Wing Foil Team
Wingfoil team
Terence Clappers
Athlete . Instructor . Waterman
Country: Bonaire Caribbean Islands
Specialty: Wing Foil, Freestyle, Slalom and surf foil
Age: 21
Favorite spot: BONAIRE Sorobon
Achievements:
- 1st Place Aruba Hi-Wing Foil 2024
- 2nd Aruba Hi-Winds Slalom Wing Foil 2024
- 2nd Place Dutsch Championships DAMX 2024
Bio:
" As a kid, I was always drawn to the water, fishing, swimming, and windsurfing. I was consistently active in water sports, and windsurfing became my passion. Following Taty Frans' footsteps, I competed in professional slalom and became a multiple-time champion. My addiction to water sports was so strong that even on windless days, I would windfoil to stay competitive in every windsurfing division.
In 2021, I began wing foiling and found excitement in it. Wing freestyle has always presented a challenge, but I'm in love with the complicated and crazy movements. Slalom racing is undoubtedly my forte, and I excel at it. Racing on a wing foil is like a shot of adrenaline; gliding on the water at high speeds and feeling the wind's power is my ultimate addiction.
In my daily life, windsurfing and wing foiling are my passions. I also love teaching both. I am grateful for the opportunity to share my expertise in these sports and witness the positive impact they have on my students. I'm deeply in love with the island lifestyle, where water and sun are abundant, and the positive vibes continuously fuel my athletic pursuits. "
Terence Clappers
Rasmus Sayre
Athlete . Waterman . Sailor
Country: USA
Specialty: Surf Wing Foil, Wing Foil, Slalom, Downwind Racing and Freestyle
Age: 26
Favorite Spot to Foil: Hood River Oregon, Baja, Northern Atlantic Coast
Achievements:
- US Nationals 10th 2024
- The Gorge Blowout 7th 2024
- New England Championship 1st 2024
- Defi Wind 47th 2024
- Formula Wing European Championship 20th 2024
- Gorge Paddle Challenge 3rd 2023
- 3rd Place 2023 Gorge Paddle Challenge Wing Course Race
Bio:
Rasmus Sayre is a lifelong water sports athlete. A childhood spent living on the island of Martha’s Vineyard fueled a passion for being on the water. His parents, both former professional windsurfers, engrained in him a competitive racing spirit. Rasmus followed in his parents’ footsteps, racing windsurfers worldwide, along the way winning youth national and international championships.
He credits his ability to read the wind and water conditions on his time competitively sailing dinghies, where the slower pace of racing turns the ocean into a chess board. Rasmus also raced kite foils and was an early adopter of wingfoiling. These experiences prepared him to be a top competitor in the developing sport of wingfoil racing.
Home base for Rasmus is Massachusetts, and when he isn’t out wing foiling, surfing, downwind SUP foiling, or spearfishing, he coaches sailing and works to protect the beautiful wild spaces that he enjoys every day.
“ YOU HAVE NOT WON THE RACE UNLESS IN DOING SO YOU HAVE EARNED THE RESPECT OF YOUR COMPETITORS. ”
Rasmus Sayre
Livio Menelau
Athlete . Father . Waterman
Country: USA
Specialty: Downwind Racing and Surf Wing Foiling
Age: 45
Achievements:
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Paddle Imua 10th 2024
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M2M adult 1st 2024
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M2O Overall 40 plus 7th 2024
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M2O Triple Crown 40 plus 2024
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Paddle Imua 6th 2023
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M2M Maui to Molokai 3rd 2023
- Paddle Imua 2023, 5th place
- Paddle Imua 2022, 6th place
- SIC Race Hood River 2022, 5th place
Bio:
" I plunged headfirst into the world of wing foiling during the tumultuous pandemic. My journey started with the SUP foil, but my heart was set on soaring above the water. Wing foiling allowed me to explore local reefs and locations on Maui I had not been able to reach before.
In 2022, I started my journey into downwind racing, a pursuit that has become my passion. Annually, I participate in the SIC Gorge Paddle Challenge, a unique downwinding event in the US, and in local races on Maui, where the concept of downwinding originated.
In every wave conquered, every race completed, and every moment shared with my family, I discover fulfillment as an athlete, a devoted father, and a true waterman. "
Livio Menelau
Ludovic Teulade
Athlete . Waterman . Wing Foil Instructor
Country: USA
Specialty: Sup Downwind foil and Surf Wing Foil
Age: 28
Favorite Spot to Foil: Majanicho, Canary Island
Bio:
" I initially got into foiling to explore the thrill of downwind runs, seeking greater speed and new possibilities. The sensation was incredible, and I immediately recognized the foil's potential!
Next, I ventured into wingfoiling to experience the exciting opportunities this discipline offers. It's a completely new way to enjoy any water condition. It's incredibly fun to fly in light winds, navigate freely, ride small waves, and quickly return to the break zone. For me, it significantly enhances the feeling of speed and freeriding on the water.
One of my best experiences was crossing Lake Neuchâtel on a downwind SUP foil. I never imagined doing something like that, and even on a lake, the descent felt magical! Now, I'm thrilled to teach foiling, as people experience incredible sensations on their first flights. "
Ludovic Teulade
Junior Wingfoil team
Currently competing on the French national tour, Anaé takes just as much pleasure in riding on her home spot in Morbihan.
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Anaé was born and still lives in Brittany on the Ria d'Étel (Morbihan). At just 15, she had already experienced the fun of sailing an optimist, surfing, diving and more. She soon discovered surfing and windsurfing, and immediately fell in love with the ocean! After several years of practicing water sports, Anaé became a sailing instructor's assistant. By 2022, more and more wingfoilers were appearing on the water, and Anaé began foiling for the first time. It was the turning point! After 6 months, she took part in her first competitions and entered the world of wingfoil. She's particularly fond of racing for the speed sensations it offers.