Using specialized equipment or techniques—whether seated, standing, or prone—para surfers compete at all levels and redefine what’s possible in the water.

I had the rare opportunity to visit Kelly Slater’s Surf Ranch in Lemoore with Sauce Basics and JS Surfboards—on a private jet, no less—alongside some serious surfing talent.

Wave pools are a luxury. Let’s just get that out of the way. Like snow sports, there is a barrier to entry but if you can afford it, wave pools are fun!

At just 15, Eden Walla from San Clemente is already making a name for herself in competitive surfing. She’s homeschooled, which gives her the flexibility to travel for competitions and chase swells around the world.

A new addition at Hansen’s Surf Shop is bringing sustainability and style together in a way that speaks to both surfers and conscious consumers.

North County’s Best-Kept Secret If you’ve been surfing North County since 2006, chances are you’ve seen the label Degree 33 under the...

Wave Pools & Full Send Mode Zeke Szekely’s story isn’t your typical surf story. He’s been to jail. He’s been to rehab. He won a national...

Once a novelty, wave pools are now a real option for surfers looking for consistency, accessibility, and variety.