City Wave @ Munich -2-

ThisHello, this is CAP.Last timeIt's a continuation from, and it's finally the volume of citywave's first experience ...Anyway, it is a great sound because it is an indoor facility.Beginner class starts in the midst of rapids.IMG_6704↑ First of all, a steel bar is installed in the middle of the pool, and regular people enter from the right side, and Goofy people enter from the left side.Even in the beginner class, the size of the waves does not seem to change much from the intermediate level and above, and the amount of water is enormous, so I am quite nervous when I take off (?) For the first time.Moreover, there is a washing machine right behind, so this is also exciting.

IMG_6707↑ As everyone gets used to it little by little, the coach can pack people.It's too packed!The crowd is reminiscent of midsummer Shonan.However, the person in question (and of course CAP) is too focused in front of me and the other person does not care at all.After all, unlike normal surfing, the water rises from the bottom to the top.And since it is a huge amount of water (= water pressure), if it becomes a load on the hind legs even a little, it will fall back in a blink of an eye and it will be a prey to the washing machine.Of course, on the contrary, if you increase the forefoot load even a little, it will pass through the bar.Actually, it's a very delicate movement.If you don't get used to this, the soles of your feet will feel stiff?
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B42v1hEQWag?rel=0&controls=0&showinfo=0] ↑ If you repeat this practice many times, you will want to go sideways on the face of the wave.However, of course there is a pitfall here as well, and it is quite difficult to put the rail of the board on the face of the wave while sharpening the feeling of the sole of the foot as mentioned above because there is "almost no play" unlike the original surfing. It's the real intention.
IMG_6711↑ After about 15 minutes, the bar of life will be removed. From here, regular (right wall side) / Goofy (left wall side) will depart alternately.It's like practicing a halfpipe.When this area can be used by one person, I want to go sideways more and more.But for the first time in 1 minutes it won't let me do that.However, once you get used to it, you can continue to ride for about 15 minute, so you can handle an amount that is incomparable to the original surfing that ends in 1 to 10 seconds.After all, if you reach a level where you can practice your actions, it can have a significant impact on your progress in surfing at home.However, it will be a little difficult until we reach a level where we can take action ...
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkSLOtpgKzY?rel=0&controls=0&showinfo=0] ↑ This kind of movement When will it be possible ❗️ is so light.The advanced class is a series of actions that are no different from watching normal surfing.I have to practice.However, when I hear from the development staff of citywave, I assert that it is better to recognize it as a sport different from surfing.It seems difficult even for a good surfer at first, and it is very important to switch firmly in your head (and of course how to use your body).So that's it.It's the feeling of seriously trying new sports without clinging to the glory of the past.

IMG_6752↑ By the way, soft boards are the mainstream for the essential tools.The fins also used flex fins in the washing machine to prevent injury.It is worth mentioning that even beginners have markers so that they can see where to put their feet.I thought this was quite important.The proper stance width is very important because it is difficult to distribute the weight before and after.The choice of board is about 10 cm shorter than usual.

IMG_6808↑ There are pros and cons to artificial waves, but it is wonderful that you can feel free to do it in a familiar place.The rider's kids, already supported by citywave here, seem to be doing great at the "real surfing" competition.Such a city wave will finally land in Tokyo.The place is Oimachi, Shinagawa-ku.It is a 5-minute walk from Oimachi Station on the Keihin Tohoku Line. We are preparing for the opening on August 8th, so please come and visit us.Of course, CAP is also tightly involved.

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2005 years from 12.As the marketing manager of Hoshino Resorts Alts Bandai / Urabandai Nekoma Ski Resort, he oversees attractive development, public relations, sales, and sales promotion.In the past, he was also involved in the development of BURTON SNOWBOARD's beginner-only board "LTR". In May 2017, he moved to Sherpa Co., Ltd. and started an inbounds attracting / attracting consultant with snow.He also serves as a writer for FREE RUN. Since July 5, he has been engaged as the senior adviser of citywave TOKYO as the operation manager of Asia's first artificial river surfing facility. Transferred to Sports Facility Management in June 2018 and started a wider range of advisory business.Currently, while working on a project to maximize the number of customers in Fukushima, during the season, he introduces Japanese mountains to foreigners as a dedicated guide for mint tours (https://minttours.com) headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. ------------------------ Twitter: @ kei7cap Instagram: @ kei2019cap