// Surf Shop
101 Surf Sports San Rafael
Google 4.9 · 137 reviews
Surf shop in San Rafael, CA
About 101 Surf Sports San Rafael
101 Surf Sports in San Rafael offers an impressive inventory of gear and rentals for various water sports, including SUPs, kayaks, and foiling equipment, right on the water. Customers consistently praise the staff for being exceptionally friendly, knowledgeable, and providing patient, personalized advice that goes beyond typical retail service. This shop is ideal for everyone from beginners needing easy rentals and lessons to experienced enthusiasts seeking specialized gear and expert technical support.
The Good
Customers overwhelmingly praise the staff for being extremely friendly, helpful, knowledgeable, patient, and accommodating across rentals, lessons, and sales. Specific staff members (Cort, Derek, David) are frequently highlighted for providing expert advice, especially in specialized areas like wing foiling, and for offering exceptional follow-through and customer care that goes above and beyond. The shop is noted for having an impressive, well-stocked inventory across various water sports (SUPs, foils, kayaks, windsurfing gear) and for offering great rental/demo programs. The location provides easy access to calm water, making it ideal for beginners and families.
Things to Consider
One review detailed a significantly negative interaction with the owner during a used SUP trial, describing him as a 'jerk,' 'full of ego,' aggressive, and unpleasant when the customer decided not to purchase. Another customer reported being disregarded and receiving unhelpful information when inquiring about expensive wing foiling gear, leading them to take their business elsewhere.
Features & Amenities
What makes this surf shop stand out.
- Equipment Rental
- Has Lesson Programs
- Friendly Staff
- Good Prices
- Has Stand Up Paddle Board
- Has Repair Services
- Has Rent To Buy
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