On February 27, 2022, a promising swell began to grace the shores of Cardiff Reef in Encinitas, Southern California. Morning offshores blessed surfers as they flocked to this renowned spot, causing it to buzz with activity. With clean, consistent waves ranging from 3 to 5 feet, Cardiff Reef became a surfer’s haven. The lineup was…
In a thrilling display of skill and athleticism, Filipe Toledo has claimed his first ever World Surf League (WSL) Championship Title. The 2022 Rip Curl Finals were held at Lowers, Trestles in Southern California. Toledo, who surfs for Sharpeye Surfboards, Monster Energy, Hurley, and FCS, entered the competition as the number one seed. He lived…
This episode of the Vlog we swim out at the 2018 UC San Diego Luau & Legends of Surfing Invitational benefiting Moores Cancer Center to do some water photos during the heats. It is very difficult when swimming out to do water photography during a live contest. Ultimately, the camera person needs to make sure…
On January 5, 2022, a promising swell graced the ocean, accompanied by a swiftly changing high tide. Though conditions were a bit windy, wave faces reached a thrilling 4-6 feet. Local Point Loma surfers, such as Daniel Anthony, seized the opportunity for a mid-day session. Fortunately, the crowd was relatively light, a rarity at often…
The sport of surfing is one that requires patience, skill, and a love for the ocean. For those who ride longboards, the experience is even more special. Longboard surfers are a dedicated group who enjoy the art of riding waves in a graceful and stylish manner. On March 23rd, 2022, longboard surfers gathered at Tourmaline…
The New Years Swell was coming to an end. The La Jolla Shores still had some waves coming through on 12-31-2023 but also a crowded lineup. Ben Gravy really wanted to catch some waves on his last day in San Diego, but didnt want to deal with the crowds. So he called his old pal,…
San Diego’s post-Christmas surf scene received a major boost with a phenomenal swell, yielding epic, hollow barrels. The conditions were impeccable, boasting glassy waves, gentle breezes, and wave heights scaling from 5 to 8 feet. Local legends such as Jojo Roper and Skip McCullough, alongside a crew of talented up-and-comers, seized the opportunity to ride…
FCS Fins: The Best Surfboard Fins and Accessories of 2023 When it comes to surfing, having the right equipment can make all the difference in the world. One of the most important pieces of equipment for a surfer is their fins. FCS Fins has been a leader in the surfing world for over 25 years,…
Devon Howard, former professional longboarder and editor of Longboard magazine, 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. Devon Howard is a celebrated longboard surfer. His name is synonymous with…
On July 24th, 2018, a group of surfers gathered at a semi-localized spot to catch some great summertime waves. The SLAW VLOG team was there too, to capture the moment and take water photos of the surfers. The spot was located a few hundred yards from shore, making it a decent swim out into the…
