Citywave
The standing wave that finally rides like a real wave: deep water, real boards, endless ride time.
How it works
Citywave pumps a high volume of water over a submerged, shaped ramp in a deep channel. The result is a stationary, steep-faced wave that never ends until the session does. Because the water is deep, surfers ride real shortboards with fins, not the foam boards used on sheet waves, and operators can tune wave height and speed per session.
What it does well
- ~Continuous wave with no waiting between sets
- ~Deep-water face for real surfboards
- ~Session-level adjustability from beginner to pro
- ~Compact footprint for resorts and malls
Where you can ride it
Frequently asked
+Where can I surf a citywave?
The largest citywave installation is The Lineup at Wai Kai on Oahu, a 100-foot wide standing wave. Citywave systems also run at venues across Europe and Japan.
+Is a citywave the same as a FlowRider?
No. A FlowRider is a thin sheet of water over a padded surface ridden on foam boards. Citywave is a deep-water standing wave designed for real surfboards with fins.