This was the 3rd surf spot I hit this really epic morning. Surfing is a sport that requires patience, determination, and a deep love for the ocean. It’s a sport that allows you to connect with nature and ride the waves in a way that nothing else can. And on March 30th, 2022, San Diego…
The first ever Jen Smith Aloha Invitational surf contest was held on Aug 11th, 2022 at Tourmaline Surfing Beach in Pacific Beach, San Diego. The surf contest was held in conjunction with the San Diego Surf Film Festival running that week. This longboard contest included notable invitees such as Cayden Bainqualls, Dane Perlee, Josh Hall,…
In this first video segment of Custom Surfing Vehicles for SLAW we caught up with Jason Shook to take a tour of his 2017 Mercedes Sprinter 2500 4×4 van. Jason a local Encinitas surfer also spends a lot of time at the beach but also going on road trips to hunt for waves. Jason describes…
On February 27, 2022, a promising swell began to grace the shores of Cardiff Reef in Encinitas, Southern California. Morning offshores blessed surfers as they flocked to this renowned spot, causing it to buzz with activity. With clean, consistent waves ranging from 3 to 5 feet, Cardiff Reef became a surfer’s haven. The lineup was…
On January 3, 2021, a seldom-seen outer reef off San Diego County caught a colossal winter swell. Waves reached a staggering 10-15 feet, pushing popular surf spots to their limits, especially sandy beach breaks and reef breaks. Only this extraordinary reef break could handle the immense swell, attracting seasoned local surfers prepared with their step-up…
On June 23rd, Andino paddled out at Lowers Trestles, and he immediately made his presence known. The surf was around 3 to 5 foot faces, and it provided some great ramps and sections for Andino to demonstrate his airs. Andino is known for his progressive surfing style, and he wasted no time in putting on…
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…
On the morning of January 15th, 2019, surfers at Scripps Pier in La Jolla, California were treated to an epic day of surfing. The San Diego coastline has been blessed with some incredible waves this winter. This day was no exception. Conditions were perfect with offshore winds and 3-5 foot barreling surf. Surfers were in…
On the crisp morning of June 11, 2021, San Diego surfers reveled in pristine, glassy conditions. At one of the area’s hidden gems, a rogue reef, the ocean was alive with a pulsating swell. This break is known for its versatility, capturing swells from diverse angles, though it can be capricious and elusive. Surfers on…
San Diego, with its diverse surf breaks, continues to be a haven for wave enthusiasts. On December 18, 2023, a pristine 3-5 foot face WNW swell graced the coastline, drawing surfers to an unexpected gem – a random sandbar. This hidden spot, perfectly aligned during the swell, attracted a select few who reveled in its…
