The California Coast experienced a massive winter swell, much to the delight of surfers and spectators alike. Forecasters have dubbed it the biggest swell in the last 15 years. Surfers from far and wide rushed to catch the rare big waves at the La Jolla Cove in San Diego. The La Jolla Cove is not…
Steve Walden, legendary and iconic surfboard shaper, shared with us why the Luau & Legends of Surfing Invitational raising money for the Moores Cancer Center is so important to him. This is part of a video series called Luau Stories This is part of a video series called Luau Stories About the Contest: https://luaulegendsofsurfing.org/ For…
This was Day 2 of a great January winter swell in 2016. The surf cleaned up even more on the 2nd day and the locals scored an epic barreling day at the La Jolla Reefs. All the main La Jolla locals were out charging such as Jon Roseman, Henry Hunt, Jojo Roper, Jordan Gaudet, Lucas…
For surfers along the California coastline, the winter season is always highly anticipated. With strong storms and cold fronts brewing in the Pacific, it’s no wonder that the swell is at its best during this time of year. And for those lucky enough to be there, the big winter swell is an experience like no…
On November 6, 2022, the surf scene at Scripps Pier in La Jolla Shores was nothing short of spectacular. With a late fall swell hitting the shoreline, the conditions were pristine. Naturally, attracting surfers of all skill levels, from novices to seasoned surfers. As the number of wave riders increased, it reached a point where…
Located in the picturesque La Jolla Shores of San Diego, Scripps Pier is a popular haven for surfers. While a recent bout of stormy weather may have deterred some, it gifted others on February 16, 2022. The turbulent conditions stirred up a swell that beckoned surfers to its shores. Surfers flocked to Scripps Pier, seizing…
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,…
Pro womens surfer, Sally Fitzgibbons, surfing at the Rip Curl WSL Finals held at Lowers Trestles. Here are some highlights of Sally’s best rides. The world of professional surfing is always exciting, and the 2021 Rip Curl WSL Finals did not disappoint. One surfer who stood out from the rest was Sally Fitzgibbons, who made…
One name has emerged as a rising star in the surfing world – Alan Cleland. Hailing from mainland Mexico, Alan’s remarkable performance at the 2022 WSL Juniors Championship, held at Seaside Reef in San Diego, California, left spectators and fellow surfers in awe. Alan Cleland’s passion for surfing was ignited at a young age when…
The Jen Smith Aloha Invitational is a longboarding contest that brings together some of the best surfers from around the world to celebrate the sport and culture of surfing. This year’s event, held on August 11th, 2022, at Tourmaline Surf Beach in Pacific Beach, was no exception. Among the standout longboarders was Dane Perlee, a…
