FAQs
Where can I pick up my hire?
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We have two pickup locations: Gracetown (2 Percy Street) and Prevelly (Rivermouth Car Park, Mitchell Drive). When you book, choose the location closest to where you're staying or planning to surf. We'll have your gear ready when you arrive.
Which location should I choose?
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If you're staying in Gracetown, Yallingup, Dunsborough, or chasing Lefthanders or North Point — pick Gracetown. If you're staying in Margaret River township, Prevelly, or surfing Rivermouth, Surfers Point, or the Margaret River Pro coastline — pick Prevelly. Same gear and same prices at both.
Should I hire a softboard or a performance board?
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If you're a beginner, returning to surfing after time away, or under 12 years old — hire a softboard. They're forgiving, stable, and far safer. Once you're comfortable catching unbroken waves, paddling out, and managing yourself in the lineup, that's the time to step up to a mini-mal or funboard. From there, performance shortboards. If you're unsure, ask us when you arrive — we'll match you honestly.
What thickness wetsuit do I need?
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In Margaret River, a 3/2mm full-length suit is right suit nearly all year around, we have a selection of 4/3mm full-length suits for the middle of winter. We stock both at both pickup locations.
Do you have wetsuits and softboards for kids?
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Yes. We carry children's wetsuits from age 6 and up, and a range of kids' softboards — at both locations. Children must always be supervised by an adult in the water. For first-timers, we strongly recommend a lesson with Margaret River Surfing Academy first — visit mrsurf.com.au.
How do I book a hire?
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Book online through our website, call us on +61 415 129 973, or visit either pickup location in person. During peak season, we recommend booking ahead — especially if you have a preferred pickup location.
I'm a complete beginner. Should I hire or take a lesson?
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Take a lesson first. Surfing is harder and more dangerous than it looks, and Margaret River's coastline is powerful. A 2-hour beginner lesson with Margaret River Surfing Academy will fast-track your progress and keep you safe. MRSA students get 10% off our hire packages. Book at mrsurf.com.au.
What's your relationship to Margaret River Surfing Academy?
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Margaret River Surf Hire is the equipment hire arm of Margaret River Surfing Academy (mrsurf.com.au). Same family business, same standards, same team. MRSA handles lessons, tours, and programs. MRSH handles wetsuit, softboard, and performance board hire from two convenient pickup points.