HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., Sept. 23, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Surfline/Wavetrak Inc., the company behind global surf forecasting powerhouse Surfline, is stoked to announce the addition of three live HD cams in Bali. Surfline launched both the Impossibles HD Cam and Uluwatu HD Cam on July 18, 2014. The third Surfline HD Cam launched September 18, 2014 at Keramas .
"The new Bali cameras help Surfline fulfill its mission of to enabling surfers around the world live better, more fulfilling lives." said Ross Garrett, Surfline's GM of Surf. "Whether you're in Bali and want to know before you go, or you're in Australia and want to take a mental vacation, these cams are another step forward for the surfing world."
During nighttime in Bali, the cams are turned off, so be sure to check out the Camera Rewind files from the previous 5 days of swell action on each of the HD Cams.
The new Bali cam locations add to Surfline's extensive network of worldwide HD wave cams. Surfline has a total of 170 HD cams worldwide, including 24 new cams added in 2014. Surfline's HD cams are available with 30 second ads to all registered users and available ad-free for Surfline Premium members on Surfline.com, Surfline's mobile site, and the Surfline App for iPhone and Android and Windows Phone.
The addition of the Bali cams aligns with Surfline's mission to help surfers everywhere 'Know Before You Go.' Combined with Surfline's surf reports, regional forecasts, spot forecasts and animated charts in the region, the three new HD cams are yet another powerful tool enabling surfers to score great waves by being in the right place at the right time.
First gaining recognition as a counterculture retreat, Bali today is a popular surfing destination, drawing an influx of traveling surfers each year as well as supporting a thriving culture of local surfers.
"Since the days of Hakman, Lopez and McCoy, stories and images of Bali have captivated the imagination of surfers around the world." said Ross Garrett, Surfline's GM of Surf. "Today, Surfline gets to play Bill Boyum and share that iconic view from the cliff with the rest of the world. These new cameras help Surfline fulfill its mission of to enable surfers around the world live better lives."
To learn more about Bali's surfing heritage, check out Surfline's 'Talk Story' featuring Gerry Lopez .
Beyond Bali Cams and Forecasts
In addition to HD cams, surf reports and extended forecasts available on Surfline.com, Mobile.Surfline.com and the Surfline App for iPhone, Android and Windows Phone , Surfline also offers surf news, videos and photos. Surfers can visit Surfline's Local Photos section to view surf photos of their favorite breaks or to find photos of themselves surfing.
-About Surfline/Wavetrak, Inc.-
Surfline/Wavetrak, Inc. specializes in providing live and predicted ocean weather information, editorial content, and consulting services to consumers, businesses, and government agencies worldwide.
Headquartered in Huntington Beach, California, Surfline/Wavetrak Inc. is focused on enabling its customers to pursue peak surfing, marine, and fishing experiences through the Surfline.com, Buoyweather.com , and FishTrack.com brands on web and mobile platforms.
Since 1985, Surfline.com has built the largest streaming coastal HD cam network and merged premier surf forecasts and editorial talent with industry-leading technology to produce content of quality aimed at active participants in the sports of surfing primarily, with other ocean enthusiasts such as stand-up paddle boarding, windsurfing, bodysurfing, bodyboarding and kitesurfing utilizing the services as well.
In 2003, Surfline/Wavetrak Inc. acquired Buoyweather.com, a popular website for boaters, sailors, anglers and divers. Buoyweather is unique from its network of "Virtual Buoys" that provide focused marine forecast data for coastal and offshore areas in the world. From each virtual buoy point, users are able to gauge current wind speeds and swell heights, as well as garner a seven-day marine forecast for that precise location.
In 2012, the Company launched Fishtrack.com, a website for offshore fisherman. FishTrack offers coverage of many of the world's top sport fishing destinations. Users are able to view the latest SST charts and chlorophyll imagery, plot waypoints and receive marine weather forecasts with one convenient tool.
The company's online properties were visited by an average of 175,000 unique people per day and an average of 2,000,000 per month.
The Company offers paid premium subscription services on both web and mobile platforms. In addition to paid subscriptions, the Company also offers advertising and provides a range of marketing services designed to reach and connect with users of Surfline, Buoyweather, and FishTrack.
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