Issue No. 01 · Surf Coaching
SurfAuddy
Upload a clip and let your AI surf buddy hand back a coach's read, served as a single magazine page.
Submit Your Clip
Upload your surf clip.
mp4 / mov / avi · up to 500MB · 10–30 seconds recommended
First Time?New here? Quick start guide▾
Who this is for
- Surfers who want an objective read on their form
- Anyone wondering "what should I fix first?"
- Self-coached surfers without easy access to a real coach
How to use it (under a minute)
- 1️⃣ Pick your board — longboard (9ft+), midlength (7–9ft), or shortboard (under 6ft).
- 2️⃣ Upload your clip — mp4 / mov / avi, 10–30 seconds recommended, up to 500MB.
- 3️⃣ Hit Analyze — Gemini reads the footage for ~30 seconds to 1.5 minutes.
What's in the report
- 🎯 Top priority fix — the single change that moves the needle most
- ✅ What's working — 3 to 5 strong points
- ⚠️ Weaknesses + how to fix — with a frame grab from the exact moment in your clip
- 🏃 Today's drill — an actionable practice plan with location, time, gear, and step-by-step instructions
💬 Want to dig deeper?
At the bottom of your report, chat with the coach AI for follow-up questions. Try things like "the drill looks intense — give me a lighter version" or "explain weakness #1 in more detail."
🔒 Limits & data retention
- 📹 Video— deleted from our server and Gemini's the moment analysis ends. Not stored, anywhere.
- 📊 Report (auto-saved when signed in) — auto-deleted after 90 days.
- 🔗 Share links — expire 30 days after creation.
- 📈 Analysis limit — 1/day for guests, 3/day signed in (to manage Gemini costs).
FAQFrequently asked▾
Q. Is my video stored anywhere?
No. It's deleted the moment analysis ends — from our server and from Gemini. Only the text report is kept, and only for signed-in users (up to 90 days).
Q. Do I need to sign in?
No, but it helps. Guests can run 1 analysis per day. Signed-in users get 3 per day plus auto-saved reports (90 days).
Q. Where are my reports saved?
Only for signed-in users — your reports are tied to your account. Auto-deleted after 90 days, or delete them anytime from My Reports. Guest reports vanish when the browser tab closes.
Q. The report feels too generic. Why?
Common causes: the clip is too short (under 5 seconds), the angle hides your stance, or the ride is cut off mid-wave. Best results come from a clip showing one ride from start to finish.
Q. Can I share my report?
Yes — use the "Create share link" button at the bottom of the report. Only the analysis text and frame captures are shared (never the video). Links expire 30 days after creation.