learning to barefoot

Well my entire body hurts, but i can finally check off barefooting in my bag of tricks.
Truth is; i tried multiple times to do it without much success.and have read a LOT on here and watched every video on youtube and studied it so i would know what to do. But the trip down to Zoar mini last weekend, and getting a chance to pull a few people and having a seat in Tim's boat for a while is what helped me the most. Seeing it done in person teaches me more than any youtube video.
First pull of the day i planted and got up but i think i did what every excited new footer does is stand up to high to fast. i got progressively better at my body position after that.
I tried off the 5' line but i think i'm going to give that a go next weekend once i've gained my strength back.
I also pulled a friend of mine who i was impressed with, seeing as though he had never even thought about footing once, till he got on the boat and watched it done. We figured out he has some kind of tendon issue with his left foot he never even knew about. you can see it in the video.

Thanks to everyone who has contributed any info or instructions on this subject. glad to finally get up and join in the fun.
I ordered some parts, going to make a boom adjuster because the lowest i could get my boom with the current setup was not ideal.
made a little video of our pain.
-Tony

Very entertaining

I have been reading through the forum for a while as well. Last year was my first year on the boom. Bought a used suit over the winter and my goal for this year was deepwater starts longline. Was able to do it early this summer but finally got some pics this weekend. Learned a lot here and also watching videos of Lane Bowers and others.

That's pretty quick learning. Nice looking suit!

he did, He was in it for more punishment than i was. we were both paying for it the next day. meanwhile i've been stretching and eating motrin like candy, hopefully get back out there this weekend.
Thanks for the input i can see it now that i'm watching the video. (it really is the best teacher)
working on a permanent mount for the camera now for the best viewing angle.
-Tony

Tony, BTW that sond is funny sh...t

I'm about to board my flight to Europe and had some time to think about this barefooting virus I caught.
Last year this time, I followed the posts here and thought you guys are nuts...
The while with Kapla, I thought, what the hell, let's try it.
So since that I'm hooked and can't get enough, also because of this site.
I want to thank all of you for your input, pointer and time spent with me these last few month.

I was back out last weekend and had a blast with Jackie, Timbob and Jimbob.
Here my pointers for all newbies (and Adam when it comes to pointer no.1 )
1. Once long line, cheeking out is hard work and I do best by taking the foot of the rope to help me dig in and steer better



2. Be patient (and don't stand up at 32mph or be prepared to eat tons of water as the boat accelerates to BF speed...)



3. Enjoy every second footing with friends.



Oh and bring Timbob for if you want cool pics and thank for the help!

Next up - 1 foots and backwards deepwater starts. Both are fairly "easy" once you have mastered going forward. Best barefooting technique to learn is the "Tuck and Roll". Water at 38 to 41 mph hurts.....

"And now I have to go make a disc. I just got served... "

Statue of Limitations has not run out yet?

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Great job Colin.

awesome job

ditch the watch. that will A- catch water and cause drag when he's learning deepwater starts or B- leave a funny mark on his forehead after a yard sale

Moms always know when there done! Great job Colin, welcome to your new obsession.

Yeah, I was going to post up a thread about this but got back home and the next morning had a tree down in the yard. Once I can get my pics downloaded and my yard scheduled to be cleaned up I'll be posting up some stuff.

Needless to say, it was a really cool weekend. Meeting John and Cam was awesome. Even though the water was marginal at best we still managed to get some great video of John so definitely stay tuned. I should be able to get something posted in the next day or two.