Core Surf — Local services in Cape Canaveral

I went into Core Surf relaxed and polite, wanting to learn more about the Savage boards they stock. I even brought one of my own boards to explain what I’m looking for. The guy I spoke with (tall, skinny dude) had that smartass vibe from the start. When I asked how a used Channel Islands Neckbeard (he wanted to sell me) compared to Happy Everyday, his answer was that there are now as many surfboards as marijuana strains. Funny line, but not helpful, and honestly a weird comparison since people actually choose specific strains for real reasons.

Then came the rant about volume. He said it couldn’t be measured, which was funny because these days every core guy or old-school surfer seems to have something personal against the word "volume". It’s almost like volume broke their hearts, everyone’s got a speech about it but no one gives a straight answer. Before leaving, I asked about deposits on boards, and after acting like they only want customers who can drop a thousand bucks on the spot, he admitted they might take 50%. At least that’s something. Catalyst will be fine with $100 though.

And that’s the problem here. Shops like this complain that people don’t support local surf shops or local shapers, but when you show up ready to spend money, this is the treatment you get. Then they act surprised when sales go to the bigger brands. If you want people to support local, you’ve got to give them...

Core Surf is hands-down the best surf shop around! From the moment you walk in, Dennis, the owner, greets you like an old friend. He’s not only incredibly friendly but also a walking encyclopedia of surf knowledge. Whether you need advice, gear, or just a good chat about the waves, he's got you covered.

But the real magic? His repair rates are insanely reasonable—so much so that you almost want to ding your board just to have an excuse to come by. And once you're in, good luck leaving anytime soon! The shop is packed with an incredible selection of surfboards, accessories, and clothing, making it the kind of place you can’t help but linger in.

If you’re a surfer in the area, Core Surf isn’t just a shop—it’s a must-visit community hub. Five stars...

Dennis is 2 for 2 in finding me just the board I needed. For background, I've been surfing about 5 years now. I was having trouble walking to the nose on my longboard, Dennis found me a board that did the trick. About a year later I was trying to get into riding a short board. Everytime the ocean got choppy I always went back surfing my longboard. Dennis set me up with a shorter board that I pretty much surf 90 percent of the time now, even on rougher days. It's the perfect transition board for me. Core surf is a great place to find the perfect board that you need. And even if you're not dead set on buying a new board there's always awesome boards...