Zeke Lau: On how CT level pros train and think about technique

Zeke Lau (@zekelau), a native Hawaiian pro surfer joined me in this week’s episode of Basis Surf Podcast to share his journey and approach to training and competing on the championship tour. Tag along as we dive deep into his training process, the importance of paddling, and the role of technique and mindset in his surfing.   Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down, video library, and newsletter   Chapters 00:00 Mastering Technique and Shifting Weight 04:50 The Unconventional Approach to Surfing 12:49 Adapting to Different Types of Waves 24:33 The Importance of Paddling 29:34 The Psychological Edge of Paddling Training 30:58 Paddling Endurance and Training 33:53 Riding Bigger Waves at Pipeline 38:24 The Significance of Equipment and Working with a Local Shaper 48:09 The Technical Aspects of Surfing 53:07 The Experience of Fatherhood 55:26 Working with a Local Surf Brand   Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Matt Meola, Ryan Lovelace, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Kassia Meador, Clayton of Ombe Surf, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, Isaac Stant, Nakoa Decoite, and more!   Join our community of over 55k followers across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook