SURF CITY SURF FIELD GUIDE
Boards for every swell: hourly to weekly surfboard rentals on Surf City’s brown-sand breaks
Hourly, daily and weekly rentals—from beginner soft tops to premium epoxy shortboards, funboards and longboards—plus delivery and pickup options that let you spend time in the water, not the parking lot.
Boards for every swell: hourly to weekly surfboard rentals on Surf City’s brown-sand breaks.
On Surf City and Topsail Island the surf shop is less a retail front than a shortcut to the lineup: 50 South Surf Shop rents boards by the hour, day or week, with a fleet that ranges from soft, stable beginner boards to premium epoxy shortboards, mid‑lengths and classic longboards. Rentals are available seven days a week, and most weekly bookings include delivery and pickup so you can get on the water with minimal fuss.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Boards for every skill level
Choose an 8' soft top for a stable learning platform or step up to premium epoxy shapes—fish, mid‑length funboards and 9' longboards—at no extra charge for intermediate boards. The selection lets beginners and experienced surfers dial in the ride that suits their goals.
Flexible rental windows and delivery
Rent by the hour, half day, full day or full week; daily and weekly rentals include delivery options. Weekly rentals are commonly dropped off between 12 and 2 p.m. on your check‑in day and picked up before 11 a.m. on check‑out, and you do not have to be present for drop off or pick up.
Low entry cost, scalable to a surf trip
Short sessions start at $7.50 per hour; weekly rates scale up to suit a longer beach stay, with many weekly rentals eligible for free delivery—making it easy to outfit a trip without buying gear.
What the day feels like
What the rental experience feels like
The process is streamlined: pick a duration—from an hour to a full week—select a board that matches your ability, and arrange delivery or pickup. For longer stays, the shop typically drops off weekly gear during a midday window and retrieves it on checkout day, which keeps your focus on timing sets rather than hauling equipment.
THE GEAR
Boards for every skill level
Choose an 8' soft top for a stable learning platform or step up to premium epoxy shapes—fish, mid‑length funboards and 9' longboards—at no extra charge for intermediate boards. The selection lets beginners and experienced surfers dial in the ride that suits their goals.
THE LOGISTICS
Flexible rental windows and delivery
Rent by the hour, half day, full day or full week; daily and weekly rentals include delivery options. Weekly rentals are commonly dropped off between 12 and 2 p.m. on your check‑in day and picked up before 11 a.m. on check‑out, and you do not have to be present for drop off or pick up.
THE VALUE
Low entry cost, scalable to a surf trip
Short sessions start at $7.50 per hour; weekly rates scale up to suit a longer beach stay, with many weekly rentals eligible for free delivery—making it easy to outfit a trip without buying gear.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from these rentals, and when to check with the operator.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Rentals are available hourly, half day, full day and full week; the shop operates seven days per week and offers delivery for daily and free delivery for most weekly rentals.
Weekly rentals are typically dropped off between 12 and 2 p.m. on your check‑in day and picked up on check‑out day before 11 a.m.; you do not need to be present for drop off or pick up.
Bring your own sun protection, a towel and any wetsuit you prefer; if you need vehicle mounting gear, the shop provides tie‑down straps and soft‑top roof racks free of charge.
Rates start as low as $7.50 per hour and scale up to weekly pricing (example range provided: $7.50/hr–$75/week); verify current pricing when you reserve.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do you deliver?
Yes—free delivery is available for rentals a day or longer; check the delivery box at checkout to request delivery.
What rental durations are available?
Hourly, half‑day, full‑day and full‑week rentals are offered seven days a week.
What if my car doesn't have roof racks?
The shop provides tie‑down straps and soft‑top roof racks free of charge to help you transport a board to the water.
When are weekly rentals dropped off and picked up?
Weekly rentals are typically dropped off between 12 and 2 p.m. on your check‑in day and picked up on your check‑out day before 11 a.m.; you do not need to be present for drop off or pick up.
What types of boards can I rent?
Options include beginner 8' soft tops, premium epoxy boards in shortboard/fish, mid‑length funboards and a 9' classic longboard—covering learners through advanced surfers.