On December 8, 2020, San Diego saw an impressive swell, sending bomb sets to La Jolla Reefs. The majority of surf spots were closed out, but a select few in La Jolla, Encinitas, and Sunset Cliffs were still rideable. Only a brave few ventured out, with offshore winds and waves ranging from 10-12 feet, occasionally…
On May 25th, 2023, the Carlsbad Board Riders competed in the WCBR Qualifiers at Lowers, Trestles. The surf conditions were exciting, with 4 to 7 foot faces, despite some choppiness from by the onshore wind. Carlsbad’s top surfers showcased their skills, representing their hometown proudly. Among them, Taylor Knox stood out, earning a perfect 10.00…
Pro surfer, Carissa Moore, has won the Rip Curl WSL Women’s Finals held at Lowers Trestles and also claimed her 5th World Title. Here are some highlights of Carissa Moore winning rides. Moore came into the contest as the top-ranked surfer in the world and faced stiff competition from the other top contenders. However, she…
The young surfer girls, Molly Tuschen and Coral Schuster, embarked on a morning strike mission to Lowers, Trestles, in search of the south swell on May 22nd, 2023. Both Molly and Coral are seasoned professionals who have competed in numerous contests on the QS series. While Coral hails from Florida, she was in San Diego…
Some summertime south swell in San Diego and a random fickle wave caught some south swell. Local surfer, Diego Dew, headed out for a wavestorm foam longboard session. There is something about the ocean that captures the imagination and the spirit of those who venture out into its depths. For Diego Dew, a local surfer…
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…
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…
The Rising Stars of Generation Alpha Dominate at Lowers, Trestles On May 22nd, 2023, a talented crew of Generation Alpha surfer girls made waves at Lowers, Trestles. Led by rising stars Mia McLeish, Marlow Harris, Ruby Stringfellow, and the dynamic duo sisters, Lola and Sienna Fleming. These young athletes showcased their immense skill and passion…
The Raw Footage from an epic barreling day at the La Jolla Reefs. One of those days it was critical to time your paddle out and jump off the rocks as there was no sand or beach left. All the main La Jolla locals were out charging such as Jon Roseman, Henry Hunt, Jojo Roper,…
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,…
