Q - Where are there good surf spots in Corolla?
North beach (4 wheel drive) long stretches of non crowded beaches with changing sandbars gives the rider many breaks to choose from. Also the best spot to see Corollas famous wild horses.
Q- What kind of wetsuits do you need for what conditions?
- +80 Degrees Rashguard
- 70-79 Degrees Short John surf jacket, Spring suit, 50/50
- 65-70 Degrees Long sleeve spring, short sleeve full
- 55-64 Degrees 3/2 fullsuit
- 48-55 Degrees 4/3 fullsuit, booties, gloves
- 40-48 Degrees 5/4/3 hooded fullsuit, booties, gloves
- -39 Degrees 6/5/4 hooded fullsuit, booties, gloves
Q- Where can I skate in Corolla?
Island revolution has the only skatepark facility in Corolla. It is always supervised by a CPR certified attendant. Skatepark hours are the same as the shop hours(9-8 in the summer months).
Q-Where can I drive on the beach?
Corollas Northern drive on beaches are just minutes away from our surf shop, Visit us for tire pressure suggestions and the best place to see the horses. Four wheel drive vehicles are a must for this trip.
Q- What are surfings rights and wrongs?
- Pick the right spot for your ability.
- Don't drop in on other surfers.
- When paddling out stay out of the way of other surfers.
- Learn to take turns.
- Respect the line-up.
- Respect the locals.
- Always aid another surfer in trouble.
- Relax, have fun, and enjoy your surfing and that of your fellow surfer.
Q-Where can I check the wave forecast?
Here is a link that will give you access to Corollas wave action for the week.Wave forecast
Q-Where can I go in Corolla for nighttime fun?
Sundogs sports bar and Grill and Dr.unks aka Tomato Patch are two of Corolla locals favorite hangouts. Both have great food and nightly entertainment throughout the summer months.
Q-What are the differences in surfboards? And what should I buy?
The bigger the board the easier to catch waves and stand up! The thickness will determine how well the board will float. The more it floats the easier it is to paddle and catch waves. The wider and longer the more stable it will be when u stand up. These longboards are usually equipped with one large fin or skeg. The other end is the short board which is for more experienced surfers, its narrow and short design give the surfer responsiveness for quick turns. Short boards are usually equipped with a much shorter tri fin system. In between you will find the funshape its the best of both worlds and offers the maneuverability of a short board with the ease of a longboard. If you are a beginner thats only going to have one board this is the one.
Q-How do different Surfboard tails affect the Way they ride?
Each surfboard shape offers subtle control changes. For instance, a standard swallow tail's wider diameter two points and a deep "V" break up the water as it flows from the bottom of the board, lifting the tail slightly and thus allowing your board to release from turns quickly with less grab on the waters surface (perfect for small wave maneuvers). A narrow pin tail, on the other hand, channels the water into a tight, smooth, stream that effectively holds your board in its line, tighten its turns. and offers benefits in bigger, clean surf. In between you will find that a sqauretail or more commonly now the squashtail they are the happy medium between the two, these boards are used in small to head high waves.