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How To: Perform the cockroach on a surfboard
Surfing: Hang Ten The ocean is a force of nature that refuses any effort to tame it. To throw one's self on the mercy of this beast is a courageous act. With the help of this trick guide, you can learn to harness that power and push your water-borne adventures to new heights. See how to
How To: Ride the tube on your backhand
In this video, Andy Irons teaches you how to ride the tube on your backhand while surfing. Backside tube riding involved surfing the interior part of a hollow wave. This trick is fun and hard to do, but you will learn great tips to get you started from Andy in this tutorial.
How To: Wax a bodyboard
Watch this video and learn how to wax your bodyboard properly.
How To: Stand up paddle with Surf Tech
Get the lowdown on the newest rage, stand-up paddle boarding or paddle surfing. This is the ultimate workout and great way to catch a wave in a whole new way. Watch out for the view though. You can see everything under the water's surface, including sharks!!!
How To: Surf whitewash
Richard Schmidt shows you a technique for surfing whitewater. This is useful if you're at a break that stays shallow for a long why out.
How To: Perform a layback snap on a surfboard
In this video, Pancho Sullivan teaches you how to perform a perfect layback snap on a surfboard. Pancho is an experienced surfer and offers some great tips and advice on how to create this awesome power maneuver.
How To: Generate speed in all types of surf
Surfline TV presents Mick Fanning on how to go fast in all types of surf.
How To: Perform a stingray shuffle when surfing
Surfing: Hang Ten The ocean is a force of nature that refuses any effort to tame it. To throw one's self on the mercy of this beast is a courageous act. With the help of this trick guide, you can learn to harness that power and push your water-borne adventures to new heights. See how to perform a stingray shuffle when surfing.
How To: Get up on a surfboard
Getting up on a surfboard takes great skill and balance. Get expert advice on surfing techniques in this video tutorial. Take action: find your individual sweet spot, do a one motion pop up, and put feet on board correctly. Mike Jones, the instructor in this how-to video, has been surfing since he was only six years old. He was lucky enough to surf the pro tour for a few years before starting his own surf shop and clothing brand, As-hi-as-I-aM International. The brand now has shops in Tahiti,...
How To: Perform the rodeo flip on a surfboard
In this video from Surfline, Jamie O'Brien shows you how to perform an awesome rodeo flip on a surfboard while you are in the ocean. Rodeo flips involve flipping upside down and landing back on your feet. This trick is pretty awesome and you will get some expert advice from this tutorial to get you started.
How To: Stand up paddle surf
Learn the different styles and techniques of paddle surfing.
How To: Wax a new or unwaxed surf board
Mr Zog's Sex Wax shows you how to wax a new or unwaxed board. Make sure your board and wax are cool or it will flake. Start off going across the stringer, than go parallel to the stringer to begin to get bumps. This is key to an easy ride, like tires on a car. Wax a new or unwaxed surf board.
How To: duck dive
Looks simple. It ain't. Surfing is an amazing sport. Zen like. I have been surfing for more than 10 years.
How To: Perform a kerrupt flip on a surfboard
In this tutorial, Eric Geiselman walks you through one of today's most technical surf tricks - the kerrupt flip. This flip is very cool and pretty hard to do but with Eric's help and advice you can get closer to flipping out like a pro.
How To: Perform a Superman air on a surfboard
In this clip, Jordy Smith teaches you how to perform a Superman air move on your surfboard for maximum impact. The Superman is a complicated looking move that involves grabbing your board mid-air and landing back down on it. Jordy gives great advice for which type of waves to seek out and how to maintain your balance on the water.
How To: Paddle a surfboard
Richard Schmidt teaches you the proper technique for paddling on a surfboard. Learn the proper body placement and orientation for your surfboard when paddling out into the surf.
How To: Fix the dings on a surfboard
So you've been hitting the waves, but it's pretty obvious that your surfboard has been suffering from your enthusiasm to shred. Take a look at this instructional video and learn how to repair the dings on your surfboard and get it looking brand new.
How To: Begin surfing
Surfing is a great aerobic hobby to take up. Get expert advice on surfing apparel and gear in this video tutorial. Take action: use proper equipment, find a location, always bring a partner, and consult local surf shops. Mike Jones, the instructor in this how-to video from Live Strong, has been surfing since he was only six years old. He was lucky enough to surf the pro tour for a few years before starting his own surf shop and clothing brand, As-hi-as-I-aM International. The brand now has sh...
How To: Pack a surfboard bag for travel
Strapped for time? If you're rushing to the airport but you need to pack your surfboard quickly, take a look at this instructional video and learn how to pack a surfboard bag in about three minutes.
How To: Change positions on a surfboard
Changing positions on a surfboard is one of the hardest things to learn how to do. Get expert advice on surfing techniques in this video lesson. Take action: use proper foot position, shuffle feet to make minor adjustments, and remember that sweet spots are different for every individual. Mike Jones, the instructor of this how-to video, has been surfing since he was only six years old. He was lucky enough to surf the pro tour for a few years before starting his own surf shop and clothing bran...
How To: Repair a surfboard ding
Watch these step-by-step instructions on how to fix a ding on a surfboard.
How To: Pop up on a surfboard
This is quick tutorial on the proper pop up technique in surfing. Do this wrong and you'll never catch any great waves.
How To: Read waves while surfing
This video brings you a great guide on surfing with the expertise of Andy Bottomley. Learn how to read the waves and improve your surfing ability dramatically. Read waves while surfing.
How To: Stand-up paddle more efficiently on your board
Stand-up paddling is sort of a niche spinoff of surfing in which the rider stands up on their board and moves across flat water by paddling. This quick video from an expert in the field offers some tips for improving the efficiency of your stroke when stand-up paddling. You'll be able to paddle faster and longer without tiring. How could that not make stand-up paddling more enjoyable?
How To: Surf & do bottom turns
Learn how to walk before you can run with bottom turn expert and ASP World Tour surfer Tom Whitaker.
News: Believe It Or Not, These Dogs Are "Serious" Surfers
As silly as it may seem, Loews Resort's annual dog surf competition is indeed real. These pups aren't just props on a surfboard, they actually DO ride waves.
How To: Easily ride the tube frontside
Another way to ride the tube is on the frontside. Check out this tutorial from Dean Morrison for tips and tricks on how to ride the frontside of a wave all the way to the shore.
How To: Pack for a surf trip with Chris Malloy
EXPN's Doin' Thangs: Packing For a Surf Trip with Chris Malloy. Traveling for surf can be an epic experience. There's excellent surf all over the world from Teahupoo, Tahiti to Antarctica. Malloy says he's probably surfed in over 40 countries. Make sure you pack a good quiver of surfboards. He packs three for a month long trip. He brings an 8' footer with a quad setup that can get into a certain mush. Bring a nice little short board for the waves you pray for. Then pack the gun, his is 8'0" t...
How To: Pull a floater while surfing
Surfline TV presents how to do a floater with CJ Hobgood. Stay mid face and either do a big bottom turn or cruise down the line. Back side and front side floaters can both be used to clear sections or just to burn speed.
How To: Learn to surf
Want to pick up surfing? Take a look at this instructional video and learn how to surf. This tutorial covers the fundamentals of surfing, including what wetsuit to pick out and how to get on the board.
How To: Recycle a surfboard
Bet you never thought your surf skills may be polluting the planet. Educate yourself and recycle your board.
How To: Catch a wave
Richard Schmidt teaches you how to surf the curl. Learn the proper timing and positioning as well as how to maneuver your surfboard through the water.
How To: Choose the right surf wax for water temp and style
This is a how to video on choosing the right surf wax for the conditions you will be surfing in. You got tons of choices. It's pretty easy. Gauge the water temp by checking Surfline.com. Then you just check the labels to find out what kind of wax you want. They feel and smell different.
How To: Avoid being a Kook while surfing
Basically, a "Kook" is the type of surfer everyone hates. Kooks put themselves and others in danger by their actions in the water. In this video, learn the rules of the ocean and avoid everyone staying far away from you at the beach.
How To: Pull an upside-down grab reverse in surfing
Josh Kerr explains his signature move, an upside-down grab reverse. Watch this how-to video on surfing so you can do an upside-down grab reverse surfing move too! Pull an upside-down grab reverse in surfing.
How To: Set up your surf kite
Instructions to help you get set for kite surfing. You will need a kite surfing kite, a harness, a pump, lines, bar, and a knowledgeable friend. Set up your surf kite.
How To: Begin paddle surfing
Get beginner paddle surfing tips for standing up on a paddleboard, paddling a paddleboard, and repairing a paddleboard in this free video series.
How To: Do the re-entry in surfing
Our surfing expert will take you through a series of maneuvers that will have you looking like a true pro in no time. This film will teach you about the re-entry. Do the re-entry in surfing.
How To: Do the bottom turn for bodyboarding
Francisco Pinheiro, Joana Schenker, and Neuza Mochacho demonstrate how to do the bottom turn for bodyboarding. You need to gain speed, position yourself, and turn. This is an important technique to learn as it will help you gain speed for more complicated tricks. Do the bottom turn for bodyboarding.
How To: Surf for beginners
John Hickey is going to teach you everything you need to know as a beginning surfer. Part 1 of 15 - How to Surf for beginners.