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// 9 Surf shops listed
Boards, wetsuits, wax and ding repair — with ratings, phone numbers and directions for each.
Seasonal averages for Hawaii — not a live surf report for this beach. Hawaii surf seasons in full
// The Local Scene
Most common features across the 9 shops in Waialua
// The Lineup
Ranked by rating confidence — review volume counts, not just the score.
67-106 Kealohanui St
Longboards · Good prices · Friendly staff
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Customers overwhelmingly praise Amaury for his exceptional craftsmanship, knowledge, and professionalism in surfboard repair and restoration…
67-106 Kealohanui St
Board repairs · Rentals · Friendly staff
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Customers overwhelmingly praise Eric Arakawa as a master craftsman who is genuinely passionate, kind, and dedicated to customer satisfaction. The…
67-106 Kealohanui St Building P-2
Longboards · Good prices · Friendly staff
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Customers overwhelmingly praise the staff (Carl, Steve, Taylor, Damo mentioned specifically) for being extremely friendly, knowledgeable, helpful…
From 9 reviews
97-106 Kealohanui St
Board repairs · Longboards · Friendly staff
From 3 reviews
67-106 Kealohanui St Building P-2
Longboards
67-106 Kealohanui St Unit K1
Good prices · Apparel · Friendly staff
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Customers overwhelmingly praise the exceptional, legendary customer service, noting staff are friendly, welcoming, knowledgeable, and treat every…
From 8 reviews
Goodale Ave
Longboards · Apparel · Friendly staff
67-106 Kealohanui St
Good prices · Apparel · Friendly staff
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Customers highly praise the unique, historical atmosphere of the shop, often describing it as a 'gathering place' for the surfing community. Specific…
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SurfSpotGuide lists 9 surf shops in Waialua. Waialua is on Oahu's north shore. Shop staff can tell you what the ocean is doing today, but a rental board isn't a lesson: if you're new to surfing, book a school rather than paddling out alone.
Winter (November to April) is the dangerous season here. Hawaii Ocean Safety describes north shores in winter as having consistent, huge and dangerous swells, and says novice surfers and swimmers of any skill level should stay out of the water there during high surf. Summer (May to October) is typically flat to small, though spots exposed to the trade winds can see larger swells. Conditions still change day to day. Check the National Weather Service Honolulu surf forecast (weather.gov/hfo), and ask the lifeguard on duty or your school before going in.
What each shop rents or sells varies, so check the listings above or call ahead. If you're renting, ask the shop where it's safe to surf that day for your ability, and what's on the bottom there.
Winter (November to April) is the dangerous season here. Hawaii Ocean Safety describes north shores in winter as having consistent, huge and dangerous swells, and says novice surfers and swimmers of any skill level should stay out of the water there during high surf. Summer (May to October) is typically flat to small, though spots exposed to the trade winds can see larger swells. Conditions still change day to day.
It's safer not to. Hawaii Ocean Safety advises swimming near a lifeguard, checking with them about conditions before going in, and watching for sharp rocks and coral on the ocean floor. If you're new, take a lesson: the instructor picks a spot that suits the day and your ability.
The National Weather Service Honolulu office (weather.gov/hfo) publishes the surf forecast and high-surf warnings for every island, and Hawaii Ocean Safety keeps the official list of lifeguarded beaches. For the beach in front of you, ask the lifeguard on duty.
