Born in Cancun in 2007, Mexican waterman "Jerónimo Abogado Irish’ Stephenson" took to the water at just two years old. Today, he represents Mexico on the Olympic Windsurfing circuit while pushing boundaries across kite foil big air, surf foiling, and winging. From dockstarting at home to gearing up for his first Ironman, he brings pure ocean versatility and high-performance energy to SABFOIL.
Jerónimo Abogado
Where are you from?
Cancun, Mexico
When were you born?
12th November 2007
How old were you when you became a waterman?
I was two years old the first time my dad put me on his windsurf board, but my journey as a full on waterman started when I was around 7!
Which foil disciplines do you practice?
I represent Mexico in the Olympic Windsurfing Circuit, and apart from that I enjoy kite foil big air, surf foiling, winging, and wake foiling.
What do you love about hydrofoil compared to other watersports?
The ability foils give you to have fun in any type of place, and conditions!
What's your favorite trick or riding style?
I really enjoy going big on the kite foil, or surf foiling with straps and using the wave!
Which are your 3 favorite spots for foiling? Why?
Home: I am blessed to live by the channel and there’s nothing like dockstarting or getting towed out to the sea from home.
Hawaii: the infinite playground, ocean swells that never and sometimes winds you can’t explain.
Vallarta Mexico: seeing whales jump while racing, or dolphins swim by while wainting on the lineup for your next wave is something you never forget.
Other passions besides hydrofoiling?
I’m really passionate about road cycling, and other disciplines that push my limit. Currently 1 month out from my first Ironman!