A couple women’s surfing pros, Frankie Seely and Kaitlin Maguire, decided to take over the lineup at Swamis Beach in Encinitas and put on a noseriding longboard show. The two women, both skilled longboarders, paddled out into the crowded lineup and proceeded to catch many of the best head high waves that came through that…
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…
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…
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…
On January 15th, 2019 the American Sniper needed some long over due R & R. He heard that Scripps Pier in La Jolla had an epic barreling swell hitting the beaches. So he and his crew headed to the beach to get in on the action. When he arrived he saw the incredible 5-7 foot…
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 July 25, 2018, the swell stuck around for another day, offering chest to head high waves at a local San Diego beach break. It was the perfect opportunity for the SLAW VLOG team to hit the water and capture some of the local surfers in action. Armed with a water housing, they swam out…
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…
On January 5th, 2023, a massive winter swell hit the California coast. Most surf breaks were deemed too dangerous due to the size of the waves and the strong winds. But for a group of experienced surfers, this was an opportunity to explore new territory and ride a novelty wave. As the swell pushed waves…
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…
