The Wipeout Weekly
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The Wipeout Weekly is the world's one and only daily surfing podcast for beginners, wannabe surfers and seasoned wipeout enthusiasts. Powered by Girls Who Can't Surf Good, but boys can listen to.
We cover stories about getting started surfing, surf etiquette, reading surf conditions, beginner surf spots, must-know surf facts and lingo, first-hand recommendations, and more.
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- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 8 minutes
- Episodes
- 180
- Years Active
- 2025
The North Shore for non-locals
Heard of the North Shore but not sure what it actually is—or whether beginners like us belong there? In this short intro episode, we give you the lowdown on Hawai‘i’s most iconic surf zone: the 7-mil…
Beginner surfing in Siargao: Jacking Horse, Philippines
Warm water, reef breaks that don’t bite, and a view of Cloud 9 just a paddle away? Yes, please. This week’s surf spot of the week is Jacking Horse, a beginner-friendly wave on Siargao Island in the P…
About Kyla—the girl who surfed before she could walk
She stood on a board before she could walk—and never looked back. Meet Kyla, a lifelong surfer, daughter of a surf school founder, and the force behind Surfin Fire’s Oceanside Pier location. In this …
To watch or not to watch? Surfing with an Apple Watch
This week we’re diving into one of the most divisive questions in beginner surf circles: to wear or not to wear an Apple Watch in the lineup. From SOS lifesavers and surf stat trackers to saltwater m…
Why the f am I slipping off my board?!
Slipping off your board for no good reason? You’re not alone. In today’s episode, we dive into the real reasons why beginner (and even intermediate) surfers find themselves sliding around like they’r…
Surfing with anxiety: the stuff surfers don't talk about
You're standing on the beach, board in hand, perfect waves rolling in… and suddenly your chest tightens. Fear creeps in. Shouldn’t this be fun? In today’s episode, we talk about something rarely ackn…
What the hell is the pocket (and why you should stay in it)
Ever heard a surfer say, “Stay in the pocket,” and wondered if they meant their board shorts? In today’s episode, we unpack what “the pocket” means in surfing, where the phrase may have come from, an…
Just watching, thanks: A beginner’s obsession with big wave surfing
Curious how big wave surfing began? Or what even counts as a "big" wave? In this episode, we dive (not literally) into the origins of big wave riding—from ancient Hawai‘i to the pioneers of the 1930s…
Byron Bay 101: The Aussie surf town that has it all
This week’s surf spot spotlight takes us to Byron Bay, Australia—a dreamy, sun-soaked town that’s equal parts surf haven and wellness retreat. Once a quiet fishing village (yep, another one), Byron i…
Why do experienced surfers hate beginners?
Why do some experienced surfers hate beginners? We’ve all felt the vibe—side-eyes in the lineup, snarky comments, or worse. In this episode, we dive into the strange divide between crusties and kooks…
How arctic surfing (and a sandwich-snatching eagle) shaped Freia’s passion for boardsports
What do Japan, Iceland, and a stolen sandwich have in common? Freia. In this episode, we meet 25-year-old filmmaker and Arctic surfer Freia, whose unlikely surf journey started on a family vacation i…
Why is getting out the back so bloody hard? (and how to actually do it)
You’ve outgrown the whitewash—go you! But now you’re spending 25 minutes getting slammed by wave after wave, and the lineup still feels a mile away. In this episode, we break down why getting “out th…
Should you get a surf lesson or just buy a board?
Thinking about buying your first board? Hold up. Before you drop cash on gear, let’s talk about surf lessons—and why they might be the smarter first move. In this episode, we break down when a lesson…
Hang Ten: The most beautiful move in surfing
Wouldn't it be nice to Hang Ten one day? In this episode, we unpack the origins and legacy of one of surfing’s most iconic maneuvers. From Dale Velzy’s legendary nose-walk at Manhattan Beach in the 1…
Surfing got expensive—and yeah, we did this to ourselves
Surfing looks free… until you start adding up the lessons, the wetsuit, the board, the wax, the roof rack, the surf travel, and—wait—do I need a drone?! In this episode, we break down the real costs …
Sayulita still slaps for beginner surfers
Sayulita, Mexico is more than just a surf town—it’s a beginner surfer’s dream with a side of tacos and mezcal. In this episode, we break down why Sayulita keeps making our list of the top spots for f…
Conversation: “You, you!”—The magic of a surf buddy with Tina Heaney
Tina is the surf buddy we all want. In this episode, she shares how a Facebook group connection turned into a life-changing surf friendship. We talk about the power of having someone to share the sto…
From London to Lombok: Vivian’s late-blooming surf dream
Vivian always dreamed of being a surfer girl—but growing up in Australia with an Asian family that discouraged beach days, it didn’t seem likely. Fast-forward to uni, a shortboard-riding friend, a to…
Fix your poo stance (with a little help from 80s martial arts flicks)
You know it. You’ve seen it. You’ve probably done it. The infamous poo stance—knees wide, bum low, like you’re about to drop a number two on your soft top. 🚽
In this episode, we break down what the p…
You asked for the ultimate guide to keeping your hair healthy while surfing? You got it.
Salt, sun, surf, and… split ends? In this episode, we’re diving deep into the ultimate guide for keeping your hair healthy while surfing — featuring insights crowdsourced from over 40 posts and 190 c…