Episode #135: Jason Sauer

On this episode, Luc Moore sits down with adaptive athlete and passionate foil pioneer Jason Sauer for an inspiring conversation about resilience, reinvention, and the transformative power of foiling. After a life-altering accident that resulted in double above-knee amputations, Jason shares his raw and honest journey — from the darkness of early recovery and substance struggles, through bobsled and sit-ski racing, to discovering freedom on the water with custom-built seated foiling setups and Foil Drive assistance. He opens up about the mental and physical challenges of adapting to foiling, building his own equipment, learning to wing foil, and the daily realities of pain, motivation, and self-acceptance. Jason also discusses the profound impact of adaptive sports, the freedom he found in winter sliding sports, his early experiments with seated wake foiling, and his ongoing mission to make foiling more accessible for others with significant disabilities. From sit-skiing in Park City to pioneering seated ocean foiling on Australia’s Sunshine Coast, his story is a powerful testament to human resilience and the healing power of finding your next passion. Episode Highlights: The pivotal moment that led Jason from wheelchair basketball to bobsled and sit-ski racing Transitioning from snow to water and building his first custom seated foil boards The role of Foil Drive in unlocking independence and progression Challenges and breakthroughs in seated wing foiling and wave riding Living with chronic pain, sobriety, and the ongoing journey of self-acceptance Why passion in adaptive sports can turn the lights back on after injury Advice and inspiration for anyone facing major life challenges A deeply honest, motivating, and stoke-filled conversation about overcoming adversity, pushing personal limits, and the universal joy of foiling — no matter your starting point. Follow Jason on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jason_sauer1/ Brought to you by Waterspeed App — the ultimate app for tracking, analyzing, and competing in wing, wind, kite, and foiling. Download now and join the community! 🌊✈️