The WSL Rip Curl Finals at Lowers Trestles in September 2022 saw some of the best surfing performances by the world’s top surfers. However, one surfer who stood out from the rest was Italo Ferreira. The Brazilian surfer entered the finals that morning ranked #4 in his heat against Kanoa Igarashi. But, Italo’s determination and…
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…
FCS Fins: The Best Surfboard Fins and Accessories of 2023 When it comes to surfing, having the right equipment can make all the difference in the world. One of the most important pieces of equipment for a surfer is their fins. FCS Fins has been a leader in the surfing world for over 25 years,…
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…
We met up with Matt Ritter for a new segment on SLAWTV we are calling People Who Surf. Matt talks about history surfing, travels, and why he loves riding Bret Boards Hawaii. This segment will feature interviews with former pros to your average joes. Matt grew up in South New Jersey surfing the local beach…
Stephanie Gilmore clinched her 8th world surfing championship title in style. She surfed with a dominant performance at the 2022 Rip Curl Finals held at Lowers, Trestles in Southern California. Gilmore was pitted against some of the best female surfers in the world. Surfers including Brisa Hennessy, Tatiana Weston-Webb, Johanne Defay, and Carissa Moore. Stephanie…
On August 24th, 2014 the Wedge in Newport Beach was absolutely massive with bombing surf from a huge south swell pushing up the Southern California coastline. Most spots were totally maxed out but the Wedge could handle the size no problems. Local surfers, bodyboarders, and bodysurfers all paddled out to catch some glory barrels. Wedge…
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….
Local surfers in San Diego enjoyed an evening session at a Mysto Reef on December 4th, 2020. Despite its inconsistency, a few dedicated surfers took advantage of the 5-7 foot face waves and had a blast. As dusk approached, the surf break came alive, offering long rides along the reef. The memorable session was documented…
On January 5, 2022, a promising swell graced the ocean, accompanied by a swiftly changing high tide. Though conditions were a bit windy, wave faces reached a thrilling 4-6 feet. Local Point Loma surfers, such as Daniel Anthony, seized the opportunity for a mid-day session. Fortunately, the crowd was relatively light, a rarity at often…
