As the sun began to rise over the horizon, a group of local surfers headed out to Moonlight and D Street beaches in Encinitas, California. The waves were clean and playful, providing the perfect canvas for a morning surf session. The size of the waves ranged between 2-3 feet, making it ideal for surfers of…
The surfing community is always buzzing with excitement when it comes to up and coming talent, and the recent competition at Lowers, Trestles did not disappoint. With a lineup full of young surfers, the energy and enthusiasm were contagious, and the waves were plentiful. Among the standout performers were Quaid Fahrion, Kai Thompson, Mia McLeish,…
In this first video segment of Custom Surfing Vehicles for SLAW we caught up with Jason Shook to take a tour of his 2017 Mercedes Sprinter 2500 4×4 van. Jason a local Encinitas surfer also spends a lot of time at the beach but also going on road trips to hunt for waves. Jason describes…
Moonlight Beach in Encinitas, California is a popular destination for surfers from all over the world. On October 14th, 2020, local surfer Chris Blabac had the opportunity to enjoy a fun longboarding session at this iconic beach. The early morning hours provided the perfect conditions for a great surf session. The water was still warm…
On Day 3 and final day of the swell at this La Jolla reef break, surfers took some heavy slams on the bombs that were still coming through. On January 14th, 2016, surfers at the La Jolla reef break were in for a wild ride as the final day of a massive swell hit the…
The La Jolla Cove, situated in San Diego, became a surfing haven during the recent New Years swell. With massive waves continuing to roll in, surfers eagerly descended upon the Cove on December 30th. Surfers took to the ocean as the tide dropped in the afternoon. The majority of sets ranged from 12 to 15…
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…
Did Ethan Ewing Have the Best Turns in the Contest? The electrifying Surfing World Titles competition at Lowers, Trestles on September 9th, 2023, showcased the incredible skills of surfers from around the globe. Among the standout performers was Australian surfer Ethan Ewing, who rode the waves with passion and precision. The event took place at…
Surfing is not just a sport, but a way of life for many coastal communities. The thrill of riding a wave in the ocean is a feeling like no other. For members of the Carlsbad Board Riders Surf Team, this connection was on full display at the West Coast Board Riders (WCBR) Surf Contest. The…
The evening before, conditions on the reports looked great for this new swell mixed with a wind swell. Reports said wind was gonna turn offshore in the middle of the night and be glassy for dawn patrol. Surfers at this sand bar in North County scored with the dawn patrol. If you’re a surfer, you…
