In this podcast I interviewed Dave Allee the founder of @almondsurfboards and talked about how with the right attitude and the right equipment, even 2 ft can be firing, which is their company ethos. It’s a super interesting discussion about the right craft for small waves including midlengths, longboards, and single fins.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and the Importance of Equipment 03:47 Origin Story of Almond Surfboards 05:45 Getting Started in Shaping 08:07 Transitioning to Alternative Boards 10:03 Benefits of Riding a Log 14:47 Influence of Newport Beach on Almond Surfboards 21:45 Regional Differences in Board Design 24:10 Choosing a Longboard 26:32 The Surf Nice Longboard Model 27:29 Sizing the Length of the Board 29:24 Choosing a Board for Beginners 31:19 The Benefits of Single Fins 32:10 Transitioning to Smaller Craft 36:00 The Philosophy of Mid-Length Boards 44:04 The 5'4" R Series Foamie 47:15 Working with Andy Nieblas 51:05 The Perfect Wave   Subscribe for more interviews with pro surfers, coaches, shapers, and everyday surfers like Matt Meola, Noel Salas of Surf n Show, Victor Bernardo, Matt Parker of Album Surf, Kassia Meador, Ryan Lovelace, 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 surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter   Thumbnail credits: @thomas_henry_green Surfers: @andynieblas @_n.adams_ @tegan_gainan @drewmeseck 🎥: @evan.adamson