Basis Surf Podcast

Train your paddling anywhere, anytime so you can catch more waves and have more fun with the Basis Paddle Trainer. Shipping globally now at https://www.surfbasis.com/  In this episode we’ve got Cliff Kapono, a pro surfer and scientist from the Big Island of Hawaii. We speak about his approach to surfing growing up, from riding whatever boards were around to chasing the feeling of freedom and safety in the ocean. We then get into how his relationship with surfing changed over the years, and discuss the concept of chasing waves with inner peace. We also talk about his incredible work studying reef structures and their connection to surf breaks. And finally, Cliff also just came out with an amazing film, Circadian Rhythms, that encapsulates this circular story of his approach and relationship to surfing.  Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 00:48 Paddle Power and Getting More Waves 01:31 Introducing Cliff Kapono and Circadian Rhythms 02:18 Growing Up Surfing on the Big Island 05:23 Boarding School and Weekend Surf Missions 10:15 Surf Culture, Boards, and Early Style 13:11 Surfing as Stability and Escape 16:44 Chasing Feeling Over Performance 18:56 Learning 360s, Airs, and Obsession 21:42 First Sessions at Pipeline 26:01 Stepping Away From Surfing 30:06 Boards as Tools for Feeling 35:44 Letting Go of Validation and Learning Turns 45:07 The Meaning Behind Circadian Rhythms 52:39 Surf Science, Reefs, and What’s Next Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Tom Carroll, Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Eric Arakawa, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Parker Coffin, Dane Gudauskas, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, and more! Join our community of over 100k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok

Train your paddling anywhere, anytime so you can catch more waves and have more fun with the Basis Paddle Trainer. Shipping globally now at https://www.surfbasis.com/  Jonas a.k.a. Bohemian Surf Bum is a German surfer and content creator who’s in the process of making a surf film titled Coastal Cowboy. In this episode, we talk about the problems that arise when you try to force surfing before you’re ready. He shares stories of frustration and ego and the many walls he hit while learning the basics of surfing. We also discuss why flow, comfort, and endurance in surfing isn’t built on power or repetition alone, but also on intention and time in the water.  Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 00:29 Introducing the Coastal Cowboy Film 00:46 Paddle Power Is the Limiting Factor 02:24 Prevalence of German Surfers 03:40 Leaving Germany for Surfing 04:44 Reconnecting With Surfing During COVID 07:45 Surfing as Therapy and Emotional Reset 12:22 Flow vs Forcing in Surfing 13:09 The Struggle With Overthinking Progress 14:54 Breaking Through Surfing Plateaus 16:03 The Importance of Humility in the Lineup 18:31 Learning More on Shitty Waves 23:47 Training Surf Skills on Dry Land 24:51 Transitioning to Longboarding 27:05 Surf Trips Without Forecasts or Phones 28:09 The Surf-Horse Adventure Begins Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Tom Carroll, Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Eric Arakawa, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Parker Coffin, Dane Gudauskas, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, and more! Join our community of over 100k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook

Train your paddling anywhere, anytime so you can catch more waves and have more fun with the Basis Paddle Trainer. Shipping globally now at https://www.surfbasis.com/  In this episode, we have a returning guest, Olympic coach and ISA World Master Champ, Magnum Martinez. Having gone through a serious hamstring injury, he talks about the importance of rehabilitation, patience, and adapting surfing techniques, especially when transitioning to bigger boards. Magnum also highlights the significance of paddle fitness and the keys to a good pop up. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 00:00  Paddle Training & Staying Surf‑Ready   01:36  Podcast Intro & Magnum’s Background   03:57  The Injury: How It Happened   07:22  Immediate Aftermath & Realizing the Severity   09:59  Mental Challenge of Recovery   13:51  Rehab Mindset: Patience, Healing, and Discipline   20:15  Physical Therapy, Massage, and Long‑Term Commitment   25:33  Injury Prevention, Flexibility, and Aging as an Athlete   29:26  Returning to Surfing & Pop‑Up Limitations   34:17  Footwork, Range of Motion, and Technique Adjustments   37:15  Riding Bigger Boards After Injury   44:14  Training Harder After 50   50:11  Board Size, Rail Engagement, and Progression   56:54  Single Fins, Longer Lines, and Surf Technique Development   01:04:23  Paddle Technique, Fitness, and Basis Trainer Insights   Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Tom Carroll, Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Eric Arakawa, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Parker Coffin, Dane Gudauskas, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, and more! Join our community of over 100k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook

Train your paddling anywhere, anytime so you can catch more waves and have more fun with the Basis Paddle Trainer. Shipping globally now at https://www.surfbasis.com/  In this episode, @micahmargieson talks about his evolution as a surfer, from growing up on the Gold Coast with his dad Brendan “Margo” Margieson, to finding his own approach to surfboards, style, and mindset. Micah shared what it was like growing up with his dad, and how that helped him stay grounded during his junior comp years. We also got into his surfboard sponsorship journey, starting with STCY, then moving through Chilli, Sharp Eye, Album, Arakawa, and eventually landing on JS, with specific mention of the Golden Child surfboard. He breaks down what worked, what didn’t, and how trying different designs and fin set ups has shaped his surfing. We also talked about how he trains and how he keeps his flow.  Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 00:48 Micah’s Paddle Power Transformation 02:58 Growing Up with Margo 04:19 Lessons from Dad: Pressure, Style & Mental Game 05:13 Learning to Surf the Right Way 08:16 Micah’s Influences & Style Evolution 12:39 Flow State and No Intention Surfing 15:08 Training Philosophy & Balance 17:40 Paddle Fitness in Europe 21:00 Board Journey: From Stacey to Sharp Eye 23:25 Riding Maurice Coles & Board Feel 27:09 Transition to Album Surfboards 30:56 Finding the Golden Child (JS Industries) 33:07 Step-Ups, Big Waves & the Big Horse 35:29 Fins, Small Wave Boards, and What’s Next Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Tom Carroll, Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Eric Arakawa, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Parker Coffin, Dane Gudauskas, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, and more! Join our community of over 100k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook

2-4X your wavecount with the Basis Paddle Trainer and accelerate your progression and fun. Shipping globally. www.surfbasis.com Get free resources to upgrade your paddle power https://linktr.ee/gosurfbasis Join hundreds of other surfers who have dramatically boosted their wave count and progression.  For many surfers, paddle power is their biggest limiting constraint, so paddle training is the highest returning investment you can make in your surfing. Alister Cran (@surf_rehab) is a surf rehab specialist who helps professional and everyday surfers overcome surfing related injuries. He talks about the most common injuries he sees, particularly knee, neck, back and hip injuries, and mentions some simple but effective ways to prevent them. Throughout our chat, Alister continues to emphasize the importance of strength training, mobility, and mental health in injury recovery and performance enhancement. We also touch on the significance of deliberate practice in improving surf and paddle technique, the impact of surf-specific training equipment, and finally close off with Alister’s upcoming surf physiotherapy and wellness retreats. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 02:08 Intro: Basis Surf x Surf Rehab 02:44 How Alister Became a Surf Physio 03:51 Nitro Circus, X Games & Rock Tours 06:13 Moving to Bali & Treating Pros 07:24 The Top 4 Surf Injuries 09:23 Acute vs Overuse Injuries 11:11 Best Knee Prehab: Heavy Lifting 14:51 Strength vs Mobility for Surfers 17:50 When Mobility Fails: Hip Structure Issues 22:08 Your Body as a System  26:19 Neck Wipeouts, Disc Bulges & Rehab 31:54 Simple Neck Training for Desk Surfers 34:27 Leg Strength, Paddle Trainer & Performance Gains Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Tom Carroll, Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Eric Arakawa, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Parker Coffin, Dane Gudauskas, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, and more! Join our community of over 100k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook

2-4X your wavecount with the Basis Paddle Trainer and accelerate your progression and fun. Shipping globally. https://www.surfbasis.com/ Get free resources to upgrade your paddle power https://linktr.ee/gosurfbasis Join hundreds of other surfers who have dramatically boosted their wave count and progression.  For many surfers, paddle power is their biggest limiting constraint, so paddle training is the highest returning investment you can make in your surfing. Pierre Maré grew up surfing in South Africa but is now landlocked living in London. He only surfs only once a month yet still he managed to quadruple his wave count at the wave pool in just three months after incorporating the Basis Paddle Trainer into his training sessions. In this episode, he shares how paddle fitness transformed his wave count, how fixing his paddling fixed his pop up, and why even short, focused sessions made a big difference in his surfing. We also talk about the limits of self-teaching, the impact of structured coaching, and how consistency can lead to substantial progress.  Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 00:32 Black Friday Deal and Podcast Intro 01:42 Meet Pierre Mare 01:53 Pierre's Surfing Background 03:07 Surf Access While Living in London 04:09 Pierre’s Training Results 05:23 Rehab Journey and Paddle Training Start 06:26 Wave Pool Progress and Stats 08:43 The Real Paddle Challenge in Wave Pools 10:17 Improving Wave Conversion Rates 11:27 Paddle Fatigue Affects the Pop-Up 13:50 Technique and Recovery Stroke Training 15:44 First Time Using the Paddle Trainer 16:34 Current Paddle Training Routine 19:02 Boost in Confidence and Trip Preparation 22:56 Experience With Courses and Community Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Tom Carroll, Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Eric Arakawa, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Parker Coffin, Dane Gudauskas, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, and more! Join our community of over 100k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook

2-4X your wavecount with the Basis Paddle Trainer and accelerate your progression and fun. Shipping globally. https://surfbasis.com/ Get free resources to upgrade your paddle power https://linktr.ee/gosurfbasis Join hundreds of other surfers who have dramatically boosted their wave count and progression.  For many surfers, paddle power is their biggest limiting constraint, so paddle training is the highest returning investment you can make in your surfing. This week, pro surfer Zeke Lau breaks down how his paddle training has completely transformed his surfing. From improving positioning and catching waves to boosting confidence, Zeke explains why paddle fitness is the foundation of success for surfers of all levels. Watch the full episode to learn how you can improve your paddling and take your surfing to the next level. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down, video library, and newsletter 00:00 Paddling Is the Foundation 00:17 Why Pros Still Train Paddling 00:33 Learning the Importance Late 01:35 Tour Experience Changed Everything 02:44 Cramping and Fatigue During Events 03:26 Starting Paddleboard Training 03:34 Balancing Surf and Paddle Hours 04:02 Mental Side of Paddling 04:17 Learning to Read Open Ocean 05:05 From Hating to Loving It 05:41 The Psychological Edge 06:25 Paddling for Bigger Surf 07:41 Winter Surf Wake-Up Call 08:15 Boxing Comparison for Paddling Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Eric Arakawa, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Parker Coffin, Dane Gudauskas, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, and more! Join our community of over 88k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook

2-4X your wavecount with the Basis Paddle Trainer and accelerate your progression and fun. Shipping globally. https://surfbasis.com/ Get free resources to upgrade your paddle power https://linktr.ee/gosurfbasis Join hundreds of other surfers who have dramatically boosted their wave count and progression. For many surfers, paddle power is their biggest limiting constraint, so paddle training is the highest returning investment you can make in your surfing. Brazilian big wave surfer Raquel Heckert shares her inspiring journey from surfing in Brazil to competing in Hawaii's XL waves like Jaws, Waimea, and Pipeline. She discusses her transition to big wave surfing and how to manage fear in heavy waves and hold-downs using positivity, faith, and dedication. Raquel also offers tips for chasing tubes, navigating competitive lineups, and the significance of paddle endurance in big wave surfing.  Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 00:00 Raquel Heckert: A Journey from Brazil to Big Waves 02:44 Overcoming Challenges in Surfing 05:51 The Evolution of a Big Wave Surfer 08:38 Surfing Puerto Escondido: A New Challenge 11:41 Navigating Fear in Heavy Waves 14:50 The Mental Game of Big Wave Surfing 22:11 The Mental Game of Surfing 24:27 Navigating Crowded Lineups as a Woman 28:22 The Importance of Paddling in Big Wave Surfing 30:17 Transitioning from Brazil to Hawaii 34:32 Goals and Aspirations in Surfing 36:04 Technique Breakthroughs and Learning 40:51 Reflections on Dedication and Balance 43:18 Intentions Behind Surfing Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Tom Carroll, Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Eric Arakawa, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Parker Coffin, Dane Gudauskas, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, and more! Join our community of over 100k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook

Train your paddling anywhere, anytime so you can catch more waves and have more fun with the Basis Paddle Trainer. Shipping globally now at https://www.surfbasis.com/  In this episode, we have two-time world surfing champion Tom Carroll sharing insights on surf technique, wave reading, and building a relationship with the ocean. He talks about the value in surfing different conditions, good and bad, the delicate balance between intuition and analytical thinking, and the benefits of staying physically fit and having proper equipment for maintaining performance, especially as you get older. He also offers advice for younger surfers and shares details on his upcoming retreats focused on breathwork for surfers. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 00:00 Introduction: The Ocean as a Teacher 00:51 Paddle Power and the Basis Trainer 01:52 Framing the Conversation: Surfing, Technique and Longevity 02:40 Building Wave Knowledge Over a Lifetime 05:27 Fear in Surfing and Early Experiences 07:58 Surf Everything: Learning in All Conditions 10:35 Equipment Evolution and Staying Curious 14:24 Wave Reading: Intuition vs Analysis 18:47 Developing a Mental Map of Waves 23:19 Observing and Learning from Other Surfers 25:03 Drills: Finding the Perfect Line 29:55 The Roundhouse Cutback Drill 32:25 Favorite Boards for Crappy Waves 37:22 Training for Longevity and Recovery 42:21 Final Reflections and Upcoming Retreats Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Tom Carroll, Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Eric Arakawa, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Parker Coffin, Dane Gudauskas, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, and more! Join our community of over 100k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook

Train your paddling anywhere, anytime so you can catch more waves and have more fun with the Basis Paddle Trainer. Shipping globally now at https://www.surfbasis.com/  André Gioranelli from Wet Surf Training breaks down the cultural differences in surfing, highlighting the relentless work ethic of Brazilian surfers. He also dives into a holistic approach to  surf coaching which blends fitness, nutrition, and mental prep altogether. André explains how learning to adapt to different surf conditions and practicing with Carver Skateboards can improve your surfing skills dramatically, while also calling out common misconceptions in surf instruction. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 00:36 Paddle Power and Training Tools 01:12 Meet Coach Andre Eira 02:34 Why Brazilians Dominate Pro Surfing 05:41 Training Beyond the Water 10:37 The Fire to Compete 16:06 Surfing as Sport vs. Lifestyle 18:41 Andre’s Holistic Coaching Approach 23:11 What Slows Progress in Surfing 29:25 Custom Training for Different Waves 33:02 How to Train as a Santa Cruz Surfer 34:58 Using Surf Skates to Train Style 37:54 Coaching Style and Correcting Bad Habits 45:33 Ego vs. Coachability 50:29 What Surf Instruction Often Gets Wrong 56:41 Final Thoughts, Reflections, and Advice Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Tom Carroll, Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Eric Arakawa, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Parker Coffin, Dane Gudauskas, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, and more! Join our community of over 100k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook

Train your paddling anywhere, anytime so you can catch more waves and have more fun with the Basis Paddle Trainer www.surfbasis.com In this episode Coach Ryan Croteau ( @coachcrouton_ ) joins me in talking about the secret of doing the perfect backside snap, the importance of angling your takeoff, why committing on taking off on a wave is safer than hesitating, and the value in paddle training.  Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:53 The Wave Pool Experience 04:21 The Importance of Angling your Takeoff 06:11 Importance of Reading the Ocean 09:12 Perks of Learning from Beach Breaks 15:11 Tips for Surfing Beach Breaks 17:02 Coaching in Guatemala 21:58 Surfing Pascuales 24:11 Paddle Hard and Commit to Get Tubed 26:14 Tips for Managing Fear in Surfing 31:19 Reviving Power Surfing 35:30 The Importance of Paddle Training 40:54 Lightbulb Moments in Surfing Technique 44:24 The Secret to Doing Backside Snaps 46:13 Surfing for Longevity Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Tom Carroll, Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Eric Arakawa, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Parker Coffin, Dane Gudauskas, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, and more! Join our community of over 100k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook

Train your paddling anywhere, anytime so you can catch more waves and have more fun with the Basis Paddle Trainer www.surfbasis.com  In this episode of the Basis Surf Podcast, we have Malachy and Mark of Burnd Sunscreen. We’ll be talking about the difference between chemical and mineral sunscreens, the science behind them, and we are going to dive into how safe sunscreen is for us and the environment. They will also share their insights on what is the best sunscreen for surfers, and the actual meaning behind “Reef Safe”. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 02:26 Surfers and Sunburn: Why This Is a Bigger Deal Than You Think 04:19 How Skin Cancer Took Surfers Out of the Water 06:04 What Makes a Sunscreen Actually Work? 10:06 The Myth of Thick, Caked-On Sunscreen 12:31 Why Clear Sunscreens Might Protect Better 14:17 How Chemical Sunscreens Work (and Are They Safe?) 21:36 “Reef Safe” Doesn’t Mean What You Think 24:28 Why Most Sunscreen Labels Are Misleading 26:08 What’s in Burned Sunscreen and Why It’s Different 35:56 Burned vs Other Brands 42:30 Real-World Protection: What Lasts in the Water? 52:59 Where to Find Burned + Final Thoughts Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Tom Carroll, Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Eric Arakawa, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Parker Coffin, Dane Gudauskas, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, and more! Join our community of over 100k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook

Train your paddling anywhere, anytime so you can catch more waves and have more fun with the Basis Paddle Trainer. Shipping globally now at https://www.surfbasis.com/  In this episode of the Basis Surf Podcast, we have top high-performance psychologist Dr. Michael Gervais. He’s worked with Carissa Moore, who won gold in Tokyo, and has coached a lot of top athletes, including the Seattle Seahawks during their Super Bowl run. We talk about what he learned working with Carissa, Caroline Marks’ mental approach, how Mick Fanning stays sharp, and how Kai Lenny manages fear. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 01:58 Working with Team USA for the Olympic Tokyo 2020 Games 03:35 How Losing Became a Highlight 07:30 The Mental Framework Behind Winning and Losing 15:05 Fear of Other People’s Opinion 21:11 Strategies for Coming Back to the Present Moment 28:47 Key Lessons with Carissa Moore 33:50 Key Lessons from Mick Fanning 37:17 Three Practices to Increase Awareness 43:10 Excessive Worrying is the Problem 45:28 How Kai Lenny Tackles Fear  51:21 Ask Questions and Know That You’ll Be Fine Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Tom Carroll, Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Eric Arakawa, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Parker Coffin, Dane Gudauskas, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, and more! Join our community of over 100k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook

Train your paddling anywhere, anytime so you can catch more waves and have more fun with the Basis Paddle Trainer. Shipping globally now at https://www.surfbasis.com/  In this episode of the Basis Surf Podcast, we have Barton Lynch—former world champ, Pipe Master, WSL commentator, and coach. He’s worked with pros like Sally Fitzgibbons, Kolohe Andino, and Team Australia at the ISA Games, but he also spends a lot of time helping everyday surfers. We get into the mental side of surfing—learning to trust your intuition, getting out of your own way, and surfing for the feeling. We also break down vertical backside re-entries, style, and how his drive came from a mix of total desperation and then learning to not care at all. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 02:10 Key to Success in Pipe Masters: Desperation 07:40 Passion as a Motivator 09:15 You Fail for a Living 10:30 Value and Commit to Yourself 11:25 Story with Kelly Slater 14:10 Make Yourself Happy and Help Others 16:15 Light-bulb Moments Back in the Day 21:04 Video as a Tool 23:34 On Mastering Vertical Backside Reentries 26:15 Shift from Competitive Surfing to Coaching 27:30 Emotions When Coaching 30:35 No One Approach Always Works 31:07 Learning from Surrender 32:35 Competing Against Tom Curren 34:40 If You Can’t Imagine It You Can’t Do It 35:45 On Style and Surfing for the Feeling 38:34 Drill: Surfing in First Gear with 50% Energy 39:55 You Need to Mentally Rehearse It 44:33 Method Acting and Surfing 46:26 The Intelligence that Comes from Feeling 48:58 Stop and Be Grateful 55:24 Relying on Intuition 59:56 Surfing or Me? 01:02:37 Surfing Video Game Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Tom Carroll, Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Eric Arakawa, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Parker Coffin, Dane Gudauskas, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, and more! Join our community of over 100k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook

Train your paddling anywhere, anytime so you can catch more waves and have more fun with the Basis Paddle Trainer. Shipping globally now at https://www.surfbasis.com/  In this episode of the Basis Surf Podcast, we have Michael Frampton of the Surf Mastery Podcast talk about the fundamentals of surfing, mastering how to read waves, his philosophy on surfing, the importance of paddling, and the advantages of meditation in surfing. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 02:03 Looking for the Details in The Wave 07:05 Be More Present 10:29 The Foundation of Surfing 11:11 Surfing is Just Advanced Basics 16:23 Develop Your Own Personal Surfing Philosophy  18:03 Technique is Secondary 19:15 Stress Affects Surfers of All Levels 26:05 Surfing is More of an Artform Than a Sport 31:02 Surfing Longboards Helps with Adaptability 36:17 The Shame Factor Hinders You 39:09 Board Choice is Crucial for Progression 39:40 Clean Up Your Technique with Dryland Training 41:20 Surfing as Martial Arts 44:43 Getting the Fundamentals of Surfing Right 48:08 Surfing is a Long-term Relationship 52:30 Online Courses at surfmastery.com 53:53 Light-bulb Moment for Technique 54:43 Light-bulb Moment for Boards/Fins 55:26 Intention While Surfing Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Tom Carroll, Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Eric Arakawa, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Parker Coffin, Dane Gudauskas, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, and more! Join our community of over 100k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook

Train your paddling anywhere, anytime so you can catch more waves and have more fun with the Basis Paddle Trainer www.surfbasis.com  In this episode of the Basis Surf Podcast, we have one of the most forward-thinking board designers in surfing, Daniel Thomson (@tomo_surfboards). We talk about how his planing hull designs are flipping traditional surfboard logic on its head, the evolution of boards like the Vader, Cymatic, and brand-new Neutrino, why most surfers are riding boards that are holding them back. This episode is packed with tips for surfers who want to ride faster, paddle stronger, and rethink their equipment from the foam up. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 02:45 Design Influences for Tomo Surfboards 05:54 Revolutionize Surfboard Design for Everybody 08:19 Advantages of Planing Hulls Over Pointy-Nose Thrusters 13:31 Planing Huls: Hold/Grip Factor Relies More on the Total Length of Your Edge 14:42 Kelly Slater Surfing Hale'iwa on 5’3” Cymatic 18:09 Sci-Fi Shape Blends Planing Hulls with Pointy Nose 20:44 New Board Design with Kelly Slater 25:41 What It’s Like Working with Kelly Slater 28:55 Goals with the Revo Max 31:22 Mini-midlengths 36:32 First Twin Fin Setup 37:35 New Upcoming Shape: The Neutrino 41:08 How To Size Boards 42:37 The Underarm Test for Rails 44:07 Too Attached to How Boards Look Than How They Feel 46:09 Tips for Surfing His Shapes 47:58 Intention When Surfing 48:53 What Board to Bring If You Were Stranded on an Island 49:11 Vader V2 vs His Other Shapes Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Tom Carroll, Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Eric Arakawa, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Parker Coffin, Dane Gudauskas, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, and more! Join our community of over 100k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook

Train your paddling anywhere, anytime so you can catch more waves and have more fun with the Basis Paddle Trainer. Shipping globally now at https://www.surfbasis.com/  In this episode, Van Vu—founder of the Basis Surf Podcast and the Basis Paddle Trainer—talks about his journey as a surfer obsessed with improving his surfing in this interview with Michael Frampton of the Surf Mastery Podcast. He shares how rushing to shortboards stalled his progress, and how returning to longer boards, focusing on fundamentals, and building paddle fitness transformed his surfing. Van also explains why paddle power is the biggest bottleneck for most surfers and how more reps—not flashy turns—are the real key to progression. The conversation dives deep into technique, board choice, coaching perspectives, and why catching more waves is the fastest way to improve. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 02:23 Earliest Surfing Memory 05:37 First Time Shortboarding 09:00 Don’t Size Down Too Quickly 13:25 Sizing Down in a Thoughtful Manner 16:00 From Riding a Pickup Truck to an F1 Car 19:30 Inspiration for Starting the Basis Surf Podcast 22:13 Lessons Learned from Starting the Podcast 27:28 Surf Coaching is Still at Its Infancy 30:14 Learn through Brute Volume 33:24 You Need to Catch More Waves 36:00 Inspiration for the Basis Paddle Trainer 38:00 Maintaining the Arched Prone Position While Paddling 41:00 The Biggest Resource Is Your Time 43:15 2x-8x Your Wave Count  47:30 Surfing as a Pyramid 49:10 Paddle Power of Pro Surfers vs Beginners 51:45 It’s a Game of Years 54:12 Discount Code Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Tom Carroll, Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Eric Arakawa, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Parker Coffin, Dane Gudauskas, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, and more! Join our community of over 100k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook

Train your paddling anywhere, anytime so you can catch more waves and have more fun with the Basis Paddle Trainer www.surfbasis.com  In this episode of the Basis Surf Podcast, we have Matteo Blevins of Nica Time (@nicatime) at Playa Colorados, Nicaragua. We get into wave positioning, paddling at the apex, and angling your takeoff. He breaks down his go-to boards, twins and quads, and how they help him make impossible sections. We also dig into his unique backside pig dog stance and how the right paddle technique can help with your pop-up. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 02:12 Why Colorados Is One of the Best Beach Breaks 04:38 Seasonal Changes and When to Go 07:06 How Tides Affect the Wave 10:09 Wave Reading and Positioning Tips 12:11 Paddling Is 80% of Getting Good Waves 14:10 How to Take the Correct Line on a Barrel 16:08 Why Strong Paddle Technique Helps Your Popup 17:03 Backside Pig Dog Technique Breakdown 20:26 Recommended Quiver for a Trip to Colorados 23:48 Twin Fins vs. Single Fins in the Barrel 26:29 Common Mistakes Surfers Make at Colorados 27:00 Mindset and Favorite Board Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Tom Carroll, Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Eric Arakawa, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Parker Coffin, Dane Gudauskas, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, and more! Join our community of over 100k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook

Train your paddling anywhere, anytime so you can catch more waves and have more fun with the Basis Paddle Trainer. Shipping globally now at https://www.surfbasis.com/ In this episode of the Basis Surf Podcast, we have Augusto Carrara, founder of Underwave Training (@underwave.training). A breath and apnea coach specializing in land and water-based breath-hold training designed specifically for surfers. We’re gonna talk about how to acclimate to repeated CO2 exposure, discover your own personal relaxation triggers, adjust the gears of breathing for surfing and the importance of being a good swimmer/paddler. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 01:23 Meet Augusto from Underwave Training 02:16 Augusto’s Early Breath-Hold Background 06:25 Why All Surfers Need Breath Training 08:38 Functional Breathing for Surfing 10:55 Regulating Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide 12:41 Prepping for a Hold-Down in Real Time 14:40 Relaxation Techniques During Wipeouts 20:17 What Happens When You’re Exhausted 23:07 Training Your Body to Tolerate CO₂ 26:25 Underwater Drills for Realistic Surf Scenarios 33:57 Never Train Breath-Holds Alone in Water 35:33 The Swimming Gap in Surf Culture 44:03 Surf Intentions, Boards, and Dream Waves Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Tom Carroll, Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Eric Arakawa, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Parker Coffin, Dane Gudauskas, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, and more! Join our community of over 100k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook

Train your paddling anywhere, anytime so you can catch more waves and have more fun with the Basis Paddle Trainer. Shipping globally now at https://www.surfbasis.com/ In this episode of the Basis Surf Podcast, we have Didier Piter (@didierpitersurfcoach), who was the head coach for Germany in the 2024 Olympics, a 4 time European champion, and a semi-finalist at Pipeline. We’re gonna talk about the key to bottom turns, paddle training for Teahupo’o, common mistakes that most surfers make, and the importance of balancing art and technique. Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:30 Coaching the German Olympic Team 08:36 Techniques for Major Maneuvers 09:58 The Art of Balancing Technique and Flow 13:45 The Key to Bottom Turns 15:12 Embracing Plasticity in Surfing 18:00 Training Neuroplasticity for Surfers 23:25 Preparing for Teahupoʻo 25:42 Paddle Training for Teahupoʻo 28:02 Coaching his son, Sam Piter 31:08 Secrets to Progressive Surfing 33:16 Common Surfing Mistakes 36:40 What Board to Bring If Stranded on a Deserted Island 38:05 Intention When Surfing Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Tom Carroll, Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Eric Arakawa, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Parker Coffin, Dane Gudauskas, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, and more! Join our community of over 100k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook