Wave Pools Evolve & Laid‑Down Surf Stunts in the US
Two wildly different waves are hitting the US right now—one is a cutting‑edge wave pool, the other is a city‑center dare that put surfers on the metro rails. Both deserve a spot in Surf Snaps.
Next‑Gen Wave Pools Light Up California’s Desert
The Inertia recently celebrated the opening of Wavegarden’s second U.S. wave pool at DSRT Surf in Coachella Valley. The facility can blast out 1,000 waves an hour and catalogs over 60 world‑class shapes, from textbook barrels to air‑friendly aerials. Paddles up for a $60 drop‑in session and watch Zeke Szekely say 'the best wave pool in the world.'
Daredevils on a Metro Rail: LA’s Wrap‑Around Adventure
Just weeks after the new D Line extension snaked through the Mid‑Wilshire tunnels, two riders were spotted clinging to a moving car for nearly twenty minutes—a stunt that sparked alarm among transit officials and sparked a nationwide conversation about subway surfing. Officials warn the practice can be fatal, citing scientific studies that link viral clips to repeat attempts and high‑voltage injuries. The incident highlights the thin line between extreme sport and dangerous spectacle.
Los Angeles train stunt puts the story on a national stage and reminds us that even familiar scenery can become a playground for risk.
Whether you’re chasing perfect barrels or dodging a train, these tales show how surfer culture keeps evolving, pushing limits in both quiet pools and bustling streets. Dive deeper on the wave‑pool marvel and the LA safety alert with the full stories linked above.
