Staff Picks

PROGRESSION SURF SHOP HATS BACK IN STOCK!!

If you’ve been waiting patiently for our sell-out Progression Surf Shop hats, we’re happy to let you know they are now back in stock. The red/white/blu and the navy/white color ways are available to purchase in store!

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Take a glance at our latest arrivals....perfect for your summer quiver!

7'10 Velzy Surfboard
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5'4 Channel Islands Fishcuit
6'1 Macbeth shortboard
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Summer is right around the corner and we all know what that means - south swell and fun small wave days! Now is the perfect time to search out your new summer board. We’re currently full to the brim with an amazing selection of fuller, fun shapes to make sure you’re not leaving a wave unridden this summer.

Check out our Funboard, Longboard and Fish/Hybrid pages for our latest inventory, or swing by the shop and take a look at what’s on offer. We have new boards arriving daily, but these are certainly the fastest moving racks in the store so come and take a look whilst we have our very best selection available.

NEW SOLANA SURFBOARD ARRIVALS

We’ve just received a huge batch of amazing Solana Surfboards in store just in time for this seasons approaching South Swells. With sights now firmly set on summer, it’s time to revamp the quiver to ensure you make the most out of our funnest swell season. Our selection of Solana surfboards range from 5’6 - 7’6 and feature several popular models including the plow, retro single fin and magic carpet.

Check out the Solana Surfboard page here on our website for current stock and prices.

http://www.progressionsurf.com/solanasurfboards

5’6 Solana Surfboards - Magic Carpet.

5’6 Solana Surfboards - Magic Carpet.

5’10 Solana Surfboards - Smurf

5’10 Solana Surfboards - Smurf

5’10 Solana Surfboards - Retro Fish

5’10 Solana Surfboards - Retro Fish

What's HOT & NEW in store this week

Whilst we’re enduring some true winter weather here in Encinitas and the surf may not be looking all that great this weekend, we always have an incredible selection of surfboards to brighten up any day. Here’s some our new and notable arrivals this week.

We know that searching for the perfect board can be time a consuming and frustrating process. Here at our shop have an ever revolving rack of preloved boards and timing can be everything when it comes to getting lucky with the perfect board at a great price. If you’re not following us on social media yet, be sure to jump on instagram and like our page @progressionsurf . Our team works vigorously to bring you all the latest board arrivals as they come in on our stories.

This Gary McNeill ‘Rasta Mungbean’ quad is a fun quiver addition. It’s in good condition with the regular signs of wear and tear. A couple minor repairs and a bit of paint chip by the nose. A great board if you’re starting out, or looking for a litt…

This Gary McNeill ‘Rasta Mungbean’ quad is a fun quiver addition. It’s in good condition with the regular signs of wear and tear. A couple minor repairs and a bit of paint chip by the nose. A great board if you’re starting out, or looking for a little extra volume and wave catching ability, without comprimising your maneuverability. This board even comes complete with a set of fins and a board bag for just $275!

This fun looking 9’2 Moura Longboard is in good condition. Little signs of wear and tear with a small pro ding repair on the tail and a couple little scratches, but watertight and ready to hit the waves. A nice refined shape with more of a performan…

This fun looking 9’2 Moura Longboard is in good condition. Little signs of wear and tear with a small pro ding repair on the tail and a couple little scratches, but watertight and ready to hit the waves. A nice refined shape with more of a performance feel and a little extra rocker will have you ready for the next winter swell. Selling w/o fins, just $450.

This great all-rounder 7’0 fun board is the perfect addition to your small wave quiver, or for anyone looking to downsize or get onto their first hard board. Nearly new condition, no dings or repairs and in tough and responsive epoxy construction th…

This great all-rounder 7’0 fun board is the perfect addition to your small wave quiver, or for anyone looking to downsize or get onto their first hard board. Nearly new condition, no dings or repairs and in tough and responsive epoxy construction this one won’t sit in the racks for long! Just $380!!!!

We don’t see too many of these in the Racks. This 5 fin option Von Sol epoxy construction board is the ultimate ride. Catch waves easily and enjoy a fun and fast ride. These boards are super durable, and this one’s in perfect condition. Make it your…

We don’t see too many of these in the Racks. This 5 fin option Von Sol epoxy construction board is the ultimate ride. Catch waves easily and enjoy a fun and fast ride. These boards are super durable, and this one’s in perfect condition. Make it your for $450 - includes fins!!

New Board Arrivals

 
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9’4 HULA RIDE LONGBOARD

DIMS: 9’4 X 22 3/4 X 3

FINS: 2 + 1 (fins included)

CONSTRUCTION: Poly

CONDITION: Excellent condition, ridden just a couple of times. No signs of wear, no dings or repairs. Beautiful board with floral inlay and polished finish.

PRICE: $650

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5’8 SLATER DESIGNS ‘SCi-Fi’

DIMS: 5’8 x 19 x 2 7/16

VOLUME: 27.7 cl

FINS: Futures 5 Fin Setup (selling w/o fins)

CONSTRUCTION: Epoxy

CONDITION: Excellent condition board, hardly any signs of wear and tear. Tiny pressure dent/s on deck. Fantastic condition board, no previous dings or repairs.

Lots of new boards arrived in store over the past few days with some great additions to our used racks. Check out some of our favorites below:

6’0 SCHNEIDER SURFBOARDS ‘STUB’

DIMS: 6’0 x 19 3/4 x 2 5/8

FINS: Futures 5 fin box setup (Fins not included)

CONSTRUCTION: Epoxy

CONDITION: Good condition. minor professional repairs to nose and tail. Clean deck and bottom.

PRICE: $325

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6’0 SUPERBRAND MAD CAT

DIMS: 6’0 1/2 x 19 1/2 x 2 5/8

VOLUME: 29 cl

FINS: Futures Tri Fin Setup (selling without fins)

CONSTRUCTION: Poly

CONDITION: Excellent condition board. Small minor pressure dents on the deck. Only ridden a few times. No previous dings or repairs.

PRICE: $395

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Rainy Day Fun - Things to do in when it's pouring in San Diego!

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This winter so far in San Diego has been a little bit wet and windy! We’re forever grateful for all the rain we can here, but we sure feel as little bit stuck for fun things to do when the weather turns.

Here’s some of our staff rainy day favorites locally to keep you entertained!

VISIT BIRCH AQUARIUM:

As surfers we all spend a lot of our time in and on top of the water, but what lurks below? Take a visit to Birtch Aquarium and discover some of the incredible sea life that inhabits the unique coastal environments here along our beautiful coast. Interesting exhibitions, creative talks and feedings and best of all the extensive seahorses on display! Just a short 30 minute drive from Encinitas, it’s worth the trip!

ENJOY A COFFE AT PANNIKIN:

This place is the perfect spot to cosy up in a nook with a good book, hot coffee and watch the world go by. This prominent old, bright yellow building along Highway 101 in Encinitas serves up a incredible coffee and their cakes are to die for. The building itself used to be the old Encinitas train station (relocated to its current position) and is worth a visit any day of the week!

A SPOT OF SHOPPING:

Encinitas and Leucadia are brimming with small and unique businesses. Mozy your way along the 101 and you’ll stumble across boutiques, surf shops, art shop and much more. There’s several surf shops in Leucadia and Encinitas, all with their own unique collections of surfboards and gear. Fun thing to do: Grab a cool sticker from each shop as you go!! See if you can collect them all.

FOR THE LOVE OF FOOD:

With a wealth of small cafes and restaurants, Leucadia and Encinitas are a food lovers dream. Cruise along the 101 and samples some of the local delights as you go. Make a stop at Mozy Cafe for a delicious and healthy breakfast burrito or açaí bowl, indulge in some Thai cuisine at Birdseye Kitchen, sample some beer and vegan dishes Modern Times brewing. There are so many great food places in town that use local produce, fresh ingredients - why not make a little food tour of it!

New Board Arrivals....

We have some super fun boards arriving daily - here’s a little selection of the latest additions to our racks this week:

DONALD TAKAYAMA SCORPION:

High performance and miniture version of the original Scorpion! This board takes cutbacks and buttom turns to a new level, easy to turn because of its pulled in v within the tail. You can ride this board shorter than a conventional surfboard, because of its dimensions and versitaility. This board offers more stability than your normal shortboard. 


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Fletcher Chouinard ‘Fark”

Super versatile and fast. Shorter, flatter, and more curvy than a high performance shortboard, but not as limiting as a fish. Swallowtail quad has excellent drive and hold, yet still feels loose and lively. Accelerates quickly.Early entry rocker and low swing weight. Single concave.

This board is epoxy and has sone slight yellowing due to UV exposure. Very little to no pressure dents, looks in excellent condition.

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SOLD Donald Takayama ‘In The Pink’ High Performance Noserider:

Ultimate high performance noserider! This is definitely the most loved and sought after model in Donalds range. Able to surf anything from one foot slop to overhead barrels, the In The Pink is definitely THE one longboard you must own. Perfect for the rider looking to own one longboard, or someone who is looking to become more accustomed to the nose, the In The Pink will have you loving your surfing again.

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Nirvana Surfboards ‘73 SINGLE 

‘Originally shaped in 1973 on the Central Coast of Australia by Bill Cilia. Shaped two years after the creation of Nirvana Bill created a single fin that was ahead of its time! Big waves small punchy waves whatever or wherever you surf this is a classic ride from a classic time and is a must have for any quiver.

Excellent condition board, ready for some bigger waves or everyday fun!

12 days 'til Christmas!!

With only 12 days until Christmas, we’ve put together some handy gift ideas to give you a little inspiration this holiday season! Today we’ve picked some of our favorite items for the surf ladies in your life. See what’s hot right now below…….

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BILLABONG WOMENS: We carry a large selection of Billabong Women’s clothing and accessories. Surf inspired, beachy vibes and comfort are always top of the list for our surf girl style.

The Jack Hat has been a hot seller and it’s just sooooo cute! Available in mustard yellow and sage green you can’t go wrong with this one!

The Beach Waves hoody is perfect for our chilly Cali winter mornings. Bundle up after your surf session and bring a little sunshine into your day with this super cute hoody that you won’t want to take off!

SUNBUM HAIR CARE: Salt water, sunshine and being outdoors in the elements takes it’s toll on your hair! Ever wondered how you can keep that man tame and looking great between surf sessions? Look no further than the range of SunBum haircare items. We have shampoos and conditioner, lightening spray to keep those summery highlights topped up, dry shampoo (because we just can’t live without this stuff) and hair putty for all your styling solutions.

SALTY BEADS JEWELRY: Did you know these little bracelets really sparkle glow….go on, take a photo with your flash on and see the magic! These beautiful handmade bracelets, necklaces, rings and anklets are the perfect addition to your jewelry collection. They are handmade by mermaids in Oceanside.

RFC HANDPOURED SOY CANDLES: Who doesn’t love receiving a delicious smelling candle as a gift! We certainly do and these handpoured canes bring all our favorite surf scents to our home. Whether you want a little bit of Hawaii, a cosy cinnamon or fresh and floral - we have them all!

What's new in the used racks....

Did you know we have HUNDREDS of used surfboards in stock ALL THE TIME! In fact, we’re the biggest used surfboard shop in North County San Diego. If you’re looking for used board, we have something for every style of surfer, length of board and your budget. Buying lightly used is a great way to try different shapes of boards and experiment with what suits your style, without dropping hundreds of dollars on something straight out the showroom. We receive new boards daily, so there’s always something fresh in the racks. You can follow us on instagram, for the latest arrivals, and our website offers you a glimpse at some of our newest boards in stock.

Here’s a little highlight of some of our new and notable arrivals in the used racks this week:

The Vampirate Batmoboard has been around since the beginning, it's design came from the desire to want more volume in your traditional shortboard. It's your perfect hybrid between the retro fish and your modern performance shortboard. Perfect for fl…

The Vampirate Batmoboard has been around since the beginning, it's design came from the desire to want more volume in your traditional shortboard. It's your perfect hybrid between the retro fish and your modern performance shortboard. Perfect for flying down the line and smacking lips.The Batmoboard is ideal for progressive performance surfing in all conditions. The beveled rails with extra volume offer natural speed and an easy paddle, perfect for big clean airs. The hip in the tail loosens up the board to fit in the pocket and get drained in the barrel.

Rocker Info Medium to flat

Rail Info Beveled

Concave Info Single to double

Great Condition, $400 - Available to purchase in store at Progression Surf Shop

What the shaper says: This is our Go-2 Model. Designed by team rider and sales manager Blake Ferraro to excel in and amplify a wide range of conditions. Board features a balanced outline, round radius narrower squash tail for smooth but quick maneuv…

What the shaper says: This is our Go-2 Model. Designed by team rider and sales manager Blake Ferraro to excel in and amplify a wide range of conditions. Board features a balanced outline, round radius narrower squash tail for smooth but quick maneuvers. Nose outline, profile and rocker synchronize offering smooth entry, easy paddling and graceful recoveries. Enjoy this thing from knee high to well overhead beach breaks, reefs & points. Ride this board 0-2" taller than yourself.

Great condition board, $450 - Purchase in Store at Progression Surf Shop.

5’8 Panda Doinker  - Its what it looks like weird and fun! This is such a fun board for tiny 1ft waves up to 3ft. if its small this thing will get you up and flying faster than any other board in your quiver.Great condition $395

5’8 Panda Doinker - Its what it looks like weird and fun! This is such a fun board for tiny 1ft waves up to 3ft. if its small this thing will get you up and flying faster than any other board in your quiver.

Great condition $395

PROGRESSION SURF SHOP - HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

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FOR THE MOST FUN!!

4’8 SOFTECH ROCKET FISH $230

If you’re looking to add some pure fun to your surfing game, then look no further than Softech surfboards. If you though soft surfboards were just for beginners you were so so wrong. Inspired by the latest fiberglass surfboard designs, the Performance Series blurs the lines between serious ripping and having fun. Loaded with features all wrapped up in a soft package, the Performance Series come with the FCS II Fin System so you can easily add, remove or upgrade your fins!

SEE OUR SELECTION OF SOFTECH BOARDS

 
Your own personal surf photo shoot with San Diego Surf Photos!

Your own personal surf photo shoot with San Diego Surf Photos!

 

STAY WARM THIS WINTER…..

We’re stoked to carry a selection of tees, hats and hoodies from Goodseed Clothing. Ethical sustainable clothing that’s made ,locally here in San Diego! Did we mention the designs are awesome. Shop in store at Progression Surf!

we use an apparel company which creates almost no landfill. Everything that they cannot turn into a garment is either recycled or repurposed. They are also 100% non-sweatshop, humane, and sustainable. On top of that, our printing is done locally in San Diego and we only use non-toxic water-based inks. The printing process we use is direct to garment which eliminates the waste and toxic materials normally found in traditional screen printing.

If you’re going through the struggles of finding that perfect gift for your surf obsessed husband, frothing grom, or ocean loving girlfriend this holiday season - then look no further that our holiday gift guide for the surfer in your life. We'll be posting a selection of awesome gift ideas for every budget here on our blog over the next couple weeks. If you need some inspiration, then read on……

 
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YOUR ULTIMATE SURF PHOTOS $150

We all know that every surfer LOVES their skills captured on camera. Now you can give the perfect opportunity for your loved one (and their friends) to enjoy a session with their very own professional surf photographer!

Enjoy a personal 1.5hr session photo shoot at your local beach, up to 4 people, ALL your photos in HD digital download and additional print options available.

San Diego Surf Photos Gift Certificates at available to purchase in store at Progression Surf Shop and online over at www.sandiegosurfphotos.com

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New FCS FREEDOM leashes now available in store at Progression Surf!

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If you’ve been dying to get your hands on the new FCS FREEDOM leash, we now have them in stock here at Progression Surf - Encinitas. Get yours before we sell out! If you want to know what all the hype is about…keep reading……..

Strength and minimalism. Features a revolutionary new cord, lighter and stronger than any other cord. Surf Free.

High Tensile Over-Braided Nylon Cord

  • Thinner, lighter & stronger.

  • Limited over-stretch designed to return to original length.

  • Reduces tangling and drag.

Precision Engineered Cuff

  • Silicone Grip Print - Reduces slipping around ankle.

  • 3MM Neoprene Padding - Thin, light and comfortable.

  • Low Profile Moulded Velcro - Stronger & more reliable.

Lightweight Moulded Pull Tab

  • Ergonomic, quick release.

Composite Horn

  • Foam filled, light and shock absorbing.

  • Extended horn length to reduce tangling.

Streamlines Railsaver Cost

  • Less drag, thinner & lighter.

  • Better Hydrodynamics.

 Leash length: 6ft. Specifically designed for wave heights under 5ft.

Cost: $45 + Tax



Wetsuit season is upon us.....here's your need to know wetsuit guide for winter 2018

Wetsuit season is upon us.....here's your need to know wetsuit guide for winter 2018

In search of the perfect wetsuit this winter?? Drop in to Progression Surf Shop and check out our selection of O’Neill and Ripcurl wetsuits. Check out some of our new styles for this season and our staff top picks - there’s really no excuse to be cold this winter!!