When and Where are Southern California Surf Competitions?

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owen p asked:


I’m looking to take photos of Surfers, it’s hard to just go down to the beach and find good surfers around my area, (palos Verdes / Redondo Beach / Torrance Beach) so i was wondering when and where i could go to find good surfers so i thought surfing competitions have good surfers, so any tips on when and where to be to get great shots?

Adam