Riding the wave: New technology makes surfing possible, even miles from the ocean
Surfing without real waves? Technology’s expanding role in water sports is redefining the surfing experience. From virtual surf sessions to motorized surfboards, surfing is catching the wave of innovation sweeping recreational water sports. Seattle-based Freefly Systems recently debuted its vision for “dronesurfing,” capturing the imagination of techies and aspiring surfers around the internet. And two additional surf technologies will be on display at the Boats Afloat Show, Sept. 14 -18 in Seattle’s South Lake Union. For wake surfers, Malibu Boat’s Surf Band is available through local dealer Seattle Boat Co. Essentially a “surf watch,” the Surf Band is a remote worn around the wrist that allows a wake… Read More
