La Jolla’s reef showcased its remarkable power on December 8th, 2020. The surf was producing solid 3-4 foot waves. The play of sunset hues and cloud formations created breathtaking lighting conditions, perfectly captured by a 4K drone. With the winds favorably blowing offshore, the barrels took shape, becoming hollow. Conditions like this are inviting for…
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…
New talents are emerging and making their mark on the sport of professional surfing. One rising star is Sierra Kerr. A young female surfer who left an impression at the 2022 Juniors Championship held at Seaside Reef in San Diego, California. Sierra proved that she is a force to be reckoned with in the surfing…
The El Nino Swell on Feb 25th, 2016 brought huge waves to the San Diego beaches and the majority of surf spots were totally maxed out conditions. A handful of surfers at this beach break managed to find a couple rideable waves in between the non-stop wash through sets. The El Nino Swell is still…
Was a gorgeous morning at Tourmaline Beach and we got some sick nose riding angles when Preston McQuillen and I back in 2015 decide to film a nose riding longboard sesh from land and test using GoPro on a selfie stick. Props to Preston who was trying paddle, press record, take off, and aim the…
Surfing is a sport that is deeply connected to the ocean and the environment. So, it’s no wonder that surfboard manufacturers are increasingly turning to eco-friendly materials to make their boards. One such company is Solid Surfboards, located in Ocean Beach, San Diego. Recently, Solid Surfboards hosted an open house at their factory, where they…
On August 24th, 2018, a swell held through the afternoon at a San Diego localized break, providing some clean lines and great conditions for surfing. Many local surfers were out, taking advantage of the chest to shoulder high waves and getting some impressive long rides. What made this session even more special was the use…
Surfers in La Jolla had a blast catching waves on 12-09-2020. The swell offered consistent 4 to 6-foot faces, setting the stage for an exciting session. The glassy conditions and the higher tide provided ideal opportunities for carving and turns. The choice of surfboard became paramount, especially when the waves held power but were a…
Surfing is a sport that is not just about catching waves but also about experiencing the natural beauty of the ocean. When the wind, tides, and waves come together to create the perfect surfing conditions, there is nothing better than hitting the beach with your board and feeling the rush of adrenaline as you ride…
We met up with shaper, Jason Bennett, from Chemistry Surfboards at the annual Camp Shred event in San Diego to discuss his latest model “The Zen 4.1”. Jason went into the technical aspects of designing this latest model and upgrade to their highly popular Zen 4.0 model. When it comes to surfboards, the design and…
