Basis Surf Podcast
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Surf tips and stories for the everyday surfer
Basis Surf Podcast
1w ago
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@wooly_macpherson_surf_coach of Wooly TV, a surfboard reviewer and surf coach shared with us the boards that blew his mind. He dove deep into the tips on how to get better at surfing and how to find the perfect board for you.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Ian's Experience as a Surfer
08:57 Ian's Journey as a Competitive Surfer
15:36 Technique and Unlocking Surfing Potential
31:24 Considerations for Bigger Framed Surfers
50:23 Popular Boards at the Surf Shop
01:01:16 Dream Wave: Snapper
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Basis Surf Podcast
2w ago
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@antoineallain, a former competitive surfer and coach shared valuable tips with us on how to approach your bottom turns like a tiger and to explode into your top turns and many other interesting topics.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Anton's Surfing Style
08:40 Transitioning from Beach Breaks to Point Breaks
15:19 Mastering Airs and Competition Success
30:25 The Importance of a Good Bottom Turn
37:07 Etiquette in Crowded Lineups
45:39 The Role of Coaches in Surfing
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Basis Surf Podcast
1M ago
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In this week’s podcast, I had the chance to talk to surfboard reviewer Thomye of @thomyesurfs who probably surfs waves that are the smaller everyday mushy beach breaks that a lot of us surf regularly. We talked about the surfboards that changed his life, how he optimizes his boards, and a ton of other helpful tips.
Chapters
00:00 Getting Started in Surfing
04:51 The Importance of Consistency in Surfing Progression
08:09 The Impact of Equipment on Surfing Performance
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Basis Surf Podcast
1M ago
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Clayton Nienaber, the surf coach of @ombesurf joins me in this week’s podcast to reveal the key to unlocking better surfing by understanding the mechanics of a wave and learning about speed, power, and flow.
Chapters
00:00 Starting with a Passion for Surfing
04:15 Transitioning to Board Shaping
07:41 The Importance of Making Mistakes
10:28 Understanding Surfing Levels: Freeze, Flight, Fight, Flow
13:22 The Relationship Between Speed, Power, and Flow
19:11 The Power and Energy of Waves
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Basis Surf Podcast
2M ago
On this week’s podcast we have Matt Parker of @albumsurf, the creative shaper behind some of the most innovative alternative surfboards out there including asyms, twins, fishes, and more. @albumsurf has an incredible team of riders including @victorbernard0, @asher_pacey, @margomargs, and @josh_kerr84. Join us as he shares his journey into shaping and the process of creating unique boards for each of these unique surfers.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Alternative Boards
06:18 Understanding Asymmetrical Boards
14:21 Factors to Consider in Board Design
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Basis Surf Podcast
2M ago
Victor Bernardo (@victorbernard0) is one of the most talented free surfers in the world with a silky but explosive style and in this podcast we dive deep into how he developed his style and technique, the boards he rides from @albumsurf, and his journey through surfing.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Early Surfing Years
03:40 Growing Up in Brazil and Surfing Near Sao Paulo
08:00 Surfing Culture in Brazil
12:13 Getting Into Competing
16:10 Natural Talent and Hard Work
17:27 Working with Coaches
21:18 Impact of Coaching on Surfing Style
24:59 Influences on Surfing Style
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Basis Surf Podcast
3M ago
In this episode, Anthony Spencer (@anthonyspenncer), a twin fin and longboard aficionado with silky style from Western Australia, discusses his approach to surfing, his experience riding different surfboard types and how they each influence his style, starting with shortboards and transitioning to longboards and then to twin fins. He also talks about the importance of matching boards to the surf conditions and the value of having a fitness routine to help prevent injuries instead of dealing with them after the fact. He also shares his insights on style, emphasizing the importance of slowing th ..read more
Basis Surf Podcast
3M ago
Kassia Meador (@kassiasurf) shares her experiences and insights on longboarding. She starts out with her roots from surfing with her dad in C-Street and Malibu, to contests in Costa Rica and Australia and to eventually getting sponsored by Roxy. She shares her insights on noseriding and turning logs, emphasizing the importance of slowing down and moving with precision. She discusses her own take on style and her focus on refining skills by trying out as many boards as she can. She mentions her surf retreats in Nicaragua with @riseupsurfretreats and what makes them unique before ending by descr ..read more
Basis Surf Podcast
3M ago
In this episode we have Noel Salas, surfboard reviewer and host of Surf ‘n Show (@surf_n_show). Known for his comprehensive surfboard reviews, Noel’s insights have become a trusted resource for surfers looking to invest in new gear. He discusses the process of dialing in surfboards, how to find the right volume, the importance of speed and rails in surfing, the progression of surfboard design, his favorite boards, transitioning between boards, the experience of surfing in a wave pool, and his top tips for how to improve as a surfer.
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Basis Surf Podcast
4M ago
In this conversation, Sam Hammer (@hammeredsam) and David Santa Maria (@davidjames80) of @surfhealthpro discuss various aspects of surfing, including getting barreled and maintaining fitness for longevity in the sport. They emphasize the importance of choosing the right board, picking the right waves, taking off behind the peak, developing paddle fitness, and improving hip mobility and proper technique for pop-ups. They also discuss the value of patience in surfing, the process of overcoming fear and becoming comfortable in bigger waves and the influence of social media on surfing expectations ..read more