Go Nuts Hawaii

The best! He has a great selection of boards to rent at reasonable prices. Flexible drop offs and pick up options.

I've spent a lot of time in the water but my surfing ability is mediocre at best. I have never been to the North Shore before and I was uneasy that I'd be way over my head (figuratively and literally) on my first experience of the 7 mile miracle. Fortunately, the surf camp my wife surprised me with for my birthday was Go Nuts Hawaii. César, Katia, Kona, and the Go Nuts instructors, Pedro and Rafa were on point for my whole adventure. Because some of their lodging accommodations were under construction, they provided a pleasant apartment within biking distance to Haleiwa, fresh fruit and vegan friendly meals for breakfast and lunch, and transportation as needed throughout the week. They guided me to the best surf breaks for my level, coached me to better my skills and wave count, and pushed me into waves when I couldn't get my fat @ss up to speed to drop in on my own. Most importantly, I'm grateful that they welcomed me inside their gate and into their home, shared their community with me, and opened up a view of the North Shore most outsiders probably don't get to experience.I wholly recommend connecting with Go Nuts for boards, lessons, camp, or wisdom on how best to navigate the North Shore. Note that this is a family run business, surf conditions change, and plans may get disrupted by unforeseen events. It is best to go in with the knowledge that on rare instances, adjustments with bookings may be necessary, but César and everyone else will do whatever they can to make sure patrons have the most fun possible.

I almost feel like these 5 stars must be paid or something. I reserved two long boards in hopes to help my friend learn a bit. We get there and he (I'm assuming the manager/boss) asks us a couple questions about our experience with surfing and asks if we have a car to drive further down, we didn't so he recommended we go on the beach and go left. We did, water was too choppy, we went to return the boards. I wasn't expecting a refund considering it wasn't his fault. I should have scoped out the beach prior. We go to drop the boards back off and he wasn't there, there was a lady instead, and without any prompting from me she says "I'm sorry about the waves! Leave the boards to the side of the car and email my boss, he'll give you a refund!" I thought, oh that's very nice. So I did so, I emailed. I get a call the next day from a different guy, super sweet but informs me some people are pointing fingers and he needs help, asking me who told me about the refund, guy or woman. I told him it was the woman. He says "ok, I'm just going to let my boss know, you'll get an email shortly with the refund in progress, should show up in a day or so" I say ok! Then here's where it goes bad. The boss calls. Now if he had just said "hey sorry we had some miscommunication here but policy is no refunds" I would have just gone on my merry way, no problem. Nope. He starts yelling at me, berating me, telling me I'm a liar, I'm not a real surfer because im not from here. I tried to say "hey look it's ok, im not mad about the refund situation but I don't appreciate the way you're talking to me" and he just keeps going on yelling at me saying im lying and such. Like I said, I wouldn't have cared if at any point i had gotten a "im sorry, it's just not company policy" or some other from any of the 3 people I interacted with even though it was the lady who started the refund idea and the other guy who continued it. But the way that boss guy was talking to me was disgusting and truly ruined the night. He should take some communication classes from the other two because you just don't talk to people like that especially if I'm having a calm demeanor, not yelling not threatening. Though I later did get warned by my uncle (who is from here), that area hates people who aren't from the island. Good thing to keep in mind.

After booking with a guy that never showed up we booked with Go Nuts. The owner told us the best place to paddle board due to the windy conditions and even delivered the boards for us. It was amazing! There were sea turtles everywhere and just absolutely gorgeous. We had the best time. We all agreed that Cesar was the mvp of the day. I'd also like to mention that we're staying in their Airbnb which is super cozy and right across the street from the beach. Definitely using this company on our next trip out.

We loved our experience renting boards with these guys. We picked up three surfboards from their house. They had a big selection and were kind to let us swap out daily depending on our moods. Super accommodating and lovely family business. Go support them!!

Renting a board was so easy. Know what you're looking for somewhat and Cesar helped me decide between two boards. I've rented twice from them now for over a week each. Boards are a little beat up but he has a better selection of surf SUP's than I could find at any of the shops on north shore. Price was great as well. Small hiccup in communication getting the board back to them, but jose was home and responded to a knock on the gate and super nice so it all worked out!

Kona and Kaimana... you won't find people more awesome to rent surf boards from. I got my first surf lesson from Kaimana not knowing even the basics. Because of her I stood up on my first wave. Since then I haven't rented a surf board from anyone else. These people are truly amazing!!

Kona and Cesar are two amazing people and run an awesome business! Easy to come pick up a board. I rented back in August and they helped me pick a great board for conditions and they even picked up the board from where I was staying. Really cool that this is family owned and glad I got to meet two legends from the north shore.

Was staying at Turtle Bay Resort. Go Nuts was recommended because I wanted to do a multi day rental. Called them and described the board I wanted, filled out form, waiver and paid online. Board was delivered shortly after. The second day conditions were bigger and I asked to swap board out for a smaller high performing board. Cesar was very accommodating and gladly dropped off the new board and took first board back. After surfing the full day, Cesar came back to pick up the board. Great service and very friendly.

Go Nuts is great. Cesar was super helpful and they have a large selection of boards to rent. Great rates! Much better than the luggage fees to bring your own from mainland. Highly recommend Go Nuts Hawaii for equipment rentals on North Shore.