It was only a matter of time before someone created a compelling format to harness the power of surf parks. Enter the Wave Pool Surf Tour (WPST). Announced this week, their new endeavor, Ride The Future, is an international online competition inviting surfers from anywhere in the world to submit their best artificial-wave performances for a shot at cash and prizes. And with an entry fee of just $10, it’s accessible to everyone.

Running November 13 through December 13, 2026, Ride The Future is open to pro surfers and civilians alike. The event features men’s and women’s divisions across Groms (U14), Juniors (U18), Open and Masters (40+), with 72 prizes up for grabs, including $3,000 in cash and more than $17,000 in Wave Pool Surf Tour memberships, 2027 event entry packages, and sponsor merchandise.

Unlike traditional surf competitions, there’s no need to travel to a designated venue. Surfers can enter from any wave pool worldwide, submitting footage captured during 2026.…