On the Beach Surf Shop
693 Lighthouse Ave., Monterey, 646-9283
You don’t have to be a half-human, half-fish hybrid like Aquaman to glide through water. All you need is a good board and better balance. Tiki totems, a coral aquarium sitting on a shoe rack, and bamboo along the walls of this store will make even the most timid customers want to hang 10. On the Beach Surf Shop’s specialists point out the best surf gear for each situation, like bigger and wider boards for sturdier rides, or fast-drying wetsuits for frequent dips in the water. Ride the tide, surf’s up forever.