North Beach

surf shop — Albany · Auckland

About North Beach

A surf and street fashion store in Westgate, Albany, at Shop D1, 7 to 9 Westgate Drive, on Auckland's North Shore. The website says it stocks fashion, street, surf and skate styles from more than 100 local and international brands, including RPM, Volcom, Levi's, Stussy, Nike and Birkenstock. Shoppers can order online, with express shipping and 30-day returns. A click and collect option is mentioned by customers. The shop also runs a rewards scheme: for every $500 spent at full price within six months, a $30 voucher is issued, according to the website. Swimwear and surf clothing are also mentioned in reviews.

Customers mention the helpful staff more than anything else. One customer said the team greeted them as soon as they walked in, and that a staff member was patient, friendly and kept checking whether sizes were right. Another went in for a gift and was shown a winter shirt that was new that day. Customers describe the Albany team as happy and friendly, and say they always seem keen to help. The shop is a place for locals and visitors looking for surf and street clothes, and the staff are the main reason people mention coming back.