Awesome custom shortboard. Craftsmanship from Avila/Diff Rnt surfboards is top notch. The way it…read morerides phenomenal.

If you like surfing or you love surfboards, this is the event for you. Meet famous shapers (I met…read more10), world champion surfers (I saw three, talked with one), and dozens of longtime friends. This show is for surfboards, it is not a clothing sale. Learn how a surfboard is made at the glassing demonstration. Watch professional shapers compete in the Rusty tribute to see who can make the best replica surfboard. Dozens of booths with the latest surf equipment and materials, a chance to talk with the people that will make your next surfboard. Don't miss the Tom Morey tribute section with some truly out of the box equipment, including the very first boogie board. I've been to this show in the past, this years edition was the best so far. I felt like I was at a reunion party more than attending a public trade show. The craftsmenship on display is remarkable. Surboards are not for everyone though, check out the the surf board art. One woman adds her custom made glass to the exterior of the board for a truly outstanding piece of work, Another booth takes old boards and cuts them into shapes like fishbones and octopus, innovative! This show appeals to surfers of all ages and abilities, I guarantee you will see something that makes you say "wow".

Was going through some old things in storage and came upon a set of fins I bought online directly…read morefrom Watermark quite a few years ago. Just such an overall bummer with these. The front part of the left fin base covers the fin box screw so it cannot get installed properly. I guess who needs the screw right? Maybe just glue em in with resin? At the time I bought em, I was pretty stoked on the price and not having to pay an arm and leg that the big name brands typically charge (and to also support a non big brand), but shows what I know. Sent them an email regarding this issue, but never got a response so I'm stuck with these. Maybe I'll sand off that base? Anyways, hope the quality control has improved since.

Honestly, I could not be more stoked on Watermark. After running into some communication issues…read morewith [HB shop that advertises cheap customs on CL], I emailed my stuff to Oliver for pricing. To say the guy was available to answer questions would be an understatement. Oliver would often email me back within minutes, and we worked together to get me exactly what I wanted - and all for the right price. Five star customer service, without a doubt. Keep up the good work, Watermark!

I ordered a custom surfboard from Chemistry as a gift for my husband, and they were the nicest,…read moremost caring company I could have ever asked for. Will, at the front desk, walked me through all of the options and even had Jason, the guy with the beard who "shapes" them, write a personal message to my husband on the surfboard "I love you Danny Shakib". He loves the surfboard and says it's the best he's ever owned. I would highly recommend, from start to finish they are the best around. And made in America!

The people at chemistry are so great. They really hooked me up and made sure I was satisfied. Best…read moresurfboards in the world!

The Moss AO twin keel fin is by far the best fish I've ever owned. It works in way more conditions…read morethan a traditional fish and the materials he uses to make it are 10 times more durable than my other boards. There isn't a single pressure mark on it after more than five years. Jake's one of the most progressive shapers out there.

Thanks Jake and everybody at Moss Research! You really went far and beyond my expectations. I…read morethink this is my best board ever, and I can't wait to get another one from you soon! Woohoo! As good as it gets!

I found this site looking for some swim fins. They had the brand and a color that I purchased…read more What I rec'd was NOT the color I had ordered and upon notice of the error, was told that they had nothing in stock so that the only option was to mail them back and take a refund. Apparently, they do not carry much inventory...and lack QC in order fulfillment.

Shopped here today for a birthday gift for my brother. The staff was very helpful in finding the…read moreright gift. Great products, and rad people, definitely shop here again. :)

These guys understand stand up paddling. I rented a board for a race and spent more time talking…read moreabout the race with the guys there than the race took. I should have listened to their advice and gotten a touring board rather than the "yoga-style" board-- I underestimated my ability. Reasonably priced, nice boards (for rentals) and super knowledgable staff made up of athletes and fans of the sport.

Stopped by on a spontaneous walk through the strip. Shawn was really kind and shop was well…read moreorganized.

The quintessential old-school surf shop featuring lots and lots of longboards and longboard…read moreold-school collectibles. This place is a tribute to the great surfing legends and the lifestyle that was popularized in the 1050's. They carry every classic book ever written about surfing, every classic movie ever made about surfing and surf magazines from all over the world. You can also find vintage collectibles and a great selection of tikis. They have a good selection surf clothes, especially sundresses for girls and women. If you go at the end of the season everything is marked down to 5 and 10 bucks. 1/2 of my summer wardrobe comes from this store. It's a very laid-back atmosphere and the service is just as laid-back. http://www.thelongboardgrotto.com

This shop rocks, and it has for many years now. There are some great finds here for men and women…read more In addition to classic surf boards and surf gear, this place sells some groovy home accessories such as little tiki men lamps, but I enjoy this store for the women's clothing. It is rare that I can find a shop where both me and my dad can spend hours going through the selection, but Longboard Grotto is one of those shops. I concur with Julie's review, Longboard Grotto has a great selection of sun dresses. I bought a Toes on the Noes sun dress there that I got much use out of (the stitching eventually wore out).