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Parker Coffin: Developing Style and Power in Surfing
Manage episode 435038740 series 3468589
In this episode, I interview Parker Coffin (@parkercoffin), one of my favorite free surfers. He’s a goofy footer that shreds in big waves and small waves, and hucks crazy airs. Stab called him one of the best free surfers in the world. In this episode, Parker gives us insight into what makes his surfing so good, from how to surf with more power, tips to surfing backside, and how to get your bottom turn dialed. If you want to take your surfing to the next level, you’re not going to want to miss this episode.
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Chapters
00:00 Harnessing the Power of the Wave
05:26 Growing Up with a Surfing Sibling
13:45 The Analytical Approach to Surfing
19:39 The Challenges and Opportunities of Being a Goofy Footer
25:42 Passion and Dedication: Keys to Improvement
32:25 Exploring the Differences Between Frontside and Backside Surfing
34:23 Tips for Generating Speed and Making Turns on the Backhand
44:30 The Development of the CI Pro Board: Iterations and Adjustments
48:21 Adapting to Conditions and Finding the Right Equipment
58:45 The Endless Possibilities of Surfing at Cloudbreak
Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, Isaac Stant, Nakoa Decoite, and more!
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Manage episode 435038740 series 3468589
In this episode, I interview Parker Coffin (@parkercoffin), one of my favorite free surfers. He’s a goofy footer that shreds in big waves and small waves, and hucks crazy airs. Stab called him one of the best free surfers in the world. In this episode, Parker gives us insight into what makes his surfing so good, from how to surf with more power, tips to surfing backside, and how to get your bottom turn dialed. If you want to take your surfing to the next level, you’re not going to want to miss this episode.
Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down, video library, and newsletter
Chapters
00:00 Harnessing the Power of the Wave
05:26 Growing Up with a Surfing Sibling
13:45 The Analytical Approach to Surfing
19:39 The Challenges and Opportunities of Being a Goofy Footer
25:42 Passion and Dedication: Keys to Improvement
32:25 Exploring the Differences Between Frontside and Backside Surfing
34:23 Tips for Generating Speed and Making Turns on the Backhand
44:30 The Development of the CI Pro Board: Iterations and Adjustments
48:21 Adapting to Conditions and Finding the Right Equipment
58:45 The Endless Possibilities of Surfing at Cloudbreak
Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Zeke Lau, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, Isaac Stant, Nakoa Decoite, and more!
Join our community of over 55k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube:
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