I want to be clear. I don't surf, or know surfing, but I do know customer service…read more A skill that has been lacking in the business world is empathy, compassion, and anything beyond making the almighty $. I came in this spot looking for a sticker to mark the occasion. (My wife and I came out to enjoy Ocean Beach on Labor Day weekend) They don't sell stickers, but the guy behind the counter pulled out a bunch, and told me to take one for free!!! They were welcoming, and cool AF!!! Highly recommend any business that prioritizes relationships over money because that is what it's all about!!!

I have always wanted to go to Mollusk surf store! I am visiting San Francisco and we were driving…read morethrough Sunset district and found this fantastic store. This store has custom surf boards and loads of surf clothing and sex wax for your boards. Very nice unusual products in a beautiful store makes my desire to try surfing even more. Right across the street is a grest bookstore and coffee shop and other fun, trendy galleries and places to visit in Sunset. I was very impressed and Dave helped me when I spoke to him at the counter. Fun!!!!

With Wise closed this is definitely your best bet…read more Good selection of leashes for larger ob surf, good selection of repair materials, good all around-- the best most functional sf selection of boards for beach conditions-- boards that actually work and do what a surfboard is supposed to do well. Comes complete with super friendly young employees and at least one significantly less helpful older mild assholey type guy who appeared to be in charge on my last visit, wouldn't want to get too friendly now gotta maintain your NorCal vibe.

The folks here were really nice and helpful ! I willl definitely coming back to shop..read more

I took a lesson with Joey at Ocean Beach a few weeks back after having not been on a surfboard in a…read morelong time. Joey was communicative, prompt, encouraging, flexible (met me at a different spot that worked better for me), technical, and answered all my questions - all while maintaining a laid back vibe. I felt much more confident being in the water (OB, no less) and on the board by the end of our lesson! Would highly recommend!

The first thing I did when I found out I was going to San Francisco for the first time was book a…read moresurf lesson, and I am really glad I did. Communication and planning with Joey beforehand was super easy, and he met me at the beach with a board and wet suit ready to go first thing in the morning the day of. We covered some on land basics and then headed into the water. He picked waves, helped push me into them, and i even managed to stand up a few times on the board!! We chatted a bunch about how to read the water, time the waves, how to maneuver yourself and the board if bigger waves are coming in while youre trying to go out. I was comically bad, but he was encouraging the whole time. And i feel prepared enough to pick out a board and try some non guided surfing at my local east coast beaches!​ All in all great experience for something I've wanted to do for a long time.

A fun project. At first, I felt dumb about it but I leaned into it and spoke my thoughts, what I…read morewould say if they really were listening. I felt lighter after.

It's a chilly beach on most days, with the sun peeking through on special occasions, but it's a…read moretypical San Francisco beach with lots of overcast for the majority of the time. This beach stretches out through the Sunset area, so there's a lot of spots you can walk through. I happen to have walked a bit around the Muni Transit area. Definitely windy, but there's many entrances you can walk to the sandy areas.

Where can I say? I am a member because it is a foundation that actually helps the environment. I'm…read moreall about the water and especially oceans and surfrider helps protect them.

There's no better way to start the day than a Surfrider beach clean-up! The Surfrider Foundation…read morehosts weekly clean-ups at both Ocean Beach and Baker Beach. All you have to do is show up alone or with a group and they provide you with gloves, buckets, sticks, and delicious coffee! I discovered Surfrider last year when I researched volunteer opportunities for my school. I've been to clean-ups at both beaches and I'm happy to help support such a great organization. After taking both Environmental Geology and Oceanography classes, I've learned so much about human impact on the oceans and our planet. Try taking small steps like composting, reusing bags, supporting sustainable companies (don't buy products with nurdles), and volunteering with enviornmental organizations like Surfrider. I challenge you to attend a clean-up or learn about what you can do to lessen your impact! Small changes add up :)

Stopped by Gus' Discount Tackle in San Francisco not knowing anything about fishing and had a great…read moreexperience. I actually bought my entire fishing setup here, and it was the perfect place to get started. The owner, Steph, was incredibly helpful and clearly knows her stuff. Instead of trying to upsell me on a bunch of gear, she walked me through a few solid options and let me decide what worked best. No pressure at all to buy anything, which was refreshing. I do recommend doing some research beforehand, as it would definitely help with what to buy upon arrival. I have been to other tackle shops where they try to sell you an entire assortment on gear the moment you walk in. Prices are very reasonable for fishing gear, tackle, and bait. It's also a good reminder that places like this are why you should skip the big box stores or online retailers when you can and support your local small businesses. You won't get that valuable knowledge or service from those places. The location is convenient and is easy to find parking and is also close to several fishing spots around the city, which makes it a great stop before heading out. I also had a nice chat with Steph and learned something interesting. She doesn't go fishing, it all started as a general store that happened to stock on fishing gear, tackle, and bait from the request of customers. A lot of their knowledge comes from their customers, which explains the walls full of photos from people showing off their catches. If you do want your picture on the wall though, you have to print it yourself and bring it in. If you don't know where to start, I would highly recommend talking to the owner Steph and she will point you in right direction for gear, techniques, and locations. Steph offered to write out everything, but I just opted to just go out to the water to cast my rod and see what happens. Really hope this shop continues to stick around and serve the local fishing community. Places like this are hard to replace in San Francisco.

This is basically the only real spot in the city to get your fishing gear. The selection is great…read morebut what really makes it stand out is the lady working there. She is super knowledgeable honest and fair in her craft. She takes her time with you and explains everything clearly which is a huge help especially if you're new to fishing. Her advice feels genuine and trustworthy which you don't always get at bigger stores. Whether you're just starting out or have been fishing for years she makes sure you leave with exactly what you need. On top of that the prices are really fair which makes it even better. If you want expert help without any sales pressure this is the place to go. I'll definitely be back whenever I need new gear or fishing tips. I highly recommend this place when you need something quick and you are on the go to that good fishing spot!

Never ever give them your phone number. They keep sending you unsolicited texts with promotions. I…read moreasked them three times to stop as I've found someone else already. Didn't help.

Absolutely a fantastic experience learning to surf with the Hokali team. Being a first timer, I was…read morepaired up with the Scotty who was prepared with a board and clean wetsuit - both perfectly sized for my height and weight. When we got to the beach, Scotty taught the Hawaiian value of Kuleana, ocean safety(rip currents), how to read waves and swells, and how to pop up. Once in the water, Scotty was very supportive, dedicated, and focused on helping me to pick up the art of surfing. It was an unforgettable and incredibly fun experience. I plan to take additional lessons from Scotty to take it to the next level. Scotty is a skilled surfer with a lot of passion and knowledge. Can't wait to take my next lesson !

They're open again!…read more New owner who actually used to work in the shop and then opened his own shop in Marin. Brand new rental bows are available. As much as I loved having less traffic at the archery field, I'm more excited for more people to have access to the sport. They're stocked with some bows and gear. Very happy I have a local spot to buy targets.

Eddie is amazing and you can tell he is passionate with what he does and of his shop. 15min lesson…read morewas free and was very straightforward. It's everything you need to know about your first time archery along with equipment rental and the rest is just using that knowledge to focus while enjoying the experience. I recommend that you have a car/transpo or carry bag to fit the bows as the range is 5mins away from the actual store. Anyways, Eddie doesn't read these comments because he's afraid to see something hurtful and so, I ask for everybody's kindness but also to Eddie, you are a truly a great teacher! One of my most memorable birthdays was spent in your shop and I'm so happy to have taken the leap of faith to drive from Pleasanton to your area.

I brought my son's bike in because the tires had gone flat, and I thought I needed to replace…read moresomething. When I got to the bike section, one of the employees quickly realized we were just using the wrong type of tire pump. He gladly inflated both tires for us, explained the difference, and was incredibly informative, patient, and kind. The store itself is in a beautiful location with plenty of parking and open space. My kids' school even rents the back area for events from time to time, so we've visited often over the years. Every visit has been a great experience, and this one was no exception. Great customer service goes a long way, and I really appreciated the help!

Stopped by to pick my swag up for the Presidio Marathon. I love the set up of the place and has an…read moreold school feel to it. The people are very friendly and love the card board signs. There's tons of great variety of brands especially preparing for race day. Typically there's an additional discount on last minute items needed for race day. The only down side is you have to pay for parking which I figured because it is the city, but other than that I love sports basement.