On February 7th, 2022, the surf scene in Encinitas came alive as local wave riders descended upon Pipes Beach. The waves that morning were a delightful 2 to 4 feet high, offering surfers ideal conditions for their long boards and fish-shaped boards. This spot’s allure lies in its unique reef break, which has earned it…
On May 25th, 2023, the Carlsbad Board Riders competed in the WCBR Qualifiers at Lowers, Trestles. The surf conditions were exciting, with 4 to 7 foot faces, despite some choppiness from by the onshore wind. Carlsbad’s top surfers showcased their skills, representing their hometown proudly. Among them, Taylor Knox stood out, earning a perfect 10.00…
The West Coast Boardriders competition is one of the most anticipated events in the surfing community. The event showcases the best surfers in the West Coast as they battle it out for the top spot. This year’s competition was held on April 9th, 2022, at Ponto Jetty in Carlsbad, San Diego County, California. Teams from…
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…
Xcel Wetsuits is a longstanding and premier wetsuit brand in the surf industry. Xcel was featuring some of its latest wetsuits for 2023 down at the Camp Shred demo in San Diego. During the product breakdown we discussed their Men’s Dry Lock Wetsuit, Men’s Comp Silhouette, Channel Flex 2.0 Technology, and All 3mm Hooded Phoenix….
Filipe Toledo Clinches Second Consecutive Surfing World Title In an impressive display of skill, Filipe Toledo secured his second consecutive Surfing World Title. The surfing world was buzzing with the contest announced for September 9th, 2023, at the famed Lowers, Trestles. Toledo, riding his trusty Sharpeye Surfboard, showcased his mastery in the 5-8 foot waves…
If you’re a surfer in Encinitas, California, you know that catching a good wave is like finding treasure. And on September 5th, 2020, local surfer Chris Blabac struck gold. I had the pleasure of meeting up with Chris for a long boarding session on this beautiful day. Despite the early morning gloomy conditions, the waves…
The 2022 Juniors Championship held at Seaside Reef in San Diego, California, witnessed an unforgettable display of talent and skill by young professional surfer Levi Slawson. Hailing from Encinitas in San Diego County, Levi showcased his exceptional abilities on his home break. Levi touts an impressive lineup of sponsors that include Salty Crew, Oakley, Sharpeye…
On January 19, 2021, a massive winter swell descended upon the La Jolla Reefs, unleashing impressive, cavernous waves. Despite the daunting challenge, only a select few courageous surfers dared to paddle out, lured by the extraordinary conditions. With offshore winds sculpting flawless, glassy barrels, the surf reached towering heights of 8 to 12 feet, occasionally…
One of the biggest swells of the 2015/2016 El Nino Winter brought some massive barreling waves to the La Jolla Reefs, with only a handful of surfers paddling out through the pumping sets. On February 25th, 2016, a group of surfers experienced that rush in a big way. The La Jolla Reefs, located off the…
