Maui Windsurfing, New Wave Pool, and Bangladesh's Surf Rise
Hey Surf Snaps crew, we’ve rounded up three stories that are making a splash right now. From a Maui victory in Fiji to a brand‑new wave pool in the desert and a rising surf scene in Bangladesh, there’s plenty to get excited about.
Maui Windsurfers Shine at Fiji Surf Pro
Maui’s Bernd Roediger took the top spot at the Fiji Surf Pro, riding the legendary Cloudbreak reef in 13‑foot surf. Despite a strained ACL and a month off the water, Roediger posted a winning score of 18.07, calling the win 'like a blessing.' His teammate Morgan Noireaux earned third place and lit up the competition with a 9.5‑point single wave, the highest of the event. The women’s title went to Australia’s Jane Seman, who reclaimed her Cloudbreak crown. You can read the full recap over at Maui News.
Wavegarden Opens Second U.S. Wave Pool in Coachella Valley
Wavegarden just flipped the switch on DSRT Surf in Coachella, the second American park run by the Spanish tech giant. The pool can crank out 1,000 waves per hour and offers more than 60 different wave types, including a special setting for aerial practice and a barreling option the company calls the 'Twister.' Sessions are expected to start around $60 per hour, making it a more affordable alternative to Palm Springs Surf Club. The facility is slated to open to the public in late summer, and surfers are already calling it the best wave pool in the world. Get the details on The Inertia.
Bangladesh Surf Set to Make Asian Games Debut
Surfing is about to hit a new continent at the Asian Games, and a pair of surfers from Cox’s Bazar are ready. Sixteen‑year‑old Fatima Akhter and twenty‑five‑year‑old Mohammad Mannan have been training on the world’s longest beach, aiming to put Bangladesh on the surf map. Akhter says the moment she steps on a board she forgets everything else, while Mannan watches John John Florence videos to refine his technique. Their story is a testament to how far the sport can travel. Follow their journey in The Daily Star.
Whether you’re chasing a barrel in the desert, testing your skills on a wave pool, or cheering on a new generation of surfers, there’s a wave waiting for you. Keep an eye on Surf Snaps for more updates and don’t forget to share your own sessions with #SurfSnaps.
