INSPIRATION GUIDE MONDOS BEACH Beginner Off Pacific Coast Hwy. Easy-breaking waves are perfect for learning. SH OP Suit up and sign up at Seaward Surf & Sport. The surf shop offers gear and lessons. SURFERS' POINT Beginner to Moderate at Figueroa St. and Harbor Blvd. It's famous for a reason: long rides on perfectly shaped waves. SH OP Ventura Surf Shop has been a classic for gear since 1961. Wave Front Surf Shop is another timeless mainstay. Walden Surfboards makes world-class longboards. Rip Curl Surf Shop has swag for everyone. EMMA WOOD Moderate to Advanced Off Highway 101 Wedgy peaks with quick drops make for short and fast rides. SOUTH JETTY Moderate to Advanced at E. Harbor Blvd. If you're lucky you'll find powerful waves and memorable tubes. Photo by Briana Diamond SH OP A quick jaunt away is Proctor Surfboards, a real-deal surfboard shop. RINCON Moderate to Advanced at Bates Rd. Point break waves peel for so long your legs burn. VISITVENTURACA.COM 33http://visitventuraca.com