Get The Surfr App: ▶︎thesurfr.app/gethighwithmike/ Get the board mount (limited stock): ▶︎shop.thesurfr.app/?ref=ghwm Get the waterproof pouch: ▶︎shop.thesurfr.app/?ref=ghwm Get the Spigen Rugged Armor strap (45mm Apple Watch): ▶︎amzn.to/3sPWgVG
I’m sold with the onboard coaching app, that’s a game changer! I wasn’t gonna get it because I don’t really care for all the data and stats because that usually just distracts me from my session, but to be able to get real time edging guidance and coaching will come in clutch and improve my skills. I’ll give this a go, I picked up the board mount. Thanks Mike! Let’s get high!
Let's see if the Surfr guys ever get to that. I believe it's low priority as it requires developing in Garmin's proprietary operating system and language. Quite difficult I gather. Soon it will be possible to get it on a $50 Android watch 😜
Wow Mike, what a production this video, such high quality content. Thanks for creating this and sharing your in-depth thoughts with the kiting world. 👊
We can now see the g-force involved in some of our landings - 5 or 6Gs - so my 8kg. head, for that moment, weighs 40 or 50 kilos! That's a lot. My neck is very strong however after a few hours of jumping and even just one or two controlled crashes I develop neck pain a day or two later (once the adrenaline wears off 😂). Do you have any suggestions for minimizing or avoiding this condition before it becomes more serious. Thanks for all your work in this great sport!
Hey Mike, thanks to this video I ordered the board mount. I easily hit 8m but am struggling with hitting 10+. I wanted to take lessons but this might already be what I was looking for!
Hi Mike. Tell me please. How do kite size, jump height and rider weight depend? If I weigh 95kg, which kite should I take, 8m, 9m, or 10m? How can I jump higher? Or will I not be able to jump high with such a weight? The wind is blowing around 30 knots. Thank you!
Great tips and production, I really like these explanations with the vector graphics on the top. Is there a link for the mentioned edging technics video? can't find it so far
well done, did you sort out all the questions right? Please do the technique of jumping from the kicker wave , otherwise there are questions how to get the maximum effect of a springboard ?
Hi Mike, Yesterday I’ve tested the surfr App with my apple watch. It works great. I believe technically the sensors it uses from the watch likely provides better data than from traditional kite jump sensors. Just one comment: I think it would be better to have a board mount base plate design to have it stably connected under the handle - I mean using the screw holes of the handle. But maybe this is not universal enough as a generic gadget to sell. I do not like use adhesive tape or additional screws with my boards. Maybe need to design and 3D print a holder myself… In any case: great App!
Thanks for the feedback Holger! I think the sensors are much the same, but the algorithm that Surfr is running is superior 🚀 whether you're using a basic $100 phone, $300 apple watch or $1000 phone you will get consistent data 👌
Hi Mike. What a great video. I reach 10m jumps easily but I am kinda stuck there. I think my edging and speed is fine so would this on board device actually help me?
Thanks bru! Yes I recently hired a full time editor and he's doing an amazing job. We're really getting into the flow of things and plan on producing way more how to's etc. Yeww!
Hi Mike thanks for your video ! I have a garmin watch on which i can put android apps. How soon do you think the version of Surfr App for android watches will be released ? Do you think the accuracy of surfr app will be good on these watches since the sensors can be different depending on the watch used ? Thanks in advance ! 🤙
Hey Alexandre! Amazing that you can install Android apps on your specific Garmin watch. Didn't know that was an option! Yes the results will be the same accross devices. Even when we compare $100 phones to $1000 phones, we get consistent results. The Android watch app should be out in 1 to 2 months 😁🚀 The team is working on it as we speak
I have a garmin vivoactive 4 and I can put some apps on it, I had put the woo app for garmin to have the height displayed on the watch after each jump but I lost my woo and I don't really want to pay 200 euro for a new one 😅 Being able to have surfr directly on the watch without needing the phone would be really nice ! 😊
Hi Mike, I'd consider myself a decent big air kiter and think my edging pop etc are are fairly solid but am looking for some thoughts on optimal kite position for maxing height. I can get 14/15m fairly consistently in good conditions but find it difficult to replicate jumps in the 18-20m consistently. I've noticed in some of the clips of riders like yourself and Evan Klijn in balenrario and leucate that ye are almost send the kite back to 9/3 o'clock like way back in the window. I'm wondering by continuing to send the kite back does it keep tension and hence keep lifting for longer ? most people tend to send it past 12 but not way past it. I'm looking to eke every bit of height I can once I'm airborne and am wondering if sending the kite back further would help? Any feedback would be appreciated. And of course I've watched you're previous videos, this is just a observation form watching the likes of yourself, Jamie overbeek etc Cheers, Eoghan
Hey mate, I have difficulty especially when doing a higher front roll, and getting lost where the kite is, and when and how much stirring the kite forward again.... do you keep your eyes on the kite?
how could the app know the heading relative to the wind direction ? Does it use GPS and weather data to know the wind direction - in which case that seems like it could be inaccurate when you are trying to measure heading with a few degrees of accuracy, or does it somehow estimate based on your riding behavior?
Great question! It measures the wind based on riding behavior. It works in a few specific use cases, and there are use cases where it won't be accurate. You can also manually input the wind direction if you have some kind of empirical method of measuring. In this scenario you would get accurate data. In the meantime, in order to get accurate data, I suggest doing tacks and jumps in both directions, in a short time frame (so the wind doesn't change), without doing a downwinder. This should result in an accurate recording of wind direction
Hi Mike, Very good video and contribution to Surfr app. I do agree with you on the fact that such a tool and video can help you to improve your jumps. How about the difference of information you get in wetsuit mode and board mode on the Surfr app pro. I do guess in wetsuit mode you cannot get info about the board like edging angle or board angle on the water. May you can get speed..
Super nice 👌 I have already board mount , Can you make one short movie about controlling kite, I mean one hand on a bar while doing contraloops or kiteloops , I would like to start with board offs but I am strugling to control kite while other hand is taking board off
Not yet! Apparently it's quite difficult to develop an app for Garmin's OS. I'll find out exactly why and share the info. If it does come, it's going to be a good few months before it does
The app always asks for me to correct or verify the wind direction after a session. How does it get its wind direction initially before you correct it afterwards for accurate tips during the session?
Looks very cool actually. How about apple watch support when connected with the board mount? Also is there any US shipping or always from Europe? How does the mount fasten to the board?
There's a base plate which sticks to the board with super strong 3M adhesive. I don't think the Apple Watch connects with the phone for simultaneous use, but you can use them independently at the same time
Thank you Mike! As usual your video are insane, fun and very structive! Just bought the board mount after listening to your video 😜 I already use the surfr pro app for one year now and I just don't know why the f... I did not buy the board mount earlier!!! 🙃🤙
All this is super good data. Is there a point where looking down at the board to achieve proper technique is going to take your eyes away from kite positioning prior to take off? Or is this phone mount big enough where you can maintain focus on both? Maybe i missed this but can your carving angle stats be achieved from a watch so while your approaching you can view the wrist instead of looking down?
I use a cheap phone with no SIM to register my session. However you need internet network at this end of your session to register it on Surfr server. What I do I share a wifi connection with my other and best phone at the end of session to be able to register the session.
Great info, but what about those of us who like to ride strapped surfboards in the waves and still jump as high as possible? Seems like all your videos are in flat water with twintips.
Thanks! My videos are definitely only for twintips as that's what I know best :D But the teachings apply to any water conditions. Sorry I can't assist with jumping using a surfboard
You mentioned an edging video again. I've been waiting for your edging video for at least a year!! Glad to see you're flying again. Your injury must have been horrendous!
Get The Surfr App:
▶︎thesurfr.app/gethighwithmike/
Get the board mount (limited stock):
▶︎shop.thesurfr.app/?ref=ghwm
Get the waterproof pouch:
▶︎shop.thesurfr.app/?ref=ghwm
Get the Spigen Rugged Armor strap (45mm Apple Watch):
▶︎amzn.to/3sPWgVG
I’m sold with the onboard coaching app, that’s a game changer! I wasn’t gonna get it because I don’t really care for all the data and stats because that usually just distracts me from my session, but to be able to get real time edging guidance and coaching will come in clutch and improve my skills. I’ll give this a go, I picked up the board mount. Thanks Mike! Let’s get high!
Yiihaaa please come back and share your experience with us 🙏
@@gethighwithmike 4 sure
@@esurfrider7687 Hi, do you have a feddback ? Many thanks
We want it for Garmin watches!! please 🤩
MeeToo
Let's see if the Surfr guys ever get to that. I believe it's low priority as it requires developing in Garmin's proprietary operating system and language. Quite difficult I gather. Soon it will be possible to get it on a $50 Android watch 😜
Wow Mike, what a production this video, such high quality content. Thanks for creating this and sharing your in-depth thoughts with the kiting world. 👊
Thanks bro! 😁🙌
We can now see the g-force involved in some of our landings - 5 or 6Gs - so my 8kg. head, for that moment, weighs 40 or 50 kilos! That's a lot. My neck is very strong however after a few hours of jumping and even just one or two controlled crashes I develop neck pain a day or two later (once the adrenaline wears off 😂). Do you have any suggestions for minimizing or avoiding this condition before it becomes more serious. Thanks for all your work in this great sport!
Hey Mike, thanks to this video I ordered the board mount. I easily hit 8m but am struggling with hitting 10+. I wanted to take lessons but this might already be what I was looking for!
Hi Mike. Tell me please. How do kite size, jump height and rider weight depend? If I weigh 95kg, which kite should I take, 8m, 9m, or 10m? How can I jump higher? Or will I not be able to jump high with such a weight? The wind is blowing around 30 knots. Thank you!
Great tips and production, I really like these explanations with the vector graphics on the top.
Is there a link for the mentioned edging technics video? can't find it so far
This is INCREDIBLE! Awesome work Mike! Ill be signing up FOR SURE!
Stoked you dig it James! We gonna throw some big loops this season?
well done, did you sort out all the questions right? Please do the technique of jumping from the kicker wave , otherwise there are questions how to get the maximum effect of a springboard ?
Are they working on app for Garmin watch ?
Thank you very much, Mike! Very useful information as an answer to my kite questions. Cheers and good luck!
some very useful tips! can't wait to send it!
Mike as usual great video and truly great content! Converting back to surfr app thanks to you.
Thanks Marco 😁🙌 I hope to see you again soon!
Hi Mike,
Yesterday I’ve tested the surfr App with my apple watch. It works great. I believe technically the sensors it uses from the watch likely provides better data than from traditional kite jump sensors.
Just one comment: I think it would be better to have a board mount base plate design to have it stably connected under the handle - I mean using the screw holes of the handle.
But maybe this is not universal enough as a generic gadget to sell. I do not like use adhesive tape or additional screws with my boards.
Maybe need to design and 3D print a holder myself…
In any case: great App!
Thanks for the feedback Holger! I think the sensors are much the same, but the algorithm that Surfr is running is superior 🚀 whether you're using a basic $100 phone, $300 apple watch or $1000 phone you will get consistent data 👌
P.S. I think they considered that mounting option but went with this option for some reason. I like this option though 😜🚀
Hi Mike. What a great video. I reach 10m jumps easily but I am kinda stuck there. I think my edging and speed is fine so would this on board device actually help me?
Great video and amazing editing! Your vids keep getting better and better. So cool this on board coaching as well, gonna try it out asap! 🙌🏽🚀
Thanks bru! Yes I recently hired a full time editor and he's doing an amazing job. We're really getting into the flow of things and plan on producing way more how to's etc. Yeww!
Hi Mike thanks for your video !
I have a garmin watch on which i can put android apps.
How soon do you think the version of Surfr App for android watches will be released ?
Do you think the accuracy of surfr app will be good on these watches since the sensors can be different depending on the watch used ?
Thanks in advance ! 🤙
Hey Alexandre! Amazing that you can install Android apps on your specific Garmin watch. Didn't know that was an option!
Yes the results will be the same accross devices. Even when we compare $100 phones to $1000 phones, we get consistent results.
The Android watch app should be out in 1 to 2 months 😁🚀 The team is working on it as we speak
I have a garmin vivoactive 4 and I can put some apps on it, I had put the woo app for garmin to have the height displayed on the watch after each jump but I lost my woo and I don't really want to pay 200 euro for a new one 😅
Being able to have surfr directly on the watch without needing the phone would be really nice ! 😊
@@gethighwithmikeis it released now for android watches? And if so, which ones?
Hi Mike,
I'd consider myself a decent big air kiter and think my edging pop etc are are fairly solid but am looking for some thoughts on optimal kite position for maxing height. I can get 14/15m fairly consistently in good conditions but find it difficult to replicate jumps in the 18-20m consistently.
I've noticed in some of the clips of riders like yourself and Evan Klijn in balenrario and leucate that ye are almost send the kite back to 9/3 o'clock like way back in the window. I'm wondering by continuing to send the kite back does it keep tension and hence keep lifting for longer ? most people tend to send it past 12 but not way past it. I'm looking to eke every bit of height I can once I'm airborne and am wondering if sending the kite back further would help?
Any feedback would be appreciated. And of course I've watched you're previous videos, this is just a observation form watching the likes of yourself, Jamie overbeek etc
Cheers,
Eoghan
dont send the kite directly to the other side. is not good for sure. What you watching is not what is happening kkk !
Hey mate, I have difficulty especially when doing a higher front roll, and getting lost where the kite is, and when and how much stirring the kite forward again.... do you keep your eyes on the kite?
Interesting, one question out of interest: Where do you get true wind from?
How should the app on an Apple Watch be capable of accurately measuring the angle of the edge? I am skeptical. Please convince me.
The smart watch can’t. Only the board mount
Haha yes you're right for being skeptical of that information 😂
Like I said in the video, you can only measure with board mount
Thanks guys. As you‘ve seen I didn‘t had the time to watch until the end. Pardon me & thanks for clarification! 🙏
Great video as always! Crazy how far this app is coming 🤯
Thanks brother! Yeah it's nuts 🚀
Aweh! Good to meet you!
Super nice video as always mate 💪
how could the app know the heading relative to the wind direction ? Does it use GPS and weather data to know the wind direction - in which case that seems like it could be inaccurate when you are trying to measure heading with a few degrees of accuracy, or does it somehow estimate based on your riding behavior?
Great question! It measures the wind based on riding behavior. It works in a few specific use cases, and there are use cases where it won't be accurate.
You can also manually input the wind direction if you have some kind of empirical method of measuring. In this scenario you would get accurate data.
In the meantime, in order to get accurate data, I suggest doing tacks and jumps in both directions, in a short time frame (so the wind doesn't change), without doing a downwinder. This should result in an accurate recording of wind direction
Will this basically work with foil also?
Nice breakdown Mike
You're a legend.
Hi Mike,
Very good video and contribution to Surfr app. I do agree with you on the fact that such a tool and video can help you to improve your jumps.
How about the difference of information you get in wetsuit mode and board mode on the Surfr app pro. I do guess in wetsuit mode you cannot get info about the board like edging angle or board angle on the water. May you can get speed..
Thanks so much! Yes you can get all the data EXCEPT edging when you use Apple Watch or waterproof pouch
Should an iPOD without data work?
edge angle is available only with mount? nice vid
That's correct. Thanks!!!
Super nice 👌 I have already board mount , Can you make one short movie about controlling kite, I mean one hand on a bar while doing contraloops or kiteloops , I would like to start with board offs but I am strugling to control kite while other hand is taking board off
Whaatttt very nice, love Surfr
Does it work with Garmin smartwatch?
Not yet! Apparently it's quite difficult to develop an app for Garmin's OS. I'll find out exactly why and share the info. If it does come, it's going to be a good few months before it does
Hey Mike,
nice Video! How’s the jump height measured? By GPS?
No GPS is crap at height, only good at lat/lon .... I guess it's using accelerometer and magnetometer.
Yes GPS is indeed crap for height. It uses the accelerometer and gyroscopes present in our phones and smart watches.
The app always asks for me to correct or verify the wind direction after a session. How does it get its wind direction initially before you correct it afterwards for accurate tips during the session?
Great video, thanks! Is there a shop that sells the Surfr board mount in Cape Town?
Yes we'll have stock in my Big Air Kite Shop in 2 weeks or so!
Bruh!!!! You sold me.....I bought the case and 2 mounts! See you in the game!
Yeeeah brother good call!
Amazing!!!!!!🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
How do I get some one on one coaching?
Hi Mike, nice video, what do you have on your ankle ?? Maybe I need it too
Thanks bru!
It's an Ossur Speed Brace.
can you get coaching on apple watch?
Looks very cool actually. How about apple watch support when connected with the board mount? Also is there any US shipping or always from Europe? How does the mount fasten to the board?
There's a base plate which sticks to the board with super strong 3M adhesive. I don't think the Apple Watch connects with the phone for simultaneous use, but you can use them independently at the same time
can you know edge percentage from the apple watch onl;y without the board mount and phone
Not possible if u have it on ur arm. If u attach it to the board then maybe, if the phone app is designed for that. That, i don't know though.
Thank you Mike! As usual your video are insane, fun and very structive! Just bought the board mount after listening to your video 😜 I already use the surfr pro app for one year now and I just don't know why the f... I did not buy the board mount earlier!!! 🙃🤙
Epic! Please come back and share you experience with us 😁🙏
All this is super good data. Is there a point where looking down at the board to achieve proper technique is going to take your eyes away from kite positioning prior to take off? Or is this phone mount big enough where you can maintain focus on both?
Maybe i missed this but can your carving angle stats be achieved from a watch so while your approaching you can view the wrist instead of looking down?
It's pretty easy to see the edging and the speed light up when you've got them right :) I don't think you'll find it difficult to steal a glance at it
would be nice to make a video on explosive pop
any tips for chop?
Ride slower and focus on looking ahead, reading the chop in order to identify the best time to take off
Amazing!!!!
Great job 👏👏👏👏💪💪💪🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶
Thank you 🙌
Does the app need to be connected to phone network whilst riding , or can u use and old phone with no sim?
You can use an old phone without sim :) You'll need a connection to save the session though
I use a cheap phone with no SIM to register my session. However you need internet network at this end of your session to register it on Surfr server. What I do I share a wifi connection with my other and best phone at the end of session to be able to register the session.
What does slower mean in the app，thanks
I'm not sure of context, but it likely means you're going too fast to be likely to have good edging
@@gethighwithmike thank you very much
Bro do you have shop for brazil ?
Unfortunately not hey! I've got some gear with me in Brazil if you're looking though
Any coupon codes available?
The price at the moment is as cheap as it gets 😊
u convinced me to buy it. haha ;)
awesome
Great info, but what about those of us who like to ride strapped surfboards in the waves and still jump as high as possible? Seems like all your videos are in flat water with twintips.
Thanks! My videos are definitely only for twintips as that's what I know best :D But the teachings apply to any water conditions. Sorry I can't assist with jumping using a surfboard
go fast, edge, launch off a wave. A wave that isn't breaking, but is starting to stand up. But the rest of Mikes advice is sound.
@@mrmonkeboy Thanks and agree. Edging with fins is a little different, but all good. Love those big ramps.
Doesn't the app also allow you to track your board & phone when you loose it? So no worries your phone is mounted to your board...
That's right!
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Tip #1 kite in flat water
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Still waiting on that edging video!
Meeee toooo
COMING SOON! By end of November
GARMIN SUPPORT PLEASE
Check out my response about Garmin below
You mentioned an edging video again. I've been waiting for your edging video for at least a year!!
Glad to see you're flying again. Your injury must have been horrendous!
I use the SURFR app in my wetsuit, it works fine. But it TALKS to you! Turn the volume up and a lady will tell you how high you've jumped. It's cool.
Haha yes I love that feature!
A lady!!!! Now i just gotta get this app ❤