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Dropping In Surf Show Podcast

We drop in a little bit of math and a little bit of science with a whole lot of surfing. Rob Case, a paddling technique coach, discusses science and math in the world of surfing and how surfers can improve and progress from it. Special guest appearances and experts in their field share stories and research.

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All Episodes

36:15

Surf Progression with Trax’s Michael Brand

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2025/10/16

In this episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob had a casual conversation with Trax founder Michael Brand. They talked about how Trax collects a surfer’s performance data, processes it, and provides insights into how to improve by comparing movements from professional surfers, giving the user simple and easy changes to make to progress. To learn more, visit https://traxsurf.com/

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48:53

All About Swell

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2025/05/04

Dropping In Surf Show Episode 56 features Swell – what is swell, how swell it created, how swell travels and what happens when swell arrives and concludes on our shorelines. This episode is a continuation of the Wind episode. Watch the video of this episode at https://www.surfingpaddling.com/dropping-in-surf-show

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54:26

Board Testing and Feedback Loop

Dropping In Surf Show Podcast ·

2024/12/27

In this episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob sits down with Zouhair Belkoura of the Pacifica Board Factory (Zboards) to discuss a year-long board testing experiment they conducted and the associated surfer-shaper feedback loop that took place. Learn about how to talk with shapers about boards, how different design changes might impact a board’s performance, and more.

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48:43

Wind is Wonderful

Dropping In Surf Show Podcast ·

2024/10/30

In this month’s episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob explores the wonderful element that creates the waves we love to surf – wind! He breaks down the importance wind plays in the creation of the waves we surf as well as the formation of local conditions.

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47:58

Data Science in Surfing with Daphne Teh

Dropping In Surf Show Podcast ·

2024/09/10

In this episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob sits down with Data Scientist expert and professor Daphne Teh. They discuss how data and AI can be used in a variety of different uses to help businesses in the surf industry and surfers themselves.

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48:34

Surf Progression with Dan Mori

Dropping In Surf Show Podcast ·

2024/08/15

In this episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob sits down with Surf Coach Dan Mori to discuss the best methods and common mistakes with surf progression. Rob and Dan talk boards, waves, where to ride, how to catch waves, and more. Connect with Dan dan@fulcrumsurf.com.

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47:19

How Social Media and Surf Forecasting are Alike

Dropping In Surf Show Podcast ·

2024/07/25

In this episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob explains how social media and surf forecasting are similar, recent developments in the world of predicting surf, and what you should be mindful of when reading surf forecasts.

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59:45

How To Paddle Faster - Hand Speed vs Velocity and...

Dropping In Surf Show Podcast ·

2024/06/17

In this month’s Episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob is excited to share new research on how to paddle faster. The research study looks at the correlation (or lack of correlation) between several variables having to do with swim speed (and hence paddling speed). The age old question – hand speed vs hand force is investigated, as well as other factors leading to faster swimming (and paddling). Watch the video of this episode athttps://www.surfingpaddling.com/dropping-in-surf-show

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54:52

Will Respiratory Muscle Training Benefit Your Surfing

Dropping In Surf Show Podcast ·

2024/03/21

In today’s Episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob breaks down the respiratory pump, explains what respiratory muscle training (RMT) is, outlines some studies showing the impact RMT has on performance, and how this training could relate to surfing (i.e. should you use it?).

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54:55

Vasa Trainer Paddling Training and Technique with Rob...

Dropping In Surf Show Podcast ·

2024/02/06

In today’s Episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob is honored to interview Rob Sleamaker, author, coach, and creator of the Vasa Trainer. They discuss the origins of the Vasa Trainer, how it can be used for both training and technique, overcoming challenges, and the use of the Vasa Trainer in swim and surf science research.

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73:33

Duck Diving Science and More

Dropping In Surf Show Podcast ·

2023/09/30

In today’s Episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob investigates two Scripps Institute of Oceanography research reports that were conducted at the Kelly Slater Surf Ranch. Diving deeper into the data collected and the results, Rob links how this information can help surfers’ duck dive technique, getting out strategy, decision making and riding area on a wave. Sometimes the by-product of a study can reveal breakthrough knowledge.

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64:37

Vortex Ratio

Dropping In Surf Show Podcast ·

2023/06/26

In today’s Episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob breaks down what a wave's vortex ratio is, how you can use it to assess your skill level, improve your wave catching, and help you decide which board to ride on a given day. Surf science nerds unite! Watch the video of this episode at https://www.surfingpaddling.com/dropping-in-surf-show

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39:28

Vagus Nerve Stimulation, Balance, Surfer’s Ear

Dropping In Surf Show Podcast ·

2023/05/24

Rob is joined by Dr. Charles Theivagt, Otolaryngologist, on today’s episode of the Dropping In Surf Show. They discuss methods to optimize performance by stimulating the Vagus nerve, why using a breathing pattern from crying helps, why sight is so important in balance, and what’s the deal with surfer’s ear.Watch the video of this episode athttps://www.surfingpaddling.com/dropping-in-surf-show

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47:18

Accelerating Skill Learning in a Surf Session

Dropping In Surf Show Podcast ·

2023/03/27

In today’s episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob provides the top two things that a surfer needs to accelerate their skill learning in a surf session. He outline the science behind why these two steps are important and how you can modify your sessions to optimize skill learning and performance.

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57:02

Science Behind the Pop Up

Dropping In Surf Show Podcast ·

2023/02/24

Rob shares the research that has been done behind the Pop Up, interprets some of the results, and discusses how the research might direct your surfing performance enhancement in this episode of the Dropping In Surf Show.

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41:58

Can Tides Increase the Power of a Wave

Dropping In Surf Show Podcast ·

2023/01/26

In this episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, Rob examines an old myth – can an incoming tide increase the power of the waves coming in? He explains why tides are different geographically, why they change from day to day, why there are Supermoons and other facts about tides. Finally, he sums up how the understanding of tides help surfers, and whether or not an incoming tide increases the power of waves.

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41:41

S-Stroke Explained

Dropping In Surf Show Podcast ·

2022/12/26

Rob said he's heard a lot of misinformation on the use of the “S-Stroke” for paddling so in this riveting episode of the Dropping In Surf Show, he dives into the history and recent research behind the S-Stroke, and wraps it up with how this information and data might be used to help your surfing. Hope you enjoy! Watch the video of this episode athttps://www.surfingpaddling.com/dropping-in-surf-show

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59:24

Evidence of Which Muscles are Used During Paddling

Dropping In Surf Show Podcast ·

2022/11/27

Rob breaks down a detailed CSU San Marcos study which characterized upper extremity muscle activation generated by surfers while paddling. The study describes which muscle groups are firing, and their duration, magnitude and timing of activation throughout the stroke at different speeds. The team at CSUSM also measured oxygen consumption, paddling cadence, and surfboard motion. The results of the study provide further evidence towards what efficient and effective paddling is, which muscles

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45:11

Understanding Fluids Make You A Better Surfer

Dropping In Surf Show Podcast ·

2022/09/22

Rob goes deep into a scientific principle around how fluids behave to teach you several aspects in surfing, from surf forecasting to paddling technique to riding the wave. This one principle impacts the entire life-cycle of a wave, is incorporated in our interaction with the waves as we read them and ride them, and is present in our experience even before we hit the water. Watch the video of this episode athttps://www.surfingpaddling.com/dropping-in-surf-show

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66:15

Skill Acquisition Methods, Benefits and Limitations

Dropping In Surf Show Podcast ·

2022/08/29

Rob sits down with Barry Green, Surf Coach at Centered Surfing, and they discuss methods to acquire skills for surfing and the various benefits and limitations of each. They cover their co-coaching trip to Lakeside Surf, trips to Kelly Slater’s Surf Ranch, Boat Surfing, Surf Skating, and other methods.

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