Surfing at Lowers on May 22nd, 2023 was a blast, with perfect 3-4 foot faces generated by an early season south swell. The lineup was packed with talented surfers, including Chris Ward, Jeremy Carter, Lucas Owston, Austin Clouse, and up-and-comer Eryk Brandt. These surfers all scored numerous waves despite the crowded lineup. Lowers, known as…
The morning of January 3, 2021, witnessed an electrifying winter swell that set San Diego’s slab reef on fire. This popular surf spot delivered some mind-blowing hollow barrels. Surfers paddled out very amped and came in with massive stoke smiles on their face. Capturing the essence of these epic waves, a drone was deployed to…
On June 23, 2020, the surfing world was treated to a spectacular display of talent and skill as a group of young female surfers took over the lineup at Trestles. The surf was fun and playful, with waves reaching 3-5 feet, providing the perfect canvas for these young surfers to showcase their abilities. The progression…
Surfers in La Jolla had a blast catching waves on 12-09-2020. The swell offered consistent 4 to 6-foot faces, setting the stage for an exciting session. The glassy conditions and the higher tide provided ideal opportunities for carving and turns. The choice of surfboard became paramount, especially when the waves held power but were a…
A rising star is Francisca Veselko, a young professional surfer from Portugal, whose remarkable skills and recent victory at the 2022 WSL Juniors Championships. Her win has positioned her as a force to be reckoned with in the global surfing scene. With an impressive list of sponsors that include renowned brands like Roxy, Lost Surfboards,…
On June 23rd, Andino paddled out at Lowers Trestles, and he immediately made his presence known. The surf was around 3 to 5 foot faces, and it provided some great ramps and sections for Andino to demonstrate his airs. Andino is known for his progressive surfing style, and he wasted no time in putting on…
Blacks Beach, located in the La Jolla neighborhood of San Diego, California, was the place to be on January 14th, 2023. Especially for surfers looking to catch some incredible large barreling waves. As surfers arrived at the beach early in the morning, they were met with an unforgettable sight. The surfing and waves on January…
Surfers eagerly anticipated the much-anticipated swell that hit La Jolla’s beaches on the morning of December 27th, 2023. Renowned for its barreling reefs, La Jolla proved to be a surfer’s haven. Waves reaching 6-8 foot faces, rolled in with offshore perfection. Local chargers such as Niko Launais, Crusoe Frapwell, and Mick Davey reveled in the…
The WSL Women’s Championship Tour has always been a source of excitement and inspiration for surfing enthusiasts around the world. With some of the best female surfers battling it out on the waves, the Rip Curl Lowers Pro on September 8th, 2022 was a sight to behold. The final five surfers included Brisa Hennessy, Tatiana…
On October 18th, 2020, the SLAW team visited the Waco Surf Resort to capture an aerial view of the waves using a DJI Mavic drone. The results were stunning, and the footage captured the surfers catching some of the best rides of their lives. The waves were nothing short of perfect, with ideal shape, size,…
