Updated 6.27.2025 Amazing service, knowledgeable, and product performance. Over the last year I bought 3 surfboards. Best boards for me I ever had. The Bird longboard, a Wild Bill mid length, and a Fartknocker SBD short board/groveler. Former Pro surfer Jeff Kramer went above and beyond figuring out the right boards for me at my age, level of physical fitness, and surfing skill ability. And, Eric the store owner, Jacob "Jack of all trades " were also extremely helpful. Jacob even helped me customize and install surfboard carrier racks on my e-Bike. Unbelievable!! 6.27.2025 The stoke continues!! I have now bought a total of 5 brand new boards from Stewart and love them so much! I've bought other popular trending brands of boards and they did not compare to Stewart. I sold them, ha ha, and bought these two new ones: The Bird 9'4 Longboard. Insane! Surfs and turns like a shortboard. So fun! Next step, learn to nose ride it. And not even officially released yet, the new Hydro Hull Fish. So sick! Feels so good under my feet, like a skateboard, fast, controlled, tight on rail. Thanks Eric for personally shaping it and the beautiful custom art. Super grateful to Stewart Surfboards for giving me the right equipment to take my surfing to the next level and most importantly have more fun! read more

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Went in with my bro looking for a used board to use right away. Found a great 8ft that came with fins & a leash for under $250. Guys even swapped in matching fins and went the extra mile getting the screws updated. Value is there, service is there and the used board selection is fantastic. If you need a new board worth a look. read more

Stewart Surfboards - Free assembly on the spot - Surf Shop Near Me - San Clemente, California

I'm writing this for my dad, Rob, who bought a board from Bill Stewart end of of March. He is super happy with his long board he bought. Bill and his staff spent time with my dad to help him determine the best board for him and his skill level. Highly recommend! read more

The guys at Stewart were great. They answered all of my questions and got me dialed with my first longboard. Amazing experience. read more

Purchased a Stewart Redline 11 after trying the same model board my friend rented from Stewart. I'm a beginner/intermediate, but caught every wave I paddled for on the Redline 11. The board paddled so well and was incredibly stable and agile at the same time. Had to purchase one for myself. I was assisted by Jeff who has the air of someone who has forgotten more about surfing and surfboard design than most people will ever know. Very knowledgeable and able to explain technical concepts in simple layperson's terms which I appreciated. Young Eric was also helpful and guaranteed the red flame graphics on my new board would ensure I'm among the fastest in the water. Probably the best retail shopping experience I've had. Highly recommend. read more

awesome shop! Zek and Jacob are so awesome and helpful! thank you guys for helping me with my new board! come here for all your surfer needs read more

I wanted a soft top to get my toddler out on but that would also serve as a summer wave magnet. The 10' redline 11 soft top is perfect. I tried it out at shoulder high old man's and it rode like a regular board. Way more responsive than I would expect from a 10' log. Excited to get my daughter out on it this summer. The board was set up for me and brought out to my vehicle. Great board, great service. read more

If you're in the market for a surfboard, either new or used, look no further than Stewart Surfboards. I visited several shops in San Clemente with the intent to find a new board, but none had the welcoming atmosphere of Stewart. From the moment I walked in, the team immediately welcomed me and asked how they could help. Jacob walked me through their new and quality used boards, shared incredible insights, and genuinely focused on finding the right board for me. Then Jeff gave me some valuable advice on what to expect as I progress and what boards would be the best range. They have a great selection and even if they don't have what you're looking for, I'm sure you'll enjoy the visit. read more

My son's board was gashed in two places and dinged up. They did a great job getting it back to normal, right down to the paint. Reasonably priced. Highly recommend for board repair. read more

Great boards. Matt is super helpful. Really quick in and out. Will definitely use them again next time we are surfing San Onofre or anywhere in the area. read more

Awesome guys, camping in San O and had issue with fin screw. Went in and fixed issue no problem. Took less then a minute very friendly

I've bought many surfboards in my day Stewart Surfboards was definitely the best experience I've ever had. They asked me all about my surfing style and picked out the perfect board for me. They have an incredible inventory Super nice- would give them six stars if I could? read more

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I needed a new wet suit and I was able to try on a few with no sales pressure. The different types of newer suits were explained and I found one that works well and keeps me comfortable in the water. read more

Went in to look at there clydesdale model. Trey and Jeff were the ones that helped me with the board. Both were super friendly and very helpful. They were helpful with the model I was picking out and also other models they had. Jeff rode the board I picked up and after talking about the boards and fins I ride he gave super good recommendations on what would work for me. Overall very satisfied with the customer service for my first time ever going into the shop. Recommend anyone looking for a great shop this is the one! read more

Totally recommend this place. Best experience ive ever had at a surf shop. Tre and Rin were super helpful and knowledgeable. They totally hooked me up. Ill definitely be coming back. read more

I purchased my 5'9 Pygmy from Stewart surfboards in the summer of 2022 and I wanted to share with you that it's the best board I've EVER ridden and it's now become my daily driver. I brought this board with me to the Maldives in April of 2023 to a break called Lohis. Lohis has a 100 yard plus left that consistently breaks that time of year in the 3' to 5' plus range. The Pygmy handled everything this wave had to offer and than some. A year later, I am now looking to add another board to my quiver and Stewart surfboards is the first and only place that comes to my mind. I'm looking forward to coming down there and seeing you guys again. Hopefully, Jacob is working that day he's always on his A game and is always stoked to talk about your boards and your new lineup. I can't wait to check out the Wild Bill! Here's a few pictures of me riding my Pygmy in the Maldives. Such an EPIC trip with the BEST board ever made! read more

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Ryan Was Amazing, patient and knowledgeable!! Give Ryan a raise, if I lived in his city, I would steal him from you!!! Lol Seriously, you have a gem!!! I'm a stewart surf board rider now because of Ryan!! Shawnie Whitaker read more

Stewart Surfboards - Shawnie surfing costa, now it will be surfing on a Stewart, compared to a fire Wire surfboard !!!! - Surf Shop Near Me - San Clemente, California

Just got in from out of town and needed to rent some boards and get hooked up with gear. We stopped in Stewart's and had the best experience! We had lots of questions and received great customer service. Erik, Trey and Liv - thank you so so much for everything ! read more

Purchased a Redline 11 recently, amazing service! I spoke to a lot of the employees as I came multiple times at different times, and every single one of them were so helpful and kind. Highly recommend B) read more

I just bought a new Wild Bill board from the guys at Stewart. The board is amazing - like a rocket ship and so easy to turn. The service was outstanding really cool nice guys who know their stuff but are super welcoming and just have the right vibe - no snooty too cool for school that you can find. This is the 3rd Stewart board I've bought and I come all the way from the UK to buy there....world class company shape and design. read more

Just recently moved back to San Clemente and looking to get into surfing. Jacob was a great help with a plethora of knowledge. I did not feel pressured to buy the board on the spot, and he gave me the option to rent a board to figure out what works best for me. OUTSTANDING customer service and a friendly atmosphere. Definitely recommend coming here to purchase a board if you're a beginner. read more

I could not imagine a better shopping experience. Everyone at Stewart's was extremely welcoming and genuine. I Appreciated the no pressure family based business model. Eric answered all of my questions and fitted me for the best board I have ever owned (redline 11). Jacob went above and beyond explaining and helping me repair a ding that I put in my board two days later. Bill Stewart took time to talk to me and share a great surfing story. Highly recommend! read more

look no further than Stewert surf boards for anything surf. My board needed a quick ding fix and Jacob was very helpful in explaining how to get it done DIY. He even showed me some tips and tricks for repairing surf boards out and about. Above and beyond service! Highly recommend! read more

My husband has been buying boards from Stewart Surfboards for over 25 years! Great customer service and very knowledgeable about what you are looking for. They always make us feel like family! Thanks for bringing such joy to my husband and his friends!! read more

32 years ago I first stepped into Stewart Surfboards to buy my first Hydro Hull surfboard. This was after I bought Bill's book on surfing full of many black and white photos back then and knew this is where I wanted to buy my next board. Since then I have been buying and surfing nothing but Stewart boards. During a recent session at the Huntington Beach Cliffs, my leash plug popped out of my Redline 11 and so after collecting my board on the beach I called Stewart Surfboards. I talked to Jacob who was very knowledgeable and friendly. He gave me several great options with lots of details. He stayed on the phone to answer all of my questions and I never felt rushed. After thinking about it, I knew my surfboard would be in the best hands at Stewart so I decided to bring it in. I was greeted at the shop by Trey who again was very knowledgeable and welcoming. He explained to me in great detail about the repair process and exactly what they would do. Today I picked up the board and Wow!. Their work as expected is top notch. Perfectly done. Jacob even noticed a small ding which they took care of. The entire experience from the first phone call to walking out the door with my repaired surfboard was excellent. Thank you guys! read more

Purchased a redline 11 this week. My first longboard. It was a great experience all round. Noah was extremely helpful in getting the board specs just right, based on my background & experience. I went out the next day in extremely small and blown out conditions. Was still so impressed and happy with the board. Great value! I now understand why Stewart has such an enduring rep and history of excellence. -So stoked to take it out again : ) read more

Jeff and Jacob were incredibly helpful and supportive in my surfing journey. Jeff took the time to ask a lot of questions to understand my ability, experience and most importantly which break I surf in order to make the best recommendation. His recommendation led me to purchase an 8' 2Fun, which I really like. Jacob was really helpful and supportive when I brought my previous board in for consignment. He took the time to teach me a couple of trick to get the wax off and even finished cleaning my board to ensure it looked it's best for resale. Great Board, Team and Company! read more

as we're 'out of towners'. we were a little wary of the 'Trestles-adjacent' surf vibe. what we found at Stewarts were folks who were super friendly and knowledgeable who were generous with their time and guidance. for a place with a legendary name, they didn't have to be but we are grateful for their help. would definitely send folks to them for board /gear rental , customized boards or anything surf-related. read more

I can't say enough about Stewart Surfboards. First and foremost I found the staff very welcoming, knowledgeable and patient as I could not make up my mind of whether I would pull the trigger on a Redline 11. I had been in San Diego for a week and stopped at several different shops on my way back to LA. Most of the shops ignored me. Some could barely answer my questions about their boards. I had read up about the Redline 11 and was so pleasantly surprised with the reception I got at Stewart: "Take your time, look around, I know it's tough to decide" it was a wonderful experience. I left with a new Redline and bought one a little wider (and epoxy!!) than I had originally thought based on the suggestion of the guy who was helping me. Here's the best part. The board absolutely rips! My mind was blown. I felt bad for the guys I was surfing with the first time I tried it because I was catching everything in sight. The Redline 11 is a super fun surfboard. Feels loose and stable... I don't know, it's just silly, I was sitting in the water just cracking up. Lefts, rights, late drops... I felt like I was in my 20's again (I'm 55) I was wondering if it was just a first time on a new board thing. But I've taken it out several times and it is a blast! I 1000% recommended you checking them out. read more

Just picked up my new custom Clydesdale and went riding in Trail Four. I nailed the first wave of the day. Hands down, this is the greatest board I've ever ridden. These guys knocked it out of the park. I'm a big guy and had been struggling for years to find the right board. This thing floats like a dream, is absurdly stable and makes catching and riding a joy. I love this shop and only after one day, I know that this board has already transformed my surfing. read more

Stewart Surfboards - Custom Clydesdale, 10'x4"x25" - Surf Shop Near Me - San Clemente, California

This surf shop is outstanding. They helped remove a rusted screw from a board we brought in yesterday and could not have been more helpful. They even ruined a couple of their own drill bits during the process. Eric and others were the best. Saved us much time and frustration. Great selection of boards and gear too! Thank you for the excellent help and service guys! read more

I rented a longboard here. Amazing shop and service. I was on vacation and didn't bring my board. I had initially planned to rent at another shop in San Clemente but the owner was cussing out one of his surf instructors and fired him on the spot in front of me and the argument got so heated I thought they were going to get into a fist fight, so I left and went to Stewarts instead, the different in the vibe was so obvious. Everyone at Stewarts was happy. They listened to my crazy story from the other shop which is too gnarly and long to post here. They gave me a good board, tips on where to go, and the current conditions. I went to surf San O and then was almost on time but got stuck in traffic, but they are so good over there they stayed 15 minutes past close, to wait for me to drop my board off so I didn't have to drive up from Huntington again the next day. I have never seen such exceptional customer service, especially now in 2022. So I had to ask their names and let them know how amazing they did, and how nice it is to see that people still care these days. Thanks Alissa and Trey. Hopefully I spelled your names right. read more

Best surf shop in OC! Cant go wrong with the classics. Jacob was EXTREMELY knowledgeable and helpful throughout the board buying process. As an experienced surfing family, we will always choose and recommend Stewart surfboard for all experience levels! Yeeew! read more

Received my custom Redline 11 today. This is my 3rd Bill Stewart shape. I've surfed Stewart boards in 7.4, 7.6 and now this 9.0. After much success with their stock shapes/sizes, I decided to take the leap and get the 9.0 custom. Couldn't be happier! Update, next day... water was bumpy with some white caps, sizing around waist/chest. Not exactly ideal conditions, but I couldn't wait to take it into the water. The beveled rails, pin tail and custom dimensions were the right mix, and again, I couldn't be happier. read more

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Stewart Surfboards is the absolute best! Not only do they have knowledgeable staff always available to help you select your new board, they don't shy away from having a good conversation about everything surfing. Great people, good vibes, and some of the best surf related merchandise around. Trey was super helpful and makes you feel like he's known you for years. Oh, and Ashley huge shoutout from my wife. Great design on the hat that comes with a new board. That hat instantly became hers. She loves the new design of the leather patch. Thanks again, Will read more

I was visiting town with a friend and we stopped in to check it out. Everyone was so friendly! Jacob gave us a full tour of the shop and process of how they make their custom boards, and took us through how the shaping process works. He was so knowledgable and seemed to genuinely enjoy his job. Thank you Jacob for being so hospitable! I highly recommend this surf shop! read more

Stewart Surfboards is the best shop in South Orange County. Bill Stewart is a surfing institution and the whole team are great! Took in 3 of my used Long Boards for resale and Charlie was awesome helping with all the details. If you need anything dealing with Surfing Stewart's is the Place! read more

Thank You Stewart surfboards for the excellent customer service and craftsmanship. Ordered a custom hydro hull surfboard and had not one issue throughout the entire process. Best surfboard order ever I had, not a single issue. Merry Christmas to the Stewart Surfboard Team. I'll be gliding on water I to the new year. read more

Stewart Surfboards - 9'4" custom Stewart Longboard so sweet - Surf Shop Near Me - San Clemente, California

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We ordered online. The customer service was amazing annnnd the boards are fantastic. We are new surfers and just got our second Stewart board. We had a question and chatted with them over the phone and got SO much help. Seriously blown away! Thank you so much!! read more

Just picked up my redline 11 and couldn't be happier. It's exactly the board Bill Stewart describes in the YouTube video on their website. Very accurate and honest review of the board. Couldn't be happier with the entire purchase experience . Great website, reviews, huge board selection in the store, and good customer service as well. Very satisfied customer. Thank you read more

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