Blacks is one of san diego's jewels. With deep underwater canyons that create more power to the wave. Blacks can handle just about any size with numerable lefts and righs to be had. The surf here can be world class. Crowds are few and far between that is unless its firing then expect a mob full of experienced surfed.

Blacks is a fast high performance, hollow and powerful wave that does not suit a beginner - beginners are better off at scrips pier. Be careful of sneaker sets as these can even humble the pros. Blacks can really turn on fast just don't expect an easy time. Wipeouts are harsh as you can get held down a loooong time.

All that said its a must to surf in San Diego and a shortboarders paradise when its on. The only downside is that its a nudest beach - the downside being that its mainly old men so don't expect to see any mermaids. Despite its seclusion blacks does have frequent lifeguard patrols. Just do yourself a favour respect blacks you will regret it if you don't.