WSL Surf 101: The Floater
WSL’s foundational guide to the floater: how to execute the move to negotiate a section, what judges look for in terms of progression, and key examples from pro surfers like Jordy Smith.
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How To Do A Floater
This quick tip breaks down the three critical weight shifts for a floater: putting weight back for entry, maintaining a neutral stance on the lip, and landing tail-first for a soft exit.
How to do a Floater with CJ Hobgood
CJ Hobgood breaks down the floater, explaining its purpose (clearing a section, bleeding speed), the two post-floater options, and the crucial head and foot placement for a successful execution.
How to Surf Better Series Regular Footer Backside Floaters Ep 1
An in-depth tutorial on mastering the backside floater for regular footers, focusing on weight distribution, using the trailing arm to open the body, and maximizing speed down the line.
Surf coaching: Backhand Cutback – Regular Footer Version
A detailed backhand cutback tutorial for regular footers, focusing on compression, timing, and performing a high rebound off the whitewater foam to rebuild speed.
POV Surf Tutorial: Mastering the Frontside Cutback with Skate Drills
Master the frontside cutback using POV footage and land-based surf skate drills. Learn the critical technique of dropping the lead arm and engaging the heel-side rail for proper rotation and drive.
How to Do the Figure 8 Cutback With a Rebound (Roundhouse)
Master the Figure 8 (Roundhouse) cutback with a white water rebound. Learn crucial tips on weight distribution, shoulder rotation, and avoiding common mistakes like cutting across the wave too early or bogging the front rail.
How to Develop a Cutback: Surf Simply Quick Tips
Learn the fundamentals of developing your cutback with Surf Simply. Master the 70% rotation rule, critical foot placement, and 6 essential single-focus drills to link your horizontal maneuvers.
How to Do a Cutback with Taylor Knox (Frontside and Backside)
Learn the fundamentals of the cutback with Taylor Knox. Master the deep bottom turn, weight shift, and critical foot placement to drive your board around in a perfect arc. Includes tips for backside technique.
Surf Tip: How to Master the Frontside Round House Cutback
Master the Frontside Round House Cutback by learning the crucial 70/30 heel-toe pressure and weight shift. Includes dedicated surf-skate training drills for maximizing drive and vertical rebound.