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…
For surfers along the California coastline, the winter season is always highly anticipated. With strong storms and cold fronts brewing in the Pacific, it’s no wonder that the swell is at its best during this time of year. And for those lucky enough to be there, the big winter swell is an experience like no…
Steve Walden, legendary and iconic surfboard shaper, 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 This is part of a video series called Luau Stories About the Contest: https://luaulegendsofsurfing.org/ For…
Jon Roseman, a founder of Tavarua Resort in Fiji, shared with us why the Luau & Legends of Surfing Invitational and raising money for the Moores Cancer Center is so important. This is part of a video series called Luau Stories. Roseman informed us how a Fijian tribal elder named Chief Druku suffered from Cancer….
A couple women’s surfing pros, Frankie Seely and Kaitlin Maguire, decided to take over the lineup at Swamis Beach in Encinitas and put on a noseriding longboard show. The two women, both skilled longboarders, paddled out into the crowded lineup and proceeded to catch many of the best head high waves that came through that…
This is part 2 of 2 for this RAW SLAW segment. Surfing has always been a sport that relies heavily on the natural elements. On July 19th, 2022, the surf gods delivered some firing south swell to the shores of Lowers, Trestles. This was a day that many surfers wait for, despite the expected crowds…
Pro surfer, Conner Coffin, surfing at the Rip Curl WSL Finals held at Lowers Trestles. Here are some highlights of Conner’s best rides. The 2021 Rip Curl WSL Finals held at Lowers Trestles showcased some of the best surfing talent in the world, and among them was professional surfer Conner Coffin. Ranked #4 in the…
The Ventura Board Riders team showcased their exceptional surfing abilities during the WCBR Qualifiers on May 25th, 2023 at Lowers, Trestles. Local surfers from Ventura gathered to bring the coveted Wheat Cup back to their beloved hometown. Among the talents on display, Sage Erickson, a former WSL Championship Tour surfer, stood out as a true…
Surfing is a sport that is not just about catching waves but also about experiencing the natural beauty of the ocean. When the wind, tides, and waves come together to create the perfect surfing conditions, there is nothing better than hitting the beach with your board and feeling the rush of adrenaline as you ride…
Surfers eagerly anticipated the much-anticipated swell that hit La Jolla’s beaches on the morning of December 27th, 2023. Renowned for its barreling reefs, La Jolla proved to be a surfer’s haven. Waves reaching 6-8 foot faces, rolled in with offshore perfection. Local chargers such as Niko Launais, Crusoe Frapwell, and Mick Davey reveled in the…
