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    Hawaiian Island Creations

    4.0 • 57 reviews
    Kailua, HI

    Born on the shores of Kailua in 1971, Hawaiian Island Creations has spent more than five decades equipping surfers and beach lovers with gear that embodies the ocean and the aloha spirit. Still locally owned, HIC handpicks boards,...

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    6'8 Boss Up I-Bolic Surfboard Rental

    Ride a versatile midlength for speed, carves, and control across varied waves

    From$33

    Review summary

    4.0
    Very Good
    57 reviews•Google Maps

    This surf and beachwear shop offers an impressive selection of hard-to-find brands like Billabong, Volcom, and Quiksilver, along with a solid inventory of surfboards, body boards, wetsuits, and swimwear. The store is spacious, well-organized, and stocked with everything from gear to clothing. Several visitors specifically praise the helpful staff and efficient service, particularly mentioning positive experiences with ordering items and getting assistance on the floor. However, customer service appears inconsistent across visits. Multiple reviews describe staff members gathered at registers chatting rather than helping customers, difficulty getting assistance with sizing or finding items, and a general lack of friendliness or acknowledgment when entering the store. Some mention specific poor interactions with managers and sales associates who seemed disengaged or even unwelcoming. These service issues seem more prevalent than typical one-off bad days, suggesting it's worth going in with modest expectations for personalized attention. If you're comfortable browsing independently and know what you're looking for, the selection makes it worth a visit. Just be prepared to potentially track down help if you need it.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Great big store! T shirts, surf gear canoe gear swim wear.. wow. Friendly staff and great prices, have their own brand. HIC 🤙🤙

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    CK STONER

    March 26, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Great big store! T shirts, surf gear canoe gear swim wear.. wow. Friendly staff and great prices, have their own brand. HIC 🤙🤙

    Photo of CK STONER

    CK STONER

    March 26, 2026