Wingnut, the legendary longboarder featured in the Endless Summer II movie, recently shared his thoughts on why the Luau & Legends of Surfing Invitational, which raises money for the Moores Cancer Center, is so important to him. This event, which has been held annually for over 20 years at Scripps Pier along the La Jolla…
The Rising Stars of Generation Alpha Dominate at Lowers, Trestles On May 22nd, 2023, a talented crew of Generation Alpha surfer girls made waves at Lowers, Trestles. Led by rising stars Mia McLeish, Marlow Harris, Ruby Stringfellow, and the dynamic duo sisters, Lola and Sienna Fleming. These young athletes showcased their immense skill and passion…
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…
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…
Today, we have the pleasure of catching up with Sol Aguirre, a remarkable professional surfer from Peru. Our interview takes place during a fun south swell at Lowers surf break in Trestles State Beach. Sol shares her insights on the Channel Island surfboard she rode that day and why it was the perfect choice for…
On February 27, 2022, surfers at Seaside Reef in Encinitas, specifically Cardiff, welcomed the dawn of a new swell. This picturesque surf spot on the Southern California coast is renowned for its thrilling waves. The morning session unveiled fantastic surfing video highlights, showcasing the beauty and excitement of Seaside Reef. Surfers were treated to waves…
Surfers in La Jolla had a blast catching waves on 12-09-2020. The swell offered consistent 4 to 6-foot faces, setting the stage for an exciting session. The glassy conditions and the higher tide provided ideal opportunities for carving and turns. The choice of surfboard became paramount, especially when the waves held power but were a…
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…
Devon Howard, former professional longboarder and editor of Longboard magazine, shared with us why the Luau & Legends of Surfing Invitational raising money for the Moores Cancer Center is so important to him. This is part of a video series called Luau Stories. Devon Howard is a celebrated longboard surfer. His name is synonymous with…
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…
