The San Clemente, California, competitor overtook Nolan Rapoza in a nail-biting Final to earn his first-ever hoist up the beach.
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A surge of San Clemente standouts lit up opening day at the SLO CAL Open at Morro Bay hosted by Surfing For Hope with Taj Lindblad's 16.30
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The San Clemente, California, competitor overtook Nolan Rapoza in a nail-biting Final to earn his first-ever hoist up the beach.
A surge of San Clemente standouts lit up opening day at the SLO CAL Open at Morro Bay hosted by Surfing For Hope with Taj Lindblad's 16.30
Relive a milestone moment for both Talia Swindal and Taj Lindblad after taking down the SLO CAL Open at Pismo Beach QS 3000 in 2024.
From Taj Lindblad's insatiable form to Talia Swindal's winning wave, 2024 had plenty of jaw-dropping moments. Here's a few from the QS 3000
Entering this event as No. 7 on the rankings, Taj Lindblad is determined to hold his Challenger Series qualification spot and put the event