May 15, 2012
Wave (Machine) of the Future
AWM was featured in Easy Reader mag’s May 2012 issue of The Drop Zone. If you’ve ever wondered how it all began, how Body Glove is involved, or what pro surfers think of SurfStream, read on…
April 19, 2012
FIRE & ICE: SurfStream in Two Hemispheres
FIRE…
Body Glove sends surf pros Anthony Walsh and Cheyne Magnusson to Peru’s ‘Ola Movistar’. Check out the video!
& ICE
Swedish Surfing Association hosts Hang Loose SurfStream Open indoor championships with blizzard outside. See the short film.
February 20, 2012
Gerry Schlegel captures Hangloose SurfStream Open crown in Sundsvall, Sweden
A host of talented surfers competed at the inaugural Hangloose SurfStream Open held on Feb. 18 at the Himlabadet facility in Sundsvall, Sweden. Gerry Schlegel of Germany, recent champion of the Surf & Style European Standing Wave Championship, took home gold in the men’s open division, beating Sundsvall locals William Åhlund and Sebastian Hansen, as well as pro surfer Todd Holland of Cocoa Beach, Florida, who was surfing for the first time in a standing wave machine. Lauren Holland and Odd Persson won the women’s and junior’s divisions, respectively, putting on a great show for onlookers.
A special thanks to the venue host, Himlabadet, the Swedish Surfing Association, and co-sponsors Hangloose, O’Neill, Surfer’s Paradise, Fahlensurf, and Ljud and Ljus Control Sundsvall – not to mention all of the talented surfers who tore it up!
Results:
Open Men 1. Gerry Schlegel, 2. William Åhlund, 3. Sebastian Hansen
Open Women: 1. Lauren McLean Holland, 2. Lina Bergqvist, 3. Maria Edqvist
Juniors: 1. Odd Persson, 2. Joel Åberg, 3. Gustav Kalm
Visit official contest website // View more contest coverage // Hangloose photo gallery
February 17, 2012
Summer events in full swing at ‘La Ola Movistar’ SurfStream Peru
As we shiver in the lineup in our hoods and booties, the Southern Hemisphere is enjoying summertime. What better place to be than south of Lima, shredding ‘La Ola Movistar’? We wish we were there…
Surfers showed off on the SurfStream barrel at the Nike 6.0 Night Riders Surf Attack after-party and awards ceremony on Feb. 4. Skullcandy sponsored the ultimate surfer/skater showdown in search of the best trick on Feb. 10. Check out video highlights.
What’s next? The Summer Thai 2012 Muay Thai tournament on Feb. 18 featuring the best fighters in South America, followed by a surf exhibition and concert by the band Kobra Kai. Punches, waves, and rock ‘n roll!
January 4, 2012
AWM wave machine for surfing dogs makes a splash at 123rd Rose Parade
We never dreamed that one of our wave machines would cruise down Pasadena’s famed Colorado Boulevard or that it would be surfed by dogs, but on the morning of January 2, 2012 the ‘Surf’s Up!’ float sponsored by Natural Balance Pet Foods, Inc. wowed onlookers as it debuted at the 123rd Tournament of Roses Parade. Built by Fiesta Floats and carrying over 6,600 gallons of water, the engineering marvel broke the Guinness World Record for the longest and heaviest parade float. What a way to ring in the new year! Learn more.
January 1, 2012
SurfStream Peru rings in the new year with ‘La Profecia’ party
Over 2,000 guests celebrated the arrival of 2012 at the ‘Ola Movistar’ SurfStream venue at the Boulevard de Asia outdoor mall, south of Lima, Peru. The all-inclusive event featured surf exhibitions, music and dancing.
December 14, 2011
Construction is under way in Montreal!
Check out the beginnings of Canada’s first SurfStream® at Oasis Surf in Montreal, slated to open August 2012:
June 10, 2011
AWM featured by Engineering.com
How is SurfStream® engineered? Take a look at this video by Engineering.com where Allison and Vince go in-depth on standing waves, hydraulic jumps, and engineering endless waves. Enjoy!
May 25, 2011
Surf, bodyboard, and KAYAK!
SurfStream is the truly the most versatile wave machine on the planet. Check out this video of playboater Pelle Nyberg riding SurfStream at Himlabadet in Sundsvall, Sweden. How is this possible? SurfStream is all about a deep cushion of water moving at natural ocean/river speeds. The standing wave mode creates a whitewater roller with plenty of depth for surfboard fins and now paddling! Bring it on SUPs…
April 16, 2011
SurfStream Peru hosts Donavon Frankenreiter at ‘Burn the Night’ event
‘La Ola Movistar’ SurfStream at Boulevard de Asia in Lima, Peru ended its inaugural season with an epic concert and surf exhibition featuring famous California pro surfer-turned-musician Donavon Frankenreiter along with Andres Wurst & The Wavestones. Sponsored by Burn Energy Drink, the event also featured world champion skimboarder Bill Bryan showing his skills on SurfStream’s deeper water waves.
Watch Andres Wurst & The Wavestones
Donavon performs “Free” for the crowd at ‘La Ola Movistar’:
