Bulwarks and Bulldust Features Third-Generation Boat Builder David French's Passion for Foiling
Sailing might seem like an age-old adventure, but leave it to David French from Skeeta Watersports to reinvent it and breathe fresh wind to its sails. Featured in the third season of Bulwarks and Bulldust, this third-generation boat builder exploded back into the sailing scene, but this time with a twist - foiling. French’s narrative resonates powerfully, mirroring not only his own experiences but also the emerging passion of his children for this invigorating sport. His tale convincingly asserts that the desire to take to the skies, just as much as the seas, can indeed renew sailing enthusiasts’ love for their sport. His story, rooted in his deeply personal relationship with sailing and boat building, embodies a grass-roots perspective that is as authentic as it is inspiring. As a qualified engineer, French articulates the joys and challenges of designing and building the very boats used in foiling. This story serves as a stirring reminder that the spirit of innovation is never far from the world of water sports. Yet David’s mission doesn’t stop at his own enjoyment of foiling. He is also committed to promoting the sport among the younger generations. It is this very determination that has made the Junior Foiling Cup a global success, reflecting French’s influence in this exciting, evolving sports realm. Bulwarks and Bulldust followers are invited to join the conversation with French, hosted by Wally Tench, Adrian Finglas, and Ben Kelly. Viewers can witness firsthand French’s experiences, insights, and inspirations in a compelling narrative sure to inspire sailing enthusiasts to embark on a thrilling new adventure. Bulwarks and Bulldust’s enduring support from prominent sponsors like Pantaenius Sail and Motor Yacht Insurance, The Boat Works Gold Coast, GINEICO, REVO, and Big Duck Inflatables only serves to accentuate the growing appeal of French’s story and/or foiling. This exciting episode of Bulwarks and Bulldust can be accessed for FREE via Spotify or YouTube, allowing an even wider audience to join in French’s captivating journey.
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