Wakesurf Guide
Air Drag and Water Resistance: The External For...
Coming up short on your airs and shuvits? The bottleneck isn't your legs, it's fluid dynamics. Discover how hydrodynamic water resistance dictates your vertical launch velocity on takeoff, why aerodynamic...
Air Drag and Water Resistance: The External For...
Coming up short on your airs and shuvits? The bottleneck isn't your legs, it's fluid dynamics. Discover how hydrodynamic water resistance dictates your vertical launch velocity on takeoff, why aerodynamic...
Wave Science: Matching Your Board's Physics to ...
Your wakesurf board does not exist in a vacuum, it operates as a single hydrodynamic system with your boat's wake. Discover the wave science behind matching your board's physics to...
Wave Science: Matching Your Board's Physics to ...
Your wakesurf board does not exist in a vacuum, it operates as a single hydrodynamic system with your boat's wake. Discover the wave science behind matching your board's physics to...
The Fin Factor: Understanding Lift, Drag, and T...
Fins are the hidden drivers of wakesurf performance. Discover the fluid dynamics of lift, drag, and torque, and learn how single, twin, thruster, and quad fin setups dictate your board's...
The Fin Factor: Understanding Lift, Drag, and T...
Fins are the hidden drivers of wakesurf performance. Discover the fluid dynamics of lift, drag, and torque, and learn how single, twin, thruster, and quad fin setups dictate your board's...
Why Rails, Rocker, and Outline Must Work Togeth...
You cannot change one design feature on a wakesurf board without affecting the others. Discover why board design is a delicate hydrodynamic ecosystem, and learn exactly how your board's rails,...
Why Rails, Rocker, and Outline Must Work Togeth...
You cannot change one design feature on a wakesurf board without affecting the others. Discover why board design is a delicate hydrodynamic ecosystem, and learn exactly how your board's rails,...
The Biomechanics of Spins: Harnessing Angular M...
Mastering wakesurf 360s requires more than sheer effort; it demands a strict application of physics. Discover how the conservation of angular momentum, moment of inertia reduction, and core stability govern...
The Biomechanics of Spins: Harnessing Angular M...
Mastering wakesurf 360s requires more than sheer effort; it demands a strict application of physics. Discover how the conservation of angular momentum, moment of inertia reduction, and core stability govern...
Translatable Force: Applying Newton’s Second La...
Getting massive air on a wakesurf board isn't about jumping harder—it's a strict physics equation. Learn how to apply Newton's Second Law (F=ma) and Impulse (J=Ft) to perfectly time your...
Translatable Force: Applying Newton’s Second La...
Getting massive air on a wakesurf board isn't about jumping harder—it's a strict physics equation. Learn how to apply Newton's Second Law (F=ma) and Impulse (J=Ft) to perfectly time your...
The Science of Snub Noses and Blunt Tails: Swin...
Why are modern wakesurf boards losing their pointy noses and pulled-in tails? Discover the engineering behind snub noses and blunt tails. Learn how eliminating dead weight reduces Moment of Inertia...
The Science of Snub Noses and Blunt Tails: Swin...
Why are modern wakesurf boards losing their pointy noses and pulled-in tails? Discover the engineering behind snub noses and blunt tails. Learn how eliminating dead weight reduces Moment of Inertia...
Curve Appeal: The Physics of Outline Curvature ...
Does your wakesurf board feel stiff in the turns or too loose on the straightaways? The answer lies in the physics of your board's top-down shape. Discover the fluid dynamics...
Curve Appeal: The Physics of Outline Curvature ...
Does your wakesurf board feel stiff in the turns or too loose on the straightaways? The answer lies in the physics of your board's top-down shape. Discover the fluid dynamics...
Linear vs. Rotational Speed: The Mechanics of G...
Wakesurf speed isn't a single metric. Discover the critical physics between linear speed (straight-line glide) and rotational speed (spinning on an axis). Learn how drag reduction, Moment of Inertia, and...
Linear vs. Rotational Speed: The Mechanics of G...
Wakesurf speed isn't a single metric. Discover the critical physics between linear speed (straight-line glide) and rotational speed (spinning on an axis). Learn how drag reduction, Moment of Inertia, and...
The Control Curve: Why Eliminating Drag Elimina...
Everyone asks for the "fastest" wakesurf board, but too much speed can actually ruin your ride. Discover the physics of the Control Curve and learn why eliminating drag to gain...
The Control Curve: Why Eliminating Drag Elimina...
Everyone asks for the "fastest" wakesurf board, but too much speed can actually ruin your ride. Discover the physics of the Control Curve and learn why eliminating drag to gain...
How Much Speed Is Too Much? The Control Curve E...
Everyone asks for the "fastest" wakesurf board, but too much speed can actually ruin your ride. Discover the physics of the Control Curve and learn why eliminating drag to gain...
How Much Speed Is Too Much? The Control Curve E...
Everyone asks for the "fastest" wakesurf board, but too much speed can actually ruin your ride. Discover the physics of the Control Curve and learn why eliminating drag to gain...
The Physics of Speed, Air, and Tricks in Wakesu...
Stop guessing and start progressing. Discover the physics behind wakesurfing performance, from reducing drag for maximum linear speed to the biomechanics of catching massive air. Learn how rider technique and...
The Physics of Speed, Air, and Tricks in Wakesu...
Stop guessing and start progressing. Discover the physics behind wakesurfing performance, from reducing drag for maximum linear speed to the biomechanics of catching massive air. Learn how rider technique and...
How Wakesurf Board Design Affects Performance (...
Stop guessing what board you need and start riding better. Discover how wakesurf board design affects your performance in our ultimate guide. We break down the physics behind board outlines,...
How Wakesurf Board Design Affects Performance (...
Stop guessing what board you need and start riding better. Discover how wakesurf board design affects your performance in our ultimate guide. We break down the physics behind board outlines,...
Beyond the Basics: Diving Deeper into the Physi...
In our previous article, Why Bigger Wakesurfers Struggle To Stay on the Wave and What To Do About It, we broke down the core challenges—from the tug-of-war between gravity and...
Beyond the Basics: Diving Deeper into the Physi...
In our previous article, Why Bigger Wakesurfers Struggle To Stay on the Wave and What To Do About It, we broke down the core challenges—from the tug-of-war between gravity and...
Biomechanics of Tricks: Unlocking Air, Spins, a...
When it comes to advanced board tricks success isn’t just about courage or creativity. It’s about understanding how your body moves in space. This is where biomechanics, the science of...
Biomechanics of Tricks: Unlocking Air, Spins, a...
When it comes to advanced board tricks success isn’t just about courage or creativity. It’s about understanding how your body moves in space. This is where biomechanics, the science of...
Efficiency in Motion: Leveraging Body Mechanics...
When it comes to wakesurfing, speed and power are the names of the game. Whether you're cruising for a longer ride or setting up for that perfect trick, how you...
Efficiency in Motion: Leveraging Body Mechanics...
When it comes to wakesurfing, speed and power are the names of the game. Whether you're cruising for a longer ride or setting up for that perfect trick, how you...
The Physics of Movement: How Biomechanics Drive...
When you're wakesurfing, every movement you make is a balance of physics and biomechanics. Whether you're carving back and forth or recovering from a wobble, understanding how your body interacts with the...
The Physics of Movement: How Biomechanics Drive...
When you're wakesurfing, every movement you make is a balance of physics and biomechanics. Whether you're carving back and forth or recovering from a wobble, understanding how your body interacts with the...
Optimizing Air: How Riders and Boards Work Toge...
Air, like all aspects of wakesurf performance, is a combination of rider skill and smart board design. By understanding the physics and dynamics behind it, we can continue pushing the...
Optimizing Air: How Riders and Boards Work Toge...
Air, like all aspects of wakesurf performance, is a combination of rider skill and smart board design. By understanding the physics and dynamics behind it, we can continue pushing the...
Breaking Down Translatable Force: How to Launch...
In the last post, we explored Max Height—the distance your wakesurf board can travel above the water’s surface. Now, let’s look at the second key component of Air: Translatable Force.
Breaking Down Translatable Force: How to Launch...
In the last post, we explored Max Height—the distance your wakesurf board can travel above the water’s surface. Now, let’s look at the second key component of Air: Translatable Force.
Understanding Air in Wakesurfing: What is Max H...
When we talk about wakesurfing performance, one of the most prominent elements is the "Air"—how high your board can launch off the wake. In a previous article, we introduced Air as...
Understanding Air in Wakesurfing: What is Max H...
When we talk about wakesurfing performance, one of the most prominent elements is the "Air"—how high your board can launch off the wake. In a previous article, we introduced Air as...
Mastering Rotational Speed in Wakesurfing
Understanding and optimizing rotational speed is crucial for taking your wakesurfing to the next level. Whether you're aiming to nail that elusive 360 or simply want a more responsive ride,...
Mastering Rotational Speed in Wakesurfing
Understanding and optimizing rotational speed is crucial for taking your wakesurfing to the next level. Whether you're aiming to nail that elusive 360 or simply want a more responsive ride,...
Mastering Linear Speed in Wakesurfing
Wakesurf board speed is one of the easiest aspects of performance to identify. It’s one of those things that you know it when you see it. But there's more to...
Mastering Linear Speed in Wakesurfing
Wakesurf board speed is one of the easiest aspects of performance to identify. It’s one of those things that you know it when you see it. But there's more to...
Human Body Mechanics and Performance
What we haven’t covered in previous posts is how we, as riders, influence performance. Riders affect the performance of a wakesurf board in two major ways: skill level and body mechanics....
Human Body Mechanics and Performance
What we haven’t covered in previous posts is how we, as riders, influence performance. Riders affect the performance of a wakesurf board in two major ways: skill level and body mechanics....
Agility: The Unsung Hero of Wakesurf Board Perf...
In our ongoing series, we’ve been breaking down what makes up the elusive concept of "performance" in wakesurf boards. We’ve already explored how Speed and Air contribute to your ride,...
Agility: The Unsung Hero of Wakesurf Board Perf...
In our ongoing series, we’ve been breaking down what makes up the elusive concept of "performance" in wakesurf boards. We’ve already explored how Speed and Air contribute to your ride,...
The Role of Air in Wakesurf Board Performance
In one of our first posts, we started to unpack what it is we mean when we are talking about wakesurf board performance (link here). In it we defined performance...
The Role of Air in Wakesurf Board Performance
In one of our first posts, we started to unpack what it is we mean when we are talking about wakesurf board performance (link here). In it we defined performance...
The Speed Factor: How It Shapes Wakesurf Board ...
By now you may be asking yourself why it matters that we’ve separated out speed into two separate pieces. For that matter, you may be asking yourself why do we...
The Speed Factor: How It Shapes Wakesurf Board ...
By now you may be asking yourself why it matters that we’ve separated out speed into two separate pieces. For that matter, you may be asking yourself why do we...
FEA: A Better Way to Design Wakesurf Boards
What exactly happens to a car during a crash, or to the Golden Gate Bridge when it sways in the wind? What about when a rubber band snaps or you...
FEA: A Better Way to Design Wakesurf Boards
What exactly happens to a car during a crash, or to the Golden Gate Bridge when it sways in the wind? What about when a rubber band snaps or you...
Performance Optimization Methodology
At Smith Board Co, we’ve set out to design and create the highest performing wakesurf boards to give every surfer the most out of every ride. We’ve discovered ways to...
Performance Optimization Methodology
At Smith Board Co, we’ve set out to design and create the highest performing wakesurf boards to give every surfer the most out of every ride. We’ve discovered ways to...
CFD: Driving Continuous Innovation In Wakesurf ...
Computational Fluid Dynamics, or CFD, is a game changer when it comes to designing anything that flies or floats. Why? The complex models that take humans weeks, months, or years...
CFD: Driving Continuous Innovation In Wakesurf ...
Computational Fluid Dynamics, or CFD, is a game changer when it comes to designing anything that flies or floats. Why? The complex models that take humans weeks, months, or years...
When Force is Fluid: Using Fluid Dynamics to In...
If you've ever tried a skim-style wakesurf board and then switched to surf-style, you’ve likely noticed that they feel and ride completely differently. It makes sense because the former is...
When Force is Fluid: Using Fluid Dynamics to In...
If you've ever tried a skim-style wakesurf board and then switched to surf-style, you’ve likely noticed that they feel and ride completely differently. It makes sense because the former is...
What is Computational Fluid Dynamics?
Computational Fluid Dynamics, or CFD, is a computer modelling technique that analyzes the flow of fluid. It can be used to simulate airplanes in a wind tunnel, or air flow...
What is Computational Fluid Dynamics?
Computational Fluid Dynamics, or CFD, is a computer modelling technique that analyzes the flow of fluid. It can be used to simulate airplanes in a wind tunnel, or air flow...
Mastering the 360: Choosing the Right Wakesurf ...
As your wakesurfing skills progress, you'll naturally be drawn to learning new tricks. One of the first major feats for many riders is mastering the 360 - a full circle...
Mastering the 360: Choosing the Right Wakesurf ...
As your wakesurfing skills progress, you'll naturally be drawn to learning new tricks. One of the first major feats for many riders is mastering the 360 - a full circle...
Tech Talks - Buoyancy
Dive into our weekly Tech Talk with Dylan where he introduces the buoyancy and how it affects your ride. Learn more about the science of wakesurfing!
Tech Talks - Buoyancy
Dive into our weekly Tech Talk with Dylan where he introduces the buoyancy and how it affects your ride. Learn more about the science of wakesurfing!
Tech Talks - Drag
Dive into our weekly Tech Talk with Dylan where he introduces the drag force and how it affects your ride. Learn more about the science of wakesurfing!
Tech Talks - Drag
Dive into our weekly Tech Talk with Dylan where he introduces the drag force and how it affects your ride. Learn more about the science of wakesurfing!
Tech Talks - Bernoulli's Principle
Dive into our weekly Tech Talk with Dylan where he introduces the Bernoulli's Principle and how it affects your ride. Learn more about the science of wakesurfing!
Tech Talks - Bernoulli's Principle
Dive into our weekly Tech Talk with Dylan where he introduces the Bernoulli's Principle and how it affects your ride. Learn more about the science of wakesurfing!
Unleashing Performance with Max Spin Technology
The world of wakesurfing has been relatively unaltered for quite some time, characterized by static designs and a lack of true technological innovation. At Smith Board Co., we are ushering...
Unleashing Performance with Max Spin Technology
The world of wakesurfing has been relatively unaltered for quite some time, characterized by static designs and a lack of true technological innovation. At Smith Board Co., we are ushering...
Hydrodynamics and Wakesurfing: How Water Flow I...
To truly appreciate and excel in this sport, one must understand not just the physical actions but the science behind it. That's where hydrodynamics comes into play. Hydrodynamics, a branch...
Hydrodynamics and Wakesurfing: How Water Flow I...
To truly appreciate and excel in this sport, one must understand not just the physical actions but the science behind it. That's where hydrodynamics comes into play. Hydrodynamics, a branch...
Understanding the Physics Behind Wakesurfing: A...
In the thrilling world of water sports, wakesurfing has carved its distinct niche, captivating enthusiasts with its unique blend of excitement, skill, and the raw power of nature. However, the...
Understanding the Physics Behind Wakesurfing: A...
In the thrilling world of water sports, wakesurfing has carved its distinct niche, captivating enthusiasts with its unique blend of excitement, skill, and the raw power of nature. However, the...