This is actually a tip that can make a huge difference: looking at the wave between paddle strokes allows for a better entrance since you will know what the wave is going to do and if something changed when you started paddling for it. Never looking over your shoulders means you will always be late during the popup, dropping almost straight which will result either in nose diving or popping up on flats, so you will never be able to surf down the line (unless you've some crazy skills to recover and the wave allows you to do so). As a low intermediate I can say that have been countless times where I guessed wrong and never looking at the wave resulted me in picking the wrong line or ending up on a closeout section rather than enjoy a longer ride. It is also a very big factor when trying to pumping up and down, where your eyes should point at least 3-5mt in front of you. I would say that on backside is a bit harder because of the torque combined with the unnatural position, but it will definitely come with focused practice and time. Best!
amazing tips, wow you got some amazing low drone footage of you riding the wave and without the wetsuit. Keep it up, shit I need to surf somewhere without a suit
This has been a total game changer for me, along with bending at the knees. Your tips have been very spot on, and concise lately. Glad you're back.
Thanks for the feedback Jim. Hope you’re well!
This is actually a tip that can make a huge difference: looking at the wave between paddle strokes allows for a better entrance since you will know what the wave is going to do and if something changed when you started paddling for it.
Never looking over your shoulders means you will always be late during the popup, dropping almost straight which will result either in nose diving or popping up on flats, so you will never be able to surf down the line (unless you've some crazy skills to recover and the wave allows you to do so). As a low intermediate I can say that have been countless times where I guessed wrong and never looking at the wave resulted me in picking the wrong line or ending up on a closeout section rather than enjoy a longer ride.
It is also a very big factor when trying to pumping up and down, where your eyes should point at least 3-5mt in front of you.
I would say that on backside is a bit harder because of the torque combined with the unnatural position, but it will definitely come with focused practice and time.
Best!
Thanks for your input. That’s very true and helpful. Have a great day 😊
amazing tips, wow you got some amazing low drone footage of you riding the wave and without the wetsuit. Keep it up, shit I need to surf somewhere without a suit
Thanks 🙏 Yes you should go on a surf trip where you don’t need a wetsuit 🙌
great video very useful tips not found anywhere else!
Glad it was helpful!
Great advise 👌🏼
Thanks brother