subject: Surfing in Tahoe: The Ultimate Guide to Wakesurfing the Big Blue [print this page]
Wakesurfing has quickly become one of the most popular water sports on alpine lakes across the country. Learning to Surf Tahoe combines the thrill of ocean surfing with the controlled, endless wave created by a specialized tow boat. Unlike traditional waterskiing or wakeboarding, wakesurfing takes place at slower speeds, typically between 10 and 12 miles per hour. Riders glides on a short board just feet behind the boat's stern, riding the continuous displacement wave without being attached to a tow rope once they find the wave's sweet spot.
