder of Foil Drive, at the AWSI show in Hood River 2024.

In a special episode of the Blue Planet Show, guest host Tyler Landon interviews Rob Stehlik, the founder of Blue Planet.

Aidan Nicholas was at the Armstrong booth at the 2024 AWSI show in Hood River and I had the opportunity to interview him.  We talk about the 2024 M2O race he won by a big margin,  the Armstrong equipment he uses for racing and freestyle, wings, boards, foils, and riding in the Gorge the days before the show.

Robert Stehlik introduces Dave Kalama as a pioneer in various water sports, including windsurfing, surfing, towing, and foiling. Dave’s innovations have significantly influenced these sports, making them more accessible to the masses. He is currently at the forefront of designing advanced foiling boards widely used by athletes worldwide.

In this video our wing foil crew consisting of Derek, Matt, Kevin and Robert talk about our experience crossing the Ka’iwi channel between Molokai and Oahu in the 2024 M2O Foil edition race.

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