98 Matt Parker - Choosing Boards and Breaking Surfing Rules
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
Release Date: 07/04/2024
111 Surfing, Philosophy & the Search for Meaning: Longevity & Adventure with Aaron James
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
What if the key to how to surf better wasn’t just in technique, but in how you think about the sport? Whether you’re a beginner surfer learning the pop-up on a surfboard, a traveling surfer chasing bigger waves, or a weekend warriorlooking to refine your surf positioning, your mindset shapes your experience in the water. In this episode, host Michael Frampton sits down with Aaron James—surfer, philosophy professor, and author—to explore the deeper meaning of surfing beyond the pursuit of perfection. Aaron shares how he evolved from high-performance surfing in world-class waves to...
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110: 3 Unconventional Surfing Tips To Catch More Waves and Learn Fast
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
Surfing Tips for Beginners: The #1 Technique to Catch More Waves Instantly Join the Wave Catching Academy: Jason struggled to catch waves despite three months of experience. Most surf schools overcomplicate the learning process. The key to catching waves is matching their speed, not paddling harder. Three beginner tips: Change perspective: Think of surfing as dancing with the ocean, not fighting it. Wave selection: Choose strong, smooth white water waves with clean water in front. Stop paddling: Let the wave push the board—jump forward instead of paddling. Focus on these fundamentals...
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109 How to Catch More Waves and Abolish Surfing Shame
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
If you've ever felt frustration, shame, or disappointment from missing waves, this episode provides actionable drills and insights to help you surf with more confidence and consistency. 3 key techniques that can help surfers at all levels improve their wave-catching ability: Mastering timing, overcoming the fear of falling, and dealing with the emotional fear of failure. For more wave catching tips visit Click to register or find out more about the Wave Catching Academy Tim Ferris - How I learned to Surf in 5 days: For the passionate surfer—whether you're a weekend warrior,...
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108 Catching Waves - The Foundation of Good Surfing
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
Catching Waves: From Surfing Anxiety and shame, to Confident Rides In this episode of the Surf Mastery Podcast, the host reveals his transformative journey in surfing—from struggling with how to surf to mastering techniques that allow him to catch more waves, even in challenging conditions with bigger waves. He discusses his evolution from an uncertain surfer to one who embraces effective surf coaching and hones his paddling technique, which proved essential for improving his performance. Listeners gain practical insights into how to surf confidently, overcome obstacles, and elevate their...
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107 The Parallels of Surfing and Golf: Tiffany Joh’s Insights on Golf, Surfing, and Finding Flow
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
What can surfing teach us about golf? - What can golf teach us about surfing? How does a former LPGA pro balance technique with pure joy in both sports? This episode features Tiffany Joh, a retired professional golfer and current coach, sharing her journey from golf to surfing and drawing parallels between the two sports. Tiffany discusses her late start in surfing during a period of burnout in her golf career, emphasizing how the pursuit of surfing brought balance and perspective to her life. She details the similarities between surfing and golf, such as the blend of technical skill,...
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106 Surf Everyday Until Sponsored - Silas’s Bold Mission
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
What does it take to master surfing when you start late, face fear, and dive into the complexities of surf culture? In this episode, Silas shares his inspiring story of committing to surfing at 19 and navigating the highs and lows of his journey. From mastering line-up politics to dealing with fear and embracing dry-land training, Silas offers a refreshing perspective on what it means to pursue passion while staying grounded in the realities of surf culture. If you’re looking to improve your skills or gain insight into the unwritten rules of the surf world, this episode is packed with...
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105 Dr. Tim Brown + Taylor Knox + Michael Rintala
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
Surfing longevity tips from 3 experienced legends of the surf world; Dr Tim Brown - WSL Medical Director and treating Doctor Taylor Knox - Pro Surfer Dr. Michael Rintala - WSL Treating Doctor, movement and rehab specialist. For more details and to book tickets: More surfing tips:
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104 Candice Land - Exercise Physiologist for WSL and Creator of "The Female Surfer"
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
In this episode, we chat with Candice Land, exercise physiologist for the World Surf League and founder of . Candice has an extensive background in exercise physiology, human performance, with over 20 years of experience. She shares her journey from sports psychology to exercise science, and how her athletic background—ranging from martial arts to rowing—shaped her approach to surfing, which she discovered in her mid-20s. Candice delves into the unique challenges female surfers face and emphasizes the importance of core stability, movement efficiency, and understanding one’s physiology....
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103 Captain Liz Clark - Adventure Surfer
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
Captain Liz Clark: Surfer, sailor, author, change maker. In this episode Liz describes her deep, multifaceted relationship with the ocean, which has provided her a sense of peace, acceptance, and purpose over the years. She discusses how the ocean has challenged her to grow in many ways, reflects on her decision to embark on a solo sailing voyage in her 20s, despite the significant risks involved. Liz shares advice for surfers looking to improve their relationship with the sport, emphasizing the importance of focusing on enjoyment and flow rather than performance-based goals. She discusses how...
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102 Why Expert Advice is Often Not Helpful when Learning to Surf (or Ski) with Tom Gellie
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
In this episode, Michael Frampton connects with Tom Gellie, a renowned ski instructor and bodyworker, to explore the intricate relationship between biomechanics and athletic performance. Tom shares his expertise on the gait cycle, its significance in both skiing and surfing, and how it can be applied to enhance technique and prevent injuries. The discussion also covers Tom’s journey in the field, his approach to movement analysis, and the resources available through Big Picture Skiing. for 15% off a Flatrock wetsuit go to Use discount code: master15 Key Takeaways: Understanding...
info_outlineWelcome to the Surf Mastery Podcast, where we delve into the fascinating intersections of life, sports, and the art of mastering the surf. In this episode, our host Michael John Frampton sits down with Matt Parker from Album Surf to discuss the intricacies of surfboard shaping, the evolution of surf culture, and the joys of riding different types of boards.
Matt Parker is a seasoned surfer and shaper from Southern California who started crafting surfboards in his garage in 2001. Now, Album Surf is one of the largest surfboard companies, known for its diverse range of high-quality boards. Matt’s philosophy on surfboard design emphasizes the harmonious blend of curves and how they interact with the water, aiming to make every board feel like an extension of the surfer’s feet and mind.
Episode Highlights:
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The Origins of Album Surf: Matt shares how he started shaping surfboards in his garage in 2001 and grew Album Surf into a renowned company.
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Philosophy of Surfboard Design: Discussing his unique approach to shaping, Matt explains the importance of creating boards that blend seamlessly with the water.
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Surfing in Southern California vs. New Zealand: A comparison of surf conditions and the surfing culture in these two iconic locations.
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The Evolution of Surfboard Variety: Exploring the trend of surfers, including professionals, moving away from high-performance shortboards to experimenting with various types of boards.
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Educational Insights: Michael and Matt discuss the importance of riding different boards to improve surfing skills and the misconceptions many surfers have about the type of board they should use.
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Personal Anecdotes and Experiences: Matt and Michael share personal stories about their favorite boards and memorable surfing experiences.
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"The surfboard is a constant blending of curves and how they interact with the water, making those curves feel comfortable, like an extension of your feet and your mind."
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"Are you actually having fun? That’s what it should be about, not just projecting competency and coolness in the lineup."
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"It's the best time to be alive as a surfer because you really have more options nowadays than you ever have in the past."
Follow Matt Parker:
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Instagram: @albumsurf
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Linkedin: matt-parker-7877a17
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Website: albumsurf.com
Don’t forget to visit our new website for a free PDF download outlining Michael’s top five insights from the show.
Enjoy the episode and happy surfing!