EP 98 | Want to Do Airs? Start Here. | Pinch My Salt

Ever wondered how surfers actually learn to do airs? In this episode of Pinch My Salt, Sterling Spencer breaks down the real secret to surf aerials — and it’s NOT what most surf coaches tell you. We talk about the right way to start learning airs, why speed matters more than technique, how skating barefoot helps progression, and the biggest mistakes surfers make when trying to boost.

This episode quickly turns into a hilarious deep dive into surf culture, longboarding vs shortboarding, knee-paddling, core-lords, kook behavior, surf school problems, Black Belt Surf System, conspiracy theory spirals, OnlyFans culture (yeah… it goes there), and the behind-the-scenes reality of surf sponsorships, brands, and “core vs sellout” debates.

If you love surf progression tips, surf comedy, Sterling Spencer stories, and real conversations about surfing, life, and culture — this one’s for you.

🔥 In This Episode:

The surprising way to actually learn surf airs

Why SPEED is the key to going airborne

Barefoot skate + quarterpipe drill that unlocks airs

Knee-paddling: core or kook?

Longboard gliders, hang tens & surf ego checks

The truth about surf sponsorships, brands & "core" culture

How algorithms are frying our brains

Why “self-taught” might be the funniest surf insult ever

If you're into surfing, longboarding, airs, surf tips, surf progression, surf culture, comedy podcasts, Florida surf, Gulf Coast surfing, or you just want a good laugh — hit play and join the Pinchers!

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