Surfing has always been a quintessential part of California culture, and it’s no surprise that some of the best surfers in the world hail from the Golden State. And recently, one team from Encinitas proved that they are the best of the best by winning the West Coast Board Riders Surf Contest held at Ponto…
This is part 1 of 2 for this RAW SLAW segment. If you’re a surfer, then you know that there’s nothing quite like scoring some great waves with a few of your buddies. Well, that’s exactly what happened recently at Lowers part of Trestles Beach. This wave is one of the most famous surf breaks…
May 22nd, 2023 marked the arrival of one of the first south swells at Lowers, Trestles. Surfers were greeted with a 4-6 foot face swell, offering ideal conditions for riding the waves. Despite the presence of May Gray, which cast a gloomy sky over the scene, the light winds managed to maintain clean and inviting…
If you’re looking for the perfect surfing destination, look no further than Blacks Beach in La Jolla, CA. On a sunny day back on 12-08-2020, a head high plus swell greeted surfers, creating a thrilling experience. As the marine layer retreated, the waves rolled in, providing an ideal setting for wave enthusiasts. What made this…
On January 12, 2022, La Jolla’s outer reefs welcomed a massive winter swell. Waves were reaching 6-8 feet or double-overhead and bigger faces. Local surfers, including Mitch McCullough, Henry Hunt, Jon Boland, and David Dupont, seized the opportunity for remarkable rides. Days like this call for step-up boards, enabling faster paddling to catch these monstrous…
In the heart of Southern California, La Jolla stands as a premier surfing destination. Especially, La Jolla is known for its iconic reefs. During the recent New Years Swell on December 31, 2023, surfers flocked to the La Jolla Reefs. Undoubtedly, eager to ride the bigger barreling waves. As Day 5 unfolded, the swell maintained…
A rising star is Francisca Veselko, a young professional surfer from Portugal, whose remarkable skills and recent victory at the 2022 WSL Juniors Championships. Her win has positioned her as a force to be reckoned with in the global surfing scene. With an impressive list of sponsors that include renowned brands like Roxy, Lost Surfboards,…
There’s something magical about the ocean, especially for those who have fallen under the spell of surfing. The forecast promised solid 4-6 foot surf in Baja, Mexico on January 25th, 2023. A crew of adventurous surfers embarked on a journey south of the border, ready to conquer the barreling beach break. Baja, Mexico is renowned…
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…
San Diego, with its diverse surf breaks, continues to be a haven for wave enthusiasts. On December 18, 2023, a pristine 3-5 foot face WNW swell graced the coastline, drawing surfers to an unexpected gem – a random sandbar. This hidden spot, perfectly aligned during the swell, attracted a select few who reveled in its…
