Victor Bernardo (@victorbernard0) is one of the most talented free surfers in the world with a silky but explosive style and in this podcast we dive deep into how he developed his style and technique,  the boards he rides from @albumsurf, and his journey through surfing.    Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Early Surfing Years 03:40 Growing Up in Brazil and Surfing Near Sao Paulo 08:00 Surfing Culture in Brazil 12:13 Getting Into Competing 16:10 Natural Talent and Hard Work 17:27 Working with Coaches 21:18 Impact of Coaching on Surfing Style 24:59 Influences on Surfing Style 28:15 Transition from Competing to Free Surfing 30:42 Collaboration with Album Surf 34:03 Experience with Asymmetrical Boards 39:49 Riding Twins and Adjusting to Different Boards 42:05 Transition to Living in the US 45:06 Living the Dream 48:30 Support from Sponsors 50:44 The VB Secret Menu 56:31 Competing with Alternative Boards 57:43 Advice for Everyday Surfers 59:19 Shout Outs   Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Matt Meola, Kassia Meador, Ryan Lovelace, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Dylan Lightfoot, Derek Dunfee, Magnum Martinez, Isaac Stant, Nakoa Decoite, and more!   Join our community of over 28k followers on IG and 15k on TikTok: Basis Instagram Basis TikTok Basis Facebook   Sign up for our free library and