The ocean and sound draw thousands of people to Southern Shores and Duck, NC. And for most people, watersports and aquatic activities are top contenders on their agendas. Boards for surf, skim and standup paddleboarding are available at the surf companies and sporting goods shops in Duck, NC. And for shoppers who aren’t quite ready to commit to a purchase, many stores offer gear rentals by the day and week. And for premium convenience, rent watersports gear from local beach equipment rental businesses that will deliver and collect again from your beach cottage.
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Watersports in Duck, NC
1171 Duck Road, Scarborough Lane Shopping Center, Duck
801 Ocean Trail, Monteray Plaza, Corolla
2000 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 10, Kill Devil Hills
Celebrating more than 40 years as an Outer Banks shopping mecca, Birthday Suits is a favorite for swimwear – in fact, it’s been voted Best on the Beach for swimsuits for more than 10 years in local polls. Women's swimsuits are the specialty here – the latest styles for all ages, mix-and-match separates, bra-sized swimwear and mastectomy suits – but they also sell suits for kids and men. For kids there’s everything from swim diapers and toddler suits to board shorts and competition swimwear in sizes infant to preteen. Men will find surf trunks, board shorts and briefs from sizes 28 to 4X large. Don’t forget the sun-protective rash guards for kids and adults. Birthday Suits is a clothing store, too, with designer and California surf brands, sportswear, shoes and beach-inspired accessories like sunglasses, flip flops, hats, jewelry and purses. Love the OBX logo? You’ll find original OBX brand accessories and clothing here. The flagship store is on the Bypass in Kill Devil Hills.
Celebrating more than 40 years as an Outer Banks shopping mecca, Birthday Suits is a favorite for swimwear – in fact, it’s been voted Best on the Beach for swimsuits for more than 10 years in local polls. Women's swimsuits are the specialty here – the latest styles for all ages, mix-and-match separates, bra-sized swimwear and mastectomy suits – but they also sell suits for...read more
Celebrating more than 40 years as an Outer Banks shopping mecca, Birthday Suits is a...read more
Watersports in Duck, NC
1171 Duck Road, Scarborough Lane Shopping Center, Duck
801 Ocean Trail, Monteray Plaza, Corolla
2000 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 10, Kill Devil Hills
Celebrating more than 40 years as an Outer Banks shopping mecca, Birthday Suits is a favorite for swimwear – in fact, it’s been voted Best on the Beach for swimsuits for more than 10 years in local polls. Women's swimsuits are the specialty here – the latest styles for all ages, mix-and-match separates, bra-sized swimwear and mastectomy suits – but they also sell suits for kids and men. For kids there’s everything from swim diapers and toddler suits to board shorts and competition swimwear in sizes infant to preteen. Men will find surf trunks, board shorts and briefs from sizes 28 to 4X large. Don’t forget the sun-protective rash guards for kids and adults. Birthday Suits is a clothing store, too, with designer and California surf brands, sportswear, shoes and beach-inspired accessories like sunglasses, flip flops, hats, jewelry and purses. Love the OBX logo? You’ll find original OBX brand accessories and clothing here. The flagship store is on the Bypass in Kill Devil Hills.
Celebrating more than 40 years as an Outer Banks shopping mecca, Birthday Suits is a favorite for swimwear – in fact, it’s been voted Best on the Beach for swimsuits for more than 10 years in local polls. Women's swimsuits are the specialty here – the latest styles for all ages, mix-and-match separates, bra-sized swimwear and mastectomy suits – but they also sell suits for...read more
Celebrating more than 40 years as an Outer Banks shopping mecca, Birthday Suits is a...read more
Watersports in Duck, NC
A surf shop staple in Duck for almost two decades, DVO also has a location in Salvo on Hatteras Island. A trusted local outfitter, DVO rents bikes, kayaks, surfboards and paddleboards and offers kayak tours, surf lessons and standup paddleboard (SUP) lessons for all ages. With fresh stock daily, this surf shop has been part of the Outer Banks community for a long time, offering great deals...read more
Watersports in Duck, NC
Kitty Hawk Kites has been teaching the world to fly since 1974. With 10 retail locations from Corolla to Ocracoke, Kitty Hawk Kites boasts an impressive selection of kites, flags and spinners, toys, apparel, gifts and games on the Outer Banks. Kitty Hawk Kites specializes in kites, from the single-lines for kids to high-tech stunt varieties. The stores also sell fun outdoor goodies such as...read more
Watersports in Duck, NC
At the Kitty Hawk Kites Watersports Center on the sound in Duck, you can rent Jet Skis, book a parasailing tour, rent a pontoon boat, book a kayak tour or rent kayaks or standup paddleboards to glide around on your own. You can also sign up for any of the more than 25 adventures Kitty Hawk Kites has to offer, like hang gliding lessons, surfing lessons...read more
Watersports in Duck, NC
There are so many entertaining Outer Banks activities that you couldn't possibly bring all the equipment you'll need on a vacation to cover it all. Luckily, you can rent just about anything you'll need once you're here. If you want to rent kayaks to do some exploring of the sound waters or to ride the waves, Ocean Atlantic Rentals will bring them to you. And though...read more
Watersports in Duck, NC
Everybody can find a swimsuit at this store. Surfside Casuals is one of the area’s most well-known names in swimwear, beach apparel and sportswear. The women's swimsuit section offers hundreds of suits, including separates, for every shape and age. You’ll also find casual apparel, beach cover-ups and sarongs, tons of t-shirts, sandals, jewelry, shoes and sunglasses.
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Watersports in Duck, NC
The Waterfront Shops in Duck has been a destination for shopping, sightseeing, dining and relaxing for 25 years. Nestled on the Currituck Sound and connected to the Town of Duck's soundside boardwalk, The Waterfront Shops in Duck is a unique waterfront shopping village with more than 27 boutiques, eateries and more. Start your day with a cup of coffee at Duck's Cottage and explore the...read more
