On August 9th, 2024, the iconic surf spot of Lowers, Trestles, California, became the epicenter of a tropical swell that attracted a crew of professional surfers. Known for its world-class waves and picturesque surroundings, Lowers is a favorite among both pros and amateurs alike. On this particular day, the waves at Lowers ranged from 5…
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…
The surf had some fun waves and warm water for this VLOG session. We headed to a localized break we knew some of the surfers to do water photos of. Surfing is more than just a sport, it’s a lifestyle. There’s nothing quite like the feeling of catching a wave and riding it all the…
Surfing is a sport that is heavily dependent on weather conditions. The swell, wind, and tide all play important roles in determining whether or not surfers will catch waves. Sometimes, all of these elements come together in the perfect storm to create the ultimate surfing experience. This was the case recently at Scripps Pier Northside….
Chris Ruddy Surfboards was at Camp Shred 2023 in Cardiff By The Sea. Shaper and craftsman, Chris Ruddy, gave us some insights on two of his favorite surfboard models. The Tube Sock Twin and the Stiletto Twin both of which are available at Surf Ride locations or Chris Ruddy Surfboards website by custom order. Surfers…
Surfing at Lowers on May 22nd, 2023 was a blast, with perfect 3-4 foot faces generated by an early season south swell. The lineup was packed with talented surfers, including Chris Ward, Jeremy Carter, Lucas Owston, Austin Clouse, and up-and-comer Eryk Brandt. These surfers all scored numerous waves despite the crowded lineup. Lowers, known as…
San Diego is known for its beautiful beaches and consistent waves. On January 13th, 2023, the city was hit with a massive Pacific Northwest swell that brought rare big waves to the region. For surfers like professional surfer Zeke and his friends, this was an opportunity not to be missed. As soon as the swell…
Another pumping swell brought some insane barrels to heavy slab at the reefs in San Diego. Locals were out charging such as Lucas Dirkse, Taylor Dodge, Mark Frapwell, Jojo Roper and more. San Diego is a popular destination for surfers all around the world. With its miles of coastline and perfect weather, it’s no surprise…
Surfing is an activity that is enjoyed by people all around the world. There are few better places to catch some waves than in the beautiful city of Carlsbad, California. On the morning of April 1st, 2022, the conditions at Terramar were perfect for those looking to do some long boarding. Especially, to enjoy the…
There was gonna be some huge surf down at Todos Santos, Baja, Mexico so a crew of big wave surfers did a boat trip out to catch the swell. Surfers such as big wave legend Gary Linden, as well as Vicente Yazbek and others all scored some insane rides. On February 6th, 2018, some of…
