Nekton Surf Shop

When did you start your business?

1694. First shop ever. Founded by the Seminole Indians.

Do you consider the location of your shop a key factor to the business’s success?

Who cares- we live in the “Irb.”

Who is your average buyer?

Our average customer is actually both boys and girls of all ages. We also have a lot of families come in as well.

If a total Barney walks in do you treat him with the same respect as a full on loc?

We love everybody. One love.

What is the dumbest question a customer has ever asked?

“Do you guys sell surfboards?” (the shop is filled with boards all over it).

Do you have a mascot (ex. - An animal that roams freely throughout the building)?

Yes we have a mascot- “Ollie” the Beagle.

What is the craziest return a customer has ever tried to make?

A dozen eggs.

Does your store support any local surfers or have a surf team?

Yes we have a surf/skate & skim team.

What is your most annoying grom story?

Every time they walk thru the door.

Have you ever had any type of celeb roll in and make a purchase?

Barrack Obama bought a tailpad from us once. We’ve also had a Mike Ditka look-a-like.

Have you ever pulled a hot chick/guy solely due to the fact that you own/manage a surf shop?

Yes- everyday.

How many days a week do you surf now compared to before you owned/managed a surf shop?

We surf whenever we get a chance cuz there’s some long dry spells here.

Who is your favorite surfer and why?

Corey & Shea Lopez.

Has a customer trying on clothes ever walked out completely naked?

No customers. Employees tho.

Has a person ever walked in totally blitzkrieged (really intoxicated) and tried to make a purchase? If so elaborate.

Yes all of the time. Our shop is located right next to a bar.

Every store has to deal with shoplifting. What is your most memorable experience and what is your shoplifting policy?

Shoplifting isn’t a problem because we use plastic explosive security tactics.

And last but not least tell us one of the craziest shop stories you can remember?

That one shoplifter that exploded.