How It Works
Browse gear based on where you ride, how you ride, and what makes you feel alive. Demo snowboards, skis, bikes, or surfboards from local shops, indie shapers, or other riders — all matched to your conditions, skill level, and vibe.
If it clicks, keep riding it. If not, try again — until you find the one.
1. Find Local Gear
Browse through available equipment in your area using our interactive map. Filter by category, skill level, and distance to find exactly what you need.
- • Snowboards & Skis
- • Surfboards
- • Mountain Bikes
- • Equipment from local shops and shapers
2. Request a Demo
Connect with the gear owner and arrange a time to try out the equipment. All demos are coordinated through our secure platform.
- • Direct messaging with owners
- • Flexible scheduling
- • Safety guidelines provided
- • Demo calendar integration
3. Buy What You Ride
If you love the gear, purchase it directly from the owner or shop. If not, try something else! No pressure, just pure stoke.
- • Try before you buy
- • Direct owner transactions
- • No commitment required
- • Find your perfect match
Why DemoStoke?
We're revolutionizing how outdoor enthusiasts find and try gear.
Safe & Secure
All transactions and communications happen through our secure platform
Flexible Scheduling
Demo gear on your schedule with our integrated calendar system
Community Driven
Connect with local shops, shapers, and fellow riders in your area
Ready to Find Your Perfect Gear?
Start exploring available equipment in your area and connect with the local outdoor community.
The Smarter Way to Find Your Next Ride
DemoStoke is the action sports gear marketplace built for riders who want to try before they buy. Browse surfboards, snowboards, skis, and mountain bikes from local shops, indie shapers, and fellow riders — then demo them in the conditions you actually ride.
Whether you're hunting for a new daily driver shortboard in Venice Beach, looking to demo powder skis at Big Bear, or searching for a mountain bike rental near your favorite trails, DemoStoke connects you with real gear from real people in your area. 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.