4 Simple Ocean Observations to Improve Your Surfing

In chapter 1 of the how to surf series, we learn how to read the waves and the 4 things to that determine the shape and power of the waves we surf.

We learn about these important factors:

- How wind affects the local texture of the water
- How swell is created and what numbers we want to see in the surf forecast.
- Why tides are important in shaping the waves.
- The sea floor, known as bathymetry, and why it is perhaps the most influential.

In the next video we'll get into the water and look at paddling, a vital technique that will get you catching more waves!

[stevecarey]

As a life long surfer I knew all of this but I never had it presented in one short package like this. Very clear and to the point.

[surfbodi.]

The wind only blows offshore when I'm in work. Fact 😞

[thinsliced]

4:16 when someone touches their fingertips together like this, I listen with undivided attention.

[f.demascio]

When I first started surfing, I spent 2 years without some of this crucial info. After a Hawaiian friend Sat me down on the beach & broke it down (very similarly to this video) my surfing exploded. Suddenly I was in the line up & getting real waves instead of the reform on the inside.
A couple years ago, I shared this same info with my son & he does so much better in the water now. Sharing this video with him for our next trip.

[cailinbrett]

Awesome video, reading the waves can be one of the hardest bits to surfing, and you explained it perfectly. Thanks and keep it up

[echopaints]

As a beginner surfer this was such a helpful video.

[OEFarredondo]

Probably the first video every beginner surfer or any one going into the drink should watch.

[noahlaizer]

I'm glad he clarified because I thought that was a desert, and it was sandy and dry

[MechInvent]

Cool video man! As a dude who lives in the desert and just bought a surfboard, it’s a steep steep learning curve.

[luccowling]

So I've been surfing about three years and can hold my own in pretty daunting conditions, yet I've learned a new perspective from this video, cheers mate!

[joypinturra]

Watching this and your other videos of waves as a painter...can never observe enough to learn of the anatomy of waves and many ...
Alot to learn....having a better understanding of the anatomy of waves will make one a better painter. ..remember it's a never ending learning process...
Beginners get the basics down....then choose your subject..and keep at it...
The late painter of the sea...E. John Robinson would so love to see today's generation how they film the ocean
Be safe out there ....

[wilsonmcc]

Add to these the ability to understand currents/rips and how they can be used to your advantage. One of the key differences between an ok surfer and a good surfer

[veronicarussell]

I’m so happy I’ve found you and this channel. Very healthy sense of humour too. So informative thank you

[puddpuddle]

I don't even surf and find this interesting as can be. Thanks for a great to-the-point video man.

[Roamwithreda]

Really good video dude. Just started surfing this explains a lot in 5 mins

[farficknuger]

This video helped me out so much when I started surfing. Crazy how much info there is to take away still

[EllaBoehm-uftn]

This was actually rich on information and very helpful!

[MensGroup]

"16 seconds and above is worth breaking promises for" haha. Great video! :)

[Craig-uc]

What a fantastic video! So clear and concise. Thank you.

[GabsPepeleascov]

this video is so great in its lessons, editing and video making