“In the Camera Roll” takes a look at Zap team riders’ recent adventures as they see them through the lens of their phone! First up is international rider Leo Freitas. Straight from Brazil, Leo has made a name for himself with his super hype personality and amazing shredding skills on the board. He had a whirlwind of travel in 2026. Check it out in his own words below!
Trip To Melaque, MX
This was the first trip of the year in March to Melaque. I met the Valencia brothers there and we caught a side wave in Muertos and had a lot of good waves during the contest. I finished the contest in 3rd place.
Cabo San Lucas Cabo
San Lucas was the first stop of the UST, which happened in April of this year. The Zap Crew had fun times on Lovers Beach and so many good waves. I lost in the semi-final to Gerardo, who was the contest winner and I finished this contest in 4th place. I’m happy that I went to the podium with my brothers!
Portugal with the Zap Euro Crew
After that, we went to Portugal. It was my first time in Europe and it was fun spending time with Mega and the Zap crew. I finished the contest in 6th place and went straight to the United States.
Dewey Beach for Worlds
I arrived back in the US and headed to the Zap factory to finalize my board. We went to Dewey Beach after that for Worlds and had a great time. Delaware was very fun and it’s one of my favorite contests on the tour.
Vilano Contest
Staying in the US, I got to compete at the events in Florida. Like Vilano, where I took 3rd place.
Headed to Cali
After that, I went straight to California to compete in The Vic. I caught a lot of good waves and it’s always fun to be in Cali.
First USA Contest Win in Vero Beach
This was my first contest win in the US! I was stoked!
Board Design & NJ Contest
I made my new board with final art and went to compete in New Jersey. I finished the contest in 2nd place by making an amazing final with Mason. Good times, dude!
Oktoberfest in Cali
I went straight to California to compete at the Oktoberfest, the final stop of the UST It’s always good to go to Cali and catch the best waves in the world. I finished the contest in 4th place and finished the year in 5th place in the overall ranking
Finally Home To Brazil
I stayed in the United States for another two weeks and then returned to Brazil, ready for the next challenges.