On January 18, 2021, surfers in San Diego were treated to an exceptional session. A rare reef break roared to life at dusk. Winter swells can transform the San Diego coastline. Especially, revealing hidden gems that only come alive under specific swell angles. This late afternoon surf session was a testament to the region’s unpredictable…
Gabriel Medina, the three-time Surfing World Champion, recently made his way to Lowers Trestles for an exhilarating free surf session. He seized the opportunity to refine his skills before the upcoming Surf Ranch contest. Accompanied by his coach, Andy King, he arrived at Lowers with a burning desire to conquer the waves. Without holding back,…
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…
The Newport Beach Board Riders team showcased their skills at the WCBR Qualifiers held on May 25th, 2023. Surfing at Lowers, Trestles, the top surfers from Newport displayed their talent. They emerged victorious, securing a spot in the prestigious West Coast Board Riders Finals. For many Newport locals, surfing is ingrained in their DNA. Growing…
On May 26th, 2023, the WCBR Wheat Cup Finals witnessed a display of passion from the Encinitas Board Riders team. As some of the best surfers in the Encinitas area attended, they were determined to win for their region. The competition at Lowers, Trestles was fierce. There was a diverse mix of current professional surfers,…
Today, we have the pleasure of catching up with Sol Aguirre, a remarkable professional surfer from Peru. Our interview takes place during a fun south swell at Lowers surf break in Trestles State Beach. Sol shares her insights on the Channel Island surfboard she rode that day and why it was the perfect choice for…
This episode of the Vlog we swim out at the 2018 UC San Diego Luau & Legends of Surfing Invitational benefiting Moores Cancer Center to do some water photos during the heats. It is very difficult when swimming out to do water photography during a live contest. Ultimately, the camera person needs to make sure…
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,…
The North LA Board Riders competed in the WCBR Qualifiers at Lowers, Trestles on May 25, 2023. Surfing for the Wheat Cup, top surfers aimed to bring glory to their hometown. Ricky Schaffer, the ultimate grom, showcased his stellar backside style on the rights. Other North Los Angeles locals displayed their skills with powerful maneuvers….
The Jen Smith Aloha Invitational is a longboarding contest that brings together some of the best surfers from around the world to celebrate the sport and culture of surfing. This year’s event, held on August 11th, 2022, at Tourmaline Surf Beach in Pacific Beach, was no exception. Among the standout longboarders was Dane Perlee, a…
