Ocean Beach. He famously introduced the first "wetsuits," allowing surfers to stay in the water longer. Dive N' Surf ClosedRedondo Beach, CA, United States Founded by Bill and Bob Meistrell, this
Redondo Beach shop became a cornerstone of the industry and is still operated by the family's third generation. Ron Jon Surf Shop ClosedCocoa Beach, FL, United States SURF SHOP
Modern surf shops were born from a need for specialized gear that didn't exist in mainstream retail. Jack O'Neill (1952) Credited with opening one of the first dedicated shops in Ocean Beach