Chasing the ultimate storms - a chat with Benjamin May

26/05/2025 50 min Temporada 1 Episodio 37
Chasing the ultimate storms - a chat with Benjamin May

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In this episode, professional foiler Benjamin May shares his journey from a young athlete with dreams of living off sports to becoming a champion in the foiling community. He discusses the evolution of his skills, the impact of social media, and the challenges of being a professional athlete, including financial realities and the importance of community support. Benjamin also shares insights on training, competition strategies, and the thrill of chasing storms for the perfect foiling conditions.Chapters00:00 The Journey to Professional Foiling06:27 The Process of Learning Tricks11:48 Traveling and Competing as a Pro Foiler16:30 Chasing Storms and Planning Sessions24:23 Pump Foiling Competitions34:39 Water Starts and Foot Straps in Wing Foiling37:30 Behind the Scenes of Photo Shoots41:14 Upcoming Competitions and Events44:36 Jumps and Tricks