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Tai Buddha: Guide to Indo Surf Strike Missions
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 Tai Buddha (@taibuddha), a pro surfer of Maori descent, spent his years surfing between Australia and Bali. He’s a master of the Indo strike mission and established the iconic beach bar called the Single Fin in Uluwatu. We’ll be diving into the importance of having the right board, the key to taking off and the importance of paddling and committing in big waves. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 00:00 The Importance of Paddle Power 01:57 Tracking Swells and Planning Strike Missions 06:28 The Thrill of the Chase 11:16 Risk and Reward in Surfing 13:33 Preparation for Adventure 16:00 Essential Gear for Strike Missions 20:01 Developing the Big Horse Board 26:39 Eliminating Doubt in Heavy Waves 28:53 The Joy of Surfing with Family 30:09 Mastering the Pop-Up: Tips from the Pros 33:19 The Importance of Training and Conditioning 36:14 Backside Surfing: Techniques and Preferences 39:59 Mindset and Intentions in Heavy Waves 44:20 Life Lessons from Strike Missions 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
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Coach Ryan Croteau: Essential Skills for Surfers
Shipping globally now! 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
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Rafael Kroeff: On Mind Body Reactivity Training for Surfing
Shipping globally now! Train your paddling anywhere, anytime so you can catch more waves and have more fun with the Basis Paddle Trainer. Shipping globally now at www.surfbasis.com In this episode of the Basis Surf Podcast, we have Rafael Kroeff a.k.a. RK (@rktraininghawaii) who’s a big-wave surfer/surf coach on the north shore of Hawaii. He has trained athletes like Rio Waida, Erin Brooks, and Shino Matsuda and other big-wave surfers like Jack Robinson and Ian Gentile. Tune in as we talk about his innovative surf training methods—combining physical conditioning, cognitive drills, and breathing techniques—to help elite and everyday surfers improve reactivity, creativity, and performance in unpredictable surf conditions. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 00:00 Reactivity and Surfing Performance 02:01 The Purpose of Reactive Drills 03:31 Stability as the Foundation 05:18 Overloading the Brain to Unlock Creativity 08:07 Innovative Tools: Body Blade & Muscle Activation 12:19 Skate Balance vs. Indoboard 18:31 Mini BOSU Ball Plyometrics 21:22 Surfing’s Resistance to Innovation 26:01 General vs. Maneuver-Specific Training 28:54 The Full Training Protocol 31:52 Advice for the Everyday Surfer 35:33 Foundational Plyometric Progressions 36:34 Lightbulb Moments & Training Insights 42:06 A Fins Revelation at Jaws 45:30 The Role of Paddling in Big Wave Surfing 50:12 Surfing as a Spiritual Experience 52:16 Where to Find Rafael Kroeff Cover Image Credits: @yusurf 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
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How Getting Fit was a Game Changer w/ Alistair Bramley
Shipping globally now! Train your paddling anywhere, anytime so you can catch more waves and have more fun with the Basis Paddle Trainer https://www.surfbasis.com/ . In this episode, we dive into Alistair’s experience as one of the original beta testers for the Basis Trainer. He breaks down what worked, what didn’t, and why common training methods like elastic bands don’t always translate to better paddling. We also explore how the Basis Trainer transformed his wave count, positioning, and overall performance in the water.Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 00:00 The Journey to Surf Fitness 03:13 Challenges of Surfing as an Adult 09:28 The Importance of Paddle Fitness 12:24 Training Techniques for Surf Fitness 16:02 Understanding Energy Systems in Surfing 22:40 Training Techniques for Optimal Performance with the Basis Paddle Trainer 24:36 The Limitations of Elastic Bands and Swimming in Paddle Training 26:31 Understanding the Specificity Principle in Sports Training 30:43 The Importance of Recovery and Wave Count 33:38 Basis Paddle Trainer Results 40:12 Maximizing Joy Through Paddle Power 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
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Paul Godette: Guide to fixing dings on your surfboard
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, Paul Godette ( @gaul_p ) and I talk all about ding repairs, the dos and don’ts for wet foam, delaminated boards, snapped boards, etc. We also talk about how important it is to stay paddle-fit for inconsistent surf spots like Rockaway and how the Basis Paddle Trainer is able to help you get there through cold wintery flat spells. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:06 Ding Repair Basics 04:48 Temporary Fixes vs. Professional Repairs 06:34 Understanding Ding Repair Kits 11:05 Common Mistakes in Ding Repair 16:01 Dealing with Wet Foam 21:02 Repairing Dings and Delaminations 25:25 Repairing a Snapped Board 27:20 Fin Box Repairs 28:15 Repairing Concaves on Surfboards 29:17 Understanding Ding Repair 30:27 The Journey of Shaping a Surfboard 33:51 Lessons Learned from Shaping 36:12 The Art and Science of Surfboard Design 40:14 Tips for Surfing Cold and Tricky Beach Breaks 42:52 Choosing the Right Equipment for Rockaway 45:47 The Importance of Paddle Fitness 50:11 Light Bulb Moments in Surfing Technique 53:01 Finding Your Perfect Surfboard Cover Image Credits: @zane.elias @__moaj_ Yury Tsednov 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
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