The Jersey Shore is no stranger to powerful swells, but when Hurricane Fiona made its way up the East Coast, it sent some of the biggest waves the area has seen in years. With faces ranging from 7-12 feet, the surf was a sight to behold, drawing in a handful of surfers and bodyboarders eager…
Surfers hit the jackpot with epic waves at San Diego’s La Jolla Reefs on 01-17-2021. Among the lucky riders were Skip McCullough, Mark Frapwell, Shayne McIntyre, and Owen Miller, who scored incredible rides. A drone captured the action, offering a unique perspective inside the barreling waves, which stood at a thrilling 6-8 feet. These experienced…
Jason Shook met us over at Seaside Reef for a People Who Surf interview. Jason tells us about growing up surfing in Orange County and making the Quiksilver team. Then eventually settling down in San Diego and becoming a lifeguard / marine safety officer for Solana Beach. We check out his latest boards from Chas…
The 2022 Juniors Championship held at Seaside Reef witnessed a stunning display of surfing prowess by Tahitian prodigy, Kauli Vaast. The young surfer left spectators in awe as he showcased his exceptional skills in the uncommon large surf for San Diego. Hailing from the world-renowned surf destination of Tahiti, Kauli Vaast has honed his talents…
Caught up with young surfer Nico Launais at a reef break in La Jolla that had some great mid tide barrels. Nico tells us about his Sharpeye Surfboards Inferno 72 the Dark Arts version and how it handled. The Sharpeye Surfboards Inferno 72 Dark Arts model is a high-performance surfboard. Especially, designed for experienced riders…
Surfing enthusiasts know that nothing beats the feeling of catching a perfect wave. Every surfer waits for the right conditions to hit their favorite break, hoping to ride a wave that will make their heart race with excitement. And on June 3rd, 2022, surfers in San Diego were in for a treat when an outer…
A really good sized winter swell hit the La Jolla reefs and some of the outer reef breaks started to pump with a bunch of the locals hitting it up. If you’re a surfer, you know that there’s nothing quite like catching a wave on a good swell. And on December 17th, 2018, surfers in…
On May 18th, 2023, the shores of Newport Beach experienced an extraordinary event that left adrenaline junkies in awe. The Wedge, renowned for its powerful and unpredictable waves, showcased some of the biggest swells seen in years. Surfers and bodyboarders from all around flocked to the iconic spot. They were eager to challenge themselves against…
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 March 1st, 2022, surfers in the San Diego reef break area were in for a treat. They scored some epic hollow barrels. The ocean swell that day delivered clean and barreling waves. The direction angling right at one of the picturesque reefs along the coast. Surfers reveled in the thrill of riding waves that…
