Small Wave Surfing

Tim Ferriss discussed small wave surfing with Kelly Slater in an episode of The Tim Ferriss Show. Here are some key insights from their conversation:

• Cocoa Beach was once considered the "small wave capital of the world" due to its frequent small waves and slogans from places like Ron Jon Surf Shop. However, it has lost its prominence as a surfing destination over the past decades, with people preferring places like Hawaii, Indonesia, Tahiti, and Portugal for surfing trips 1.

• Foiling is brought up as an activity related to surfing. Slater describes foiling as riding a surfboard on a hydrofoil, which reduces resistance and creates a near-flying sensation on water. This can sometimes make places like Florida's shallow offshore shoals ideal for foiling, even though they aren't top surfing destinations anymore 2.

Additionally, Josh Waitzkin compared his learning experience in foiling and surfing, emphasizing how foiling can help improve surfing skills. He talks about the benefits of starting late in life without preconceived notions and highlights the importance of learning the dynamics of waves and practicing in various conditions to enhance surfing proficiency 3 4.

These discussions highlight the changing landscapes of surfing destinations, the integration of new sports like foiling, and the diverse approaches to mastering wave dynamics.