Dropping In Surf Show Podcast

In this month’s episode, Rob had an animated conversation with Martijn Lancee, creator and operator of Strike Mission Adventure. They discussed Martijn’s experience traveling the world, his background and passion in boardsports, and covered the scientific research behind the benefits of disconnecting on a true adventure. Learn more about the Strike Mission Adventures and connect with Martijn at https://www.strikemissionadventures.com/ Watch the video of this episode at https://www.surfingpaddling.com/dropping-in-surf-show

Rob sits down with orthopedic surgeon and author Dr. Kevin Stone in this episode of the Dropping In Surf Show. They talk about Dr. Stone’s new book, Play Forever: How to Recover from Injury and Thrive, recovering and preventing injury at all ages, improving the mental side of injury, how to approach injuries like a pro, and surfing “double over ankle high” waves. Learn more about the Stone Clinic and get a free consult at StoneClinic.com and https://www.stoneclinic.com/consult

Rob sits down with Brendon Ferrier to talk Surf Research in this episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Brendon and Rob talk about how an Australian ended up in Scotland, the Surf Lab resources at Lost Shores, current research taking place, using research to improve consumer experiences, and advantages of using wave pools for research and progression. Learn more about Brendon’s Surf Lab at https://surflab.ac/ or contact him directly at b.ferrier@napier.ac.uk.

In this episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob sits down with Zak Abeles of Bay Area Surf Progression (BASP). Zak and Rob talk about coaching tools and techniques for surfing and paddling, common issues they see, and various cross-training a surfer can do when they aren’t out surfing. https://bayareasurfprogression.com/

In this episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob had a casual conversation with Trax founder Michael Brand. They talked about how Trax collects a surfer’s performance data, processes it, and provides insights into how to improve by comparing movements from professional surfers, giving the user simple and easy changes to make to progress. To learn more, visit https://traxsurf.com/

Dropping In Surf Show Episode 56 features Swell – what is swell, how swell it created, how swell travels and what happens when swell arrives and concludes on our shorelines. This episode is a continuation of the Wind episode. Watch the video of this episode at https://www.surfingpaddling.com/dropping-in-surf-show

In this episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob sits down with Zouhair Belkoura of the Pacifica Board Factory (Zboards) to discuss a year-long board testing experiment they conducted and the associated surfer-shaper feedback loop that took place. Learn about how to talk with shapers about boards, how different design changes might impact a board’s performance, and more.

In this month’s episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob explores the wonderful element that creates the waves we love to surf – wind! He breaks down the importance wind plays in the creation of the waves we surf as well as the formation of local conditions.

In this episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob sits down with Data Scientist expert and professor Daphne Teh. They discuss how data and AI can be used in a variety of different uses to help businesses in the surf industry and surfers themselves.

In this episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob sits down with Surf Coach Dan Mori to discuss the best methods and common mistakes with surf progression. Rob and Dan talk boards, waves, where to ride, how to catch waves, and more. Connect with Dan dan@fulcrumsurf.com.

In this episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob explains how social media and surf forecasting are similar, recent developments in the world of predicting surf, and what you should be mindful of when reading surf forecasts.

In this month’s Episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob is excited to share new research on how to paddle faster. The research study looks at the correlation (or lack of correlation) between several variables having to do with swim speed (and hence paddling speed). The age old question – hand speed vs hand force is investigated, as well as other factors leading to faster swimming (and paddling). Watch the video of this episode at https://www.surfingpaddling.com/dropping-in-surf-show

In today’s Episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob breaks down the respiratory pump, explains what respiratory muscle training (RMT) is, outlines some studies showing the impact RMT has on performance, and how this training could relate to surfing (i.e. should you use it?).

In today’s Episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob is honored to interview Rob Sleamaker, author, coach, and creator of the Vasa Trainer. They discuss the origins of the Vasa Trainer, how it can be used for both training and technique, overcoming challenges, and the use of the Vasa Trainer in swim and surf science research.

In today’s Episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob investigates two Scripps Institute of Oceanography research reports that were conducted at the Kelly Slater Surf Ranch. Diving deeper into the data collected and the results, Rob links how this information can help surfers’ duck dive technique, getting out strategy, decision making and riding area on a wave. Sometimes the by-product of a study can reveal breakthrough knowledge.

In today’s Episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob breaks down what a wave's vortex ratio is, how you can use it to assess your skill level, improve your wave catching, and help you decide which board to ride on a given day. Surf science nerds unite! Watch the video of this episode at https://www.surfingpaddling.com/dropping-in-surf-show

Rob is joined by Dr. Charles Theivagt, Otolaryngologist, on today’s episode of the Dropping In Surf Show. They discuss methods to optimize performance by stimulating the Vagus nerve, why using a breathing pattern from crying helps, why sight is so important in balance, and what’s the deal with surfer’s ear. Watch the video of this episode at https://www.surfingpaddling.com/dropping-in-surf-show

In today’s episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob provides the top two things that a surfer needs to accelerate their skill learning in a surf session. He outline the science behind why these two steps are important and how you can modify your sessions to optimize skill learning and performance.

Rob shares the research that has been done behind the Pop Up, interprets some of the results, and discusses how the research might direct your surfing performance enhancement in this episode of the Dropping In Surf Show.

In this episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob examines an old myth – can an incoming tide increase the power of the waves coming in? He explains why tides are different geographically, why they change from day to day, why there are Supermoons and other facts about tides. Finally, he sums up how the understanding of tides help surfers, and whether or not an incoming tide increases the power of waves.