Discover the joy of stand-up paddleboarding with Tom's Surf Hire in Santa Barbara. Perfect for all skill levels, enjoy calm waters, wildlife sightings, and unforgettable coastlines.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1-4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels, particularly beginners
Wildlife
History
The coastline has a long history of fishing and water sports, embracing a tradition of coastal recreation.
Conservation
The area promotes eco-friendly tourism with policies to protect marine life and water quality.
Tom's Surf Hire
Discover the joy of stand-up paddleboarding with Tom's Surf Hire in Santa Barbara. Perfect for all skill levels, enjoy calm waters, wildlife sightings, and unforgettable coastlines.
Tom's Surf Hire is a surf equipment hire business based in Croyde, England, offering a range of surfboards, bodyboards, a stand up paddle board and wetsuit rentals. The business provides multiple board types listed for hire, including 9ft, 8ft and 7ft soft boards, a Drone Ranger 6'0, mid-length and mini-mal models, longboard options and bodyboards. Wetsuit hire is available across a wide range of sizes from junior options (J6, J8, J10, J12, J14, J16, J18) to adult sizes (Small, Medium, Large, XL, XXL).
The hire options described for several boards note availability by the hour, day or week, allowing flexible rental durations for short sessions or extended stays. Tom's Surf Hire serves surfers and beach visitors in Croyde who need reliable equipment for local waves, family outings, lessons or progression sessions. Equipment descriptions provided with the hire options highlight stability, extra volume and user-friendly designs suited to beginners through experienced surfers. The Drone Ranger 6'0 is noted for a versatile five-fin setup and extra volume to support speed and maneuverability.
All information presented reflects the available hire items and stated features. Tom's Surf Hire is positioned as a local hire provider in Croyde, supplying a broad catalogue of boards and wet-weather gear suitable for a wide range of ages and abilities.
Location
Croyde, England
Situated in Croyde Bay, North Devon
Rental Durations
Hourly / Daily / Weekly
Flexible hire periods available
Boards Available
10
Wide selection of board types
Wetsuit Sizes
12 sizes
Junior and adult fit options
Choose from soft boards, mini mals, longboards, a Drone Ranger and wetsuits in multiple sizes — hire by the hour, day or week.
Check water conditions
Always review local weather and water conditions before heading out to ensure safety.
Wear a life jacket
Ensure your safety by wearing a life jacket during your paddleboarding session.
Start with a short session
If you're new, begin with a hobbyist rental to get comfortable on the water.
Bring sunscreen and water
Stay protected and hydrated during your water adventures for maximum enjoyment.
Personal Flotation Device (PFD)
Provides safety on the water, required for all paddleboarding activities.
Sun protection (sunscreen, hat, sunglasses)
Protects against sun exposure while on the water.
summer
Water shoes or sandals
Prevent slipping and protect your feet while paddling.
spring,fall,winter
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during your water sport adventure.