SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) – Situated on the sands of Anna Maria Island, West Coast Surf Shop is more than a retail stop—it’s a piece of Florida surf history still thriving more than six decades after it first opened its doors.
Founded in 1964, West Coast Surf Shop holds the distinction of being Florida’s oldest full-service surf shop. Family-owned and operated from the beginning, the shop has grown along with the sport itself, evolving from a small local hangout into a trusted destination for generations of beachgoers, surfers, and island visitors.
Inside, the shop lives up to its “something for everyone” promise. With apparel, footwear, accessories, gifts, and beach essentials for all ages…