LA surf and skate legend Randy Wright who has been posted up at Sunset Point as photographer and surf guru now urgently needs our help after the Palisades Fire to get rolling and back in business to do what he does best.

Randy's friend & surf buddy, Andrew MacDonald from Pacific Palisades has set up a gofundme for him. Any amount will help immensely.

For more news and updates on the Palisades Fire, Click Here.

New video from Real Skate Stories.

"Dive into the legacy of Jay Adams, the controversial and outspoken skateboarding icon whose rebellious spirit and unmistakable style revolutionized the sport. From his early days with the Dogtown Z-Boys to shaping the skate culture of the 70s and 80s, discover how his punk rock energy and artistic expression made him a legend, influencing generations of skaters and redefining the essence of skateboarding. I knew Jay well, and throughout the decades we had many experiences together, in this video I share a few."

Good morning, Venicians!

Glenice Venice will be taking some time off from the surf report to focus on his health. About a week ago, Glen suffered a series of minor strokes, but he’s doing exceptionally well considering what has happened. He is surrounded by an amazing support system that loves him and is helping him get back to 100%.

Glen is currently in a physical rehabilitation center with a wonderful staff who are dedicated to helping our fabulous diva, Glen return to the pier.

How to help!

If you’d like to send a card, flowers, or a video note, Glen would absolutely love that. The quickest and easiest form of help to provide would be a donation here. You can also send videos, cards, or flowers to Glen as well to Whitehall Memorial Hospital Attn Glen Walsh. We will provide an email address on Instagram for visitation information etc.

Glen's friends set up this GoFundMe to help with medical expenses. Glen is such a beacon in this community, and his morning reports brighten our days. This is an opportunity for us to give back some of the love he has always shared with us.

Glen wants everyone to know that he’s okay, loved, and looking forward to returning to the pier to bring surf updates, smiles, and good vibes to all you lovely Venicians!!!!!

Video portrait featuring Taro Watanabe.

Local surfer who helps the community by giving his full heart to the special needs and gifted community providing surf therapy with his companySoCal Surf Therapy, has been in a terrible accident, Timothy Murphy was hit by a truck last week. A gofundme has been set up to help him recover:

"First and most importantly, I know I can speak on behalf of all of us to say we are incredibly fortunate that Timothy is still with us today bringing his optimism and beautiful spirit to the world.

On Friday morning Timothy was walking across the street with his breakfast and was hit by a truck going 35 mph and thrown 15 feet. What he remembers is vague, he was starting to cross the street and then next thing he knows he woke up in an MRI machine.

The immediate injuries that were noted are a concussion, 20+ stitches to the face, road rash wounds, cuts, pain circulating between neck, chest and shoulder, and a lower spine irregularity. As time goes on the soreness and aches will begin to come through more as can be expected after an accident such as this, and the initial trauma heals.

Timothy selflessly helps the community by giving his full heart to the special needs and gifted community providing surf therapy with his company SoCal Surf Therapy. His passions shine through in all that he does, whether it be volunteering at events, doing photography, spending time in nature or being surrounded by those he loves.

This is our opportunity to give back and help Timothy heal and assist him with medical bills (ambulance, hospital visits, ongoing healing) as all his work he does requires his physical body.

If you are unable to help financially a share goes a long way.

Thank you so much!"

To donate, Click Here.

Josh “Bagel” Klassman is an Underground Documentary style Photographer from Venice. Josh grew up surfing the Venice Break Water and skating at the Venice Pavilion.

We Are Venice showcases the people and culture of Venice Beach, California and will inspire you to be the best version of yourself. This is a series of premium documentary profile pieces on Venice’s most important and influential individuals.

In this episode of We Are Venice, we get to know Toke (@potlord). Surfer, Youtuber, livestreamer, and much more....

We Are Venice showcases the people and culture of Venice Beach, California and will inspire you to be the best version of yourself. This is a series of premium documentary profile pieces on Venice’s most important and influential individuals.

"Do not carry the experience of life as a wound , let it become wisdom. The harder life has been on you, the sooner you should become wise.

Joseph Duerr's story brings this topic , you can learn with the obstacles in your journey , you can find the unique talent that you have and no one else can do it better than you , it’s your unique talent , with your best intentions you can find your true self and manifest whatever you want to be."

We Are Venice showcases the people and culture of Venice Beach, California and will inspire you to be the best version of yourself. This is a series of premium documentary profile pieces on Venice’s most important and influential individuals.

Sunday at Topanga with Taro Watanabe and more...filmed by @kai.magalhaes

Surfing collaboration makes history!! Ben Gravy and Poopies go to the iconic point break "Malibu" and have the most fun out of every body!!

Style Master Devon Howard test pilots a new, 9.9 Channel Islands Log on southern lines at the Malibu Pier's, Surfrider Beach.

Taro Watanabe surfing Los Angeles, Africa and Indo.
Film/Edit: Quinn Graham
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Paul from Fahrenheit/Celsius​ Wetsuits chat with Lou.

Visit Topanga Lou Surf Videos for Topanga surfing videos.

Epic Surf News sits down with Josh Bagel Klassman to talk about surfing, skating, and music. Going through the progression of the scene over the past few decades.

Josh shares a variety of stories and experiences from the Venice Beach area.

Taro Watanabe, shaped by his upbringing in Malibu and his passion for surfing, curates a diverse playlist in the 33 1/3 Mixtape Club. His selection spans various genres, from introspective indie folk reminiscent of Grizzly Bear to the timeless rock and roll anthems of The Rolling Stones.

What makes Taro's playlist unique is its ability to transport you through his memories. Each track is a journey through people and places. Whether you're on land or riding waves. Taro's music inspires, reflects, and moves, with echoes of his life in every note. It's a playlist that invites you into Taro's world through the power of music.

After winning the Huntington Beach Longboard Classic and the Surf City El Salvador Pro, Kaniela has locked down the top seed at the Original Sprout Malibu Longboard Championships and will be waiting to take on a stacked field consisting of World Champs, hardened veterans, and rising stars. Here is how he got it done.

Malibu is the most iconic and revered break in all of longboard surfing. Housed in history, it’s the perfect spot to host the deciding event on tour - the Original Sprout Malibu Longboard Championships pres by Tractor Beverage Co. With the title on the line, the top eight men and eight women descend on First Point for a one-day battle to decide the 2023 Longboard World Champions.

The Original Sprout Malibu Longboard Championships is taking placein Malibu on October 3rd - 13th.

For more on this event. Click Here

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Devon Howard surfing at Malibu.