Hi everyone! Any advice on my snap/end turn? I’m pretty happy with my timing, bottom turn, and the initial arm movement, but I’m really struggling to complete the second half of the maneuver. I know I need to stay a bit more compressed, but aside from that, any tips? Really appreciate it!
Hi OMBE community, just looking for some tips on how to improve my surfing, cheers!
Latest YT video is out. It’s all about being uncomfortable and frustration https://youtu.be/oePXhyuwX0Y?si=REpttXI-WOWAZzyA
Apparently I now qualify for an Over 60s Bus Pass in the UK!
Can you take surf boards on buses...? 😁
Hey crew. I wanted to share a breakthrough insight I’ve had recently. I’ve heard it said before in different ways, but I feel there’s been a switch flipped in my take off.
As best as I can explain…
Surfing doesn’t start when I stand up. It starts as I paddle for the wave. More so it starts the first hint of lift and energy from the wave. Now I’m looking where I want to go and adjusting the front to back and side to side angle of the board to surf the wave. Now as I stand up, I’ve gotta be smooth to not upset that planing and angle I’ve chosen to get into the wave. I’m still surfing the wave right through the process of getting to my feet. Now, hopefully my feet are in the right spot on the board, but even if not, I’m still surfing the wave as it seems most appropriate to do at that time as best as I can. Looking and feeling the wave and the board and getting into that athletic fighting/ sprinting stance to be ready to do the next appropriate thing.
Bit of an obvious one I guess, but really concentrating on this has completely transformed my take off.
Big love.
I should add that this session was the first time I have gone left in the pool. My previous session was a right hand wave and as I am reasonably happy with my take off now I decided to move on to Trimming. After about 20 waves I don't think I got on rail at all.
Was it me, the small wave or the board volume. Without any OMBE insights I decided to try a left wave for a change. I found heading down the line difficult, I either surfed or fell off the back of the wave.
But when I played back the video I just thought while I was lying down trying to get behind the surfer in front I actually managed to momentarily get on rail.
Thanks for commenting Graham, Alessandro and Scott I am going to go get on my bosu ball right now.
Hi all, just a heads up that Video Submission page is bugged. I've tried multiple times to upload a video and keep getting a dialogue saying "The field is required" (see pic), despite having successfully uploaded the video and ticked the disclaimer box. This is essentially breaking the form and preventing submission from working.
I also tried to upload a video to the Community for feedback, but there is no way to actually attach/upload a video. I can only search existing videos (see second pic). Not sure if I'm doing something wrong here or if it's another bug?
Do I get on rail while I am trying to get around this young man?
I am struggling trying to trim on this high volume board
Exciting Changes Ahead! 🌊
We’ve restructured our footage review process to make it more beneficial for everyone. While live sessions will be on pause as we adapt to new dynamics with our two candidates, we’re thrilled to announce a fresh approach: your submissions will now be reviewed and shared here in the community!
Here’s why we’re embracing this new method:
✔️More Engagement: Posting reviews here encourages interaction and brings our quieter members into the conversation. Lives were limiting, as only those free at the time could participate.
✔️Flexibility for Clay: With a packed schedule of retreats next year, this setup allows Clay to review submissions remotely during his downtime—ensuring faster and more consistent feedback.
✔️Easier Access: Every review and takeaway will be visible to everyone, making it simpler to learn and improve without sifting through past live sessions.
✔️Focused Feedback: This organized system will help you concentrate on specific areas to improve.
🔔 A few reminders:
• Submit one video at a time to give everyone a fair chance for feedback.
• Avoid submitting distant or surf-cam footage—Clay needs clear visuals to provide effective, actionable advice.
We can’t thank you enough for your support, patience, and understanding as we work through these changes together. Your willingness to adapt and grow with us means the world, and we’re so appreciative of this amazing community. 🙏
P.S. I’ve added a Google sheet in the comments for tracking your submissions. If you’d like your older footage skipped, simply select “Y” in column F. This will indicate you’re uploading newer training footage. If you select “N,” Clay will proceed with reviewing your current submission. Let us know if you have any questions!
New YouTube is out