Firing Waves and Big Airs: A Day in the Life of a Pro Surfer

🌊Pro surfer pushes the limits of progression with innovative tricks in surfing, drawing inspiration from other board sports like skateboarding and dirt biking.

🏄‍♂️The surfer's sponsorship with Rusty has provided support throughout his 17-year professional surfing career.

🛹Skating and other board sports offer an outlet for creativity and adrenaline when there are no waves to surf.

🌊Surfing progression has been slower compared to other board sports, but this surfer aims to push the boundaries and introduce new tricks to the sport.

🏄‍♂️The surfer's quiver includes a range of big wave boards to handle different conditions and maximize paddle power.

What inspires the surfer to try new tricks in the wave pool and push the limits?

—The surfer draws inspiration from skateboarding and other board sports, as well as the desire to expand creativity and progress the sport of surfing.

How long has the surfer been sponsored by Rusty?

—The surfer has been sponsored by Rusty for 17 years.

Why does the surfer participate in other board sports like skating and dirt biking?

—The surfer enjoys the adrenaline rush and creative freedom that skating and dirt biking offer when there are no waves to surf.

Has there been any recent progression in the sport of surfing?

—While surfing progression has been slower compared to other board sports, the surfer aims to introduce new tricks and push the boundaries of what is possible in surfing.

What types of boards are in the surfer's quiver?

—The surfer's quiver includes a range of big wave boards, including narrower boards for big barrels and wider boards for paddle power in straight big waves.

00:00The video starts with the surfer sharing his journey from legal problems to winning a national title with a court-mandated bracelet.

01:32The surfer meets up with a comedian and filmmaker to document a day in his life, which includes surfing, skating, and dirt biking.

02:25The group arrives at the beach and assesses the firing waves, getting ready for a surf session.

06:35The surfer takes on a massive wave and lands an impressive air, showcasing his innovative approach to surfing.

09:57The surfer shares his passion for skating and other board sports, highlighting the parallels between them and the inspiration they provide.

12:38The surfer showcases his quiver of boards, explaining their design and purpose for different wave conditions.