How to get up on a wakesurf board | Wakesurfing Tips

[@asucapmor]

Big thanks. I was 0 for about 40 at getting up in water sports until I watched your video. After watching it took 3 tries and now I can get up every time. Your tips for the driver were key when working with beginners. I'll be sharing this video to my friends and family in the same position.

[@Rennthusiast]

Great timing as I literally took delivery of my 2021 23LSV yesterday. Brilliant video and one I’ll likely reference a few times.

[@grvlmaml9043]

Hey Chantel, you have some of the best content on YT. I'm really impressed. Just wanted to say thanks, and keep it up.

[@nauticurl-3414]

Chantel has some great tips here, appreciated! For those with an older wakeboat, you can create a surfable wave with the use of an aftermarket wake shaper surf gate like a NautiCurl. Simply attach to the hull with it's easy to stick suction cups and evenly distribute ballast. Cheers from the NautiCurl crew and good luck out there!

[@SolbeeHome]

Thank you! Just watched this after a few failed attempts and was able to get up 🏄‍♀️ 💕

[@RockRiver2424]

Hi Chantel. You’re videos are very helpful. Thank you :)

[@skybasquez5402]

Can’t wait to start surfing!

[@ronniedaniel5383]

Heck yes this video cured what ailed me! Your explanation was on point you rock!! 💪🏼🙏🏼💯

[@ChantelBoats]

Awesome!

[@GG_1989]

Hey Chantel, I tested wakesurfing a few days ago and now I‘m infected ;) your clips are really helpful and interesting - the guys in our wakeboard-school showed me the same skills to start easy und comortable. It would be really nice if you could do more stuff like this to get some information for my next practice! :-) Thx a lot, nice greets from Austria

[@ChantelBoats]

Austria! So cool! Thanks for watching!

[@360Tarek]

Best video on the internet for this

[@jerushafoshee4000]

Can you show us the break-in process on a new wake boat and motor? Thanks for your videos!

[@arnabbiswas2907]

Great videos! Extremely well done! thank you!

[@meganroney8092]

I can stand up fine but end up on to of the white water trying to get to the right by going down the big wave any tips?

[@ChantelBoats]

Try having the driver get you on the right side of the boat before pulling you up so you don’t have to go down the huge face! Or get stuck in the white wash!

[@amyhenderson7565]

I do this too even when I start on the correct side. I get stuck on top of the white water and can’t get down then fall.

[@alsaku33]

Do you just mash the throttle down when starting out? So I am in forward drive, 1st position just out of neutral, cruise control set, and I was told by the previous owner to just pin the throttle. Boat goes like a bat out of hell and then dials down once surf speed is hit per cruise control (currently set at 10.8 mph). Is this bad for the boat? Should I ease into the throttle vs. doing what I stated above? Same question for wakeboarding? Boat is a 2018 Moomba Mondo with every option. 🙏

[@MarkCaudle-p3p]

What foot to use for forward foot

[@lancerekve2914]

I'm 6' 250lbs, beginner, what should I get to start? Thanks

[@ChantelBoats]

Try looking at the Liquid Force Rocket in a 5'6" size. That's a great beginner board with lots of surface area. www.activewake.com/shop/aws-pro-shop/wakesurf/liquid-force-2020-rocket-wakesurf-board/

[@lancerekve2914]

@@ChantelBoats ok thanks

[@rustinroy9911]

Bigger guy at about 220lbs. I can surf fine with the rope but can’t find a spot in the wake or foot position that’ll let me let go of the rope. Thought moving my front foot forward and toward the toes would help but thinking I need to use a bigger board. Do you think there’s a minimum surface area or volume for someone my size?

[@ChantelBoats]

A bigger board will definitely help! What boat are you surfing behind?

[@rustinroy9911]

@@ChantelBoats well a moomba and a Malibu. Found that setting the wedge to a higher number on the Malibu definitely helped. Was finally able to go without the rope. Haven’t tried the moomba since.

[@MaybeAnEgg-n6o]

I am a new boater and new to wakesurfing. When you pull a surfer out of the water how fast should the driver go or what is the correct process to pull someone up? Thanks for your excellent videos!

[@amyjeanne]

When you start to speed up more make sure there is no slack it is easier for the surfer😃

[@ChantelBoats]

That's a hard one without being able to be in person to show you! I'd say medium is the best way to describe it. Don't hammer the throttle, don't make it so slow that they can't stand up. The more you pull, the better at it you will get!

[@scotthoward7076]

Chantel, can you post the link to both of the Liquid Force surf boards that you recommend in the video for beginner adults and kids? Your content is great!

[@ChantelBoats]

Sure! The Rocket - www.activewake.com/shop/surf-main/wakesurf-boards/2020-surf-wakesurf-boards/liquid-force-2020-rocket-wakesurf-board/ And the Gromi we are waiting to get more in, but you can see it here - liquidforce.com/gromi-wakesurfer/

[@hermankochun]

Hi Chantel, i have been wearing life jacket and able to do carving and ollie. But now when i tried to wakesurf without life jacket, i find it difficult to get up without having my head underwater for 1-2 seconds before the boat pulls me up. Any tips to share on that please?

[@ChantelBoats]

yeah, always wear your life jacket! It's not worth the risk to ever be behind a boat without one!

[@ThePlaton20]

I noticed that this video shows the board coming up immediately on top of the water. Is that the way it always is? I ask this because when I do wakeboarding, the board always goes completely under the water for 3-5 seconds before it pops on top of the water. For wake surfing, the board is not supposed to go under the water at all?

[@ChantelBoats]

It's easier (especially for beginners) if it doesn't go under the water, as it would be easier to catch the edge and not be able to pull out. But, if that is how you get up on a wakeboard, you'll likely not have a problem getting up.

[@gcrisefi]

Thanks so much for this video. I am starting on the correct side of our boat but I still end up on top of the white wash and have to come down that to get to the part of the wake I need to be in. I have shortened our rope to keep me on the side of the boat but I still end up behind. Is there anything else I am not doing that can help me? I’d love to just pop up in the wake where I am supposed to be. Thank you !

[@ChantelBoats]

This is somewhere where your boat driver can really help you out. Make sure you are over to the side you want to ride on before you start getting pulled up, and then have your boat driver turn just a little bit towards that same side as you get up. Also really concentrated on pushing the board over to that side as you get up. You'll get it!

[@Megtaf97]

I've seen people that wake surf let go of the rope. Do you recommend a beginner to do that and if so when do you recommend someone to let go of the rope?

[@ChantelBoats]

Check out our video How to Throw the Rope! That will help! kzbin.info/www/bejne/lXLac4F-mKlri7c

[@Paewraul]

The whole intent is to drop the rope. But you can’t do so until you can ride the push of the wave. You need to be able to find, feel, and stay in that pocket. I’ve helped several beginners learn to get up and surf and no matter how many times you explain that dropping the rope comes with practice and won’t happen the first time out, they’re going to drop it anyway because they want to surf without it so badly. Best bet is to find the push and surf with the rope slack until you can effortlessly and routinely keep up with the boat. That way you can get back into place with a quick tug from the boat instead of drifting behind and constant pickups.

[@0truckmafk]

Can I start by lying down on it and then get up?

[@ChantelBoats]

I mean... if you are already a really good ocean surfer you might be able to make that work, but doing it the way we show in the video is going to be much much easier. But if you want to try it, go for it, would be fun to try.

[@rosielewis4990]

Was the board u used to demonstrate how to get up is that a beginner board if so can u tell me the brand bc l wanna get that one

[@ChantelBoats]

Hey Rosie, the board I was using is small and easy to get up on, but pretty loose once you're up. It's the Ronix Women's Carbon Skimmer, here is a link to the new version: www.activewake.com/shop/aws-pro-shop/wakesurf-womens/2021-ronix-womens-carbon-air-core-3-skimmer-wakesurf-board-pre-order/ or I really like the the Liquid Force Primo: www.activewake.com/shop/aws-pro-shop/wakesurf/liquid-force-2021-primo-ltd-w-straps/ (easier for a beginner)

[@hypnotechno]

no mention of whether to turn to your left or right (which foot forward)?

[@ChantelBoats]

It's different for everyone, if you skateboard or snowboard, it will be the same. To do a quick test, give someone the handle while they are standing in the boat (feet shoulder-width apart) and pull the rope so they step forward. Whichever foot they step forward with is the foot they'll have forward. You could also try both ways and see which one feels more natural!

[@dfreeman437]

Hi Chantel, do you know if there are any aftermarket side tower tow points available? My boat is a 2018 helix.

[@ChantelBoats]

None that I know of, but I will let you know if I ever see some!

[@kindle7191]

Straight arms. Good tip.

[@MamitaGomez]

Very helpful! Thank you!

[@beckywood3]

Perfect, thanks! 💙

[@elijahmiles3500]

What about getting up on a wakeboard with no boot straps? It's kind of like this board in the video, where there's nothing holding your feet, but it's a wakeboard, instead of a wakesurf board. I had a hard time trying to get up on that board.

[@ChantelBoats]

Yeah, that sounds really hard to get up on! Same basic idea as a wake surf, but will definitely be trickier to do. Good luck and have fun!

[@gregstirling7588]

Very helpful. Thank you.

[@ARCTICRIZZLER1000]

How fast do you have to go I got up on it but couldn't ride the wake alone without holding the rope ? We have a 08 Malibu

[@ChantelBoats]

Somewhere between 9 and 11 typically. What size/model do you have? May be that you just don't have enough ballast in the boat to get a wake with enough push. Are you filling up all the ballast and using a surf shaper?

[@anas_valo3109]

Can I tie the wakesurf rope on the side handlers of my boat but not up it’ll be in a low level ‘

[@ChantelBoats]

You can but I wouldn’t. The angle when the rope is high on the tower is so much better than if the rope were attached lower. Pulls the rider UP instead of straight. I would pick that over getting them on the side.

[@MissDrift2008]

I still can’t get up and I’m getting frustrated. I feel like I get ripped over the top of the board just as I’m starting to stand up :(

[@ttvdecimatedbyme9130]

Keep your knees tucked in tight to your body and keep them there until your up. You can come all the way crouched down and then stand up once your riding. If you stay knees flexed and don’t try to stand up too early the boat should pop your right up. Also make sure you have a big enough board. Good luck.

[@MissDrift2008]

Nate thank you so much! Gonna try this tomorrow!!

[@ChantelBoats]

If what Nate suggests doesn't work, you can also try to have your boat driver pull you up a little slower.

[@ttvdecimatedbyme9130]

@@ChantelBoats I agree very slow helps tremendously

[@MissDrift2008]

Chantel Boats good advice, bc I do feel like when I’m in the boat watching other, more experienced riders they just kinda full throttle it LOL and as a newbie, maybe I need slower? I can get the board to me feet, turn and start to stand and then just get yanked over it and the board seems to go under (I think part of this is me not turning the board enough and being straight on to the boat) thank you so much for this advice. I’m really determined to get up but just can’t seem to get there

[@agneschow2761]

Does my lower back stay straight thru out? Like deadlifting?

[@ChantelBoats]

Bend at the waist, arms straight, knees bent, back straight!

[@charlottewarren1987]

Can I just use my skimboard

[@andrewfrench3394]

Yes. It goes crazy actually

[@matbroxb1008]

Well done , thank you

[@Peter-dt6du]

Is that Portland?

[@ChantelBoats]

Yep!

[@carmichaellopez372]

Umm what wake board do you recommended I just started.

[@ChantelBoats]

wakeboard, or wake surf board?

[@carmichaellopez372]

@@ChantelBoats wakeboard

[@ChantelBoats]

Something like this would do pretty well for you. www.activewake.com/shop/wake-main/wake-packages/2020-wake-packages/liquid-force-2020-trip-wakeboard-index-boots/ Also, if you have a local shop, you can always go talk to someone there who will be able to answer any questions you may have.

[@carmichaellopez372]

Thank you keep up the good content

[@mjl4760]

Nice Job. Thanks

[@luismarco6271]

Great videos!

[@ChantelBoats]

Thanks!

[@motionless3593]

When they begin to go i quickly pop the board up and just shoot right up. I always thought that the way I did it was the correct way, maybe not.

[@ChantelBoats]

Whatever way you can get up is the correct way.

[@TeaStallProduction]

I spent 5-6 tries and failed and couldn't get up. First ever try and I failed miserably. I am not hurt on having wasted $100 but ending up as a loser. I hope in the future try I do get up & surf.

[@jonathanneethling]

Genius

[@zoltanmarko100]

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[@stairmeon5591]

I can do a 360 on a surf board and almost a tantrum on WakeBoard

[@Jackson-ku9db]

I’m 10 and a begginer

[@comehomepaul]

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[@bernice3776]

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