Ep 2. Inland Surf Park
- October 7, 2017
Innovation Nation is back with season 4 episode 2, and this time they're showcasing the latest in urban surfing technology - the Inland Surf Park. Water sports enthusiasts who reside far from the beach and do not have easy access to ocean waves will delight in the barrier-breaking technology presented on this episode.
The episode chronicles the construction and launching of a Surf park that simulates an authentic ocean wave system. Its unique and innovative design allows surfers from far-flung places to get a taste of the exhilarating experience that surfing in the ocean brings.
The Inland Surf Park is said to be the first human-made wave system in Sacramento, California, believed to bring a slice of the surfing lifestyle to this landlocked city. The show aims to explore and showcase the technology involved in producing the perfect man-made wave, one that mimics the natural ocean waves, allowing surfers to practice and improve their craft.
The episode starts with a brief on the creators of the Surf Park, Touchstone Climbing. They are a company that have been in the business of urban recreation for a long time, and know-how of sporting equipment and facilities for surfing and other outdoor activities. They set out to make this dream of man-made waves a reality and partnered up with Waves, a company specializing in the technology required for surfing in a controlled environment.
Next, the show takes us to the Surf park located at the heart of Sacramento, where senior Surf Park engineer Eric Silverman is demonstrating how the man-made wave system works. The wave system is fascinating, and it appears to be pre-programmed according to the surfer's specifications. Eric also took out time to explain the complex mechanics behind the Surf park's system, how the waves are generated, and the science behind the artificial system of the Surf park.
The show goes on to show surfers racing, surfing, and executing their moves, all with an ear-to-ear grin on their faces as they enjoy every moment of their experience at the Surf Park. They're surfing in a controlled environment, with the huge waves they usually have to travel far to experience now right at their doorsteps. This is where the Surf park triumphs in innovation, providing a limitless supply of waves for surfers to improve and perfect their art.
Throughout the show, viewers are transported between the Surf Park and the Waves headquarters as different engineers and creators explain the technology used to create the man-made wave system that is behind the Surf park's success. The creators discuss the computing power, the simulations they performed, and the materials used to construct the Surf Park. It's a melting pot of engineers, designers, and surfing enthusiasts, working together to turn this novel idea into a reality.
The show proves that this Surf park represents a massive step forward in the world of surfing and water sports. It doesn't matter where you are located or whether you have access to the ocean; the Surf park has you covered. Not only is it a dream come true for surfers living far away from the oceans, but it will be a perfect place for beginners to learn surfing and build their skills, all in a controlled environment. The Surf park ensures that you can surf all year-round, no matter the weather.
Innovation Nation season 4 episode 2 is both informative and enjoyable, showcasing the amazing Surf park that is Inland Surf Park. It is a show worthwhile for surfers, water sports enthusiasts, and non-surfers alike. Anyone can appreciate the technology that has gone into generating these man-made waves, bringing a slice of the ocean inland.
The Inland Surf Park is a symbol of progress and innovation, showcasing how, with the right technology, we can recreate the natural systems in a controlled environment. It is a testament to the will and ingenuity of humans, who can use their creativity to overcome the limitations of geography and environment.