El Salvador - According to Jesse Heilman

We sent our surf team down to the paradise known as El Salvador for a 6 day surf expedition. The land of rights treated our guys well, with nothing but pumping waves, friendly locals and beautiful scenery. Alpinestars team rider and Florida native Jesse Heilman fills us in on the highlights of his trip.

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