Thursday Surf and Weather Report

Nothing to write home about in today's surf. Sunny skies expected by midday.

Get Out Weekend Planner: See Grunions Run, Rugby and the Women's Football Championship Game

Your Patch guide to weekend happiness.

Wednesday Surf and Weather Report

A few playful-sized waves and sunny skies by midday.

Basque Barrels Part II: Surfing Spain

From the stormy waters of San Sebastian to the world-class waves of Mundaka we enjoy a couple of days of adventures in northern Spain's Basque Country.

Tuesday Surf and Weather Report

A little increase in size and mostly sunny skies.

Monday Wave and Weather Report

She's looking pretty tired out there!

Photo Gallery: Shots from the Sand at Nation's Largest Sandcastle Competition

Photos of sandcastles and sculptures, made by teams taking part in the 31st Annual U.S. Open Sandcastle Competition, show the details of one of the largest sandcastle competitions in America.

I.B. Posse Defends Sandcastle Championship to Claim Second Title in a Row

The 10-person Imperial Beach-based sandcastle team repeated its first place win in the 2011 Sandcastle Competition after taking first place honors last year with a sculpture depicting the BP oil spill.

Short Stories from Around Sandcastles

Local children corner the market on lemonade sales. Seven months pregnant and playing in sand. Monopoly board designs go head-to-head. Stories from attendees of the 31st Annual U.S. Open Sandcastle Competition, IB's biggest event of the year.

Friday Surf and Weather Report

If you like it small, then get out there!

Thursday Surf and Weather Report

More small dumpy lines.

2010 Sandcastle Champions I.B. Posse Ready for Serious Fun in the Sun and Sand

Local sandcastle champions I.B. Posse will defend their title against formidable opponents from San Diego, Tijuana and Phoenix.

Team Archisand Trains for Sand Sculpting Endurance with Weights and/or Beer

The sandcastle builders from San Diego's North County perform at levels above marathon runners and equal to triathlon competitors, moving 15-20 tons of sand over the course of five hours, according to Team Captain Greg Lebon.

Basque Barrels Part I: Surfing in France

A few days of great waves on the Basque coast of France.

Wednesday Wave and Weather Report

Small surf lingers.

Tuesday Surf and Weather Report

Mostly small stuff in the water.

Monday Surf and Weather Report

Not a lot on tap today but the weather couldn't be any better.

Friday Wave and Weather Report

Tide push should help it!

Thursday Surf Report and Weather Forecast

Another good day of action!

Wednesday Surf Report and Weather Forecast

These waves need of a jumpstart.

Tuesday Surf Report and Weather Forecast

Lacking a little shape but it should be a sunny day.

Master Craftsman: Jay Novak and the Art of Surfboard Shaping

An interview with IB's master surfboard shaper.

Monday Wave and Weather Report

A good amount of action out there today!

Thursday Surf and Weather Report

Not a lot on tap in the water today!

Wednesday Wave and Weather Report

Great day for the kids.

Tuesday Surf Report and Weather Forecast

Continues to drop in size.

Fourth of July Wave and Weather Report

Small and playful waves and great weather.

San Diego Surge Women’s Football, One of the Best Teams in WFA, Make Second Round of Playoffs

The San Diego Surge crushed the Silver State Legacy in the first round of playoffs June 25. On July 9 they will face the Bay Area Bandits (7-2 regular season record) at Mira Mesa High School.

Friday Wave and Weather Check

Similar size surf on tap as yesterday.

IB Girls Softball to Hold First Summer Season, Players Needed, Sign-up Saturday

You can sign-up online or in-person Saturday from 9 a.m.-noon.

Thursday Surf and Weather Report

Almost time for a jumpstart! Expect warmer weather this weekend.

Wednesday's Waves and Weather Forecast

Slipping back to small mode!

June 28 Surf and Weather Forecast

Plenty of playful waves!

June 27 Waves and Weather

A good combination of energy out there!

Photo Gallery: Lights Out Paul Gallegos Photography Brings You Inside The Boxing Ring

Pictures from Paul Gallegos' years ringside at fights for amaeturs and professionals like Oscar de la Hoya, Sugar Shane Mosley, Manny Pacquiao and other boxing legends.

June 25-26 Surf Report and Weather Forecast

A look at the day's surf and weather conditions.

June 24 Surf Report and Weather Forecast

The day's surf and weather forecast.

June 23 Surf Report and Weather Forecast

What to expect in the water and the day's weather.

IB's Surfing Tradition of Sharing the Stoke

A lot has changed since IB first became a surfing scene, but today surfers still share the stoke.

2011 Low Tide Ride and Stride Final Results

51-year-old Brian Cismowski from Chula Vista set a new record, completing the 8.2 miles bike ride in 23:06.