Love Patagonia as a brand and this location reflects that well. The store gets busy but the staff…read moreis always helpful. Great place for quality outdoor gear and a company that stands behind strong environmental values. Customer service is great.

Anytime I travel and encounter a Patagonia store I must check it out. This beautiful store sits…read moreright on the coast highway in Cardiff By The Sea. Easy to find but limited parking. This store is not as big as other stores I have visited, but they still carry a lot of great items for adventuring. I like the fact that this store specializes in surf gear. I trust the Patagonia brand and their clothing and hats always fit well and last a long time. I wear a lot of Patagonia when I am on the trail or kayaking. Yes, they are a bit pricey but I like knowing that what I purchase is not going to tear or fall apart. We were greeted by friendly and helpful staff. I just browsed while my friend found herself a new hat. She received great service when checking out and I would definitely shop here in the future. Thanks Patagonia for keeping me warm and comfortable on the trail and cool when I am on the water.

I had such a great experience here. Everyone who works there is incredibly knowledgeable and…read moregenuinely helpful. You can tell they actually surf and really understand the gear, which makes a huge difference when you're trying to make the right decision. Their inventory is massive -- boards, wetsuits, accessories -- everything you could possibly need, and all high quality. What really stood out to me was the customer service. They take their time, answer every question, and make you feel taken care of without any pressure. I honestly wouldn't shop anywhere else. This is the kind of surf shop every town should have.

Anything you want to cater your inner surfer girl or boy. First time visiting yesterday even though…read moreI have visited Solana a million times never entered at this store thinking it was some sort of man can. In fact, there are so many items for women, the most variety of bikinis and dreamy summer dresses. That on top of palgxards, candles, jewelry and many more. All focused on the surfer life but also space for the tourist and vacationer.

Mitch's?! Simply the best. Love all the employees. Always greeted with aloha and they are kind,…read morepatient, and helpful. Great selection of goods as well. Didn't take any of pics but it's such a great little shop. Definitely recommend coming by even if it's just for a bar of wax

Friendly staff in excellent supplies and a fantastic selection of surfboards. If you are looking…read morefor surfboards, this is the place to go, especially long boards, carrying the famous Wayne Rich boards. Roof racks straps, and wetsuits are plentiful to pick from.

Employees we have encountered are knowledgeable and willing to help. Needed my son's head strung…read moreand they asked them the appropriate questions so they could understand how he likes his head strung. My son really likes his new head and appreciated their help. Thanks All !

Service was great! Thank you Dom and David for helping me getting my little one ready for the…read morelacrosse season!

Jason was so helpful when I went in to buy binoculars. He showed a lot of patience because I knew…read morenothing. Thanks for your help

The staff was extremely helpful. Very knowledgeable regard fishing licenses & fishing equipment…read more This store location is jam packed with everything sports related. It's a fun atmosphere & one of the few retail speciality stores around. Let's keep them open by visiting Big 5 stores in your area.

Thank you, Jed!! You are the reason I bought my jacket in San Diego…read more I spent weeks looking for the perfect jacket for my upcoming trip to the East Coast. I went to REI, Patagonia, and Arcteryx. Due to supply chain issues (Incorrect sizes) and bad customer service (Arcteryx in La Brea). I decided to try out Fjallraven. I'm glad I did. I ended up in their La Brea shop in Los Angeles. I met Jed at that shop while he was filling in from the San Diego store. The experience was a night and day difference from Arcteryx next door. I got to try on each jacket they had and got educated on the different fits and different materials. It was the experience I needed to decide on a good jacket. Unfortunately, La Brea didn't have much heavier coats in my size. So Jed mentioned that they do have the jacket down at his store in San Diego. So one weekend while I was down there, I was finally able to get my jacket (Expedition Jacket Lite Edition in black). If you are in San Diego, I would highly recommend checking the space out. Nice people and tons of stuff to do while trying out your new jacket.

Overpriced and customer service is hilariously clueless. They had five people standing around the…read moreday I went in and not one offered to help. Also, they do not put prices on any of their merchandise so you have to ask for help if you want to know how much something costs. Honestly, I don't know how they are still in business with a bunch of old, clueless people pretending they know the brand when they can't even help with pricing. Don't buy from this corporate store, as you can find this same label online for half the cost and you won't have to deal with people who don't want to help you.

Went in today & Erik was awesome helping me with shoes & then also an online order. Very…read moreprofessional, never pushy. 2nd time to this location. And by far the best.

I highly recommend Hadrian! He took so much time with me and found the right walking/hiking shoes…read morefor me! I have a wide foot and large feet (I'm tall) and also work on balance! Hadrian is knowledgeable and patient! I have gone to other shoe stores and believe me, they've tried, but Hadrian also had a positive attitude and calmness along with insight and intelligence--that helped me find the right shoes! I am grateful and thank you Hadrian!

Overall a great camp. The counselors are amazing. Nick C and Aiden where my kids favorite. The…read moregroups were small, 2 kids per consoler on average. Sasha, the owner was always responsive to any questions or feedback I had. My daughter got stung by a bee during camp and the Nick C, was so calm and handled the situation perfectly. I happened to be there so I was able to see and help. Nick carried her for me all the way to my car. However if I wasn't there I would be full confident she would have been taken care of. They also played some games with the kids and let them free play in the water and sand when when they wanted. But also encouraged them to surf. Both my kids were able to surf , by day two. I have a daughter and a son an both loved this camp. Ages 7 and 9. The only thing I would say is camp is actually over at 1:45 not 2, but that was so minor I didn't even mention it to Sasha. Its a long day at the beach and these instructors were amazing. We will for sure do this camp again next year. I highly recommend. Thank you SOL SURF!!

My 6 year old started surf camp again this year and was hesitant to get in the water, but Sasha and…read moreTristan and all the other counselors were patient and understanding and helped him overcome his fear. Now all he talks about is going back to Sol Surf Camp every day! It's great, when he's not surfing he's collecting shells and ocean creatures with the other kids. He wants to go all summer next year!

STEPH JUDGEMENT: Fun outing with experienced staff…read more We got to the store early and got fitted with life vests and helmets. They sell a good variety of clothing and accessories, and we decided to get some eyeglass leashes. After stowing our stuff in the free lockers, we met our group on the beach a short walk away. We were a group of 3 tandem kayaks, led by Ciro, a very experienced and knowledgeable guide. Kayaking along the coast and into some actual sea caves was exhilarating, as was wiping out on the way back in, which apparent is quite common. We did well on our way out, but one couple capsized both on the way out and in. I's not the end of the world if you do, as there are staff to help you on both ends. Afterwards Ciro provided a foot bath to rinse off our sandy feet, with was a nice touch. We had a great time; would definitely seek them out again should we want another outing.

Jen, Shan, and crew was absolutely amazing! Safety was a priority and helmets and life vests for…read moreall 14 our scout troop! Crew was knowledgeable and helpful. Ecology, geology, marine biology, history and economics were all topics during our jam packed 90 minute 4 mile paddle! Would absolutely recommend and will do it again! Thank you from troop 793!!!

First time at Rusty's Surf Shop in Del Mar and such a great experience…read more We were in the area for lunch and ice cream and decided to wander in because our girls have been really excited about boogie boarding... and to be honest, we know absolutely nothing about it. We also love supporting small businesses when we can, so this felt like the perfect stop. Right when we walked in, we noticed how clean, organized, and well-stocked the shop was. There's a ton to choose from, which could feel overwhelming, but the two women working behind the register immediately stepped in and made the whole experience easy and actually really fun. They took the time to understand what we were looking for -- something beginner-friendly that the girls could enjoy without it being too advanced. One of the boards the girls were drawn to was actually more high-performance, and instead of just selling it to us, they guided us to a better option. Honestly, they saved us money and probably saved us from a frustrating first experience. They walked us through how to properly size the boards, explained what to look for, and even set everything up at checkout -- attaching the leash and showing the girls how to use it. They also gave a few quick tips that made us feel way more confident heading to the beach. That kind of service is rare. We also picked up a rash guard for my husband (great quality, he loves it) and a cute little shell bracelet that was perfect for the beach vibe. Is it the absolute cheapest place you'll find a bodyboard? Probably not. But the quality, the guidance, and the customer service more than make up for it. You're not just buying a product here -- you're getting help from people who genuinely care that you have a great experience. We'll definitely be back next time we're in Del Mar.

I've purchased two cans of Blackseal cement from Rusty Del Mar. The first was already opened and…read moreabout half empty. I figured stuff happens and a couple ounces of wetsuit cement isn't a big deal. I purchased another can on 9/11/24. 4:55 P.M. Cashier:Kris Associate: Aaron. This can was also opened and about 3/4 empty. SurfRide in Solana Beach doesn't have this issue. The cans are always sealed and 100% full. Do better guys.