Price You Pay Podcast | Season 1 Episode 4

In this captivating episode, we explore the dynamic world of Kite Foil Racing through the remarkable journey of young athlete Oscar Timm. Oscar tells us about his swift ascent in this high-adrenaline sport. He shares how he made the bold decision to travel to The Netherlands for the Sailing Youth Worlds in 2022, setting the stage for his first international event, just a year away. What's even more fascinating is Oscar's long-term plan to represent Australia on his local waters of Mooloolaba.

The episode also delves into the financial challenges of Kite Foil Racing, a sport that demands a significant investment. We uncover how Oscar's family, led by his father Kai, navigated these financial hurdles and how a chance encounter with local kite surfer and angel investor Carl Hartmann proved to be a game-changer. Carl, known for his expertise in the start-up world, saw something special in Oscar and decided to offer support.

As we explore the world of Kite Foil Racing, Oscar and Carl describe the equipment and the art of harnessing wind power to achieve breathtaking speeds. Furthermore, we get an inside look at how Carl's experience in the start-up space informed his decision to support an athlete like Oscar and how this support eased the young athlete's journey towards his sporting dreams.

In this conversation, Chatta-Box Media’s Sarah Maxwell, Oscar Timm, Kai Tim and Carl Hartmann discuss:
 

• Oscar's rapid rise in KiteFoil Racing and how he discovered the sport.

• Carl Hartmann's journey as an angel investor and his decision to support Oscar.

• The financial challenges and support for athletes in high-cost sports.

• Balancing school work, training, and international competition.

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