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LAGUNA SURF & SPORT Opened in 1982 , this is one of the original places in town to get surf and skim products . The company sells tees , tanks , hats , boardshorts and wetsuits for men , women and youth . You ’ ll also find some unique items at this shop , such as a beach umbrella and waterproof speaker that doubles as a bottle opener for very necessary relaxation after hitting the waves . Private group or one-on-one surf lessons are also available , giving beginners the chance to learn the basics and more advanced groms the opportunity to expand their skills .
QUIKSILVER Although Quiksilver also got its start in Australia — way back in the late 1960s — it ’ s now headquartered in Huntington Beach , aka Surf City . Designed exclusively for men and boys for the last decade , the brand ’ s local shop offers oardshorts , wetsuits , rashguards and other surf-related accessories as well as everyday apparel , sandals , backpacks and wallets , water bottles , beanies and more . Women need not
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worry , as items from sister company Roxy are sold here as well . Peruse items while videos of surfers play in the background .
RIP CURL LAGUNA BEACH The premium items sold at this store are built to last . But , on top of this , the Australian company , whose American headquarters are in San Clemente , aims to create designs that inspire as well . “ Laguna Beach is known for being an artistic and eclectic town ,” says P . J . Connell , vice president of marketing and e-commerce for Rip Curl . “ I think the surf shops pull that cultural authenticity into their store experience .” Surf accessories , clothing , swimwear and wetsuits are offered for men , women and kids , but Rip Curl also has waterproof watches and surfboard covers plus a Recycle Your Wetsuit program that allows surfers to bring any suit in for a $ 25 voucher .
THALIA SURF SHOP Authentic since the very beginning , this beloved local spot prides itself on style and
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originality , presenting rare or hard-to-find apparel items and surfboards for more than two decades . Thalia Surf Shop works with local shapers and artists to create uniquely designed items in addition to used and vintage boards and accessories like leashes , surfboard fins , traction pads , handplanes , wax and ding repair products . Throw in Vans shoes , music , movies , books , magazines and artwork and you ’ ve got a visually stunning store with much to offer .
TOES ON THE NOSE Located across from Main Beach , this flagship store showcases an inventory influenced by California culture . Choose from the brand ’ s Sea Silk and Sixty One collections or peruse items from other brands , such as Carve Designs , Reef , Billabong , Olukai , Rainbow Sandals and more . While this store focuses more on apparel than actual surf equipment , one unique aspect is the Element Guard collection , which features apparel that helps protect wearers from the sun with UPF-resistant material — an important consideration for any water sport enthusiast . /
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