Celebrating Surf Shop Day: Why Supporting Local Surf Shops Like Spunky’s Matters Now More Than Ever

Surf Shops Are More Than Retail—They’re Community Anchors

This is a special message and thank you to everyone from the Spunky's Team! We love you and appreciate all your support from shopping locally to liking our social media post! Every little bit helps! We're honored as a surf shop to get to be apart of Surf Shop day! We hope you enjoy this read we wrote it from the heart. 

🌞 Happy Surf Shop Day from all of us at Spunky’s Surf Shop! Since 1994, we’ve proudly served the surf, sun, and soul of Fort Pierce, Florida. For over 30 years, we've helped locals and visitors alike chase waves, gear up in style, and find their place in the beachside community. As the oldest surf shop in Fort Pierce, our roots run deep, and our mission has always been clear: keep the local stoke alive.

But in a world dominated by big-box chains and online giants, the importance of supporting your local surf shop—both online and in-store—has never been more critical. Here's why surf shops matter, how they shape the culture, and how shopping local keeps surf communities thriving.

Why Surf Shops Still Matter in 2025

1. Local Knowledge Is Irreplaceable

No algorithm knows your break like your local surf shop crew. At Spunky’s, we’ve been here for decades—riding the waves, tracking the swells, and learning every tide shift. Whether you’re a grom or a seasoned waterman, we offer expert advice tailored to Fort Pierce's unique surf conditions—not some generic coastal average.

2. We’re the Heartbeat of the Surf Community

Surf shops are meeting spots, storytelling hubs, and community bulletin boards. We sponsor beach cleanups, surf events, and grassroots causes. You don’t just shop at Spunky’s—you become part of the tribe.

3. A Curated Selection You Can Trust

From Torq Surfboards to custom boards by Line Drive Surfboards to bikinis, rashguards, and sun protection from top brands—everything we carry is tested by our team and trusted by locals. We’re not pushing fads—we’re stocking what works.

4. Supporting Local Means Supporting Dreams

When you shop at Spunky’s, you support surfers, artists, and makers who live and breathe Fort Pierce. From Sarah Bartlett’s coastal art on our walls to our exclusive Jetty Rat tees, every dollar stays in the community and fuels creativity.

The Power of Shopping Local—In-Store & Online

✔️ In-Person Perks

• Try before you buy: Surfboards, wetsuits, and even shades need a perfect fit.

• Real people, real help: Our staff is made up of surfers, not salespeople.

• Special in-store deals: Like our May Madness Sale—up to 75% off select beachwear!

📦 Online Convenience with Local Heart

Our online shop at spunkyssurfshop.com brings Spunky’s vibes to your doorstep. Browse new drops, score exclusive local gear, and even get free shipping on Sunova and GenRation SUP boards this month only (May 2–30, 2025)!

Spunky’s: Salty Since ’94 and Proud of It

Three decades deep, and we’re still doing what we love—serving the coast, one beach lover at a time. We’ve weathered storms, celebrated countless sunrise surf sessions, and watched groms grow into legends.

Our shop isn’t just filled with gear. It’s filled with stories, memories, and stoke. That’s the magic of surf culture—it lives in places like Spunky’s.

Keep the Stoke Alive—Support Local Surf Shops

This Surf Shop Day, we celebrate you—our community, our crew, and every visitor who has stepped through our doors since 1994. Your support keeps Fort Pierce salty, sun-kissed, and surfed-out.

So whether you're stopping in for board wax, a fresh tee, or just to swap stories, remember: every purchase is a vote for community, culture, and connection.

🌊 Shop local. Feel the vibe. Stay salty.
— The Spunky’s Surf Shop Team