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…
On Day 3 and final day of the swell at this La Jolla reef break, surfers took some heavy slams on the bombs that were still coming through. On January 14th, 2016, surfers at the La Jolla reef break were in for a wild ride as the final day of a massive swell hit the…
On August 24th, 2018, a swell held through the afternoon at a San Diego localized break, providing some clean lines and great conditions for surfing. Many local surfers were out, taking advantage of the chest to shoulder high waves and getting some impressive long rides. What made this session even more special was the use…
The Dana Point Board Riders team showcased their surfing excellence at the WCBR Qualifiers held on May 25th, 2023. Nestled in the majestic setting of Lowers, Trestles, this event drew in the finest wave riders from Dana Point. Surfing for their beloved hometown, a remarkable lineup of talented athletes took to the waves. Among them,…
Many surfers around the world are not familiar with something called “The Luau” which is held every year at Scripps Pier, La Jolla. What is The Luau & Legends of Surfing Invitational all about? Why is it so important? Luau founders, John Otterson and Sam Armstrong, discuss the Luau & Legends of Surfing Invitational, Moores…
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…
In a thrilling display of skill and athleticism, Filipe Toledo has claimed his first ever World Surf League (WSL) Championship Title. The 2022 Rip Curl Finals were held at Lowers, Trestles in Southern California. Toledo, who surfs for Sharpeye Surfboards, Monster Energy, Hurley, and FCS, entered the competition as the number one seed. He lived…
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,…
Blacks Beach, located in the La Jolla neighborhood of San Diego, California, was the place to be on January 14th, 2023. Especially for surfers looking to catch some incredible large barreling waves. As surfers arrived at the beach early in the morning, they were met with an unforgettable sight. The surfing and waves on January…
Surfing enthusiasts know that nothing beats the feeling of catching a perfect wave. Every surfer waits for the right conditions to hit their favorite break, hoping to ride a wave that will make their heart race with excitement. And on June 3rd, 2022, surfers in San Diego were in for a treat when an outer…
