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    Balsa Bill Surf Shop

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    Foam Worx Surfboards - What we do

    Foam Worx Surfboards

    5.0(3 reviews)
    2.1 mi

    So, since I am no longer traveling full-time around the country in an RV and I have since settled…read moreback down in an oceanside home here in Indialantic, I decided to get back into surfing. I grew up surfing along this stretch of coast, from Sebastian to Cocoa. It wasn't long before the ocean was calling me, I would wake up in the middle of the night and hear the waves pounding, dolphins waiting. I began looking for surf shops on Google Maps, reviewing them on yelp, trying to avoid tourist type stores who mainly specialize in selling as many T-shirts and bathing suits and beach towels as possible. I was looking for a small local business, not a chain, who specializes in surfing, and similar water sports. Many years ago I bought my first surfboard at the 'Quiet Flight' surf shop in Cocoa Beach, Yes I love Ron Johns, but 'Quiet Flight' is the small more personable business tucked away in amongst neighborhood homes along the avenues. So I noticed this little obscure dot on the map, fairly nearby, called "FoamWorx surf boards" ( Full name being 40 Toes FoamWorx ). I decided to pop over and take a look. When I arrived I entered and met Matt Tatum. He's the owner of this little neighborhood establishment. Actually I found later the shop is not that little. After chatting with Matt I found him super personable and genuine, we rambled on back-and-forth about our military days, state of the union, religion, politics, babies, and then surfing! Lol Love this place already. Matt is a professional surfer and has surfed waves from Florida to Hawaii, known by many. Then he got into actually crafting surfboards. He could see I was intrigued by this, and immediately began giving me the tour through the door in the back and out into the big shop. Filled with surfboard "blanks", all kinds of sawhorse stand type of setups used to hold surfboards while he shaves, forms, and coats these babies until they emerge as a glassy gem waiting to be adopted by a new owner who will take them out and make them an extension of their own body uniting with the ocean waves. He had separate rooms for different phases of his craft, and probably most impressive was his 3-D CNC machine, huge, well it has to be huge to accept surfboards of all sizes! Back in the show room I met his wife Jill, and beautiful kids. Everyone so friendly, we enjoyed great conversation and lots of laughs. Talking surfboards, I told him I was interested in a longboard, but I need it to properly fit me in regard to my size and weight obviously. He happened to have one in the show room, already waxed. He insisted I take it out, 'take it around the block a few times' that he knew it is the perfect size and shape for me. He Attached a leash and a fin, helped me load it into my SUV, and said go have some fun and let me know how you like it. Holy cow, this is not a cheap surfboard, and he just pushed me out the door with it to go ride it lol. You won't find this type of personal business at Ron Jon's fyi. So I did, I could tell I was out of practice, and anything that did not work right was my fault, but I could tell that this was the type of board I wanted. Wow, was my heart pounding again to be back in the salty waves. I returned the next day, and brought back his longboard, minus one fin lol. I told him I had no idea where the fin went, I didn't have any major crashes, only noticed that I started surfing sideways at one point. He laughed, I have plenty of fins! After much more great conversation and laughs, I decided to go with a brand new longboard identical to the one I just rode, but this one was new and unwaxed, and had a totally cool paint scheme designed by him, signed by him, and named "Zeppelin ". Sweet. He gave me a great price, I also ordered a board sock, and leash. I also needed the cross bars for my luggage rack on top of my SUV. He took it upon himself to order those for me as well, custom for my vehicle. A few days later Jill called me, and left a message that all my stuff was in and ready to go. I showed up the next day, and Matt had everything set aside. He was in the back working on some boards for some other customers, and stopped what he was doing. Matt began attaching the leash and fin, he showed me the luggage rack parts (Thule) he had ordered, so we stepped outside into the blazing sun and he started installing the surfboard rack to the top of the car as I helped. Again, what other main stream surf shop would go through all of these efforts to take care of just one customer? ( rhetorical) I couldn't thank him enough, and the family had become fans of my YouTube channel, so I promised to come back and do a YouTube video of them and his shop and his process, his craft, of creating surfboards. I feel it is so important to get someone like him, his work ethic, his craft, his business, his experience out and more open to the public, local and afar. He deserves it, and his customers now and future, deserve him.

    I came in looking for a board for my daughter. They could not have been more generous with their…read moretime and expertise. They definitely have a passion for surfing, making quality boards and the community.I highly recommend supporting this business.We will definitely be .

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    Surf Style 104 - Surf Style provides top tier beachwear apparel and surf apparel to most of the Florida, Alabama and Mississippi areas...

    Surf Style 104

    1.0(1 review)
    4.8 mi

    I've always gone to surf style when I visit family in Florida. It's always been a great spot for…read morevacation clothes. Except for this time it was really disappointing. I bought a sweatshirt there in February and it started peeling. I was still in Florida when it peeled so I was able to exchange it for a new one. Once I got home the NEW sweatshirt peeled as well. I tried emailing them and I haven't gotten a response. It's been 2 weeks and I haven't heard back. This is really upsetting, I'm not sure if I will go back.

    From the owner: Surf Style at 101 S. Miramar Ave. in Indialantic, FL, is your top choice for beachwear. Serving the…read moreIndialantic community and nearby Brevard County, including Melbourne, Palm Bay, and Satellite Beach, our surf shop and beach store offers a wide selection of swimwear and beachwear. Whether you're a local or a visitor, discover stylish swimsuits, boardshorts, shirts, sunglasses, bikinis, bags & backpacks, hoodies, and jackets at our convenient location near Melbourne Beach. We also provide beach clothing such as rashguards, swim shirts, and activewear for men, women, and kids. Explore our exclusive surf hoodies, surf clothing, and windbreakers. Visit us today and discover our high-quality beachwear and accessories at nearby Melbourne Beach.

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    Adventure Surf Lessons and Paddleboarding - Space Coast SUP Instructor and 2 time USA SUP Surfing Champ

    Adventure Surf Lessons and Paddleboarding

    5.0(2 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    I had a few SUP and surfing lessons with Tom O'Brien and was very satisfied with each lesson. Tom…read morehas the technical SUP and surfing skills, and the credentials (National Champion SUP Surfer) to instill confidence in his students. Tom's teaching and communication skills are excellent, as is his patience with beginners. I like his emphasis on safety, especially with entering and exiting the rough surf. I was so happy with the lessons that I signed up my wife and daughter for lessons also.

    I saw Tom's ad a few days before a trip to Cocoa Beach, Fl last week and decided to give an SUP…read morelesson a try. I had no idea what to expect as I knew nothing about Tom other than what the ad said. Any skepticism was quickly diminished! I had a fabulous lesson in the Thousand Islands area of Cocoa Beach. Tom is a gifted instructor who was able to cover safety issues and some of the basics before we ventured into the water. He had me on the board and trying to get my "sea legs" in no time. Tom gave helpful tips throughout the lesson, was encouraging, and always kept a watchful eye giving pointers as necessary. The scenery was great as we saw dolphins and osprey during our session. Thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience including the great relaxed conversation we had throughout our time together. I am 57 years old and had never tried this but always wanted to. So very glad I did. My wife and two daughters have expressed interest in trying SUP. I was so thrilled about my experience with Tom that I am already planning a family outing with him when we get back to the area in December. Give it a try. You won't be disappointed. He really knows his stuff.

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