Last week during one of my lessons, I was out on the water with my student Jonny (shout out to Jonny). The waves were decent, and we had been surfing for about an hour or so. I had just suggested that some more intense paddling might lead to more waves caught, when Jonny spotted a … Read more

Thanks to Wheels N Waves, there’s no need to type into Google or ChatGPT “yard sale near me” this weekend. We’ve got you covered! On Saturday (9/20) and Sunday (9/21) there will be a yard sale at the shop done Wheels N Waves style. The hours are from 10 AM to 4 PM. At the … Read more

It’s no secret that surfing is extremely physically challenging. Paddling out, paddling into waves, and popping up continuously requires a huge amount of energy. If you’re not prepared, you’ll be gassed – fast. As a surf instructor, I can say from first hand accounts that one of the biggest issues I’ve seen in my lessons … Read more

When the waves die down or the weather isn’t surfing friendly, it can be tempting to just sit back and think about surfing. I would not recommend this, though! Instead, find hobbies that will allow you to build skills which will assist you when you get back on the water. Surfing was actually the fourth … Read more

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After paddling out this morning to catch the first of Hurricane Erin, I can safely and happily say that the waves have finally arrived! Conditions were good, with a midsized, funboard friendly break that hopefully provides a taste of even greater things to come. The waves were definitely increasing in size, but not did not … Read more

Getting up onto a board is very physically demanding, and if you don’t prepare your body before getting into the water, you can easily pull a muscle or end up with something even worse. Stretching not only serves as a great way to warm up before you have to battle your way through the paddle … Read more

Climate change is something everyone should care about, but for surfers, it’s especially personal. We spend more time on the beach and in the ocean than most people, and because of that environmental issues hit home a bit harder for us. After all, who wants to paddle out and be surrounded by trash? We’re also … Read more

As someone who has been a surfer for the better part of 10 years, I can absolutely say that not every day will be perfect – especially as the years pile on. Part of the joy that comes from surfing takes place when a person first learns and masters the basics. Like any other hobby … Read more

Surfing – especially in larger waves – can be particularly draining. Because of this, it’s crucial to fuel up properly before paddling out. Feeling good can make or break a surf session, and the last thing anyone wants is to feel lethargic or tired in the middle of the ocean. Before I go out, I … Read more