Focus on extending the body to drive through turns and gain speed.
Lakey Peterson breaks down the frontside bottom turn into four key tips: compression (squat), rail engagement, apex timing (behind the section), and coiling the torso for maximum power and projection.
Episode 1 on bottom turns focuses on generating speed, compressing low, driving off the tail, and translating core mechanics from the Carver surf skate to the wave.
Ombe Surf breaks down 10 crucial tips for a better bottom turn, focusing on tapping into the wave’s lift, timing the extension, the 70/30 energy rule, and choosing the fastest line for maximum speed.
This guide from coach Martin Dunn breaks down the mechanics of the floater maneuver, emphasizing its use as a linking maneuver to maintain speed, cover more distance, and increase confidence in fast conditions. Key Takeaways & Tips Floater Purpose Floaters are performed to link between one section and another by riding on top of the … Read more
A detailed backhand cutback tutorial for regular footers, focusing on compression, timing, and performing a high rebound off the whitewater foam to rebuild speed.
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.
Learn the 3-step roadmap to the perfect cutback with Kale Brock. Master the compression, rotation, and extension sequence in your bottom turn for maximum flow and speed.