Also coming to Pokemon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon is that of a new PokeRide Pokemon. Back in Pokemon Sun & Moon, players only had the options of surfing the waters of Alola with either Lapras or Sharpedo. But now, players will have the additional options surfing with Mantine as a PokeRide Pokemon. (It is not yet known if both Lapras and Sharpedo will now be returning as PokeRide Pokemon at this time.)
Unlike Lapras and Sharpedo, Mantine can be used to surf between the Islands of Alola, and it has the special ability of riding up incoming waves. Because of this, players can perform certain tricks (like real-life surfers) off the top of each and every wave. The more tricks performed and the better you land from said maneuvers, the better you will be graded for your moves. (Though it is not yet clear if these points you earn from being graded have any real value while playing.)