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…
On the second day of the New Years Swell, December 28th, 2023, the California coastline was buzzing with surfers. All of whom were seeking the perfect wave. With the popular spots maxed out, attention turned to the rare and novelty breaks that emerge during such conditions. Along the California Coast, surfers knew it was time…
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…
Surfing is a sport that is heavily dependent on weather conditions. The swell, wind, and tide all play important roles in determining whether or not surfers will catch waves. Sometimes, all of these elements come together in the perfect storm to create the ultimate surfing experience. This was the case recently at Scripps Pier Northside….
The WSL Women’s Championship Tour has always been a source of excitement and inspiration for surfing enthusiasts around the world. With some of the best female surfers battling it out on the waves, the Rip Curl Lowers Pro on September 8th, 2022 was a sight to behold. The final five surfers included Brisa Hennessy, Tatiana…
On December 8, 2020, San Diego saw an impressive swell, sending bomb sets to La Jolla Reefs. The majority of surf spots were closed out, but a select few in La Jolla, Encinitas, and Sunset Cliffs were still rideable. Only a brave few ventured out, with offshore winds and waves ranging from 10-12 feet, occasionally…
In June of 2020, Barton headed out to Lowers, Trestles for a couple of contests and some west coast surfing sessions. The surf at Trestles State Beach was a fun 3 to 5 feet with 70-degree water temperature, perfect conditions for Barton to hone his skills. During this session, he scored several sets and focused…
The morning of January 3, 2021, witnessed an electrifying winter swell that set San Diego’s slab reef on fire. This popular surf spot delivered some mind-blowing hollow barrels. Surfers paddled out very amped and came in with massive stoke smiles on their face. Capturing the essence of these epic waves, a drone was deployed to…
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 summer south swell and absence of school had the young groms ecstatic about surfing. With enjoyable 3-4 foot faces on May 22nd, 2023, the waves offered a perfect playground. Amongst the bustling crowd, local surfers like Kai Thompson and Harvey Nelson stood out. While others struggled for waves, the groms expertly snagged the inside…
