New California Wave Pool, Maui Wins, and Beach Safety Alerts
California just got a second wave‑pool destination with the grand opening of DSRT Surf in the Coachella Valley, just 100 miles from the ocean. The Wavegarden‑run facility can generate 1,000 waves per hour and offers over 60 different wave types, from aerial‑ready ramps to barreling "Twister" waves that give surfers plenty of time to breathe inside the tube. You can read the full scoop right here.
Meanwhile, back in Hawaii, the Maui windsurfers made a splash at the Fiji Surf Pro, taking top honors in the 13‑foot surf at Cloudbreak. Bernd Roediger claimed first place despite a strained ACL, while Morgan Noireaux delivered the highest single‑wave score of 9.5 and finished third overall. The event, held from June 6‑14, showcased some of the toughest conditions on the World Windsurfing Tour, with four boards destroyed and one competitor broken. You can dive into the details over at Maui News.
Safety concerns are also making headlines on the West Coast. California lifeguards are warning of sneaker waves and strong rip currents along the coast, urging visitors to stay off rocks, keep an eye on kids, and never turn their backs to the ocean. In response, free life‑jacket stations are being installed at popular beaches, giving beachgoers an easy way to stay safe. The full story, complete with local quotes from Joe Stoffers and other officials, is available here.
