How to Surf Better Series Paddle Faster Ep 1
Episode 1 on paddling focuses on maximizing forward momentum by using the chin down for weight shift, keeping the head still, and practicing the one-push takeover drill on a surf skate.
Drills using a specialized surf-style skateboard to improve timing, rail-to-rail transition, and carve technique on land.
Episode 1 on paddling focuses on maximizing forward momentum by using the chin down for weight shift, keeping the head still, and practicing the one-push takeover drill on a surf skate.
Noel Wallis breaks down the frontside air reverse, detailing the shallow bottom turn setup, the arm coil and throw technique, and the critical front-foot landing for a clean revert exit.
Noel Wallis breaks down the frontside straight air, focusing on generating maximum speed, coiling the body, projecting up and out, and the crucial body mechanics for landing safely.
Episode 1 on layback snaps focuses on initiating the snap with 60% back foot weight, using the trailing arm to create maximum coil, and utilizing the heels to pull the board back under the body for a powerful finish.
Episode 1 on backside snaps for regular footers focuses on the speed snap, detailing the shallow bottom turn, coiling the body, and utilizing the wave’s energy to maximize projection and speed down the line.
Episode 1 on frontside snaps focuses on the speed snap technique: utilizing a shallow, diagonal bottom turn to coil the back arm, uncoil at the lip, and project forward for maximum down-the-line speed.
The ultimate frontside snap tutorial detailing the deep bottom turn setup, arm loading and rotation technique, timing (the green section), and how to practice the full sequence on a surf skate.
Coach Martin Dunn breaks down the forehand bottom turn, emphasizing bending the body, reaching out with the inside hand to maximize rail engagement, reduce drag, and set up powerful top turns.
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.
Episode 1 on frontside floaters for regular footers, focusing on using the trailing arm to shift weight forward, maximizing projection over the lip, and a surf-skate drill to build muscle memory.