Image Credit: J-Bay Surf Village
Jeffreys Bay is one of the top surfing destinations in South Africa, as well as the world. It should come as no surprise then that this popular coastal village in the Eastern Cape offers an endless array of some of the best surf stores and factory shops in JBay. The majority of these stores are situated in the centre of the town and are generally within walking distance of one another.
Many of the factory stores stock current items being sold in regular retail stores throughout the country, at an incredibly reasonable and discounted price, making them well worth the visit while you are visiting Jeffreys Bay.
Here are some of the best surf stores and factory shops in JBay…
JBay Surf Village
This outdoor shopping mall has been around since the 80s and is a vibey hub of surf and skate shops as well as factory stores. It’s a short walk from Dolphin Beach, and is one of the top Jeffreys Bay attractions that offers something for the whole family – from cafes and restaurants to surf clothing stores and home decor shops.
Location: 4 Da Gama Road, Jeffreys Bay
Billabong Factory Shop
Great for: An enormous array of Billabong clothing and surfing gear, equipment and wetsuits.
Location: 2a Da Gama Road, Jeffreys Bay
Billabong Factory Shop Website
Rip Curl Factory Shop
Great for: Rip Curl wetsuits, bikinis & costumes, clothing, backpacks, watches & accessories.
Location: 37 Da Gama Road, Jeffreys Bay
Roxy Factory Shop
Great for: Stylish surfer-girl wear. Shop women and girls’ fashion by international brand Roxy, including clothing, swimwear, footwear, accessories and more.
Location: 10 St Croix Street, Jeffreys Bay
RVCA Factory Shop
Great for: RVCA branded surfwear, accessories and gear.
Location: 1 Da Gama Road, Jeffreys Bay
Quiksilver Factory Shop
Great for: Quicksilver surfwear, wetsuits, accessories, and surf gear.
Location: 10 St Croix Street, Jeffreys Bay
The Store
Great for: The best surf, beach and street lifestyle brands including RVCA, Vissla, Amuse Society, Stance socks and many more.
Location: JBay Surf Village, 4 Da Gama Road, Jeffreys Bay
Country Feeling Surf Shop
Great for: Some of the best surfboards in South Africa, and original JBay branded t-shirts.
Location: 3 Da Gama Road, Jeffreys Bay
Rebel Surfboards
Great for: Custom made surfboards and shapers. World-renowned for their air brusher.
Location: 8 St Croix Street, Jeffreys Bay
Core Surf Skate Shop
Great for: Some of the best wetsuit prices in Jeffreys Bay. Stockists of O’Neill and all other major wetsuit brands.
Location: 8 St Croix Street, Jeffreys Bay
Glen D’Arcy Surf Designs
Great for: Surfboards for all levels – from beginners to custom shaped boards for advanced surfers.
Location: 6 Loots Crescent, St Croix Street, Jeffreys Bay
Glen D’Arcy Surf Designs Website
Jeffreys Bay Surf School
Great for: Surfing lessons, surfboards, and surf equipment rentals
Location: 30 Diaz Road, Central, Jeffreys Bay
Jeffreys Bay Surf School Website
Des Sawyer Surfboards
Great for: Excellent surfboard shaping
Location: 1 Goede Hoop Street, Jeffreys Bay
Son Surf School
Great for: Surfing lessons, board and equipment hire
Location: Jbay Surf Village, 4 Da Gama Road, Jeffreys Bay
Wavecrest Surf School
Great for: Surf lessons, wetsuit and board rentals, great coffee
Location: Shop 6, Drommedaris Street, Jeffrey’s Bay