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October 2023 by Darrell A.
I attended their "Zero to Hero" camp in September. *FANTASTIC* instruction, equipment and facilities. Seriously top notch instruction. I'm hoping to return in the spring for personal lessons. Stayed at Watermen's as well, also top notch.
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October 2023 by Holly
Real SUP foil rental experience: this is a very fast 144L prototype carbon fiber board. *Need I say more?*Counter guys helpful, informative, and stoked me up!Foil screw installation hiccup: had to put the nut on the screw 1 thread then slide into box in 1 piece.Effortless paddling out.I got 2 knee rides (cuz anything takes more than once to get good) It's main use is downwind SUP foiling.Very cool I got a novel experience on vacation.
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October 2023 by Jonathan Schaeffer
The "Real" deal. Incredible resource for all things related to surfing. Boards, fins, etc. The board review videos are exceptionally thorough and detailed and give you a full scope of what boards have to offer. Randall at the shop is super knowledgeable, responsive and follows-up, and it is a pleasure to buy stuff from them. Pricing is great also. Couldn't recommend them any more...really a unique experience and one that will bring me back to buy more in the future. This coming from someone who lives in Southern California...you know they have to be good if I am buying my gear from a shop in North Carolina. Ten star rating if I could!!!!
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October 2023 by Monty Shook
This is the second surfboard I have purchased from Real Watersports. It shipped very quickly from N Carolina to California. It was well packaged and they used a reliable shipper. There was no damage to the shipping box or the surfboard within. They had a great sales price on the surfboard and with shipping it was still cheaper than buying it locally ! Thanks Real Watersports for a stellar experience!
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August 2023 by Bill Fridl
A year or so ago I phoned REAL Watersports with a technical question about a piece of equipment I was considering, and I got great service and no hard sell. About two weeks ago I saw an ad on Google for a different item--an Armstrong mast--at a great price, and the ad was by REAL, the same company I spoke with ages ago. So that made my purchase decision easy: top-quality equipment from a company that seems to be top-tier in service. Thanks guys!
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August 2023 by Aaron Seeman
We had surf lessons with two different REAL instructors (Liam & Adam) the week we were in the OBX. They were both amazing. We can't wait to get back next summer and hopefully see them again! Highly recommend booking some lessons with the folks at REAL!
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August 2023 by Chris M
Great prices and fast shipping. I like the no plastic solid packaging for the board. Came in the via FED EX early with no damage. Can't wait to get it on the water. This is my 2nd board from REAL and I will continue to purchase more.
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August 2023 by Matt Welch
Great shop staffed by genuine, thoughtful people. I haven’t bought a non-longboard board in decades and Randall spent almost an hour listening to my “surf history” and helping me understand what kind of modern board might work well for my skill level and target waves. I left paying a fair price for my new board and felt good that I got the right board for me.
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August 2023 by Clay Chambers
Surf camp was fantastic! My 9yo daughter was a little nervous about her first time ever on a surfboard, but Jeff and his team brought so much positive energy and professionalism that she felt the confidence to go for it. She got better every day and loved every minute of learning to surf. Highly recommended!
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July 2023 by John Holliday
Superior customer service has been my experience with REAL for years and years! Darren helped me with an out of stock item today. The last remaining item was slightly damaged, so Darren sent it to me at no cost! Customer service like that is a rarity these days.My family used to plan our annual trip to Hatteras to coincide with the Triple-S Invitational at REAL. Good times!! I feel fortunate to have been around when that was still a thing.All of their merch is top notch, as well as their friendly and helpful staff. These guys and gals are the BEST!!!
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June 2023 by Samantha Tillett
I’d give it more stars if I could 5 is not enough!!! ???????? Jeff and his team of surf camp counselors were a very energetic, supportive, positive and knowledgeable group! My 11 year old has done a surf camp every year and after 3 days with those guys he already wants to do the same camp a few more weeks this summer. Furthermore, he brought a friend who was a first time surfer and a bit nervous in the beginning. . Jeff and his team approached his hesitant/uneasy feelings about the unknown sport with no pressure, happy lightheartedness and by the end of the 3 days he was also catching waves!! Not to mention they actively took a water break, snacks were provided and they played games on the beach between surfing!!! Personally, I have 3 kids who all have different interests so I’ve seen a fair share of camps from a couple hours a day to week long hours away overnight camps & hands down this was phenomenal. It is RARE you get an experience like the one you get with Real Watersports surf crew. 10 outta 10! Yeeeewwwwww!
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June 2023 by Jason Carleton
Got a great deal on a wing. Had it shipped free of charge. They said it could take up to 10 days it was here in two. Wing came in awesome condition better than it was described. Defiantly a happy satisfied customer.
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June 2023 by Andrew Devansky
Amazing board selection! The staff, Brock in particular, are awesome! He made the process of buying a board sight unseen super easy and made sure it got to me safe and sound.
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June 2023 by Alissa Flota
Thank you for the most incredible day of surf lessons. The booking was seamless - they responded quickly and answered questions throughly. Their service went above and beyond. They pivoted the plan to a new location the morning of the lessons to have a safer and better experience. The instructors were professional, extremely capable, had very impressive skills individually and were all excellent teachers - plus they were fun!! It was an epic day! I highly recommend Real Watersports! Thank you for the fantastic experience and memories.
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June 2023 by Gary Foster
When I arrived I had tried wing foiling a few times and it was the most annoying and frustrating experience I've ever had learning a board sport. After a few days of consecutive lessons, things started to click and it changed from "most annoying" to "most fun"! The setup they have is built for success. They have excellent instructors and they put you on the exact gear you need for the conditions and your skill level. The jet ski setup allows you to get hundreds of reps without having to do the walk of shame and taking as many variables out of the equation so you can repeat what you are working on at that moment in your progression. I took what I learned and have been successful back home jibing and mostly holding my ground upwind. My trip to Real gave me the jump start I needed to feel comfortable to continue my progression.
