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The Surf's Always Up — In Waco, Texas
Episode 491
Some of the world's best artificial waves are happening hundreds of miles from the ocean—in Waco, Texas. They're so good, they're attracting top professionals, casual riders and a science correspondent named Jon Hamilton. Jon's been following the wave technology for years and says the progress is huge. These days, pro surfers are coming from all over to try out Waco's "Freak Peak."
Read more of Jon's reporting on artificial waves: https://n.pr/3zAX95k
Wondering what insights science has to offer for other sports? Drop us a line at shortwave@npr.org.
Published on 4 years, 3 months ago