Use THIS to make PADDLING OUT in Big Waves EASIER! Paddle Out STRATEGY
Learn essential longboard paddle-out strategies for bigger waves, focusing on pre-surf planning, channel utilization, set timing, and effective wave techniques.
Timing
Videos specifically addressing where and when to execute maneuvers (e.g., hitting the lip, initiating a bottom turn, or setting up a tube ride).
How to Pass the Break on a Longboard
Longboards are heavily impacted by waves; learn the three main techniques—Push Through, Turtle Roll, and Dive Under—to pass the break, save energy, and master wave timing.
3 Reasons You Struggle Paddling Out on a Longboard
This guide identifies the three biggest struggles longboarders face paddling out: lack of technique, poor paddling form, and bad decision-making.
Paddle Out through ANY WAVES on Longboards – How I learnt this (FULL GUIDE)
Learn the full spectrum of longboard paddle-out techniques, from the beginner Press Up and Turtle Roll to the advanced, rail-tilting Longboard Duck Dive.
How to Backside Barrel Ride with Andy Irons
Andy Irons breaks down the backside barrel ride, emphasizing the technique of ‘pig-dogging,’ adjusting board size, and the safety of diving forward during a closeout.
Learn to Catch Any Wave – an Analysis of Nat Young Paddling into a Wave
Rob Case analyzes Nat Young’s famous wave at Bell’s Beach, breaking down three key techniques (kick, head position, commitment) to help surfers catch seemingly unrideable waves.
Surfing 101: HOW TO Paddle In Like a Pro and Catch Waves with Ease
Josh Kerr shares pro tips for paddling in, emphasizing accelerating into the wave with the final two paddle strokes and matching your board’s angle to the curve of the wave for quick entry.
How to paddle for ANY WAVE! How I learnt this (FULL GUIDE)! The Sunday Glide #149
Ben Considine shares his full guide on efficient paddling, covering beginner fundamentals (board position, leg placement) and advanced tactics for adapting paddle speed to match the angle of the wave.
How to Duck Dive – From Surfing Techniques Volumes 5
This tutorial breaks down the essential techniques for the duck dive, focusing on forward thrust, angular submersion for buoyancy, and proper etiquette in avoiding other surfers.
3 Secrets To Taking Off On Bigger Waves
Ombe Surf shares 3 secrets to overcome the fear of taking off on bigger waves, focusing on arching your back to lift the nose, maintaining a calm state, and looking where you want to go.