Surf shop
Head to your local surf shop if you are looking to get the best gear
before you hit the waves. Of course, the simplest way to find one is
to walk along the beach. However, if you're looking to get a large amount
of equipment you should do some planning before making your visit.
To find a surf shop away from the beach open the phone book and write
down three or four names. Next, make a list of the things you will need.
You can talk to a salesman at an online retailer or a large sport shop
that may be located far from the beach to help you evaluate different
offerings.
The advantage of hitting the surf shop along the beach is that it is
not just a retailer. It also hosts the local surfers talking about the
latest news. In this way, it may be the best play to hang out here if
you want to learn about boards, clothes and gear.