Nica Time: Guide to Beach Break Barrels
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In this episode of the Basis Surf Podcast, we have Matteo Blevins of Nica Time (@nicatime) at Playa Colorados, Nicaragua. We get into wave positioning, paddling at the apex, and angling your takeoff. He breaks down his go-to boards, twins and quads, and how they help him make impossible sections. We also dig into his unique backside pig dog stance and how the right paddle technique can help with your pop-up.
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Chapters
02:12 Why Colorados Is One of the Best Beach Breaks
04:38 Seasonal Changes and When to Go
07:06 How Tides Affect the Wave
10:09 Wave Reading and Positioning Tips
12:11 Paddling Is 80% of Getting Good Waves
14:10 How to Take the Correct Line on a Barrel
16:08 Why Strong Paddle Technique Helps Your Popup
17:03 Backside Pig Dog Technique Breakdown
20:26 Recommended Quiver for a Trip to Colorados
23:48 Twin Fins vs. Single Fins in the Barrel
26:29 Common Mistakes Surfers Make at Colorados
27:00 Mindset and Favorite Board
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