This is part 2 of 2 for this RAW SLAW segment. Surfing has always been a sport that relies heavily on the natural elements. On July 19th, 2022, the surf gods delivered some firing south swell to the shores of Lowers, Trestles. This was a day that many surfers wait for, despite the expected crowds…
The Ventura Board Riders team showcased their exceptional surfing abilities during the WCBR Qualifiers on May 25th, 2023 at Lowers, Trestles. Local surfers from Ventura gathered to bring the coveted Wheat Cup back to their beloved hometown. Among the talents on display, Sage Erickson, a former WSL Championship Tour surfer, stood out as a true…
Johanne Defay, the French surfer from Reunion Island, is one of the most talented and tenacious surfers on the Women’s World Surf League (WSL) circuit. The 2022 Rip Curl Finals at Lowers Trestles saw her come up against the legendary Stephanie Gilmore, but despite not taking the title, Johanne gave a remarkable performance, showing us…
If you’re a surfer, you know that finding the perfect wave is a feeling like no other. That’s why when a rare sandbar breaks in California, surfers from all over the coast flock to the spot to catch some waves. On Jan 6th, 2023, that’s exactly what happened. As word got out about the breaking…
If you’re looking for the perfect surfing destination, look no further than Blacks Beach in La Jolla, CA. On a sunny day back on 12-08-2020, a head high plus swell greeted surfers, creating a thrilling experience. As the marine layer retreated, the waves rolled in, providing an ideal setting for wave enthusiasts. What made this…
The sport of surfing is one that requires patience, skill, and a love for the ocean. For those who ride longboards, the experience is even more special. Longboard surfers are a dedicated group who enjoy the art of riding waves in a graceful and stylish manner. On March 23rd, 2022, longboard surfers gathered at Tourmaline…
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…
On 11-08-2021, local surfers in Pacific Beach woke up to some fun 3-5 foot face waves. The conditions were slightly offshore and glassy. This is something that surfers always want for morning sessions. Majority of Pacific Beach is beach breaks with sand bar bottoms. Local surfers such as Austin Higgins paddled out to score a…
Tyler Wright, professional surfer, recently made her way to Lowers Trestles for an exhilarating free surf session. Wright is the the two-time Women’s Surfing World Champion. Accompanied by her coach Andy King, she arrived at the iconic surf spot in preparation for the upcoming Surf Ranch WSL event. Prior to the contest, Wright chose to…
On January 13th, 2019, we decided to capture the beauty of surfing at the popular Scripps Pier in La Jolla by launching a DJI Mavic Drone to film an aerial video of the surf session. The swell that day was incredible, with super clean lines that allowed surfers to ride some amazing waves. As we…
