Real surfboards used on FlowRider’s new deep flow stationary wave system
FlowRider has launched its first deep flow stationary wave system - FlowSurf – with the surf technology inspired by nature.
The FlowSurf Experience
FlowSurf was created out of over 30 years of experience in the stationary wave industry, but it looks a bit different than the average product in the FlowRider lineup. FlowSurf is created using a deep flow of water, which enables guests to use a real surfboard to carve a never-ending wave - instead of riding the wave on a flowboard.
Marshall Myrman, president of FlowRider notes “we all live, eat, sleep, and breathe surfing at FlowRider. FlowSurf isn’t real surfing because you’re not in the ocean, and it takes out the most difficult parts of surfing.
“River waves, which FlowSurf is modelled after, provide an amazing and fun experience on a surfboard where you cut and carve a continuous deep flow wave. Surfers of all levels will be able to work on their skills and have an absolute blast on this wave.”
FlowSurf is designed to accommodate all skill levels. A bar can be used to help beginners gain their confidence on the wave, and skilled surfers get the unique experience of shredding a wave that keeps pumping endlessly.
Engineering Informed by Nature
Engineering inspiration often comes from nature, and the Waimea River Wave is the inspiration for FlowSurf. This wave is created by surfers when the Waimea River overflows into the ocean, and the result is a silky-smooth surface that surfers can carve on.
Eliza Dawson, design and development engineer at FlowRider adds “we knew that to create the best possible ride experience, we needed to replicate the incredibly smooth flow found in some naturally occurring river waves, which is a huge challenge in a stationary wave system since pumps introduce turbulence.
“To solve this problem, we took inspiration from nature. We observed that the roots of mangrove trees have a smoothing effect on water which inspired the water smoothing-technology used in the ride.”
The Growth of Surf
Surfing is one of the fastest growing sports. Growing at 12% yearly, global surfing markets are projected to be worth $3.1 billion by 2026. FlowSurf meets a growing market for surf experiences outside of the ocean by making the sport more accessible to people who live inland or even those near the ocean. Surfside bars work hard all day and into the night to provide ROI that makes them one of the hottest new trends in location-based entertainment. FlowSurf will captivate a crowd and be the centrepiece of these venues.
About FlowRider
FlowRider created the stationary wave machine category and has been making stationary waves since 1991. For over 30 years, FlowRider has been dedicated to developing innovative, reliable, delight-inducing wave technology.
FlowRider leads the charge with dedication to innovation, quality, and service. The newest innovation, FlowSurf, combines the care and quality of FlowRider with the future of stationary wave machines. Learn more at www.flowsurf.com.
Images: FlowSurf Venue Renders
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