The scientific measurement and analysis of activity has been common for land-based sports for many years. But it's been hard to apply to surfing because of lack of a controlled environment. However, recent advances in waterproof wireless sensors, monitoring technologies and flumes (endless pools with a simulated current) have made it very possible.
The leader in the study of surfers surfing is California State University San Marcos (CSUSM) and their Department of Kinesiology, led by associate professor and Kinesiology Department Chair Jeff Nessler. Dr. Nessler, and Sean Newcomer, assistant professor of kinesiology.
The San Diego Union-Tribune recently devoted an entire page to the university's efforts: "CSUSM Researchers Making Waves: Surf industry uses university to help develop products."
It's available to read here.
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| Credit:Hayne Palmour IV/San Diego Union-Tribune |
PaddleAir Products Inc. is mentioned in the article, Why? Because the
Ergo by PaddleAir was tested by Dr Nessler and his CSUSM Kinesiology students in the flume. The results will be released soon; but we're happy to hint that they show that you can paddle stronger, surf longer.
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