Outer Banks Shopping

Ready for some action? Kitty Hawk Surf Co. has everything you need to enjoy all the Outer Banks has to offer, from the wind and waves to flat water adventures. At Kitty Hawk Surf Co., you can find a huge selection of new and used kayaks, kayaking gear and equipment, standup paddleboards, surfboards, Zap skim boards, wetsuits and more. You can also find top selections of surfwear, sportswear and footwear brands including Rip Curl, Quiksilver, Billabong, Hurley, Volcom, Roxy, Vissla, Reef, Patagonia and many others. As the only Outer Banks Hobie Kayak retailer, Kitty Hawk Surf Co. can also help you out with your kayak fishing needs, whether you need to buy or rent a kayak or pick up simple accessories for your excursion. They even offer kayak fishing charters, in which knowledgeable guides help you catch red drum, speckled trout, flounder and more. 

The Cotton Gin has been a coastal shopping tradition for more than 50 years. With locations in Corolla, Duck and Nags Head, this beloved local store is a favorite shopping destination for both locals and visitors. You’ll find resort fashion for men and women from fine designers like Vineyard Vines, Southern Tide, Habitat and Simply Southern. Other top accessory designers include Pandora, Vera Bradley and Spartina 449. They also offer home fashions, candles, books, garden accessories and products for the gourmet kitchen. The Cotton Gin stores sell the wines of their sister business, Sanctuary Vineyards, which is based in Currituck County. In-store tastings of their many locally grown wine varieties are available.

Ride The Wind Surf Shop is your ultimate destination on Ocracoke Island for all things surf and beach. Whether you’re searching for stylish swimwear, beach apparel, the perfect pair of sunglasses or comfortable footwear, they have you covered. They carry the top brands across all categories, and the full list is available online. Exciting new brands for 2024 include Florence Marine X, Critical Slide Society, Turtlebox, Blenders Eyewear, Almond Surfboards and Xtratuf. Ride the Wind is the only Ocracoke source for Neso Beach Tents and Shibumi Beach Shades. Also check out their exclusive Ocracoke-inspired clothing line, Wococon. Looking to get on the water? Visit their outdoor adventure kiosk on the harbor, directly across from the shop, for hourly, daily and weekly rentals for all your watersport rental needs. You can also stop by or call to schedule surf lessons and kayak tours. They're also very excited to announce their brand-new rental fleet of Priority bicycles. Stop by, visit the website or give them a call to book.