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Mollusk Surf Shop
Google 4.5 · 17 reviews
Surf shop in Santa Barbara, CA
About Mollusk Surf Shop
Mollusk Surf Shop in Santa Barbara's Funk Zone offers a curated selection of artisan surfboards, aesthetic apparel, and essential gear. Customers frequently praise the staff for providing patient, expert guidance and fostering a welcoming, artsy atmosphere. This destination is ideal for both new surfers needing personalized board fitting and enthusiasts seeking unique, quality coastal lifestyle items.
The Good
Customers consistently praise the outstanding and friendly customer service, highlighting staff members like Bo, Dillon, and Clay for being knowledgeable, patient, and helpful, especially in guiding beginners or sizing equipment perfectly. The shop atmosphere is frequently noted as 'chill,' 'artsy,' and inviting, with tasteful decor, good music (vinyl), and an excellent selection of aesthetic clothing, gear, and artisan surfboards.
Things to Consider
Significant negative feedback centers on poor return policy enforcement and low-quality apparel. One customer reported being explicitly told they could return items to their card but only received a non-usable gift card, with management refusing to rectify the situation. Other complaints include limited sizing availability for board shorts and the high price point not matching the quality of clothing, with a $45 t-shirt quickly deteriorating (folded collar) and board shorts shrinking after washing.
Features & Amenities
What makes this surf shop stand out.
- Equipment Rental
- Friendly Staff
- Has Longboard
- Has Apparel
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