Moondoggies Beach Club

By Abby Gorman

Conveniently located downtown at the corner of Chorro and Monterey Street, Moondoggies Beach Club is a hub for Cal Poly students hoping to skate, surf or soak up some rays on the Central Coast. Since 1986, the locally-owned surf shop has provided community members the attire and supplies for their outdoor adventures. The store’s walls are adorned with old surfboards and skateboards in every color, as well as beach hut-themed structures.

“We try to transport you to a different place when you come here,” assistant manager Luke Edler said. “We make it a place where you can shop, but also just hang out and talk about surfing and skating.”

The store stocks a range of popular skate and surf brands, many unique to the area alongside their own line of Moondoggies merchandise. Moondoggies prides itself on being accessible to all surfers regardless of experience level.

“A lot of our customers that we help with surf-related gear are beginners. If you want to come and get some cheaper gear that’ll get you in the water, we’re a great place to start,” Edler said.

With summer approaching, Moondoggies is an essential stop when making a trip downtown. Check out the San Luis Obispo location at 837 Monterey St., or the Pismo Beach storefront at 781 Dolliver St.