Basis Surf Podcast

Basis Surf

Interviews with pros, coaches, and shapers to help the everyday surfer get better at the thing they love. Gosurfbasis on IG, TikTok, FB, and YT

  1. Daniel “Tomo” Thomson: The Future of Surfboard Design

    6일 전

    Daniel “Tomo” Thomson: The Future of Surfboard Design

    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 of the Basis Surf Podcast, we have one of the most forward-thinking board designers in surfing, Daniel Thomson (@tomo_surfboards). We talk about how his planing hull designs are flipping traditional surfboard logic on its head, the evolution of boards like the Vader, Cymatic, and brand-new Neutrino, why most surfers are riding boards that are holding them back. This episode is packed with tips for surfers who want to ride faster, paddle stronger, and rethink their equipment from the foam up. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 02:45 Design Influences for Tomo Surfboards 05:54 Revolutionize Surfboard Design for Everybody 08:19 Advantages of Planing Hulls Over Pointy-Nose Thrusters 13:31 Planing Huls: Hold/Grip Factor Relies More on the Total Length of Your Edge 14:42 Kelly Slater Surfing Hale'iwa on 5’3” Cymatic 18:09 Sci-Fi Shape Blends Planing Hulls with Pointy Nose 20:44 New Board Design with Kelly Slater 25:41 What It’s Like Working with Kelly Slater 28:55 Goals with the Revo Max 31:22 Mini-midlengths 36:32 First Twin Fin Setup 37:35 New Upcoming Shape: The Neutrino 41:08 How To Size Boards 42:37 The Underarm Test for Rails 44:07 Too Attached to How Boards Look Than How They Feel 46:09 Tips for Surfing His Shapes 47:58 Intention When Surfing 48:53 What Board to Bring If You Were Stranded on an Island 49:11 Vader V2 vs His Other Shapes 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

    51분
  2. Your Cheatcode to Surf Progression w/ Van Vu

    9월 1일

    Your Cheatcode to Surf Progression w/ Van Vu

    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, Van Vu—founder of the Basis Surf Podcast and the Basis Paddle Trainer—talks about his journey as a surfer obsessed with improving his surfing in this interview with Michael Frampton of the Surf Mastery Podcast. He shares how rushing to shortboards stalled his progress, and how returning to longer boards, focusing on fundamentals, and building paddle fitness transformed his surfing. Van also explains why paddle power is the biggest bottleneck for most surfers and how more reps—not flashy turns—are the real key to progression. The conversation dives deep into technique, board choice, coaching perspectives, and why catching more waves is the fastest way to improve. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 02:23 Earliest Surfing Memory 05:37 First Time Shortboarding 09:00 Don’t Size Down Too Quickly 13:25 Sizing Down in a Thoughtful Manner 16:00 From Riding a Pickup Truck to an F1 Car 19:30 Inspiration for Starting the Basis Surf Podcast 22:13 Lessons Learned from Starting the Podcast 27:28 Surf Coaching is Still at Its Infancy 30:14 Learn through Brute Volume 33:24 You Need to Catch More Waves 36:00 Inspiration for the Basis Paddle Trainer 38:00 Maintaining the Arched Prone Position While Paddling 41:00 The Biggest Resource Is Your Time 43:15 2x-8x Your Wave Count  47:30 Surfing as a Pyramid 49:10 Paddle Power of Pro Surfers vs Beginners 51:45 It’s a Game of Years 54:12 Discount Code 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

    53분
  3. Nica Time: Guide to Beach Break Barrels

    8월 11일

    Nica Time: Guide to Beach Break Barrels

    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 of the Basis Surf Podcast, we have Matteo Blevins of Nica Time (@nicatime) at Playa Colorados, Nicaragua. We get into wave positioning, paddling at the apex, and angling your takeoff. He breaks down his go-to boards, twins and quads, and how they help him make impossible sections. We also dig into his unique backside pig dog stance and how the right paddle technique can help with your pop-up. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 02:12 Why Colorados Is One of the Best Beach Breaks 04:38 Seasonal Changes and When to Go 07:06 How Tides Affect the Wave 10:09 Wave Reading and Positioning Tips 12:11 Paddling Is 80% of Getting Good Waves 14:10 How to Take the Correct Line on a Barrel 16:08 Why Strong Paddle Technique Helps Your Popup 17:03 Backside Pig Dog Technique Breakdown 20:26 Recommended Quiver for a Trip to Colorados 23:48 Twin Fins vs. Single Fins in the Barrel 26:29 Common Mistakes Surfers Make at Colorados 27:00 Mindset and Favorite Board 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

    29분
  4. Underwave Training: Train This or Panic in Big Waves

    8월 4일

    Underwave Training: Train This or Panic in Big Waves

    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 Augusto Carrara, founder of Underwave Training (@underwave.training). A breath and apnea coach specializing in land and water-based breath-hold training designed specifically for surfers. We’re gonna talk about how to acclimate to repeated CO2 exposure, discover your own personal relaxation triggers, adjust the gears of breathing for surfing and the importance of being a good swimmer/paddler. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 01:23 Meet Augusto from Underwave Training 02:16 Augusto’s Early Breath-Hold Background 06:25 Why All Surfers Need Breath Training 08:38 Functional Breathing for Surfing 10:55 Regulating Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide 12:41 Prepping for a Hold-Down in Real Time 14:40 Relaxation Techniques During Wipeouts 20:17 What Happens When You’re Exhausted 23:07 Training Your Body to Tolerate CO₂ 26:25 Underwater Drills for Realistic Surf Scenarios 33:57 Never Train Breath-Holds Alone in Water 35:33 The Swimming Gap in Surf Culture 44:03 Surf Intentions, Boards, and Dream Waves 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

    45분
  5. German Olympic Coach Didier Piter on Technique vs Plasticity

    7월 28일

    German Olympic Coach Didier Piter on Technique vs Plasticity

    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 Didier Piter (@didierpitersurfcoach), who was the head coach for Germany in the 2024 Olympics, a 4 time European champion, and a semi-finalist at Pipeline. We’re gonna talk about the key to bottom turns, paddle training for Teahupo’o, common mistakes that most surfers make, and the importance of balancing art and technique. Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:30 Coaching the German Olympic Team 08:36 Techniques for Major Maneuvers 09:58 The Art of Balancing Technique and Flow 13:45 The Key to Bottom Turns 15:12 Embracing Plasticity in Surfing 18:00 Training Neuroplasticity for Surfers 23:25 Preparing for Teahupoʻo 25:42 Paddle Training for Teahupoʻo 28:02 Coaching his son, Sam Piter 31:08 Secrets to Progressive Surfing 33:16 Common Surfing Mistakes 36:40 What Board to Bring If Stranded on a Deserted Island 38:05 Intention When Surfing Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter 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

    41분
  6. Tai Buddha: Guide to Indo Surf Strike Missions

    7월 14일

    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

    58분
  7. Rafael Kroeff: On Mind Body Reactivity Training for Surfing

    6월 30일

    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

    54분
  8. How Getting Fit was a Game Changer w/ Alistair Bramley

    6월 16일

    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

    45분
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