The SLO CAL Open Pismo Beach wrapped up in epic, summer-like conditions on Sunday. Taking the win in the North America Qualifying Series (QS) 3,000 women’s event was Malibu’s Talia Swindal.



For Talia, the win was an emotional one as she dedicated it to Malibu surfer Lyon Herron, who recently succumb to a long fight with cancer. “I want to dedicate this win to Lyon Herron, Lyon forever,” Talia said, "He was an amazing surfer and Malibu guy. He passed away last month. I’ve always looked up to Lyon. He’s such an inspiration and yeah this is for him.”


Photo by Jonathon Reis

Talia, who earned the win over hyper-talented Bella Kenworthy, also sharde "I know she can throw a 9 or a 10 whenever she has to so I’m never comfortable out there with her having priority and needing a score. This means so much and just thank you to everyone supporting me; my family, my friends. This is incredible.”

Swindal now moves into a tie for first on the North America Qualifying Series with San Clemente's Kirra Pinkerton.


Photo by Jonathon Reis

The surf looks promising and the Longboard World Champs will be decided at Malibu.

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.




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Join SurfAid for the 11th annual SurfAid Cup Malibu and surf the famous First Point! Teams of four commit to raising funds for SurfAid and the team’s fifth member is a pro or local legend provided by SurfAid. Previous pros include legends such as Shane Dorian, Damien Hobgood, Josh Kerr, Kassia Meador, Joel Tudor, and Robert “Wingnut” Weaver. Don’t let the talent scare you – the competition is open to all ages and abilities.

In a thrilling development, this year’s SurfAid Cup Malibu 2023 will be held at the World Surf League (WSL) Pro longboarding championship site the day after the conclusion of the WSL championship event. To ensure the best possible waves for this world-class contest, the WSL has set a waiting period from October 3rd -13th.

Turn one truly epic day of surfing at the most iconic point breaks in California into a year of support for our partner communities. Together we aim to raise $50,000 to support families in remote parts of Indonesia and Solomon Islands.



Date: October 3-13, 2023 - waiting period.
Event goes on the day with the best surf. Where: First Point, Malibu
Fundraising Target: $5,000 per team
Time: Registrations from 7.00AM, awards at 12:30PM onwards.
Team size: Four surfers plus one pro provided by SurfAid.
Why: When you join the SurfAid Cup you ensure the locals in the places we love to surf are never forgotten.

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For $14,150,000 you can buy the building that the beloved WSL leases out for their offices. Built in 1913, the 2-story building

Here's the details from the sellers:

"Beitler Commercial Realty Services is Pleased to Offer for Sale, 145 - 147 Bay St. & 1920 Main St. This Prime Investment Opportunity or Owner/User Opportunity is in the Heart of Santa Monica. Ideally situated a block away from the Sant Monica Beach* along major Main St in Downtown Santa Monica, the property gives way to unmatched walkability and excellent access to transit, including the Metro Expo Line, Pacific Coast Highway and the 10 Freeway."



"With its unique combination of construction types and visibility, the Property offers tremendous flexibility to accommodate a variety of uses, Bay & Main is a rare opportunity for buyers looking to own a historic landmark that fits seamlessly within Santa Monica’s work-play standard of living. The 1920 Main St Creative Office Building has High End Finishes throughout. Call/Email Broker for Offering Memorandum and Financials. Property Comprised of 10,065 SF Creative Office Building & Two 2-Story Office Buildings (approximately 3,900 SF and 3,700 SF)."

*The property is actually 2 blocks from the beach.

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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.

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The 2022 WSL Longboard Tour season concluded in a day full of surprising upsets, jaw-dropping performances from 2022 WSL Longboard Champions Errico and Roach, and world-class First Point providing a Finals Day spectacle at the Cuervo Classic Malibu Longboard Championship.

Malibu is the most iconic, relevant, and revered break in all of longboard surfing. Housed in history and home to timeless style, it’s the perfect spot to host the deciding event on tour - the Cuervo Classic Malibu Longboard Championship. With the title on the line, the top surfers descend on First Point to end the year in style and decide the 2022 Longboard World Champions

The 2018 WSL Longboard Champion's impeccable 16.90 heat total led opening day of competition, matching the day's best 8.67, with her world-class style and navigation of Malibu's iconic First Point.

Malibu is the most iconic, relevant, and revered break in all of longboard surfing. Housed in history and home to timeless style, it’s the perfect spot to host the deciding event on tour - the Cuervo Classic Malibu Longboard Championship. With the title on the line, the top surfers descend on First Point to end the year in style and decide the 2022 Longboard World Champions

Chris Cote, Shannon Hughes, and Peter Mel breakdown all the longboard action from the Vans Duct Tape Invitational and give us their thoughts and predictions for Cuervo Classic Malibu Longboard Championshippresented by O'Neill. Watch Live October 4-5

Malibu is the most iconic, relevant, and revered break in all of longboard surfing. Housed in history and home to timeless style, it’s the perfect spot to host the deciding event on tour - the Cuervo Classic Malibu Longboard Championship. With the title on the line, the top surfers descend on First Point to end the year in style and decide the 2022 Longboard World Champions

Harley-Davidson announce they are the Official Motorcycle of the WSl, and to promote it, they are giving away free stickers. You can fill out the form linked down below and they will mail yo a sticker. The sticker itself is pretty cool, we at Shacked filled out the form last week and just received the sticker. Nice 5" vinyl sticker, just like the photo above.

Unfortunately, looks like their marketing department knows absolutely nothing about surfing. This is one of the photos they shot for this campaign.



Hipsters with Wavestorms is how creative teams at the WSL and Harley Davidson see surfers.

Nevertheless, it's a cool little sticker, and it's free. Here's the link to get one:

Free WSL H-D Sticker Form

Another successful International Surfing Day paddle out in Venice, with WSL Pure and Surfrider LA to raise awareness of the threats facing our ocean. We got some good surfing photos from the paddle out coming, but in the meantime, check out the video below from Michael Monak

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