DemoStoke

Demo & Rent Surfboards From Local Shops and Shapers

Find it. Ride it. Love it? Buy it.

Also snowboards, skis, and mountain bikes.

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How It Works

Browse gear based on where you ride, how you ride, and what makes you feel alive. Demo surfboards from local shops, indie shapers, or other riders (coming soon), plus snowboards, skis, and bikes — all matched to your conditions, skill level, and vibe. If it clicks, keep riding it. If not, try again — until you find the one.

Find Local Gear

Browse through available equipment in your area using our interactive map.

Request a Demo

Connect with the owner and arrange a time to try out the equipment.

Buy What You Ride

If you love the gear, purchase it directly from the owner or shop. If not, try something else!

The Smarter Way to Find Your Next Ride

DemoStoke is the surfboard demo marketplace built for surfers who want to try before they buy. Browse shortboards, longboards, fish, and mid-lengths from local surf shops, indie shapers, and fellow surfers — then ride them in the waves you actually surf. Snowboards, skis, and mountain bikes are here too.

Whether you're hunting for a new daily driver shortboard in Venice Beach, a longboard for a week on the North Shore, or a step-up for a Central America trip, DemoStoke connects you with real boards from real people near the break. Skiers and mountain bikers can demo the same way. No more guessing whether a board will work based on specs alone.

For shops and gear owners, DemoStoke is a free platform to get your rental and demo inventory discovered online. We handle the listing, search optimization, and booking — you focus on keeping riders stoked.