Welcome to another episode of LUEX FM. Our CEO, Tim Heising, delves into the pristine powder and ethereal beauty of Niseko, Japan, a skiing mecca that will leave you breathless and yearning for more. Join us as we venture into this captivating winter wonderland with an insightful chat with head guide, Stefan, from Rhythm Rides.

Dive into the fascinating world of Moroccan surf culture as we take a trip down memory lane with Tarik Wahbi, one of Morocco's most influential and iconic surf coaches. In this enthralling episode, Tarik shares captivating stories of growing up in the backyard of Anchor Point. Join us as Tarik recounts his journey from wide-eyed local grom to renowned surf coach, detailing the evolution of Morocco's thriving surf scene and its impact on his life. Discover the hidden gems and best-kept secrets of Moroccan surf spots, as Tarik reveals the intricacies of its diverse coastline and the tight-knit community that inhabits it.

What is it like to grow up in the land of righthand pointbreaks, ya might want to know? Charlotte De Rochecouste was born and bred close to some of the best waves on the planet. First in Casablanca, then around the points of Taghazout, Cha is a staple in the lineup. Growing up around some of the best Moroccan surfers, she has not only carved her own path in surfing, but has also created a space for others to do the same. Speaking of her latest venture, Charlotte takes us on a tour of her surf lodge in the heart of Tamraght. She emphasizes the importance of friendships and the community in surfing, and how her lodge reflects that. Tune in as Charlotte talks about competing for waves with the boys, to sweeping floors and running her own gig.

We owe you this one. After a few months off, the mic, we return with the Aftermath of Kale Brock's first ever international Surfer's Roadmap retreat in the Maldives. In the summer we send him and a few lucky surfers to Ayada in the Maldives for an intense week of surf coaching. 7 guests, 7 days, 70000 hours of surfing (I suck at math).

Surfing is hard. We’ve all experienced the feeling of being stuck, or worse, going backwards in our surfing. Unfortunately, getting better at surfing often occur as a linear progression. We often feel it gets worse before we get better and then we plateau… sometimes for decades! But what if we tell you that there's a way to fast-track your surfing and make guaranteed progress in just seven days? And it gets better! You'll be able to take your surfing to the next level under the watchful eyes of one of the most dedicated and progressive surf coaches out there, surrounded by crystal clear water, paradise feels and world-class waves in one of the most beautiful corners in the world!

This is a really special episode as we go back in time exploring a time when the Maldives were mostly unknown to the rest of the world. It took two Australians, a mad captain, a trip to South Africa and a ship running into a reef passage somewhere in the Indian Ocean to put the Maldives on the map as a surf destination. Ian is a storyteller! And the stories he has are plentiful!

We still owe you the follow-up from our chat with WSL judge Joao Maya on the progression of the sport and on how you can get better by riding the right equipment

After 2 years in the works, we are finally ready to share a piece of tech that will change the way you experience surf & snow travels forever. Tune in to our latest podcast episode with our CEO Tim Heising spilling the goods.

In this episode, surf coach and WSL judge Joao Maya takes us on a journey through the progression of surfing and how his professional experience shaped his methods of teaching and judging. Joao is one of those larger-than-life personalities with plenty of stores to tell! Make yourself a cup of joe, sit back and listen to some of the greatest takes on the progression of the sports, and what you can do to get better at it.

Traveling with boards can be a hassle and/or a liability for your wallet. If you are a board nerd like some of us, you know the feeling of what we're about to say, "too many boards, not enough space in the board bag." Before every trip, we are faced with the same dilemma; which boards should I bring AND, more importantly, WHY should I bring them?! It's science! And Sam Zubevich, Brand Manager of JS Industries, will tell you everything there's to know about boards, so packing for your next surf trip will be an absolute piece of cake!