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In this episode of the Basis Surf Podcast, we have Tai Buddha (@taibuddha), a pro surfer of Maori descent, spent his years surfing between Australia and Bali. He’s a master of the Indo strike mission and established the iconic beach bar called the Single Fin in Uluwatu. We’ll be diving into the importance of having the right board, the key to taking off and the importance of paddling and committing in big waves.
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Chapters
00:00 The Importance of Paddle Power
01:57 Tracking Swells and Planning Strike Missions
06:28 The Thrill of the Chase
11:16 Risk and Reward in Surfing
13:33 Preparation for Adventure
16:00 Essential Gear for Strike Missions
20:01 Developing the Big Horse Board
26:39 Eliminating Doubt in Heavy Waves
28:53 The Joy of Surfing with Family
30:09 Mastering the Pop-Up: Tips from the Pros
33:19 The Importance of Training and Conditioning
36:14 Backside Surfing: Techniques and Preferences
39:59 Mindset and Intentions in Heavy Waves
44:20 Life Lessons from Strike Missions
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