On June 23, 2020, the surfing world was treated to a spectacular display of talent and skill as a group of young female surfers took over the lineup at Trestles. The surf was fun and playful, with waves reaching 3-5 feet, providing the perfect canvas for these young surfers to showcase their abilities. The progression…
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…
Scripps Pier is no stranger to the surfing community. With its consistent waves and prime location, it has become a go-to spot for surfers of all levels. This morning was no exception, as a crew of surfers took advantage of the surprisingly shreddable conditions. Former professional surfer turned San Diego Fireman, Peter Cuffaro, was among…
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,…
On June 18th, 2019, the surfers at Trestles were treated to a second day of a new swell, and Uppers was pumping with some solid waves. Trestles, located in Southern California, is known for its magnetic pull on talented surfers from all around the world. And on this day, they were out in force, ripping…
Johanne Defay, the French surfer from Reunion Island, is one of the most talented and tenacious surfers on the Women’s World Surf League (WSL) circuit. The 2022 Rip Curl Finals at Lowers Trestles saw her come up against the legendary Stephanie Gilmore, but despite not taking the title, Johanne gave a remarkable performance, showing us…
On the afternoon of December 27, 2023, surfers in San Diego were treated to a rare spectacle. As the new swell gained momentum, a rare reef break along the coastline began to awaken with the dropping tide. With wave faces ranging from 4 to 7 feet, the conditions were ideal for those seeking a great…
On May 26th, 2023, the Santa Cruz Board Riders team competed at the WCBR Wheat Cup Finals. Throughout the day, the consistent 3 to 6-foot faces provided an excellent challenge for the surfers. Veterans and rookies alike from Santa Cruz showcased their skills in the contest. Despite the long drive to Lowers, Trestles, the Santa…
There was gonna be some huge surf down at Todos Santos, Baja, Mexico so a crew of big wave surfers did a boat trip out to catch the swell. Surfers such as big wave legend Gary Linden, as well as Vicente Yazbek and others all scored some insane rides. On February 6th, 2018, some of…
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…
