A-Frame Surf Shop — Local services in Toro Canyon

I do like to drop into surf shops when I happen to be in a beach town. When I was in Carpentaria near Santa Claus beach, I popped into the A-Frame Surf shop. They offer *surf boards, *SUPs, *boogey boards, leashes, wax, *wetsuit, swim gear, towels, clothes, hats, sunglasses, and beach gear. They *rent out gear. Also what sets them apart from typical surf shops is that they offer lessons (all ages) and summer camps for kids.

The shop is clean, modern, well stocked and organized. The staff were helpful. Plus I happen to see the kiddos summer camp surf lessons at Santa Claus beach. I was impressed with the organization and leadership to handle the gaggle of surfing kiddos and teach 'em a...

Called and asked if the water was calm, replied "yes, it's very calm today". Reality: huge waves. Paddle boards are very old, paddles are flimsy. Had to carry very far back in order to access the beach. Paid for 4 hours, came back after 1 and a half because there was a shark near the beach and everyone had to evacuate the water. No one gave a refund and pretended like the shark out there was a completely normal thing, made us look stupid.

Sorry to leave such a negative review, but this is exactly what happened and I wish you guys were more helpful. At least open the beach access in the back and walk people out across the tracks. It's a pain to have to walk half a mile...

Just talked to Blake at A-Frame. Awesome customer service with stoke. He answered all my questions about boards and related answers to my surf spot, gave me his insight into what he'd look for, and some ways to save money and get the right board. When I get my next check, this is the store I'm coming to for a Lib Tech Quiver Killer. The staff here clearly take their time to get to know what you're looking for, and give you excellent...