Onda, a groundbreaking surf app, launched on July 16, 2025, in Northern California, delivering AI-powered surf forecasting and community features for surfers of all levels. Available on iOS and Android, Onda combines hyper-local forecasts, personalized recommendations, and real-time community updates to enhance the surfing experience.
Onda app launched on iOS and Android in Northern California.
Offers AI-powered surf forecasts and personalized recommendations.
Features hyper-local spot-level forecasts updated daily.
Includes surf log, session sharing, and crew chat functionalities.
AI Surf Assistant answers real-time surfing queries.
Free eco-friendly Treeswax and launch party on August 1 in Santa Cruz.
Onda leverages a proprietary AI model that integrates live data from NOAA, CDIP, and other sources to deliver hyper-local forecasts tailored to individual surfer preferences. Unlike traditional surf apps, Onda provides personalized recommendations based on wave size, wind direction, and tide windows, ensuring surfers never miss optimal conditions.
The app fosters a vibrant surfing community through features like Crew Chat, enabling users to coordinate sessions, share stories, and connect with local surfers. Onda’s Surf Log and Session Sharing allow users to track and post their sessions, enhancing engagement and collaboration among crews in Northern California’s surf scene.
Onda’s AI Surf Assistant acts as a virtual guide, answering questions like “Where should I paddle out right now?” or “Will the swell hold through the weekend?” This feature, combined with spot-level forecasts updated throughout the day, provides surfers with real-time, actionable insights to maximize their time on the water.
"We built Onda because we were tired of missing good sessions," said Quincy Carroll, co-founder and CEO of Onda. "Most surf apps are just weather data in disguise. Onda makes it personal. It's like having a surf guide who knows your break, your level, and your preferences." To mark the launch, Onda is distributing free Treeswax, an eco-friendly surf wax, in Santa Cruz, Pacifica, and Ocean Beach, with a launch party planned for August 1 at Steamer Lane Lighthouse in Santa Cruz.
Onda’s launch redefines surf forecasting by blending AI intelligence with community engagement. With plans to expand beyond Northern California, the app is set to become a go-to tool for surfers seeking better waves and stronger connections, all within a sleek, intuitive platform.
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