7 stops, 5 states, 2 countries, multiple champions, and endless memories.

As the Flow Tour continues to grow, so does the community. Riders spent countless hours on waves around the world, training, competing, and most importantly, having fun. The tour continues to showcase some of the best riding we have ever seen across stand-up and bodyboard, women and men, with a new stop welcoming 70 riders and the Flow Tour National Championship bringing together more than 80. We also had international riders at every stop, with athletes traveling from as far as Thailand to Finland to be part of the North America Tour.

None of this happens without the incredible partnerships we have built with our venues. They are more than places to host events, they are the heart of the Flow Tour community, creating spaces where riders can progress, compete, and make memories.

That brought us to our final stop in the Bahamas, a true celebration of the sport and the evolution of FlowRider. The elusive Flow Curl at Baha Bay brought a new challenge, pushing riders above the lip and showcasing a different side of what is possible on the wave. The local Bahamian riders also put on an incredible display of passion and love for the sport.

One of the greatest joys of taking over the tour in 2022 has been watching our Youth and Junior riders grow into incredible riders and, even more importantly, exceptional humans. To all the riders and parents who travel, take time off, and continue to challenge themselves both on and off the wave, thank you.

And a massive thank you to Melissa Lockwood for helping bring the Flow Tour to the Bahamas and making our final stop so special. The partnership with the venue and local community was incredible, and I’m grateful to everyone who helped make it happen.

2026 was an absolute pleasure. Thank you to everyone who made this year so memorable.

Can’t wait to see you back on the waves next year!

Josh Ornelaz, Flow Tour Director