Johanne Defay, the French surfer from Reunion Island, is one of the most talented and tenacious surfers on the Women’s World Surf League (WSL) circuit. The 2022 Rip Curl Finals at Lowers Trestles saw her come up against the legendary Stephanie Gilmore, but despite not taking the title, Johanne gave a remarkable performance, showing us…
The 2022 Juniors Championship held at Seaside Reef witnessed a stunning display of surfing prowess by Tahitian prodigy, Kauli Vaast. The young surfer left spectators in awe as he showcased his exceptional skills in the uncommon large surf for San Diego. Hailing from the world-renowned surf destination of Tahiti, Kauli Vaast has honed his talents…
Sharpeye Surfboards was at Camp Shred 2022 in Cardiff By The Sea and production manager, Daniel Garcia, gave us a review of some of Sharpeye latest surfboard models. The Sharpeye Surfboard’s HT2 youth surfboard model offers young surfers a stable and responsive platform for mastering their skills. Its design ensures a smooth ride and improved…
The Isaac Wood Everyday Ryder Longboard Surfboard Design Isaac Wood, a seasoned veteran with nearly three decades of experience, embodies the legacy of Gordon and Smith Surfboards. As a key figure within the company, Wood has not only witnessed but actively contributed to the evolution of surfboard design. His latest endeavor, The Everyday Ryder longboard,…
There were some summer time south swell and we went out to shoot at Moonlight Beach in Encinitas with Chris Blabac. While out in the water there was a massive pod of dolphins that came through the lineup super close. Surfing is a sport that connects us with nature in a very unique way. It’s…
San Diego is known for its beautiful beaches and great waves, and on January 7th, 2023, a rare reef break was pumping with some fun 5-7 foot surf. This was an opportunity that professional surfers, Skip McCullough and Zeke, could not pass up. A few of their friends and other local San Diego surfers scored…
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…
Huntington Beach, California – The Vans US Open surf contest kicked off this week with the men’s Round of 48 and 24. With a decent sized south swell in the water, the professional surfers had the opportunity to showcase their skills in some epic waves. Despite some mid-day winds that caused some choppy conditions, the…
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,…
If you’re a surfer, you know that finding the perfect wave is a feeling like no other. That’s why when a rare sandbar breaks in California, surfers from all over the coast flock to the spot to catch some waves. On Jan 6th, 2023, that’s exactly what happened. As word got out about the breaking…
