In my opinion, what makes a great clothing store is two things, great service and really great well-made products. Encinitas surfboards is a legend down here, and I love their long sleeve tees and their sweatshirts. I bought my long sleeve tee right around Christmas and last week I saw a whole bunch of threads coming out of the bottom of the tee. So I walked in today showed him what it happened to the T-shirt and without a blink he said you're on the same color? I said sure really? He said yeah I grabbed it and left. All smiles all Customer Service and all great products. I recommend this place highly specially if you live down here it's a must. read more

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Best place to get honest advice on surf gear.. They pack a lot into their shop from coolest of Encinitas gear, locally made surf boards, needed clothing, and accessories, and anything surf related. Great place to buy wax since they sell at basically cost so awesome value. They'll even help you with that gear like surf racks, getting a board ready to ride, and more. One of the few shops that has used boards if that's your need. I've always loved their sticker book and go there every holiday for a stocking stuffers, too. This is the place to go and always has been. Thanks for being family & run that way always! read more

I couldn't be more impressed with my experience. The staff here is outstanding!! -attentive, friendly and went above and beyond. Not only did Kevin teach me something new about my own car but helped me pick the right racks AND!! helped me put them on my car. In addition mark was quick to help me with anything I needed. This shop is a symbol & iconic location for the city of Encinitas and owners & staff make this place exceptional. I literally could not say enough nice things about this place and its employees!! 10/10 read more

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April 1, 2023 excellent customer service excellent and large selection of T-shirts sweatshirts surf shop supplies and everything you could possibly need. I have recommend this location. Being in this area brings back great memories of the 80s. Class of 1983. read more

My favorite local shop. Super friendly and helpful staff, great selection of gear and good prices. When I lost an FCS 2 fin that just popped out of my board when I was shredding the gnar, I was able to buy a single replacement fin here without having to buy the whole box set. Other shops like the big one in town claimed that they could only sell me a very expensive set of fins, while Encinitas Surfboards keeps it real and helps out surfers without trying to milk every last dime out of them. read more

Got stuff there and ordered online. No problems . Great lil shop! Park in back . We go there every time we are in OS. read more

Encinitas Surfboards has been around for as long as I can remember I think they opened up a couple years after I graduated high school. I do know they have always had a wonderful selection of core surfboards. And you can't go wrong purchasing any of their surfing and Boogie Board accessories. I bought my first surfboard cover from them and it lasted a long time. I've also bought at least three different boogie board bags from them and the last one I bought there lasted over 10 years. I love their selection of clothing it seems a little cramped and crowded but I think that's what gives it the flavor of being an old school California surf shop. Their t-shirt selection is awesome as well as all of their different hats and apparel. Don't forget to get some wax while you're there they've got a great selection and they've also got a great selection of lotions and creams. If you're in the area stop in to Encinitas Surf Shop I'm sure you'll find something that you love and cherish. I have plenty. read more

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Todd is a soul braddah and John Kies is a legend. Love these guys! I'm 53 and have been coming here since i was a kid. Full BROfessionals

Chill, relaxed, soft. This Encinitas Surfboards branded hoodie is a must have. This hoodie is so comfy that it makes you a better human. Are you looking for an easy road to self-improvement? Don this hoodie. I bought one, then had to go back for another. Thank you to my Yelper friend who inspired this purchase/enlightenment with his passionate endorsement of this hoodie/nirvana. read more

Great selection of surfboards and wetsuits and the customer service is 10/10... they helped me find the perfect wetsuit I love it

These guys are legends and they have everything! Staff couldn't be more accommodating and treat you like family. They are happy to tell you anything you need to know about surfing in the area. read more

I second everything Alissa said in her review a few months ago. My husband and I have been coming here for years only to receive horrible customer service. This especially goes for the girl that was working last Friday. Please change your entitled attitude, instead of trying to be cool because your family probably owns the shop, try smiling and thanking your customers who are buying your high priced items. Oh and the hoodie we purchased a week ago is already starting to unravel a little at the seams, argh. read more

I would give zero stars if I could. These guys are rude and store policies are terrible. Crazy high prices and no recourse if you're items end up being defective. Owner is not a nice person and this trickles down through the straff. Someone should tell these guys they work in customer service. Staff are just so rude, I've left feeling crummy a few times now, I will never go back. read more

Great selectIon and variety. Wonderful value and service. Classic surf shop. Knowlegable.

Friendly, great selection of items, terrific customer service. We'll be back next summer for new boards. Thank you.

Every time I go in, I almost leave with a board. When I needed a new fin setup, they patiently walked me through my options and pulled a set out of the back that was perfect and charged me a lot less. Wax is $1! One day the 6' 8" fish will happen. read more

I'm glad I checked this place out a few years ago because it's now one of my favorite surf shops. They're right next to my normal spots in Leucadia, they've got really nice prices, the place is funky and cool, and the people are super friendly. I've found their prices are WAY better than Hanson's and the selection isn't that much smaller. Sure Hanson's is freaking huge, but there's so much in that shop that you never want it doesn't really matter. Encinitas Surfboards has the meat and potatoes of what you really want, not the weirdo veggie that you can't identify. Two of my last experiences that weren't surf wax related were for flip flops. They've got a basic selection, but I find their prices to be pretty much as good as their going to get. Keep up the good work guys! Extra points for being right next to Bull Taco. read more

My annual surf pilgrimage resulted in yet another vision of heaven in a surf shop and I came out with more than I came in with. And that's great news for any surf shop trying to compete with the likes of mega-stores such as Surf Ride just down the street. Keeping it local and personal is a trait that I hope continues to support the mom & pop surf industries and keep the "corporate commandos" at bay. Encinitas, Iron Cross and Mitch's are at the forefront of providing local surfers with everything they need to enjoy the waves without that sense of Wal-Mart shopping that some of us hate. And though they are quite friendly, don't expect elderly greeters at the entrance or shopping carts in the aisle. Just local talent with wave-savvy insight into what will get you out there with the big boys (and girls). P.S., open 7 days a week read more

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I was driving down to San Diego when I decided I would exit the 5 freeway at Encinitas Blvd and backtrack to a Starbucks that I had just passed. I am a firm believer that some of your best adventures occur during the journey not planned. As I was attempting to backtrack I was stoked when I came across Encinitas Surfboards. I am firm believer that local surf shops are a dying breed and we surfers need to do our part to ensure they keep their doors open for the future generations of surfers to come. If you are looking for this surf shop it is only a short distance from the 5 freeway right off of Encinitas Blvd @ N. Coast Highway 101. There is a parking lot directly in front of Encinitas Surfboards. If that parking is full there is an adjacent lot which has plenty of spaces. As I walked in the door I was stoked to find an 'Old School' surf shop where all of the workers working were talking about the swell that morning. Everyone had smiles on their faces that only surfers know. The surf shop itself was stocked with everything a surfer might need. You could walk in these doors and pick up all sorts of clothing, surfboards, skateboards, hats, stickers, wax, skating helmets, backpacks and so much more. I figured since I was here I would 'check-in' via Yelp on my Iphone and I am glad I did. Upon checking in I was awarded with a Yelp reward of 'buy one' get one 'free' for t-shirts. This was one heck of an offer because the t-shirts were not marked up. The t-shirts were $20 and with just a simple 'check-in' I was able to purchased two t-shirts for the price of one. I confirmed this with the cashier who confirmed that the offer was still valid. The cashier even told me that not many people fail to capitalize on that offer and even suggested they are missing out by not using 'Yelp' I have to agree=) I selected a couple of shirts and tried them on the change rooms this shop has in the back. I dug the inside of the change booths, the walls were covered in old school surfing posters from surfing spots local to the area from back in the 1960's. Before I left I walked around and checked out the boards and everything else this shop had to offer the surfing community. I am so stoked that I came across this spot and without question I will be back. I am working on a little art project and was stoked to see the huge collection of surfing stickers this shop had. This shop had a booklet filled with surfing stickers and I truly came across some gems. No matter what surfing shop you visit you should always buy a sticker. Stickers to surfing shops are decribed in one word 'profit, profit, profit' and independent surf shops need those profits to keep their doors open. Remember as a surfer you are an ambassador of the Oceans and the those who call the Ocean / Beach home depend upon you to be their voice, so remember, Be the Good, always!!! Next time you go to the beach remember as s surfer you always have one free arm when carrying your surfboard. So to and from the water pickup any and all garbage you see. Help keep our Oceans Blue!!!!!!!!! read more

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Encinitas Surfboards is probably one of the oldest surf shops in North County Coastal. It opened its doors back in 1975 when two surfing buddies, Mark and John decided to venture into business. John Kies at the time was a blossoming longboard shaper. Over time he was able to make the transition into shaping boards for every type of surfer. His fish shapes are great and chances are you will see at least one person in the water on his board. Even if you don't surf you'll want to get one of the their sweatshirts featuring the logo along the sleeves as they may at least allow you to feel like a surfer. Many surfboard racks also sport the Encinitas logo on the foam pads. They do sell online: http://www.encinitassurfboards.com read more

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Support this great local business! Love this spot right up from moonlight beach. Owner has great knowledge and personality. Love the sandals that are comfortable and half the price as reefs. Mine washed away so I need to head back for another pair. Just be sure to wear your mask as they take health safety serious. read more

I have been a customer the whole 34 years I have lived here and make multiple purchases every year. Was going to buy a sweatshirt and sweatpants matching. The sweatpants were labeled 29.99. At checkout they tried to charge 10$ more for the sweatpants because they forgot to change the price since they got new ones in with pockets.( they had not changed the label In The months)since they got the new ones in. People at counter refused to give them to Me at advertised price they tried to cut the difference and charge 35.99 4$ cheaper than 39. I don't understand why they would sell them for 35 instead of 39 why not 29, it's not that big of a difference. So I opted to buy nothing. As I have been a lifelong customer. Any customer service positions I have been in, if we had something mislabeled unless it was outrageous we would give them the price it was advertised. I felt really unimportant as a customer. I was spending 100$ and my mother was buying things too. It was too much to eat 10$ for them. They would have got the sale. But customer service is not important to them. They would rather lose a sale then eat 5$. Have never left a bad reveiw. It this was just ridiculous. Thanks enc surfboards. Gues I won't be shopping here ever again. And I have family from Here out of town and I buy gifts from here every year. Have never received service like that there. I do not support businesses that treat lifelong customers like that. I will not purchase anymore Encinitas surf gear. Thanks for making me feel like never shopping or spending my hard earned money here again. Would leave zero stars but not an option. I just would have expected better treatment. Any other business would have sold it at the advertised price. Now I do not get the matching sweatsuit I wanted because I will refuse to spend my money there. Employee negligence is held against customers. read more

I left my hoodie behind on my trip to SD and was freezing my ass off. Was recommend to this surf shop and boy howdy was their customer service spot on! Extremely helpful and grateful for my business even though it was obvious that their shop isn't in any way desperate for customers. Priced reasonably and smart color choices available, I left with a very warm zip up in an electric blue color that ma whife makes fun of, but that's because she is a nerd. Fun place, friendly service, 5 stars indeed! Thanks for your help! read more

If you are a surfer in SoCal and you don't shop here, YOU ARE WRONG. I've been coming here since I was around 5 years old. 23 years later it is still as awesome. Stop by and talk to Todd. If he's not napping! read more

Encinitas Surfboards reminds me of the shops I used to visit in Santa Cruz when I was a kid. Mix equal parts old school soul surfers from back in the day, a great selection of new and used longboards, shortboards and hybrids, an incredibly helpful staff, excessive amounts of Reggae music and enough t-shirts and shorts to keep you stocked through the summer and you've got yourself a great surf shop. I rolled in this afternoon having decided that today was the day I was ready to plunk down some Benjamins and get back into surfing. I did my research, decided on a 'Big-Guy Tri,' a 7' 4" or larger tri-fin pintail or squash tail that had plenty of rocker, thick rails and provided good flotation. Robbie at Encinitas showed me three boards that I might be interested in and then broke down why I would want one over another. He was totally helpful, patient and knowledgeable. I ended up choosing a used 8' 0" board by local underground board shaper John Bland. Robbie even knocked $50.00 off the price and threw in a locally made Crow Haley leash and a few bars of surf wax. I also purchased a new O'Neill Heat wetsuit, which was kind of crazy since I used to work at O'Neill Surf Shop in Santa Cruz during high school. I used to sell these wetsuits! Wetsuits have come a long way in *cough* the *insert-astronomical-double-digit-number-here* years since I last surfed. I went straight to beach afterward, waxed up my new board, put on my suit, jumped into the water and proceeded to get my ass kicked royally by wave after wave after wave. Punished really. I'm sitting here penning this review with sliced up feet from the reef and really sore muscles from paddling. It might take me a 'few' more sessions to get back to where I was. See you in the water! read more

Only place you should ever spend your money on surf gear in Encinitas. Support the true locals!

I've been coming here for a while, and today I had it. The employees need to understand, your attitude is NOT cool. I was interrupted 4 times while trying to ask a simple question about Solarez. The employee was chatting it up with another local about surfing, which would normally be OK, but he barely acknowledged my existence. OK, you got my $16 for solar-rez, but I know a much better place to shop for boards. It's a shame, I honestly tried to use/like this place, but I can't take the vibe anymore. And I'm a local surfer. There ARE other cool employees there, and I don't want to misrepresent them, but I'll give my money to another shop that will treat me respectfully, not like an annoying customer. Surf for happiness, for soul, for self. read more

Solid surf shop. Small, but they carry the real surfers gear....focus is more on wetsuits, surf boards and related gear, less on the latest release of board shorts. They also carry a decent wall of used boards. Folks in the shop are very knowledgeable. Prices are on par with other shops local shops. read more

Encinitas Surfboards was once one of the more core surf shops in the county. It used to be you could go in there and talk story with one of the owners, including North County shaping staple John Kies. Unfortunately, the core score has suffered in recent years. I bought a used board for $200+ there and I asked for the customary free bar of wax that surf shops have given with most decent purchases since Duke Kahanamoku's time and I got a talking-to by the younger-than-me clerk. He tsk-tsked me, then added, "If we gave away wax to everyone, we'd be out of business". Thanks for the econ lesson, bub! A few months later I had some time to kill between appointments and went in there and overheard a young lady talking to one of the male employees about her recent sexual escapades, which is why I'm giving it a bump from three to four stars. I will be back, but not too enthusiastically read more

Encinitas Surfboards!! Definitely the one stop surf shop! They have it all! Huge selection for all your Surf & beach needs!! I live 45 minutes away and pass many surf shops on the way there. That will give you an indication on how well run this place is! Go see for yourself. You will not be disappointed! Shaka Brah! \m/ read more

Not the largest surf shop around, but they always seem to have what I need, and are always friendly and helpful. No wonder they have been around so long... read more

Just up the road from the old St. John's, where I went to school. I love this shop and every time I'm in town, I buy something for either myself, friend or family member. read more

Not a fan of these guys. When you read other surf shop reviews and they say other shops treat you like a retard...well they are talking about this shop. Really a shame because this shop has been around at least since the early 1990's and they used to be pretty friendly as I recall. I hate to go to big surf shops but Leucadia Surf Shop went out of business, Progression isn't paying their Consignment Sales money out.....and these guys have a stinky attitude problem...... I guess the answer is have a local shaperscustom make your boards, go to San Clemente Trestles Outlet for clothes and sell your old boards on Craigslist. read more

My first time stopping here and I don't even live in the area. Great customer service even though they didn't have the fins I was looking for. Good variety of surfboards of all shapes and sizes and related gear. Great location on the 101, but weird footprint as it's in a narrow building that was once shared with a Jamaican restaurant, which is now Bull Tacos. Luckily they have their own parking lot separate from Bull Tacos. Next time I stop by I'll probably pick up an Encinitas Surfboards hat at least! read more

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Such a great local spot. If you live in Encinitas, you can only truly rep your town by sporting a sticker or some soft surf racks from Encinitas Surfboards. I have a bunch of shirts, sweatshirts, stickers and racks from here that everyone from my two year old, three year old, hubby and me wear. Everyone has always been super nice in the store. Checkout their facebook page for special offers - and I got a buy one get one offer from my YELP check in, too! read more

Just like the old days, you can still find the owner and founder working there. Knowledgable staff, options, cool shades and the logo hasn't changed since the late 70's. Just an iconic place to go buy a surfboard, or some surf wear. read more

This is the best Surf Shop of them all. Great hats, shirts, and surfboards. Service is always friendly and you can tell that the employees really like working there. Nice selection of kids clothes, shorts, and swim trunks. Plenty of parking- and it's conveniently located on the 101. read more

This is an authentic surf shop. No big commercial brouhaha found here. Not sure they make surf shops better than this.

Authentic surf shop with friendly people. I'm not a surfer, but I didn't feel as out of place here as I did as some of the other shops in the area. Both of the people working made us feel welcome and comfortable, and were helpful without being pushy at all. Decent prices, from what I can tell. And free stickers with our purchase make my kids VERY happy. My cousin grew up in the area and was super bummed when Encinitas Surfboards was closed when we stopped by on her only night in town, so we went up to pick up a sweatshirt for her since we were there longer. I can see why she wanted to stop by so badly. Great shop. read more

Great store. I always like to represent this store by wearing their t-shits. ES is an institution in Encinitas. read more

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