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The Foil Project

Hugh Mitchell (Hubert)
Downwind Foiling
Foiling
M2O
Oahu
WA Race Week
Downwind Foil World Tour
Molokai To Oahu
Armstrong Foils
Perth
Molokai
M2M
Edo Tanas
John Hearn
Foil Racing
Short Boards (6.0–6.6)
The Foil Project Flow Show
Shark Attack
Parawing/wing Foiling
Downwind Leaderboard
Tahiti

Foiling has a story, and we are here to help write it. Join in on conversations with some of the worlds best foilers and local heroes to learn what makes them tick and what makes this sport so special. Hopefully we can learn a thing or two about foiling, and perhaps even life, along the way.

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The Molokai to Oahu (M2O) Race is the pinnacle of Downwind Foiling, a race that top athletes train for years to just complete. In 2023 Christian was unexpectedly diagnosed with a chondrosarcoma of his left humerus and suddenly his foiling journey cam... more

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Axel Pham placed 13th in the Voyager Foiler Race, 10th in Paddle Imua, 6th in M2M then 3rd in the Kamolo and 3rd in the M2O... talk about a force to be reckoned with!

This year Axel has deferred his engineering degree to pursue the world of downwind... more

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Adam Snow sit's down with Hugh to chat all things Hawaii Race Season after completing his first M2O race and placing #1 amongst the unseeded riders. The Molokai to Oahu race this year was a brutal test of strength and endurance and it was awesome to ... more

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Hugh chats with Caitlin Baxter, who just completed her first M2M race! She dives into everything Hawaii race season including some of the epic battles that went down during the race. Cheers Caity!

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Hugh talks to James Casey about the Downwind Foil World Tour. What is the Downwind Foil World Tour? Who can win this year? Who should you watch out for, and what is the organisation set up to achieve?

Good luck to all the racers tomorrow for the M2M... more

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Hugh chats with Jon Mann about the crazy fast times and close finishes of Paddle Imua this year, plus what to expect for M2M and M2O!

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Hugh chat's with Jadon Neuendorf who placed 14th in the recent Voyager Foiler x Wetfeet race on Oahu. They talk all things racing including Jadon's move to F4 foils this year, Voyager x Wetfeet race results and the top competitors to look out for thi... more

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Recent Guests

Christian Park
Professional foiler and cancer survivor who completed Molokai to Oahu in a remarkable comeback
Takuma (sponsor during recovery) / Unifoil (sponsor)
Episode: Christian Park: Beating Bone Cancer and The Channel of Bones - A Moloka'i 2 Oahu Race Story | Ep. 51
Axel Pham
Competitive downwind foiler from Tahiti
Armstrong Foils
Episode: Axel Pham - The Rising Star of Hawaii Race Season 2026 || Hawaii Race Season Ep.7
Adam Snow
Top unseeded athlete; guest on the podcast
Code Riders (mentioned in context)
Episode: Adam Snow: #1 Unseeded Athlete in the Molokai to Oahu 2026 || Hawaii Race Season Ep.6
Caitlin Baxter
Pro foil racer, participant in M2M and Downwind World Tour events
Downwind Foil World Tour / racer
Episode: Caitlin Baxter - Post M2M Debrief || Hawaii Race Season Ep.5
James Casey
Guest discussing the Downwind Foil World Tour and related topics
Episode: The Downwind Foil World Tour and Hawaii Race Season with James Casey || Hawaii Race Season Ep.4
Jon Mann
Foil racer and race analyst invited guest
Episode: Jon Mann - Post Paddle Imua debrief: Let's dive into Race Stats || Hawaii Race Season Ep.3
Jadon Neuendorf
Pro downwind foiler discussed as guest
Independent athlete (sponsored by Kaohi, previously by F4 Foils)
Episode: Jadon Neuendorf - Pre Paddle Imua Race chat || Hawaii Race Season Ep.2
Trent Carter
Professional foiling athlete, competitive racer
Episode: Trent Carter - The Hawaiin Race Season Begins || Hawaii Race Season Ep.1
Will Philips
Foiling athlete sharing a weekend adventure and near-mroke incident
WA foiling community
Episode: When Prone Downwind Sends GO WRONG! | Will Philips | Ep. 43

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Hugh
Host of the Foil Project

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Christian Park: Beating Bone Cancer and The Channel of Bones - A Moloka'i 2 Oahu Race Story | Ep. 51
Q: Do you think you would have finished without the surgery and the experience you had beforehand?
The guest suggests that while some may have finished under different circumstances, the drive to prove himself and the accumulated preparation made finishing possible, and the journey itself was the core accomplishment.
Axel Pham - The Rising Star of Hawaii Race Season 2026 || Hawaii Race Season Ep.7
Q: What are your plans for the upcoming season and what does the France tour look like for you?
He plans to head to France earlier for fast run sessions, participate in Saint Tropez and Crozon events, and return to Western Australia for more competition and development of form ahead of the next season.
Axel Pham - The Rising Star of Hawaii Race Season 2026 || Hawaii Race Season Ep.7
Q: Can you share your backstory and how engineering and a sponsorship shaped your foiling career?
Axel spoke about growing up in Tahiti, moving to France for engineering studies, then accepting a contract with Armstrong to compete globally, while choosing to pause formal studies to pursue foiling full-time.
Axel Pham - The Rising Star of Hawaii Race Season 2026 || Hawaii Race Season Ep.7
Q: What mental tactics helped you get through the race, especially in the middle sections?
He cites David Goggins' 40 percent rule to break through perceived limits, maintaining focus and repeating a mantra of pushing past mental barriers, which kept him going when the body began to tire.
Axel Pham - The Rising Star of Hawaii Race Season 2026 || Hawaii Race Season Ep.7
Q: How did you approach the M2O start and what was the start line like?
Axel described a cautious start with light wind, deciding to upsize his foil based on a friend's advice, and then executing a strategic race plan to chase a lead group, ultimately pushing hard through the HK run and a late-push to the finish.

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What is The Foil Project about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series spotlights the world of downwind foiling, pairing in-depth conversations with top athletes, shapers, and local organizers. Episodes routinely cover race strategy, wind and sea-state dynamics, gear evolution, and safety considerations—often anchored by vivid first-person accounts from guests who live and train on the water. Highlighted themes include the culture and community around foiling, mentorship within training camps, and the push-pull between pursuing speed and maintaining safety in high-risk conditions. Unique threads frequently appear around board design, new formats or events, and the resilience required to progress in a niche sport, which makes the show a compelling listen for athletes, designers, coaches, and engaged... more

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