Mar 24 2025 52 mins 10
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I’m stoked to have Ridge Lenny (@ridgelenny) in this episode of the Basis Surf Podcast! A pro surfer who's constantly pushing the limits of surfing from small waves to some of the heaviest surf at Jaws. Brother and tow partner to Kai Lenny, Ridge shares what it’s like surfing Jaws, how to practice airs, and his secret to progressing in both small and big waves.
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Chapters
00:00 The Challenge of Surfing: Small vs. Big Waves
01:34 Innovative Training Techniques for Surfing
5:44 The Joy of Experimentation in Surfing
9:19 Cross-Training: The Benefits of Diverse Water Sports
11:22 Foiling: A Game Changer for Surfing Technique
14:36 Physical Conditioning and Breath Training for Big Waves
18:08 Memorable Waves: Stories from Jaws
25:18 Paddle Training for Jaws
26:44 The Art of Commitment in Big Wave Surfing
29:23 Rethinking Technique in Surfing
35:41 The Mental Challenges of Surfing
37:38 The Importance of Surrounding Yourself with Talent
39:44 Rebuilding Technique for Better Performance
41:43 The Pursuit of Perfection: Small Waves to Big Waves
44:07 Having Kai Lenny as a Tow Partner
46:45 Milestones in Surfing: The Waves of Ridge’s Life
49:48 Setting Intentions on a Wave
51:08 Best Surf Break in the World for Ridge Lenny
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