The Journal
Postcards from the coast.
Surf · 5 min
A Beginner's Guide to Surfing C-Street
The most forgiving right in Ventura, and everything you need to know before you paddle out.
By Dan Alvarez · Jun 12, 2024
Travel · 4 min
Packing List: One Week in Baja
The exact contents of Maya's dry bag on a recent trip to San Juanico.
May 28, 2024
Sun Care · 6 min
The Sunscreen Question, Answered by a Dermatologist
Mineral vs. chemical, reef-safe claims, and how much you actually need per limb.
May 14, 2024
Sun Care · 4 min
Why We Only Use Recycled Nylon
The material behind our swim, and the boat trip in the Philippines that made us commit.
Apr 30, 2024
Travel · 3 min
California's Quietest Beaches, Ranked
Where to go when Point Dume is a parking lot.
Apr 15, 2024
Sun Care · 3 min
Six Ways to Tie a Sarong
One rectangle of fabric, half a dozen looks.
Apr 02, 2024
Surf · 2 min
A Dawn Patrol at Mondos
Photography from a morning at one of Ventura County's most reliable point breaks.
Mar 20, 2024
Sun Care · 3 min
The Two-Minute Wash That Triples Your Swimsuit's Life
Chlorine, salt, and sunscreen are your fabric's three biggest enemies. Here's how to beat all three.
Mar 05, 2024