When Bill “Chief” Richards saw how much surfing meant to his son, Mark “Wally” Richards, he made everything possible to support his passion. So when Wally came up with an idea to open a surf shop, Chief went all in! The Val Surf guys go on the L8nightwithChoccy Surf Podcast and talk about the shop's history.

"Val Surf is THE FIRST SKATESHOP IN THE WORLD!? They were the first to make and sell their own skateboards!" This is one of many things you can learn about about them on this podcast. Listen to the podcast below:

Tonight from 8pm-12midnight some very talented photographer’s, including Josh "Bagel" Klassman will be showing and selling some of Venice’s greatest golden era skateboarding photos at this month's Midnite Bazaar. This goes on at The Victorian on Main Street in Santa Monica. And DJ JACQUES will be there providing beats for the evening!



The Victorian
2640 Main St.
Santa Monica, CA 90405

Midnite Bazaar is a monthly event which was founded to share the creations of individuals planted within the walls of the widespread City of Los Angeles, California, in a nighttime "flea-style" market. The goal of The Bazaar is to promote local artists, businesses and community development, bringing together an army of like-minded individuals who are striving to get their voices heard and products seen. So many amazing talents are nested within this city, and The Midnite Bazaar will expose you to some of the most interesting and thought-provoking products, ideas and talents that we have had the joy of discovering. Our events will feature both established and up-and-coming artists, fashion designers, musicians, tattooists, photographers, street artists, distillers, mixologists, woodworkers, custom car-motorcycle culture, local groups/gatherings, magicians, performers, oddities and much more. Any product, concept or talent making our mind stop and process its place in the world will be found here. Everything and everyone being displayed by The Midnite Bazaar has been created, fabricated or is currently operated in sunny California. Welcome to the world of The Midnite Bazaar. We hope you find something new that suits your lifestyle. ​

Watch what happens when a stand up paddleboarder shares a wave with a longboarder at First Point in this photo sequence from California Mermaid Photography                                                                                        

Watch what happens when a stand up paddleboarder shares a wave with a longboarder at First Point in this photo sequence from California Mermaid Photography Facebook Page

California Mermaid Photography

We post new sets of local wipeout photos every Wednesday (more or less).   Click: Wednesday Wipeouts to check out the previous Wipeout Wednesday photo sets

Here are a couple of surf photos from Tuesday the 11th shot at First Point by Brian Asher Photography. The link to the complete gallery of more photos is down below.







You can find more photos from this session in Brian's Facebook photo album:

Malibu 6-11-19 Photo Album

If you were out there, there's probably some cool surfing shots of you, go check them out!

Brian Asher Photography

Mark your calendars for an epic evening of inspirational swell riding, Pizza, brews and an over all positive vibe!

Boardriders Malibu
18820 Pacific Coast Hwy
Malibu, Ca 80265
310 - 359 - 8274

26th Ave? It's basically north of the Venice Pier right near the Lifeguard Headquarters. Closest parking is the Venice Blvd lot, since the Venice Pier lot would be a longer walk.

Quiksilver is offering an extra 40% selected sale items on their website when you enter the promo code: SD-GEARUP

The promo code works on selected rash guards , hats, bags, shirts, sandals, etc...that are in the SALE section. It will give you an extra 40% the already discounted listed price, you will see the final price at check out after you enter the promo code. Sizes are limited.

Quiksilver.com/sale

Jacks Surfboards Pre-Sale starts today! Find a gift for Father’s Day, your favorite graduate, or just treat yourself! Get 20% off storewide when you show this post at checkout. Use online code: DADSNGRADS to get 20% off sitewide

Jacks Surfboards
2012 Lincoln Blvd. Santa Monica, CA 90405
Store Hours: Mon-Sun: 10am-8pm

On Saturday, June 1, we joined the over 600 volunteers, and two surfing dogs, at tower 28 in Santa Monica to be a part of Life Rolls On's They Will Surf Again event. This Santa Monica event was the first surf stop of Life Rolls On's Get On Board 2019 Tour.

They Will Surf Again is an award-winning series of bi-coastal events that empower paraplegics and quadriplegics to experience the freedom of mobility by riding a wave with the assistance of adaptive equipment and the support of hard working volunteers.
More than a day of recreational activity, They Will Surf Again also serves as an exceptional opportunity for individuals with SCI and their families to network and establish new support networks outside traditional group support settings. Founded by world champion quadriplegic surfer Jesse Billauer, Life Rolls On is dedicated to improving the quality of life for young people affected by spinal cord injury. Believing that adaptive surfing and skating could inspire infinite possibilities beyond paralysis.

Six12 Media has been there every year, getting as many great surfing shots of these athletes as possible, making sure they and their families get some awesome action photos to remember this day.












We got way too many great photos to post here. You can find several 100 more surf photos from this day, all full size and high-resolution, in this gallery:

2019 LRO They Will Surf Again Photo Galleries

If you were out there, there probably is some cool surfing shots of you, go check them out!

There are some more photos from other photographers in this gallery:

LIfe Rolls On TWSA 2019 Photo Page