Although the scorching hot summer has passed, this is the perfect time to get a bang for your buck when searching for quality surf gear. We wanted to help point our readers in the right direction of where they can get their hands on the best surf gear in California. Many of these stores are surf and skate shops, so if you’re a fan of both, then you’re in for a treat.

This quality mom-and-pop shop was voted the best surf shop in Sonoma County. Northern Lights has been providing high-quality surf gear and apparel since 1988. The store sells custom boards, surf gear, apparel, does repairs, and rents out equipment. Their prices are affordable and located at 17191 Bodega Hwy.

Not only does this shop have quality and affordable surf gear, but they also include renowned modern and retro skatewear. It’s a hip little shop in the heart of downtown Petaluma that offers a wide selection of well-known surf brands and new indie ones. The zen and relaxed atmosphere and friendly employees are perfect for taking your time to browse for a product you can cherish, located at 9 Fourth Street.

This store’s name is rather self-explanatory, especially with the unique metal dome-shaped exterior and vibrant surfboard sign that keeps customers coming back. This cool and modern surf and skate shop also offer quality skate gear to keep you on your feet and in style. It features a broad array of surf gear, a wall of skateboards, and eye-catching apparel.

This retro and nostalgic old-school skate and surf shop is every surfer and skater’s dream, especially if you appreciate the character and style of old-school shops. This shop is known for its helpful and knowledgeable staff, helping new surfers and skaters get on their feet with the right gear and apparel.

We wanted to save the best for last. The Bodega Bay Surf Shack is located in the heart of downtown and is one of the best places in the area to rent surfboards and related gear. They focus on surfing to give their customers the complete professional surf experience. Even better, this surf shack offers surf lessons for newcomers.