What Is Harry Thinking? Attempting to Be All California Cool While Surfing in an Artificial Wave Pool
Prince Harry is getting quite the reality check as he attempts to embody the laid-back California lifestyle. His father, King Charles, and brother, Prince William, seem to have left him floundering as he “eats salt water for breakfast.” This situation goes beyond just surfing; it’s a royal wipeout for the Sussex spare.
Currently basking under the warm Californian sun, Harry was recently caught on video trying to surf at Kelly Slater's Surf Ranch, a wave pool located in landlocked California. Surfing legend Rayman van Basta shared the clip, expressing his admiration for Harry as he waxed poetic about the Duke of Sussex. However, this was far from the gnarly surf bro moment that Harry likely envisioned.
Back across the pond, King Charles and Prince William have long established themselves as athletic pros. Charles, with his youthful vigor and grace, earned the nickname "Action Man" in his prime. Whether he was windsurfing, skiing, or playing polo, he epitomized elegance in motion. Naturally, the internet couldn’t resist comparing Charles’s sporting finesse to Harry’s less-than-stellar pool surfing attempts.
Let’s take a moment to reflect on those old photos of Charles. In his youth, he was quite the heartthrob—fit, athletic, and commanding. He executed every endeavor with a sense of dignity that Harry, now a poster boy for California dreaming, seems to have left behind in the UK.
And let’s not forget about Prince William. He has inherited his father’s natural athleticism and that enviable olive skin. While Harry struggles in a wave pool, William is focused on addressing real-world issues like homelessness and mental health. Of course, the Sussex Squad might argue that Harry is simply enjoying a moment of peace. But really, is struggling to paddle on a man-made wave and popping up like a toddler learning to stand the best he can do?
The problem is that Harry’s entire public persona has morphed into a series of "almosts." He’s an almost surfer, an almost soldier, an almost pilot—everything his father and brother excel at, but he’s just sort of there. Some royal watchers may argue that it’s unfair to compare Harry to Charles or William, but how can we not? With a father admired for his athletic prowess and a brother who embodies poise, it’s impossible not to draw comparisons. Sorry, Harry, but you’re coming up short.
Adding to the hilarity is Harry’s apparent belief that his wave pool venture is some kind of flex. Dude, you’re in a wave pool in California, where there are actual beaches with real waves everywhere! Perhaps he should take a cue from his dad and hit the real surf. After all, King Charles didn’t earn his "Action Man" status from riding synthetic waves.
If Harry truly wants to impress us, he needs to paddle into an actual wave without assistance. Until then, he remains a half-hearted participant—half surfing, half royal, and half present in his public duties. Everything he does seems like a feeble attempt to mimic his father or brother, lacking the genuine finesse that defines their actions.
Surfing, much like Harry's life, requires skill, dedication, and balance—all attributes that seem to elude the Duke of Sussex. Meanwhile, William is actively working on meaningful projects, helping the homeless, and contributing to society's betterment. In contrast, Harry is busy racking up bills and monitoring his manufactured waves. Is he living the dream or just caught in a delusion?
So while Harry continues his California surfer phase, let’s remember that his father and brother haven’t just dominated the waves—they’ve also mastered life itself, doing so with far more grace and dignity.
