Great service and selection.ocal feeling while providing top notch stuff I've been doing here for…read moreyear just downloaded Yelp and this is my first review.

Surf Ride has definitely been a staple for my family for years. We love coming in to check out new…read moreboards, wetsuits, clothes, etc. While prices may be high on clothing items, they tend to have decent deals on boards, wetsuits, and surfing gear in general. They have a lot of variety which makes it such a great surf shop to check out. It's really easy to find parking on the side of the building in their lot and/or street parking. Their customer service is great as well as they always greet us, ask us if we need any help, and also help when we do have questions. Everyone is really kind and helpful honestly. Makes shopping here such a good experience.

My daughter and I decided to try surfing for the first time, and we had an amazing experience with…read moreSoCal Surf Lessons! We had zero ocean experience, but our instructors, Rusty and Justin, were fantastic. They made us feel comfortable right away and did a great job teaching beginners. We were a little worried about getting cold, but Rusty set us up with extra thick wetsuits, which made a huge difference. After a quick practice on the beach, we headed straight into the water! It was an exhilarating experience! I even managed to get up a few times. We had an absolute blast and would definitely recommend this to anyone wanting to try surfing!

Our family reunion was held in Carlsbad, where we booked SoCal Surf lessons for our group of 18…read more After about 30 minutes of beach instructions from Rusty, the big group broke up into a series of smaller ones, then paddled out with their own instructor. Lots of waves were caught, lots of wipeouts experienced, and a great time was had by all. , Rusty was easy to work with, timely with communication, and his instructors knowledgable and patient. This was a great introduction to the sport for our family members. Thanks, Rusty!

It was a great experience, I was a first timer and we got out there and shredded some waves and had…read morea great time, definitely will be coming back in the future!

Wow! I can't say enough kind things about my whole experience. Cory and his team were absolutely…read moreamazing. Ray led the lesson and made everyone feel included. He even took his time to remember everyone's name, which says a lot. He was very encouraging and helpful. My group ended up connecting after to hangout the rest of the day in Oceanside and we all even ended up buying surf boards back at the shop (also highly recommend). Give Cory your money and go surf! Trust me!

There's a reason Offshore Surf Shop has been around since the 70s and continues to exist. This…read moreplace has the nicest most knowledgeable surf shop employees ever. Not the typical "cool guy" attitudes common in larger surf shops. Josh and Scott own the place and both have a lifetime of surfing experience at locations around the world. The other employees are super nice and knowledgeable as well. Whether you're an experienced surfer looking for gear or a visitor on vacation, these guys will make you feel at home.

Good locals place to get stuff you need. The store has a wide selection, affordable prices and good…read moreservice. Staff was very helpful and accommodating.

Great location. It's usually my go-to when I need a quick outfit for an event or occasion since Sun…read moreDiego carries all the brands I love. I went in to find a dress for Easter on Saturday. I was stressed and had little time to find something to wear since I had a busy day ahead and this was my last chance to find something. Charlie and Shane were so kind to help me find a dress while hyping me up and giving exceptional customer service. Great customer service at retail stores is hard to come by nowadays and this Sun Diego location never disappoints!

Has some of the best stock out of Sun Diego locations. I love to stop in to get…read moreclothes/shoes/accessories etc and to look at new collections while my husband absolutely loves their boards and surfing accessories. Interacting with staff has been hit or miss through the years, but during my last visit everyone was on it and really helpful/welcoming. They offer great deals all the time too!

A beach is a beach is a beach, right? Not really! All along the Southern California coast, the…read morebeaches vary geographically. Some are more sandy and some are more rocky. I was looking for one that was relatively clean, with not a lot of people, and lots of sand with few rocks. Tamarack State Beach is that place! Tamarack is the kind of beach that would make a nice spot for a picnic or a place to watch the sun set. I did neither of those things -- just stayed for a while to let my children get into the ocean and bury themselves in the sand. But they loved this beach so much that we visited twice during our visit to Carlsbad. There was a lifeguard on duty, set up closer to the parking lot where the majority of the people were. If you walk a little ways away, though, there is no lifeguard and the people are fewer. The parking can be a little limited, and you have to pay to park. There is also some street parking, but that's even more limited. Your best best is to hit the parking lot first and maybe circle a couple of times.

During my one-month escape from the Massachusetts cold, I spent many days at Tamarack State…read moreBeach--also known as Carlsbad State Beach or Frazee Beach. Located between Tamarack Avenue and Carlsbad Village Drive, it's a beautiful stretch of coastline. You'll find a little bit of everything here--families, students, retirees, surfers, and plenty of people just enjoying the ocean. On any given day, I saw swimmers, surfers, kayakers, windsurfers, people fishing or beachcombing with metal detectors. The cement promenade running between Carlsbad Village and Tamarack is especially popular, filled with walkers and joggers. It extends for miles, making it perfect for a longer stroll along the coast. Wildlife added to the experience as well--dolphins offshore, along with pelicans, gulls, and other aquatic life. And beyond the traditional surfers, I even spotted the occasional electric hydrofoil (eFoil), with riders gliding above the water in a way that almost seems to defy gravity. Tamarack offers stunning daytime scenery and some truly memorable sunsets. There are some basic rest rooms facilities available. Tip: If you're heading there on a warm day, plan to arrive early--parking fills up quickly!

What a gorgeous little beach. But beach may be a stretch as its very rocky, and even at low tide…read morethe water comes pretty much to the edge. Stairs leading down to the beach. The beach itself is lined with private property. If you brave the water you can walk north and hit Buccaneer beach, which has sand if that's the kind of beach you want. But I'm not into sand and preffered sitting on the seat benches on the stairs and staring out into the water. Great place to catch the sunset. The first time I went I was able to see a few dolphins, or were they sharks? I'm hoping dolphins. You could see the pier from this spot. Pros: - Plenty of street parking (though be aware of when they do street cleaning) - Few benches along the stairs, and at the top near the street - Great views - Dog on leash friendly, especially if you dog loves the water. Saw plenty of people walking their down up and down Cons: - Not the kind of beach you would lay out on a towel on - Low tide left you only a few feet width of wet sad you could walk along - Bigger rocks piled had multiple signs saying how unstable they were and be careful, though I saw plenty of kids/adults risking it and climbing all over them to get a great spot Would I come again? Yes

I've been coming to this beach for 30 years..it's a great little spot..but very recently (like last…read morecouple weeks) someone somewhere somehow ? It's covered with little rocks..why? It makes it difficult for grannies like me to get our feet wet.. I don't like it..anyone got the scoop?

I've been coming to Witt's since I was a kid times have changed but the love and memories are still…read morethere. The store is clean nice selection of Rainbow sandals decent wax selection tons of clearance stuff for the budget minded the staff is cool prices are honestly pretty low compared to other "surf shops" in the area my family will continue to come to Witt's as long as the doors are open. Thank you guys for staying true Split from Bird Rock

Happy to say they were one of the only skate shops still open in Carlsbad village on thanksgiving…read moreday, so I was able to actually replace my skateboard's bearings that were over due to be swapped out! I support businesses that provide their customers with adequate store hours so they can buy products at their convenience. The employee who helped me was helpful letting me use tools to take off the old bearings and then they easily put the new ones in for me! I've been a long time supporter of this board shop and I was happy after today's transaction, so I'll surely be back next time I need more hardware or for a new merch shirt to show support!

Great spot with a sick selection and friendly staff. Stop by for all your surf and clothing needsread more

One of my favorite surf shops I've been too and been living in SoCal for a long time and been into…read moreso many surf shops. The clothes are so awesome and there's always a great selection of vans / different surf brands. On the other hand the service is always great too. Marcus helped us out and was super friendly and welcoming

We had a horrible experience. Our money was deposited in August for an order we needed by…read moreSeptember 23rd. We received mulitiple excuses as to why we didn't have our order. It took me and two others to track Shawn, the owner down. After constantly asking, we got our order at 9:30pm on the 25th, by meeting the guy in a local park in his white van. Turns out, the count was off and the shirts were done incorrectly. In addition to this, the shirts were different brands and qualities. It was such a nightmare. In fact, it was not until Thursday, October 9th that I had to drive to his house to pick up the remainder of the order. DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY.

I've always seen many of their comical posts on Instagram, so I decided to head down to Real Surf…read moreShop in Oceanside to what it's all about. Located off the main road 101, Real Surf is an Oceanside shop that caters to all of your surfing needs. It's where you can rent your board, wetsuit, wax; the works and hit the water (which is just a couple of blocks down the road). I don't surf, but I could see that their board inventory was extensive and their customer service was knowledgeable and superfriendly. But the apple of my eye was definitely their clothing line!! Real Surf Shop has the BEST locally-themed clothing inventory in the city. I'm not talking about generic, tourist-styled designs with "Oceanside" on them. I'm talking about some very witty, comical logos and designs that are indicative & representative of life in Oceanside. If you're an Osider or city local, you NEED to get one of their shirts, tanks, hoodies or hats. Some Logos Include: "Keep Oside Real" "Localization Not Gentrification" and "Oside Takes Care of its Own" All of these should resonate with an Osider. Even more importantly, the staff is down-to-earth and truly care about their community. They give back to and are representative to the spirit of the Oceanside Community Unity. So, whether it's for your surfing needs or just to get a unique shirt that shows you love Oceanside, The Real Surf Shop is where it's at!