
INDEPENDENT SURF & SKATE / SUNDERLAND
QUALITY GEAR.
TOP ADVICE.
Surfboards, skateboards and proper kit for whatever gets you outside. Honest advice from your independent North East Surf & Skate shop.
Based in Sunderland. Fiercely Independent From Day One. Est 2012.
YOUR LOCAL SHOP. WHEREVER YOU SKATE OR SURF.FIND YOUR NEXT SESSION
WHAT GETS YOU GOING?
Find your board, pull on a warmer layer or get ready for the next swell.
THREE PICKS. ONE GREAT SETUP.
THE SKATE BUNDLE BUILDER
YOUR SETUP.
YOUR WAY.
Choose a complete skateboard, find your helmet and finish with pads. Your brands. Your sizes. All in one place.
- 01Choose your board
- 02Find your helmet
- 03Pick your pads
Build your setup. Save 10%.
BUILD MY SETUP10% off eligible builder products with BUILD10, applied in your basket. Cannot be combined with other discounts.

FROM YOUR FIRST PADDLE TO YOUR NEXT FAVOURITE BOARD.
YOUR NEXT WAVE STARTS HERE
FIRST WAVE.
NEXT LEVEL.
Start with a forgiving beginner board or find the shape for your next step. Explore surfboards and packages, with proper advice when you need it.
Beginner packages, shortboards, midlengths and longboards.
COLD WATER. NO WORRIES.
Wetsuits, boots and gloves for getting out when the temperature drops.

BUILD IT. SEE IT. MAKE IT YOURS.
THE CUSTOM SURFBOARD BUILDER
YOUR BOARD.
DOWN TO THE DETAILS.
Choose your model, dial in the dimensions, then make it yours with colours and setup options. Build the board you actually want to surf.
Preview your finished design in a real-world setting.
AFTER THE SESSION
LAYER UP. HEAD OUT.
Hoodies and everyday layers, with youth and adult options. Pick your size on the product page.
Swipe the gallery or use the arrows to explore.
GOOD BRANDS. PROPER GEAR.
A LITTLE KNOW-HOW GOES A LONG WAY
LESS GUESSWORK. MORE GOOD DAYS.
New to surfing and still finding your feet? Start with our guides, then get in touch for a hand.

CHOOSE WITH CONFIDENCE
THE BEGINNER SURF HUB
Boards, equipment and useful advice for getting started in UK surf.
FIND YOUR FIRST BOARD →
LEARN AT YOUR PACE
LEARN TO SURF UK
Practical lessons to help you build your confidence, one session at a time.
EXPLORE THE ACADEMY →
FIND YOUR PEOPLE
FIND A SURF SCHOOL
Explore UK surf schools and take your next step with local coaching.
FIND A SURF SCHOOL →
78 HYLTON ROAD / SUNDERLAND
INDEPENDENT. NORTH EAST. ALWAYS UP FOR A CHAT.
REAL SHOP.
PROPER ADVICE.
We’re Bob Gnarly Surf & Skate, based at 78 Hylton Road in Sunderland. Drop in, get in touch or shop online. We’ll help you find gear that suits your next session.
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