How I Learned Surfskate Bowl Riding in 30 Days

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On April 22, 2021, I first attempted to surfskate a bowl. On July 31, I finished my 30-day surfskate bowl riding practice by surfskating at the skate park in Venice Beach, California, the birthplace of both vertical skating and surfskating.
In this surfskate bowl riding tutorial, I document my journey and give you my top 10 tips I learned along the way that will help you learn how to surfskate bowls.
VIDEO TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Introduction to Surfskate Bowl Riding Tutorial
00:55 Days 1-2 of Surfskate Bowl Riding
01:28 Surfskate Bowl Riding Tip #1
01:52 Days 3-5 of Surfskate Bowl Riding
02:36 Surfskate Bowl Riding Tip #2
02:58 Day 6 of Surfskate Bowl Riding
03:37 Surfskate Bowl Riding Tip #3
03:57 Surfskate Bowl Riding Tip #4
04:16 What's the Best Surfskate Truck for Bowl Riding?
04:35 Days 7-9 of Surfskate Bowl Riding
05:34 Surfskate Bowl Riding Tip #5
06:01 Day 10 of Surfskate Bowl Riding (Damn Scooter Kids!)
07:18 Days 11-15 of Surfskate Bowl Riding
08:29 Surfskate Bowl Riding Tip #6
08:45 Surfskate Bowl Riding Tip #7
10:04 Days 16-19 of Surfskate Bowl Riding
10:45 Surfskate Bowl Riding Tip #8
11:53 Days 20-21 of Surfskate Bowl Riding -- Breakthrough Day!
12:46 Day 22 of Surfskate Bowl Riding
13:54 Surfskate Bowl Riding Tip #9
14:29 Days 24-27 of Surfskate Bowl Riding
15:55 Surfskate Bowl Riding Tip #10
16:28 Day 28 of Surfskate Bowl Riding
16:56 Day 29 of Surfskate Bowl Riding
17:26 Day 30 of Surfskate Bowl Riding
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@shanelai2515 2 жыл бұрын

Mate !!! You shred !!🔥🔥

@SurfskateLove 2 жыл бұрын

Bro! I can't believe I just heard Shane Lai tell me that! You just made my day. 😊

@anaharri 2 жыл бұрын

Man you killed it in Venice Beach! Truly inspiring. I'm 26 years old, hesitant to buy a surfskate for fear of not being able to get the hang of it; but your attitude, discipline and modesty are giving me hope. Thank you so much for sharing

@edelweiss4314 2 жыл бұрын

Who gave this remarkable progress DISLIKE? I just bought Carver skate board yesterday to learn, and this video is such an inspiration. I am 66 and a half year old woman and will enjoy my Carver. Wonderful young man. Your daughter must be very proud of you!! Much Aloha

@gustavopaezdelatorre4794 2 жыл бұрын

Very encouraging Steve, I'm 57 and just started longboard two months ago, now because of you I purchased a YOW and I'm doing my first practices since last week, very far from reaching your current level but aiming to that in the future!!!!

@chymist66 2 жыл бұрын

Go for it Bro!

@d-entrecasteaux 2 жыл бұрын

I’m 59 with only a surfing background but even after 1 week surf skating I’m thinking about bowls. I’ll need body pads. Water is so much more forgiving but far harder to learn on.

@walter8758 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to see people in my age group. Started in Jan 2021 at 60. Focused on Carving & Pumping then went on to slides to slow & stop as not feasible on tipsy surf skates as I have waterborne rails on all setups. Next is transition in bowls when there is a chance as there is only bowls in 1 skatepark where I am & competing with roller bladers & skate scooters.

@bcrocks3935 Жыл бұрын

Old head here to! 53 years young. Started skating again in January and discovered surf skate in March. In August right now I’m starting to learn snaps/slides. Old heads unite!

@jonathankulp24 Жыл бұрын

OG here as well- I’m 51 and started a year ago because my 14year old son wanted to skate at park. I figured I may as well join him. Glad I did. I will be getting pads and helmet now. Broke a big toe and herniated back disc but I will be back. Thanks for the encouragement to skate

@tubys7508 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations Steve! I’m 49 and getting back to skating (surfskate) after 40 year. Your video encouraged me to move forward. Thanks for sharing. Greetings from Brazil

@perempti 2 жыл бұрын

Man, im 29 y.o. Back in 2020 i was injured (break my leg) with my 34" yow with s5 system. so now in 2021 im still struggling with bowls and scare of any small transitions. Your way makes me more confident to start. If you can i will too. Thanks, appreciate what you're doing. Much love from Russia, Igor

@wadifmohamed 2 күн бұрын

well done, you are the best. you really encouraged me. I started surfing a year and a half ago, I'm 63 and a half years old, I started surfskating despite the fear of hurting myself. I now understand why I am not evolving, because I only practice once a week. thanks again

@thomasgamberini9133 23 күн бұрын

I’m 51 and just started surfskating, after watching this video I’m determined to learn properly to improve my surfing and to master this amazing way of skating!!thank you

@paularibeiro9204 Жыл бұрын

You literally inspired me to finally get my carver C7 (had to wait 2 months to get shipped to Australia), I thought I was “old” to start skating on my 30s, watched all your videos, and learned with you how to pump and I’m feeling GREAT with that now, after months skating and going everyday and practicing. And I’ve just started bowls this week and I was so scared but stoked. Now watching this video again, you inspired again 😅 I love so much to see your progression! You did SO WELL!

@SurfskateLove Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Paula! Have fun!

@plantifulalexandra Жыл бұрын

I'm 34, just started. Never too late!🙌

@ryanstaley8890 9 ай бұрын

This program totally works! I (turning 43 and appreciate the age focused insights) can now surf skate bowls, half pipe and pools and can generate speed until my legs get tired! I just followed your advice to the letter. Park wheels were huge in this and your other video about choosing a board were instrumental in that because my skate shop questioned me on putting park wheels on a surfskate! Thanks for empowering me, Steve!

@SurfskateLove 9 ай бұрын

That's great to hear, thanks for sharing!

@davewest8811 2 жыл бұрын

Just got my first surf skate at 51. Been to my local park the last two days using this as motivation and inspiration. Progress is occurring fast and these tips are awesome. Thanks.

@SurfskateLove 2 жыл бұрын

That makes me happy to hear, Dave! 🙌

@davewest8811 2 жыл бұрын

I have gone everyday since my last comment. I’m on day 10 and on a Slide Fish Pavones 32 and have front side and back side turning getting pretty good. I still cannot connect it in a bowl but this video still is a great measuring stick. Super appreciative.

@SurfskateLove 2 жыл бұрын

@@davewest8811 That’s awesome! 🙌

@davewest8811 2 жыл бұрын

@@SurfskateLove let me know if you ever head south to Phoenix. I Have a fun park nearby that is very uncrowded when I go in the mornings.

@jivadaya6439 6 ай бұрын

Outstanding! As someone just weeks into this journey, I really appreciate your accomplishments and am inspired to keep at it.

@Josh-up8qm 5 ай бұрын

I just graduated from school and your channel caused me to impulsively buy a surfskate to treat myself. Hope to be on this level soon!

@bethanyohoyt 2 жыл бұрын

This is so inspiring! I am soooo proud of you and your hard work!

@simonwhitmorebass Жыл бұрын

What a legend, nice one Steve! I’ve not skated in 20 years. I bought my first skateboard a few days ago. Super motivated to surf skate a bowl. Thanks for this excellent blue print for bowl riding and general surfskate. Inspirational channel, keep it up.

@KLASEOBRERATK Жыл бұрын

I skated when I was a kid. Now, at my 44 I started surfskating as I saw you and your videos. Thank u again.

@TD2253 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Steve, I'm a 53 year old Onewheel rider for almost a year now. I've seen surfskates videos online and been dreaming more and more about actually doing it. So, I bought a Carver Channel Island Flyer C7 just yesterday. Man, riding a Onewheel is so much different than an actual board! I need to re-learn what I know about board riding. As you said, I've been researching and watching tutorials on surfskates and feel confident about it. Your video really inspired me to go for it while being disciplined and consistent. Thanks Steve and maybe I'll run into you in one the skate parks in SoCal someday! 😎🤙

@theshyboys 4 ай бұрын

Great and very inspiring! I am now almost 49 and have just ridden my third bowl session. Best regards from Dresden Germany

@AlwaysHappy494 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations, Steve!!! You made it with your hard and amazing work.... Keep it up.

@andreakona4313 Жыл бұрын

Complimenti! Grandi progressi!!

@gutterbloodx 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing! Especially loved watching your line selection progress!

@alecsmith3073 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome Steve... Very inspiring and highly motivating being a bit older and getting started on surfskates in the bowl and skateparks... Congrats on your massive progress!

@Ro-12-21 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome comtent! Inspiring, humble, and honest. Very helpful and engaging. Thanks!!!

@sheikhsk8 2 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial and improvement! Love the commitment, and your film-friend deserved a treat :)

@burnsson Жыл бұрын

love to see the progress. good job.

@johnCjr4671 2 ай бұрын

I learned Bowl and ramp skating back in the 70s and we always relied on small kick turns at the top of our carves to make things easier especially with the front sides ! 😮

@ryanmamaril7524 Жыл бұрын

Glad I found your channel. Thank you for sharing your journey. Very inspirational.

@MattMegrue Жыл бұрын

Love this so much...Awesome to see the actual work and reps that go into feeling fluid and confident. Cheers to you! 🤟

@stiffpants Жыл бұрын

Well done man!! Thank you for taking the time to document and put together your progress so articulately for everyone. It's really inspirational for those looking to start skating bowls or vert ramps and I'll be sure to wear the hip /butt protectors I nearly threw out a few years back when I went back to skiing from snowboarding!!

@federicobianco9954 Жыл бұрын

Yet another great video- this one’s gotta be one of my favorites. Keep shredding 😎

@norbertobaturonegil297 2 жыл бұрын

No pain no gain, my friend!! Congratulations, Steve. 🙌🙌🙌🙌

@mellamorodrigo9516 2 жыл бұрын

This is such a great story! Very inspiring for me, as I am also starting my bowl riding journey. I can identify with the struggle at the beginning. I am now looking forward to continue with persistence until I can shred comfortably.

@elichristopher8488 Жыл бұрын

Rad! Thanks for this video! Fired up to follow your steps!

@Apr-iy4ti 4 ай бұрын

I´m from Brazil 37yo and this video came to me from God, this is the motivation that I want to lost my fears and go for pursuit my dream, learn how to skate a bowl and be able to realize my teenage dream, skate in California next year. THANK YOU !!!!!

@carlosvsmad 2 жыл бұрын

As allways very well explained! After watching this video there is no doubt I'll try riding a bowl! Thanks for your inspiration, and for the very usefull tips! And congrats for the impressive progression!!!🤙🤙

@blinde_tapes Жыл бұрын

Venice pilgrimage... positively based. Thanks for making this channel man, really good resource.

@Kollingl 2 жыл бұрын

You're videos are awesome, so good to see and sound amazing. Cheers man!

@sganzerlag Жыл бұрын

Dude this was AWESOME!! Many thanks for sharing! Best regards from Brasilia, Brazil.

@farisannas1024 2 жыл бұрын

So inspiring, i like your dedication and hardwork to your surfskating journey, thank you for sharing

@imppao Жыл бұрын

You're a big inspiration man! Eager to try this learning path! Thanks!

@jackdbd 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing video and story Steve! I bet you were smiling all the time when bowl riding in Venice. Love it.

@brunosousa8725 2 жыл бұрын

Inspiring! At 47 I restarted skating after more than 20 years and I'm having a blast. There are lots of skateparks now, so I'm really motivated to try bowl and pump tracks, so I'll surely watch your videos. Keep shredding!!!

@ansborromeo7470 2 жыл бұрын

persistence pays off! inspiring!

@michaelkeller9181 6 ай бұрын

Loved the video, Steve! I live 5 minutes from the Temecula skate park so I’m looking for a different place to learn to bowl ride! Keep up the great content!

@germanrotelapena9643 Жыл бұрын

This is your greatest video ever! This is so helpful for new riders. Cheers from Argentina!🙌

@surfonland3402 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful and inspiring, gotta go and practice now👍🌊

@juanru9484 3 ай бұрын

amazing, I started surfskate a few months ago and your content helps a lot. you gained a follower, greetings from Argetina

@MrBorisTT Жыл бұрын

Great energy, so positive. I have some injuries on my back that totally were stopping me to think about bowl skating, but to enjoy only cruising. Thanks for sharing this video, very inspirational.

@martynrandall7652 Жыл бұрын

Well done man great video, and reading the comments you have inspired loads of people including myself. Lived on skateboards when I was a teen in the 70's . Bought a Slide and can't believe how good these surfskates are compared to the ones we used. Keep those Videos up.

@Vayiram- Жыл бұрын

Man just!!!!! 👏👏👏 I trully admire your discipline!!!! What a way to check the list!!!!

@adityatyagi4009 10 ай бұрын

Wow, that was awesome. Your story is inspirational!

@rodbarrett1581 2 жыл бұрын

Stoked for you man. Respect.

@MezBlade Жыл бұрын

Love that ending, so smooth

@Dingosean 11 ай бұрын

ah man this is sweet!! This is an awesome tutorial. Your rad-dad vibes here definitely show that anyone can do this.

@Youtube.University101 Жыл бұрын

Soo awesome bro!! Proud of you man!! 🏄🏽‍♂

@akaralis 2 жыл бұрын

Very well done mate! Inspiring for all surfskaters above 40

@vpsimas 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing! Thanks for this great video!

@mdzic7628 Жыл бұрын

Best video you’ve made by far. I’m in a very similar boat where I’m 45 and used to traditionally skateboard and surf. Then I discovered longboarding UNTIL I just discovered surfskate 1.5 months ago. Now I’m all in!! This is the skating movement I’ve craved my entire life of riding with loose trucks. So glad you’re making these vids.

@hugosantos6099 2 жыл бұрын

this video was very inspiring. i always though i d never be able to do front side turns but now im ready to get my board and practice over n over until ill be able to do it. thanks for that mate

@mattclayborne6985 Жыл бұрын

Awesome progression! Thanks for the inspiration! 🎉

@pavedwavessurfskate2203 2 жыл бұрын

Your persistence paid off! Great progression! Nicely done! 👍👏👏👏👏👏🤙

@SurfskateLove 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@boxertwinjeff Жыл бұрын

I'm 64 & about to kick off as a total newbie....your an inspiration for me mate!

@SurfskateLove Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Pad up and have fun! You're gonna love it!

@mateusz.nester Жыл бұрын

Hello. Thank you for your videos, for your contribution and commitment. Looking for a new way, I found surfskate, and at the same time you. I learn something new every time I watch your content. Well done💯🤝

@marknelson6348 Жыл бұрын

Great Vid! Got you another sub. yesterday was the first time in a bowl in 14 years! 42 yr old, I understand the lack of mobility and will defo pursue some yoga over our winter to correct my stiffness issues. I used a waterborne setup and loved it, but going to get some carver cx's or c5's for a bowl specific setup! Keep doing your thing man!!

@KINOSHINOBI 2 жыл бұрын

Yo the day 1 music video at the end of the vid had me in stitches. Dang gone violins and banjos! Good skating my dude 🔥

@MrSuicidal69 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the informative and inspiring videos Steve. Am 54 and currently have a regular board for the skatepark, a longboard for fun and transport and 22 inch Penny board for short commutes. Doing my homework on potentially buying a surfskate. Your videos are very helpful in my homework.

@soundwithsilence 2 жыл бұрын

You’re really inspiring and so helpful. Thank you!

@mothaselfo 2 жыл бұрын

nice video man. i have 41 and started skating at 40. i know exactly what are you talking about, and i apreciate so much, theres no age limit to skate, or to surf, or to do things you like. you rocks mate.

@stephpenkstephpenk Жыл бұрын

Impressive commitment man! I'm impressed how you focused on specifics. I longboard in LDP and tried the other day a pumptrack and I kinda struggled on those sharp turns. I need to focus as hard as you did on these.

@raphaelwenceslau5096 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats and thanks for sharing with us! I'm exactly on the same vibe, riding bowls once a week with my surfskate. Of course my progress will take longer than yours, but I'm already very happy to be able to ride the transitions. Unfortunately, here we don't have bowls with the quality you showed, but still, it is very fun.

@jayphive2468 Жыл бұрын

Thanks man! I got into longboard cruising at 36, downhill at 38, and now at 40 I want to try surf skate. You’re a huge motivation man! 🤙🏽

@albertoesteban8082 2 жыл бұрын

Me encantan tus vídeos Steve, toda una inspiración y motivación para la gente.Que suerte haber encontrado tu canal.Saludos desde el País Vasco, un abrazo bien grande.

@bcrocks3935 Жыл бұрын

I just saw Venice skate park for the first time this July. The one thing I will say is it is a LOT deeper than it looks in the video. Great job Steve!

@Cuisinenomade1 2 жыл бұрын

"if I can do it, anyOne can do it"! I love it! Great inspiration without yeast! Thanks!

@frankiesfastcooking6027 2 жыл бұрын

Brother great video. I’m 44 and been surfing for 37 years and skating for about the same time but stop skating for a couple years. This video has got me back into it.

@rafaeldalbemsantacruz6467 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats brooo! You Did it 🙏🏻🙌🏻

@shelleycrowther 2 жыл бұрын

Makes perfect sense when you say it and I can watch the process. Great flow and logic to the video. Motivates me to keep up my development... And buy a bowl board.

@SurfskateLove 2 жыл бұрын

Yep. That Malibu ain't gonna cut it.

@mattspooner9001 Жыл бұрын

Such a good vid .. Saved me a lot of dangerous trial and error thank you

@poirrierjef4296 Жыл бұрын

Many thanks!!! Your vidéo is so inspiring, I started today with practicing bowl with C7 carver board. I definitely need hips pads😂, but I overpassed my first day goals because of confident I felt watching your experience. I'm 44, You made it possible in my mind! Thanks from France.

@jurnasil Жыл бұрын

Hi Steve, this video really inspire me, thank you!

@latestaruda 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing this, it’s really inspiring 😍

@karimalamisounni2166 10 ай бұрын

Amazing progression, I'm going to show my dad your video to motivate him

@paulsmith4220 Жыл бұрын

Inspired and educated. Thanks for sharing making the awesome effort. Waipu, NZ.

@jorgegrau4926 2 жыл бұрын

what an awesome video, thanks man!

@citomunoz239 Жыл бұрын

thanks man i appreciate you sharing these tips .... really helped me

@SurfskateLove Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it!

@antonioaquino266 2 жыл бұрын

love it. zero to hero!!! surprise with the upper body and hand movement progress. sick!!

@surfboardsandsubarus3730 2 жыл бұрын

Totally inspirational, I’m on the same journey as you, and have just started riding parks. To see what is possible in 30 days is just amazing! My big learnings are that a) you were totally focused on the goal for 30 days b) repetitions to perfect your technique (and hip pads!). Great stuff, keep up the incredibly good videos.

@SurfskateLove 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@molonlabe6021 2 жыл бұрын

Bravo! Practice, practice, practice.

@ctranfield85 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, its like watching a really cool feel good movie 🤙🏾

@williambaden 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid Bro!!! Epicly inspiring!

@cjl7733 Жыл бұрын

So happy for u! U did it!

@dan_abrusci Жыл бұрын

THIS IS SICK MAN! GREAT VID

@gustavoplaza_ 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! I just started hitting verts yesterday, my gf recorded me and I’m like your day one. Lol. Funny as hell. Love the tips and seeing your progress, will apply them next time I hit the park!

@Jujukatrevinkatorze 2 жыл бұрын

Riveting story Steve, i loved !

@Surf03 Жыл бұрын

Just started. Love it

@SasoCasablanca63 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, You are such an amazing presenter and makes this old guy even more motivated to keep progressive. Thank you so much for the EXCELLENT content, taking the time to doing this. You are a wealth of knowledge sir. I ordered a smooth Star Manta Ray. (I am a surfer and I have a 23 '' stance) love it and took it to the park . It is very very different from skateboarding (I skated as a teenager for years).It is really more like surfing and being on a gliding feel, and your videos has helped me tremendously. I just have issues with getting the speed in the beginning as I do NOT drop in and totally scared of doing that.