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The average water temps as the 2nd of September..
Not as many days for surf spot photos this month, as we had for July.

Below is the list of Surf Spots with the days we got photos for during the entire month of August. Each link will take you to our page that features a few surf photos and at the bottom of those photos there will be a link to that photographer's complete photo gallery where you can find all the surf photos for that day (many times there's well over 100 photos to check out). Most of these photographers offer high-res downloads and prints for sale.

Secos

Secos - Sunday 8-25-2019 Photo Gallery


Malibu

Malibu Point - Friday 8-16-2019 Photo Gallery
Malibu -Saturday 8-24-2019 Photo Gallery


Topanga

Topanga - Sunday Mid-Day 8-25-2019 Photo Gallery
Topanga - Monday 8-26-2019 Photo Gallery


Sunset

Sunset - Thursday 8-8-2019 Photo Gallery
Sunset - Friday 8-9-2019 Photo Gallery
Sunset - Sunday 8-18-2019 Photo Gallery




Wanna see last month's Photo Gallery Recap?
Click July Surf Spot Photos Recap





Innocnts just announce the details for their Beach Break Boogie Longboard Video Contest.



Visit Innocnts for more info.


Twice a month Ocean Goddess Surf hosts Open Ladies Surf Meets for women in the LA area.

The next one is Sunday, Sept 8th, at Tower 26 in Ocean Park, Santa Monica. Beginners welcome, get all the details on OceanGoddessSurf.com, and by following their Instagram: @oceangoddesssurf



Here's some info from the Venice Institute of Contemporary Art about their upcoming event:

The Venice Institute of Contemporary Art and Venice Heritage Museum present ‘A History of Venice’, a People/Place/Art/Word/Sound Exhibition opening September 3 at Beyond Baroque in Venice, CA, and continuing through September 30. The lobby and mezzanine galleries will showcase installations that highlight the diverse and influential histories of Venice through the lens of its inhabitants -- from the indigenous Tongva population, to Abbot Kinney and his wild fantasy come true to create a playground for the Los Angeles elite, to the artists, activists, and renegades who have made their home in Venice and their mark over generations. The displays, interpreted by a diverse array of guest curators, honor a sampling of the many groups that have contributed to the cultural depth of this immensely influential beachside community. In particular, the exhibition seeks to center the Venetians whose influence may be known to insiders but whose legacies are at risk of being forgotten during this time of rapid cultural change.

An accompanying suite of special live evenings of storytelling, media, and performance will kick off on September 5th with a night of behind-the-scenes storytelling about Venice’s complex and fascinating history, told by local residents themselves as well as devoted historians. On September 14th, the official Opening Reception for the exhibition will be held from 2-6 pm. Following, an evening talk will feature Tosh Berman sharing excerpts from his new book about his father , influential Venice artist, Wallace Berman, and readings of works by Venice scribes such as one-time resident, Ray Bradbury , and beloved poet, Wanda Coleman, with other special guests to be announced.

A film night will take place on September 19th, which will feature rare archives from the gritty surf and skate culture of Dogtown’s second generation in the 1980s. Films by the youth of Venice Arts will be shown, as well as a selection from noted archivist, Tom Sewell, among other shorts. The final gathering on September 29th will open with an indigenous ceremony and blessing to provide good luck and wishes for the continued cultural evolution of the city of Venice and its residents. The evening will conclude with a variety show in the evening, featuring performances by the many wonderful and talented characters of Venice, both past and present (...who knows, Abbot Kinney himself might appear!). All in all, the program promises to be a moving and entertaining, not-to-be-missed celebration of the cultural legacies of Venice, a city so many lay claim to and yet still defies definition.

“Venice was... (and still is) a last stop-off at the edge of America ...oceans and outlaws. Its setting is a perfect balance for poetry. Beauty and danger. Agony and rapture.” -Philomene Long

Public viewing hours: Friday 4:00-10:00 pm, Saturday 3:00-10:00 pm, Sunday 2:00-7:00 pm. Exhibition on view from September 3rd-30th.

"A History of Venice" programs and events
A Night of Storytelling - Thursday, September 5, 8:00-10:00 pm
Opening Reception - Saturday, September 14, 2:00-6:00 pm
A Night of Literature and Art - Saturday, September 14, 8:00-10:00 pm
A Night of Film - Thursday, September 19, 8:00-10:00 pm
Closing Ceremony & Variety Show - Sunday, September 29, 2:00-6:00 pm


Beyond Baroque
681 Venice Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90291

Get nore info and tickets for tyhe special events at: ahistoryofvenice.linktree



A surfing competition to raise funds to help support SurfAid’s Mother and Child Health Programs. Bringing clean water & sanitation, basic healthcare, and improved nutrition to extremely remote villages with some of the highest mortality rates in the world.



Ready to turn one day of surfing into a lifetime of opportunity for SurfAid partner communities? Join SurfAid and Malibu Surfing Assoc. for the SurfAid Cup Malibu on September 7th. The SurfAid Cup is a friendly tag-team competition open to short and long boarders of all ages and abilities. Teams of four commit to raising funds for SurfAid and the team’s 5th member is a pro or local legend like Leah Dawson pictured above shredding at last year’s comp.

Limited spots available – contact Erin@SurfAid.org for details.

Maui & Sons® Venice Beach has listed a couple vintage surfboards for sale, they want $4,000 for one and $2,000 each for some of the others. Worth it? Check them out:


Maui & Sons®/ Max McDonald Surfboard - $4000
Hand Shaped by Max McDonald out of Dana Point's first surf shop in 1980, the same year Maui & Sons® was born, this surfboard has survived the test of time. It was originally created for Hobie Sports but was instead branded with the iconic Maui & Sons® Cookie Logo, making it 1 in a million; Something that only comes along once in a lifetime.

Dimensions are unlisted on the board, but after measuring, this board stands at 5'10 1/2
This is Number 3 of 23 ever made




Kadowaki/ Maui & Sons® Custom Surfboard - $2000
Hand-shaped in 2008 by Don Kadowaki himself, this custom designed surfboard is one of very few ever produced, making it extremely rare. Still as new as the day it was finished, it has been kept pristine as can be.

In collaboration with Maui & Sons®, Don has created yet another beautiful piece of art using bright, Air-brushed colors that pop out, revealing intricate detail and craftsmanship.

Dimensions: 6'10 x 10 1/2 x 18 1/2 x 12 7/8 x 2 1/4
Production Number: #7406






Kadowaki/ Maui & Sons® Custom Surfboard - $2000
Hand-shaped in 2008 by Don Kadowaki himself, this custom designed surfboard is one of very few ever produced, making it extremely rare. Still as new as the day it was finished, it has been kept pristine as can be.

In collaboration with Maui & Sons®, Don has created yet another beautiful piece of art using bright, Air-brushed colors that pop out, revealing intricate detail and craftsmanship.

Dimensions: 5'10 x 14 1/8 x 19 5/8 x 15 3/8 x 2 3/8
Production Number: #7409





Kadowaki/ Maui & Sons® Custom Surfboard - $2000
Hand-shaped in 2008 by Don Kadowaki himself, this custom designed surfboard is one of very few ever produced, making it extremely rare. Still as new as the day it was finished, it has been kept pristine as can be.

In collaboration with Maui & Sons®, Don has created yet another beautiful piece of art using bright, Air-brushed colors that pop out, revealing intricate detail and craftsmanship.

Dimensions: 5'10 x 14 1/8 x 19 5/8 x 15 1/2 x 2 1/4
Production Number: #7408



1st Ever Annual Bay Street Boards Board Swap ‼️‼️ Come down to Bay Street Boards this Monday for major discounts on boards in the shop and tons of opportunities to trade, sell, swap, buy or just kick it...

Bay Street Boards
🌴☀️Santa Monica ☀️🌴
Surf & Skate Shop
3216 Santa Monica Blvd
310.310.2485
Mon-Fri 10a-8p Sat 10a-7p Sun 10a-5p


Good times surfing and riding Hamboards in Malibu, California.

Hamboards team riders: Chapman Hamborg, Maleah Miller, Curren Lizares, Sophie Lizares, Neil Messmer, Franky Seely, and Camryn Harrell.