Beach Riot's bestselling Balboa Shorts are made from a cozy cotton knit, offering a relaxed fit with a ribbed, elasticated waistband and adjustable drawstring. Beach Riot's bestselling Balboa Shorts are made from a cozy cotton knit, offering a relaxed fit with a ribbed, elasticated waistband and adjustable drawstring. After gaining experience at Volcom and Tavik, Nicole Hanriot set out in 2012 to create her own line - an expression of her everlasting love for the beach. From printed two-pieces to cut-out maillots, the Los Angeles-based brand is known for its unapologetically bold swimwear, breezy apparel, and sunny take on the warm-weather wardrobe.