Ron Jon Surf Shop

The Ron Jon Surf Shop was established in 1959 on the shores of New Jersey by Ron DiMenna, a talented young man who had just started surfing on fiberglass surfboards.

His hobby quickly turned into a passion. Homemade surfboards were no longer sufficient. Ron wanted a custom surfboard made in California. Upon learning of this, Ron’s father offered the advice, “Buy three, sell two at a profit, then yours will be free”. Because of his dad’s advice, the surf shop was established.

First, he started selling surfboards out of his parent’s attic. Then he opened an actual shop in a trailer park in 1961. Eventually, his little surf shop quickly became the surfing Mecca for everyone who lived along the Atlantic beaches as the surfing culture took off on the East Coast.

Because of this, the shop has grown into a world-famous surfing mecca with locations in New Jersey, Florida, South Carolina, and online. Visited by surf and beach lovers from around the globe, Ron Jon Surf Shop is recognized worldwide as an icon of the surf and beach lifestyle.

Everything you need for a fantastic day at the beach is available in the 7,500 square foot ocean blue and yellow store, which is complemented with surfboards on its outer walls.

A “One of a Kind” Ron Jon t-shirt is a must-have when leaving Myrtle Beach. It makes the ideal gift for friends and family back home!