The waves at Lowers Trestles on June 23rd, 2020 were a surfer’s dream. With 4-6 foot face waves, the conditions were perfect for the young and talented surfers who showed up to compete. The lineup was crowded with rippers who were eager to showcase their skills and push their limits in the water. As the…
Surfers and wave enthusiasts eagerly anticipate those rare moments when the ocean comes alive with a big swell. On January 14th, 2023, La Jolla Shores experienced a breathtaking transformation as powerful waves rolled in. Although the locals faced some challenges with closeouts, the prospect of incredible waves was enough to keep them pushing their limits….
Manasquan Inlet on the iconic Jersey Shore, recently received epic swell thanks to Hurricane Sam. This 24-hour wave extravaganza left a remarkable impact on this renowned surfing destination. and surfers reveled in the exciting challenges it presented. The waves at Manasquan Inlet were predominantly walled out. This always makes it a thrilling adventure to find…
In this first video segment of Custom Surfing Vehicles for SLAW we caught up with Jason Shook to take a tour of his 2017 Mercedes Sprinter 2500 4×4 van. Jason a local Encinitas surfer also spends a lot of time at the beach but also going on road trips to hunt for waves. Jason describes…
The first ever Jen Smith Aloha Invitational surf contest was held on Aug 11th, 2022 at Tourmaline Surfing Beach in Pacific Beach, San Diego. The surf contest was held in conjunction with the San Diego Surf Film Festival running that week. This longboard contest included notable invitees such as Cayden Bainqualls, Dane Perlee, Josh Hall,…
Janire Gonzalez Etxabarri is a talented junior female surfer from Spain’s Basque region. She provided a remarkable display of her surfing skills at the 2022 Juniors Championship held at Seaside Reef. With her mastery of heavy waves and challenging conditions, Janire proved herself to be a rising star in the world of surfing. Hailing from…
Surfing and bodysurfing have been popular water sports for decades. There’s something about being in the water and riding the waves that draws in people from all over the world. The URT Whomp Bodysurfing and Handboard Contest, held on September 16th, 2018, was a great example of the passion that surfers and bodysurfers have for…
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,…
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…
Title: Pro Surfers Shred Lowers Trestles Before Olympic Qualifiers On May 22nd, 2023, a crew of pro surfers from Peru embarked on an exhilarating adventure to Lowers Trestles. The purpose was to hone their skills in preparation for the upcoming Olympic Qualifiers. Lucca Mesinas, Sol Aguirre, and Miguel Tudela were among the talented surfers who…
