On Day 2 the El Nino swell started to drop and get more rideable. The San Diego beaches were on fire with some epic waves. Surfing enthusiasts across the world love nothing more than catching the perfect wave, and February 26th, 2016, will forever be etched in the minds of San Diego surfers as one…
On the morning of December 8th, 2023, La Jolla beaches experienced an impressive high tide, setting the stage for an exhilarating surfing session. The renowned La Jolla reefs, home to some of the most sought-after waves, showcased 5-7 foot face waves. Ultimately, drawing local surfers eager to ride the swell. Despite a touch of wonkiness…
On March 26th, 2022, a group of surfers braved the windy and challenging conditions of Pacific Beach, San Diego. Despite the small 2-3 foot waves, the surfers headed out into the ocean, determined to catch some fun surf. As the winds swirled around them, the surfers were reminded that it was Springtime in San Diego….
Caroline Marks Wins First Ever Surfing World Title Caroline Marks achieved a historic milestone on September 9th, 2023. She secured her inaugural surfing World Titles at the renowned Lowers, Trestles break. This iconic surf spot, located in Southern California, is celebrated for its consistent waves. It is a favorite among professionals and enthusiasts alike. Marks,…
On September 24th, 2022, the SLAW team decided to capture a surfing session using a DJI Mavic drone. The large surf from Hurricane Fiona the previous day had dramatically decreased to waist to chest height, which made it perfect for surfers to take out their longboards for a session. The swell was very clean and…
Surf enthusiasts and wave chasers were in for a treat on March 19, 2022. Seaside Reef, nestled in the picturesque coastal town of Cardiff by the Sea, delivered an unforgettable surfing experience. With pristine conditions, surfers reveled in the opportunity to ride some clean, rippable waves at dawn. Seaside Reef, known for its consistent break,…
Surfing is a sport that is heavily dependent on the weather and ocean conditions. It’s a game of patience, persistence, and being in the right place at the right time. On January 9th, 2019, a great swell hit the La Jolla reefs and for about 1 hour, the reef break was almost perfect. It was…
One of the biggest swells of the 2015/2016 El Nino Winter brought some massive barreling waves to the La Jolla Reefs, with only a handful of surfers paddling out through the pumping sets. On February 25th, 2016, a group of surfers experienced that rush in a big way. The La Jolla Reefs, located off the…
On March 1, 2022, the San Diego reef break area delivered epic waves to local surfers. The swell created flawless, barreling waves at one of its renowned reefs. With face heights ranging from 5 to 7 feet, it was a surfer’s dream come true. These incredible conditions were complemented by unusually low negative tides and…
The El Nino Swell on Feb 25th, 2016 brought huge waves to the San Diego beaches and the majority of surf spots were totally maxed out conditions. A handful of surfers at this beach break managed to find a couple rideable waves in between the non-stop wash through sets. The El Nino Swell is still…
