On December 28th, 2023, surfers flocked to the La Jolla beaches for day two of an impressive swell. The morning revealed waves with faces ranging from 8 to 12 feet at the renowned reef breaks. As the day progressed, the surf only grew larger, offering surfers an abundance of thrilling barrels to conquer. The feature…
Some of the best beat downs and wipeouts during this huge January 2016 swell at Blacks Beach on 01-18-2016. Surfers were charging this maxed out surf. Blacks Beach is known for its challenging waves and unpredictable conditions. During the huge January 2016 swell, surfers from around the world gathered at this iconic surf spot to…
Ricky recently competed in the Jen Smith Aloha Invitational longboard contest held on August 11th, 2022, near Tourmaline Beach in Pacific Beach, San Diego. The contest brought together some of the best longboarders from around the world to compete in a celebration of the art of longboarding. Longboarding is a sport that has been around…
In the heart of Southern California, La Jolla stands as a premier surfing destination. Especially, La Jolla is known for its iconic reefs. During the recent New Years Swell on December 31, 2023, surfers flocked to the La Jolla Reefs. Undoubtedly, eager to ride the bigger barreling waves. As Day 5 unfolded, the swell maintained…
On May 18th, 2023, the shores of Newport Beach experienced an extraordinary event that left adrenaline junkies in awe. The Wedge, renowned for its powerful and unpredictable waves, showcased some of the biggest swells seen in years. Surfers and bodyboarders from all around flocked to the iconic spot. They were eager to challenge themselves against…
On March 26th, 2022, a group of surfers braved the windy and challenging conditions of Pacific Beach, San Diego. Despite the small 2-3 foot waves, the surfers headed out into the ocean, determined to catch some fun surf. As the winds swirled around them, the surfers were reminded that it was Springtime in San Diego….
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,…
A rising star is Francisca Veselko, a young professional surfer from Portugal, whose remarkable skills and recent victory at the 2022 WSL Juniors Championships. Her win has positioned her as a force to be reckoned with in the global surfing scene. With an impressive list of sponsors that include renowned brands like Roxy, Lost Surfboards,…
On August 24th, 2014 the Wedge in Newport Beach was absolutely massive with bombing surf from a huge south swell pushing up the Southern California coastline. Most spots were totally maxed out but the Wedge could handle the size no problems. Local surfers, bodyboarders, and bodysurfers all paddled out to catch some glory barrels. Wedge…
In the heart of San Diego, a fresh winter swell greeted surf enthusiasts on December 7, 2023. Surfers, including the likes of Daniel Anthony, seized the opportunity for a mid-afternoon session. Daniel, a native San Diegan, has been featured on SLAW before in one of our People Who Surf features. As the wind graciously bowed…
