Liquid Force - How To WakeSurf: Wake Surfing 101, Ballast Configuration, Getting Up, and More

[@Redlegarty]

I’m 61 years old. My daughter bought a wakeboard boat . I’ve only water skied 30 years ago with two skis once. After 3 tries I got up. I got pretty relaxed and almost cocky. Never had so much fun. She and I were the only ones who wanted to do it so I got to ride all afternoon. I’m so addicted to it. Can’t wait to go again. I wasn’t quite good enough to let go of the rope but I got it slack many times. This video will help me big time! Well done video, thank you so much! Boomer pride! lol 😂

[@yesilikedrpepper]

Wow, this is such a great instructional video! The guy obviously makes it look easier than it is for most beginners but the instructions are very helpful and easy to understand- Thank you for this!!

[@Jordopolis3041]

This is the best how to video I've seen!!! I have been looking for a video on how to do the 360 but this is it! Thanks so much!

[@IMMJME]

Thanks for the instructions guys, amazing content. We got a wakeboard yesterday and I can’t wait to get in the water.

[@jakoblobert8185]

Awesome video , everything you need to know and learn is in this video , watched this and studied it and went out and killed it my first run

[@Fonz19]

Good stuff.. I just bought a brand new boat and never wakesurfed before lol so this is gonna be fun

[@WakeMAKERS]

Boat speed will vary depending on the amount of weight you have in the boat. Start at the slowest speed possible that still gives you a clean wake without whitewash. As you go faster the wake will get longer, but you'll lose some push, so you may have to slow it down. Typically that means between 10-12MPH for most boat/weight configurations.

[@scottwallacejr]

These videos are fire and gold, if you hit the sweet spot

[@johntomik4632]

Got on a wake boat with my drone last weekend. This stuff I'd awesome!

[@nu8k700]

thanks a lot, best instructional video ever seen!!!

[@nickrandy1]

Good stuff! I've noticed it helps to have only a few people wanting to ride. Longer rides for more practice.

[@KeyWestSaltLife]

Awesome video, very thorough

[@chadjitsu1]

Great video guys, I hope you do more stuff like this. How about one for wakeboarding beginner tricks

[@WakeMAKERS]

They are in the works, we'll have a whole host of instructional videos available soon. Thanks for the feedback!

[@jenallis1]

Great instructional video! Can't wait to try out some of these tips.

[@FritzEschkobar]

Went for the first time today, feel it pretty cool, very funny... gotta learn some tricks the next time

[@nealhere]

even more fun at 1.5 speed. Thanks for a great video

[@dmkvaale34]

Dude, Thanks so much, what a great video! Icing on the cake was the highlight real with the best summer song of all time.

[@chiefgeek2020]

How do you get a beginner to stay outside the wake when getting up? Mine keep getting stuck on the top of the wake unless I start them on the outside (which is a PITA to get just right)

[@michaelorourke4532]

Will this work w a skim board to

[@petedonaghue5849]

This video is awesome

[@taborbachelor]

Really good video, all he forgot was actually getting up, heels on the board, push down on the board with ur heels and bring them down to your butt with your knees to your chest, then let the boat pull you and stay in a down crouched position then slowly get up as the driver ups the speed

[@TechandDoc]

Do you guys have a 101 video like this for wakeboarding???

[@masonmisner9770]

We put pressure on the front foot the board sinks anything we can do different

[@michaelhealey57]

Love watching these videos to improve, I consider myself a pretty good wake surfer as I progressed through last summer and this summer. Does ones weight play a big part of getting air? And what board would y'all recommend for a guy like me. I'm 6'1" and 210 pounds. Thanks!!

[@D15AV0W3D]

anywhere from 9.5 to 11 mph, depending on the boat, weight setup, etc. I go 10.5. Weight your boat out, start at 9.5, and go up in increments to see which speed works best. But adjust slowly. Let the boat run at one speed for a minute or two, travelling as straight as possible, and take note of the wake characteristics. Ride behind it at each speed increment you use to test, and see what gives you the best push. Once you get the speed and weight dialed in, take note of it and you're all set!

[@stephenbernsen169]

Do you have to use a skeg on the board?

[@CharlesTheJew]

wish they made a video like that for wakeboarding

[@NickSoper]

Thank you. Looking forward to more time on the water.

[@em.196]

5:53 major key to success 🔑 LION!

[@matthewthompson1855]

Can I use any bored for wake surfing l? or do I need a specific bored

[@420catson]

What about a frontside 360?

[@bokeflo]

Awesome! Great wake surfing tips.

[@tomb7930]

What boat were you using? Great video

[@breemaloy5549]

Fantastic Video! Thanks for posting this, excited to try it out for myself this Summer! :D

[@WakeMAKERS]

No problem, if you need any help with your setup or gear, let us know!

[@mikepowers9580]

does this have any cross training effect for traditional ocean surfing?

[@WakeMAKERS]

+mike powers It does not have a ton of cross over unless you are doing tow ins. I think it does give you a little more practice learning airs and board control.

[@bpayh]

12:00 wow

[@fernandacasarolli1842]

Please, whats the name of the reggae music in the end of the video?

[@Luke747gal]

anyone know if wakesurf 180s and 360s can be done while still holding the rope?

[@WakeMAKERS]

It is possible. You will have to do a handle pass behind your back as you rotate the spin though.

[@TheMrlax1119]

how fast should the boat be going

[@Reviewoutlaw]

the 360 really is that hard!

[@blainelourd5745]

👀🚷🖨🦅🦆🚯

[@kierstenskelton9431]

Na really?

[@guitarheaven1747]

Could I also surf with a boat that is pretty much designed for Wakeboarding?

[@thughunts]

yes

[@reubenbiggelaar2658]

5:45 Watch your head!

[@marytieger5143]

Lol

[@WHITEBELT44]

Rough speed recommendation for a beginner?

[@WakeMAKERS]

Boat speed will vary depending on the amount of weight you have in the boat. Start at the slowest speed possible that still gives you a clean wake without whitewash. As you go faster the wake will get longer, but you'll lose some push, so you may have to slow it down. Typically that means between 10-12MPH for most boat/weight configurations.

[@Beefdawg16]

Do you need a tower to wake surf?

[@WakeMAKERS]

Absolutely not, in fact we usually hook the rope to the pylon so it's not swinging back-and-forth over rear seat passengers. A tower will make it a little easier to get up out of the water for someone that is just learning, but you can absolutely do without one.

[@Aspiring_claymore]

how would i do that ?

[@drakeburtrum802]

I am William I am nine and I am a good Wakeboarder but surfing looks fun and we have cwb surfboard so if you would put another video it would be great

[@willmcdougal7620]

what is the name of the board in the beginning of the vid?

[@diamondgoncalo]

whats the perfect speed to have on the boat?

[@WakeMAKERS]

There is no one speed that will universally work for everyone. We recommend between 10-12.5 mph. The correct speed will depend on the boat, amount of ballast, etc. Try different speeds and see what works best on your boat.

[@pickelrick6313]

By far the best instructional video out there. What's your guys thoughts on a well priced starter-board? Cheers

[@WakeMAKERS]

Thanks Ricky! We like the Liquid Force Fish and the Ronix Koal Longboard. Both are great for beginners because they are stable and buoyant. www.wakemakers.com/2015-liquid-force-fish-wakesurf-w-surf-rope.html www.wakemakers.com/ronix-koal-longboard-wakesurf-board.html

[@kevinhill9428]

Good video

[@kykkittyy]

this partially at carlsbad lagoon??

[@marytieger5143]

7:34

[@laurenprothro6951]

try seting the speed to 9

[@aviation-roan5832]

That’s awesome

[@codykrell9995]

I didn't fall my first time and I got up first try, thanks

[@thughunts]

I'm ten and I am good at wakeboarding and I'm trying surf thx

Thanks, very inspiring, we gonna do it:-)

[@turbofanlover]

LOL. I never even knew that this "activity" existed until I happened to come across a vid about it on a sports site.

[@laurenprothro6951]

wow

[@gaugetwiss7117]

You taught me how 2 wakesurf

[@lkarpiak1]

Cool

[@noahvandyke3458]

Ya What speed

[@JaceHillegas]

Cool thanks :)

[@Cab1664]

Thank you I got up first try and stayed for 10 minutes!

[@nenedusurf]

show Top!!

[@scudthemud]

you kinda sound like Bill Clinton.

[@PlayinNgaming]

i think its a skid board

[@CoopNasty6996]

E

[@kgb5351]

Get Pitted!

[@Aspiring_claymore]

so i want a skim board but i want speed ..........

[@WakeMAKERS]

What are you riding right now? How much do you weight? Shoot one of our product experts an email or grab them on chat and they can give you some good options.

[@danhvobuioi9378]

what

[@rosycat4254]

you sound like Barry the bee

[@tucko11]

I rather paddle for waves in the ocean without being towed behind a watercraft with a tow rope and Lake water going up my nose because I can’t get up lol

[@catchawake4893]

I filmed a wake surfing stunt on my GoPro- Check it out to see if I "crashed" my boat! First video ever- I'd appreciate some support for future insane stunts!

[@buitragobb228]

What do you lay in the water, eggs? :P

[@ksb3962]

Thats one horribel board and wake

[@TheDrywallogist]

is there special boats to wake surf?

[@beebsbiberdorf1037]

Just the regular pull boats with tower

[@bryceallen9115]

You have to get a V drive in order to safely surf outboards are very dangerous to attempt to surf behind

[@liamshane6167]

A boat cannot be an outdrive and should have a bailis

[@Shuffler703]

Jet boats designed for wake and surf are great too like the Yamaha X boats.