Rentals
Surf and Adventure Equipment Hire
Looking for top-quality surf, paddleboard, and skateboard hire? We’ve got you covered with foam surfboards, hardboards, paddleboards, bodyboards, snorkels, wetsuits, and more. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, our well-maintained equipment ensures the best coastal experience. Book our options below and get ready to hit the beach!
Hire Information
Our Locations
Surfing takes place at the stunning Belhaven Beach, offering great beginner and longboard waves, plus fun conditions for shortboards in bigger swells. Paddleboarding is set in the sheltered estuary by our surf centre, with a scenic coastline to explore in good conditions.
Our Equipment
Surf hire includes soft and hard boards from 6ft to 9ft from brands like Alder, Torq and Firewire. Skate hire features Slide surf skateboards. Paddleboard hire offers 10ft6 to 12ft6 Red Paddle boards and 17ft group boards for 4 to 8 people. We also hire bodyboards and high-quality 5mm wetsuits from C-Skins and Alder.
Timescales
Coast to Coast offers two daily hire sessions at 9:30 AM and 1:00 PM (2–2.5 hours). During summer, additional sessions at 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM may be available, depending on conditions and staff.
Hire Rules
- Hirers must be able to swim 50m unaided.
- Basic surf or SUP ocean safety must be understood, and wetsuits and safety gear provided must be worn.
- Hirers should have completed an approved surf or paddleboard lesson (ASI or ISA) or be with an experienced guardian.
- Equipment is the hirer’s responsibility, including any damage during the hire period.
- Hirers must be fit and healthy; any health concerns should be discussed with the office beforehand.
- Coast to Coast reserves the right to cancel in big surf or high winds.
- On small surf days, hirers should check forecasts and cancel in advance if conditions don’t suit their more advanced ability.
- All under-16s require adult supervision.
- No participation is allowed under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
- Photo ID (passport, driving license, or ID card) is required as a deposit.
Ocean Surf Safety
- Use the right equipment: Wear 5mm wetsuits, use necessary accessories, and choose boards suited to your ability and conditions.
- White water etiquette: Control your board in white water to ensure safety for yourself and others.
- Unbroken wave etiquette: Understand priority rules, paddle out safely, and handle wipeouts responsibly.
- Rip currents: Have a basic understanding of RIPS and how to exit safely.
- Emergency response: Know how to seek help or call emergency services.
- Need advice? Speak to our office or instructors if unsure.
SUP Safety
- Use the right equipment: Wear 5mm wetsuits, appropriate accessories, and boards suited to your ability and conditions. Paddleboard hirers must wear PFDs or buoyancy aids.
- Offshore winds: Understand the dangers of offshore winds, assess conditions before paddling, and know how to handle changes in weather.
- Small swell: Be aware of how small swell affects paddling, falling, and board control, and identify alternative paddle areas for all abilities.
- Rip currents: Learn how RIPS work and how to exit safely.
- Emergency response: Know how to handle incidents and when to seek help or call emergency services.
- Need advice? Contact our office or instructors if you’re unsure.
