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May 2025 by Philip Liou
Outstanding customer service and a peaceful experience
Bob, Annie, and Scotty were all fantastic—friendly, patient, and incredibly helpful. They took the time to walk me through conditions, timing, and family-friendly options (we had both seniors and young kids), and even followed up with calls to make sure we were set. Due to wind, we ended up kayaking at Salmon Creek instead of Bodega Bay Harbor, but it was calm, beautiful, and a great choice. I definitely plan to come back to explore the harbor next time. Highly recommend for the thoughtful service and overall experience.
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September 2024 by Hans Christensen
Really enjoyed a pair of tandem kayaks with the family. Seals and sea lions, sea birds and fish! Looking forward to doing it again soon.
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July 2024 by Miguel
First thing's first: the prices here are amazing!! I've looked at other places in the area and the prices are ridiculous!! Secondly, the customer service here is amazing. I talked to Bob and he was so detailed with the planning. Highly recommend.
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June 2024 by Caroline “Cea” Higgins
This business is OPEN-Google has it wrong
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October 2023 by Kathy E.
Went kayaking through the SURF SHACK. The weather was perfect and the bay was like glass. The owner BOB took us out. First gave us a 15 min. talk on everything to make sure we had the best time. Which we did. ( some in our group had never kayaked. BOB did a great job of educating us but was very personable. Had the best time and would totally recommend kayaking thru the SERF SHACK IN BODEGA. KE
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July 2023 by Angi Morgan
Can’t say enough good stuff about Bob and his staff. When we lost the call…he texted and worked with us. Told us conditions and stayed in touch when we were delayed. Great instructions for this novice and not boring for the experienced. Even took a picture of us on the water! THANKS! —-great products in the shop, too.
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December 2022 by Linda D.
Great shopping experience at the Shack. Many unique gifts for my surfing and kayaking friends. Friendly and helpful sales folks. I recommend this store for holiday gift giving.
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November 2022 by Shona W.
I love shopping for clothes and gifts for my husband. There are always a wide variety to choose from. Good quality clothing and accessories. The staff is always fun to chat with. Check it out for holiday gifts.
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November 2022 by Larry J.
Bodega Bay Surf Shack is an awesome shop. You'll find lots of surf shops out there run or staffed by people with little to no surfing experience and that can be difficult to deal with when you're looking for advice on finding the right gear for yourself. But not the Surf Shack. Bob (the owner) is a long time local surfer in Bodega Bay and a great source of info for gear and local knowledge and his other employees I dealt with were very knowledgeable surfers as well and very helpful. They even taught me some things about the equipment I was looking for that I didn't know, introduced me to some new and better brands and I'm very happy with the board and suit I ended up buying there. This shop won't steer you in the wrong direction just to make a sale. Bob knows every inch of this coast and can send you in the right direction no matter if you're looking to surf, rent surf equipment or a kayak, or if you're just looking to buy some new gear, clothing or a board or wetsuit. They stocks some of the best high end surfboard brands in the industry and even some great affordable boards made by local shapers, and their wetsuit selection in huge! No other surf shop in this area comes close ( I looked) and it's the only shop on the coast and the last shop heading north until you get to Mendocino. And it's not just surf gear at The Surf Shack, they have lots of clothing, shoes, hats and souvenirs as well. It's a great surf shop and I highly recommend you shop here if you're in the area. And thanks again Bob and your team for all the help you gave me getting my surfing gear dialed in. Cheers
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September 2022 by Christina H.
I tried boogie boarding for the first time this weekend, so I needed a wetsuit for the day. The employee who helped me with the rental was kind and extremely helpful. As I am approaching 60, I was worried that he might find the idea of my adventure entertaining. Not the case at all. He seemed happy to help me get outfitted and answered all my questions with positivity. When I brought the gear back today, Bob was super kind and enthusiastic. When he heard how much I enjoyed my experience in the water, he offered to let me purchase the wetsuit I had worn and what seemed to be a great price. The clerk inside was also super helpful and patient in finding me booties and a leash for my board. Great team and group of folks! I will be back as I need more gear for sure!
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July 2022 by Madison C.
They rented me a wetsuit that was way too thin and did nothing in the water and didn't warn me at all and also rented flippers that did not fit at all and when I returned the wetsuit after less than 8 hours they only offered to give me back 3 of the $30 it cost to rent it I could have been cold for free! Will not be going here ever again super disappointed! Wish I could give zero stars!
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June 2022 by Rick G.
Great little place to rent a kayak or other water sport equipment. The front desk help was very good at checking us in and the individual that delivered the kayaks to the predetermined location was very knowledgeable of the area. Thanks again it was a great day on the water.
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September 2021 by Chelsea D.
So this is the same spot to rent from as Bodega Bay Kayak - but leaving the review here! Oh my, we had such an amazing time. We got very lucky - sunshine, no wind, an incredible day. Bodega Bay Surf Shack (Bodega Bay Kayak) helped us have the best day possible! We checked in at the shack then met Bob at the bay where he had our kayak and dry bags ready. We saw seals, leopard sharks, sting rays and herons. Such amazing wildlife. I realize we were very lucky with weather, but Bob made our day happen! Easy rental process and such a lovely day.
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August 2021 by Ashley K.
Loved the whole experience. My boyfriend and I were visiting Bodega Bay for a couple of day and on Monday 8/23 we decided to go kayaking in the bay. Stopped by this kayak rental place and got there right as they were opening. The woman working there saw us and immediately greeted us and offered her help as she was opening up. We waited a few mins for her to get set up and then came in to the shop to sign up for our rentals. The process was quick and easy the directions she gave for us to go meet the other man with the kayaks were easy to understand. Once we got to the bay to meet the man with the kayaks he gave us our instructions and answered any questions we had. He was awesome as well and their service made the experience all that much better.
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August 2021 by Mackenzie M.
We rented kayaks from the Surf Shack, we misunderstood our reservation time and arrived too early. Annie however was very understanding and accommodating, and genuinely wanted us to have a good kayaking experience. We look forward to going back to the Shack the next time we are in Bodega Bay.
