Maui Windsurfers Win Fiji Pro, CA Wave Pool Kicks Off
The surfing world just got a double dose of excitement: Maui’s windsurfers took home the hardware at the Fiji Surf Pro, and California is getting a fresh wave pool experience. Here is the breakdown of the biggest wins and the newest spots to hit.
Maui’s Bernd Roediger didn't just ride the wave; he conquered it. Claiming first place at the Fiji Surf Pro despite dealing with a strained ACL and stepping away from windsurfing for over a month, Roediger proved his metres are top-tier. He told reporters, "It's an incredible feeling. I've wanted to win here since the last Fiji event in 2023, but to actually win it is totally different." His teammate Morgan Noireaux finished third with the highest-scoring single wave of the event, a 9.5-point ride. You can read the full story over at Maui News.
Meanwhile, in the desert, Wavegarden is making waves with the opening of DSRT Surf in Coachella Valley. Just 100 miles from the ocean, this is the second U.S. wave pool operated by the Spanish tech company, following Virginia Beach. The pool churns out an impressive 1,000 waves per hour and offers over 60 world-class wave types, including a powerful "Twister" barrel wave. Photographers, pay attention: this is a prime location for your next shoot. Sessions start as low as $60 per hour, making it a steal compared to other California options. As Wavegarden CEO Jacob "Zeke" Szekely noted, "I never imagined I would be testing aerial waves in the middle of the desert." Check out the tech details over at The Inertia.
Whether you want to chase global windsurfing glory or capture some fresh California coastline action, these stories offer plenty to chew on. Catch the next set and keep snapping those shots!
