It is always great to talk to Gwen - he's such an inspiration!

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Summary

Matt and Gwen discuss the evolution of foil sports, particularly focusing on paddle racing in Hawaii and the Parawing. Gwen shares his experiences from recent races in Hawaii, including the challenges and strategies involved. They delve into the growing popularity of Parawings and how they are changing the landscape of water sports. Additionally, Gwen talks about his new adventure in paragliding and how it complements his foiling skills. The conversation wraps up with Gwen's future plans and his thoughts on community engagement in the sports world.

00:00 Introduction and Overview

02:51 Racing in Hawaii

10:16 Tactics in Downwinding

16:35 The Finish Line: Strategy

22:29 Exploring the Double Skin Parawing

28:05 New Techniques

36:16 Paragliding: A New Adventure

38:56 Future Plans and Community Engagement