Press release from Surf Loch:
Surf Loch, the pioneer in artificial wave engineering, officially introduces Wavebender, its breakthrough wave-generation technology that redefines what’s possible in commercial surf pool design.
Debuted at the Surf Park Summit in Virginia Beach and showcased at the IAAPA Expo in Orlando, Wavebender delivers ocean-like power and a uniquely sculptured wave face that bends toward the surfer creating a surfer’s dream wave. Not only possessing the ultimate wave shape, when compared to competing pneumatic linear pools, Surf Loch’s proprietary design doubles surfing capacity by generating consistent, high-quality waves (single or A-frame) every 13 seconds with ride durations exceeding 18 seconds—providing multiple surfers an unbelievable experience throughout their day.
With the same proven flexibility in wave shape creation as seen at their Palm Springs installation, Surf Loch’s Wavebender (available in varying degrees of bend) is designed by surfers, for surfers – able to challenge the best in the world, whilst providing a commercial platform for beginners and evolving intermediate surfers.
Revolutionary Wave-Bending Physics
At the heart of Wavebender lies patented wave-bending technology that dynamically warps the wave toward the surfer, mirroring the physics of natural reef pass breaks. This innovative approach offers:
- Superior wave quality — Every ride delivers the performance surfers expect from hollow barrels to epic sections for airs
- Versatile experiences — A wider range of ride options for surfers of all skill levels
- Compact footprint — Industry-leading flexible designs to accommodate resort and facility development constraints
- High surfer throughput — Maximized daily surfer capacity generates maximum revenue and operational efficiency
“It is the culmination of 40 years of innovation,” said T. Lochtefeld, Founder of Surf Loch. “The easy road was a straight line—but that’s not the best wave in nature. The vision was creating a tropical reef pass, a wave that is constantly bending in at you. Curves are constantly changing, and the nonlinear math for solving the Navier-Stokes equations is not trivial. But Surf Loch succeeded, and Wavebender was born.”
Leading the Next Generation of Surf Resorts
With Wavebender, Surf Loch moves into a new chapter of surf pool development. Following the model of premier golf and ski resorts, Surf Loch is defining the future of surf resort real estate —distinguished by precision engineering, creative versatility, and an unwavering commitment to recreating the most advanced experience every surfer seeks.
“This is more than technology,” Lochtefeld added. “This is about creating destinations where surfers find the waves they love, where developers find an investment with high ROI, and where the sport continues to grow.”
We believe every location is unique and the guests/members ultimately dictate the selection of waves and sessions – this is where we support your business model by providing various footprints of the Wavebender (1° and 3°) as well as various equipment packages that start at a power requirement under 2mw, whilst still maintaining wave height at 6 ft, uncompromising quality, and operator controlled flexibility.
Integrating the Wavebender into your masterplan is made easier by: a full suite of pool models with options for surfer traffic flow, multiple beach configurations, spectator positioning, and real estate to be leveraged by complimentary amenities. Further, our WaveWare software provides unrivalled control over your waves and ensures safe operation and proactively manages equipment health to help maintain peak operational condition and performance efficiency while reducing the time and cost spent on repair and disruption.
Surf Loch is proud to announce that Wavebender is already under contract and in construction development in the US, Brazil, and Australia. Additional Wavebende digital renderings will be available publicly in 2026 or with completion of an NDA.
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