Over the past week, several notable events have unfolded in the world of surfing:
Massachusetts Coastal Storm and Its Impact
A powerful nor’easter struck the East Coast of the United States, particularly affecting Massachusetts. The storm generated waves up to 4.6 meters, breaching coastal defenses and damaging homes in areas like Brant Rock and Marshfield. The National Weather Service issued alerts for intense surf and coastal flooding, with residents reporting significant property damage. Beyond the immediate coastal impact, the storm caused widespread flooding, beach erosion, fallen trees, power outages affecting over 100,000 customers, and transportation disruptions in the Northeast. This event was particularly unusual for September, a month typically outside the usual nor’easter season in New England. The danger stemmed not from a single massive wave but from the persistent surf over several hours and tidal cycles. (as.com)
Reappearance of Cabedelo do Douro Wave in Portugal
The legendary Cabedelo do Douro wave in northern Portugal made a brief return after more than 20 years. In the late 1990s and early 2000s, this wave offered spectacular right-handers over 300 meters, surfed by paddle. Its disappearance was due to the construction of two jetties that significantly altered the coastal dynamics. However, recent storms and swells displaced large amounts of sand, temporarily recreating the sandbank that allowed the wave to break again for several days. This ephemeral resurgence was documented in the video “Surfing Returns to Cabedelo do Douro,” featuring surfers Hugo Abreu and Nuno “Stru” Figueiredo. Despite the wave’s return, challenges such as strong currents and equipment issues were encountered, leading to a rescue operation several miles offshore. The future of this wave remains uncertain, depending on natural variables that are difficult to predict. (as.com)
Launch of Immersive Surfing Film by Apple and Red Bull
Apple and Red Bull released “World of Red Bull – BIG WAVE SURFING,” an immersive film developed for Apple Vision Pro. Released on October 2, 2026, the film transports viewers to the iconic Teahupo’o wave in Tahiti. Utilizing Apple Immersive Video technology, it offers stereoscopic 3D footage in 8K, a 180-degree field of view, and spatial audio. Cameras were strategically placed on boats, in the channel, and even inside the wave’s barrel, providing unprecedented perspectives. The project features prominent surfers such as Ítalo Ferreira, Molly Picklum, Michel Bourez, Lucas and João Chianca, among others. The film is available on the Apple TV app as part of the Apple Immersive Video catalog, offering a unique experience that simulates the sensations of surfing one of the world’s most challenging waves. (as.com)
Highlights:
- Olas gigantes impactan contra varias casas en Estados Unidos, Published on Monday, September 28
- O Cabedelo do Douro: el regreso de una potente ola que llevaba 20 años desaparecida, Published on Sunday, October 04
- Apple y Red Bull lanzan una película immersiva en la famosa ola de Teahupo’o, Published on Saturday, October 03
