Surfboard Hire Coolangatta & Rainbow Bay

Looking for surfboard hire in Coolangatta or Rainbow Bay? Our surf truck is conveniently located on the Rainbow Bay beachfront, just seconds from the water. We hire surfboards, softboards, bodyboards and wetsuits for beginners through to experienced surfers, with a range of boards suited to the local waves around Rainbow Bay, Greenmount and Snapper Rocks.

Pay on pickup — no online payment required. ID is required for all hires. Call or text to book.

Tandem Softboards

Big tandem soft-tops — extra volume and stability so two can ride, or for larger surfers.

From $40

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Ocean & Earth 8’6 Softboard

A big, super-stable 8'6 Ocean & Earth soft-top at 106.6 litres — maximum float for first-timers and larger surfers.

From $35

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Ocean & Earth 9′ Softboard

A big, super-stable 8'6 Ocean & Earth soft-top at 106.6 litres — maximum float for first-timers and larger surfers.

From $35

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Ocean & Earth 7’0 Softboard

A stable 7'0 Ocean & Earth soft-top at 71.3 litres — a forgiving, easy-paddling board for learning to surf.

From $35

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Ocean & Earth 6ft EZY Rider Softboard

A 6ft Ocean & Earth EZY Rider — a fun, performance soft-top for progressing surfers and smaller groms.

From $35

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Gordon & Smith 9’2 Classic Longboard

A classic 9'2 Gordon & Smith longboard for smooth cruising, easy paddling and clean small-to-medium waves.

From $40

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G-Torque Epoxy Mini Mals (8’6 / 7’6 / 7’3)

Tough, easy-paddling G-Torque epoxy mini mals in three sizes (8'6, 7'6 and 7'3) — the sweet spot for progression.

From $35

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Gunther Rohn 7’3 Mid-Length PU Pintail

A 7'3 Gunther Rohn poly mid-length pintail with a 5-fin setup and easy paddle power.

From $35

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Will Webber 7’10 PU Pintail (51.6L)

A 7'10 Will Webber PU pintail at 51.6 litres with a versatile 5-fin setup — another great all-rounder from 1ft…

From $35

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Wardy 7’10 Mid-Length Epoxy Pintail

A super-easy-paddling 7'10 epoxy mid-length pintail — a fun, do-everything board that works from 1ft to 6ft.

From $35

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Gunther Rohn 7’10 Narrow Mid-Length (44.5L)

A narrow 7'10 Gunther Rohn mid-length at 44.5 litres — a great-paddling, fun glider with a slimmer outline.

From $35

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Dylan Longbottom 6’5 Pintail (Light Epoxy)

A light 6'5 Dylan Longbottom epoxy pintail with a 5-fin setup and great paddle for its size — a lively…

From $50

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Town & Country 6’3 Rounded Pin (Epoxy)

A light, super-fun 6'3 Town & Country epoxy rounded-pin — a responsive performance board.

From $50

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Hurley ‘Ghost’ — Special Collector Board

A very special board in the collection — a Hurley 'Ghost', the model John John Florence rode to early success,…

From $50

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Wundabat

A 5'4" poly grommet shortboard at 19 litres — a fun, responsive performance board for progressing groms.

From $35

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Wunderbat V

A 5'0" poly grommet shortboard at 19 litres — a bit more size and drive for taller groms.

From $35

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Wunderbat VI

A 4'11" poly grommet shortboard at 18.53 litres — a nimble performance board for groms.

From $35

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Wunderbat IV

A 4'11.5" poly grommet shortboard at 18.4 litres — a fun, responsive board for groms.

From $35

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Wunderbat II

A 4'11" epoxy grommet shortboard at 18.53 litres — a nimble little performance board for groms.

From $35

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Wunderbat III

A tiny 4'10" epoxy grommet shortboard at 17.3 litres — quick and easy to turn for smaller groms.

From $35

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Rooster

A compact 4'11.5" epoxy grommet shortboard at 18.1 litres — a lively performance board for groms who already surf.

From $35

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Manta Sabre EPS Bodyboard

Fun bodyboards (boogie boards) for all ages — thrills and spills in Rainbow Bay's punchy little shore break.

From $35

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Tahwalhi XR9 Pro Bodyboard

Fun bodyboards (boogie boards) for all ages — thrills and spills in Rainbow Bay's punchy little shore break.

From $35

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Uniq Steph Bodyboard

Fun bodyboards (boogie boards) for all ages — thrills and spills in Rainbow Bay's punchy little shore break.

From $35

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Wetsuit Hire — Spring Suits & Steamers

A wide range of hire wetsuits — spring suits (short arm/short leg) and full-length steamers — in sizes from kids…

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Surfboard Hire on the Coolangatta Superbank

Hiring a board on the southern Gold Coast means surfing some of the best waves in the world. From our surf truck on the Rainbow Bay beachfront you’re a short walk from Snapper Rocks, Greenmount, Kirra and the full stretch of the Superbank — plus the protected corners of Rainbow Bay and Coolangatta Beach that are perfect for learning. Whatever your ability and whatever the swell is doing, we’ll match you to the right board.

Which board should I hire?

  • Beginners & first-timers — a softboard (foamie) is the way to go. All our boards provide you with loads of flotation and stability for catching waves at Rainbow Bay, Greenmount and Coolangatta Beach. Ideally, wave height for these boards is within the 1–3 foot range.
  • Improvers — a mini mal or mid-length bridges the gap off a foamie: enough volume to paddle easily, enough performance to start turning and trimming. Great around Rainbow Bay and Greenmount when waves are 1–4 foot.
  • Longboarders & cruisers — a classic longboard or malibu for smooth, flowing rides and noseriding down the points from Snapper Rocks right through to Kirra. Ideal for  1–6 foot offshore conditions.
  • Experienced surfers — hire one of our performance shortboards when the Superbank turns on: “behind the rock” at Snapper Rocks for experienced surfers only, or anywhere down the line right down to Kirra groyne. Ideal when the waves are firing in the 3+ foot range.
  • Groms — small, responsive performance boards for kids who already rip!
  • Everyone — bodyboards for all ages and abilities, anywhere, anytime — plus wetsuits (spring suits and steamers) to keep you comfortable year-round.

Easy pickup at Rainbow Bay

Our surf truck is parked right on the Rainbow Bay beachfront, seconds from the water! Hire by the session, the day or the week, with better rates for longer hires. Boards go quickly in peak season and school holidays, so it’s best to book ahead — call or text us on 0417 191 629 to reserve your board.

FAQs

You can hire surfboards directly from our surf truck at Rainbow Bay, Coolangatta, opposite Rainbow Place Holiday Apartments near the children’s playground on Marine Parade.

Surfboard hire starts from $35, depending on the board and length of hire.

Yes. Our Rainbow Bay pickup location is approx. 150 m from Snapper Rocks and 100 m from Greenmount and the Superbank.

Yes. We have softboards and easy-paddling boards suitable for groms and beginners, as well as mid-lengths, longboards and performance boards for experienced surfers.

Yes, you can hire our boards for as long as you need. Hire periods and rates vary by board, so check the individual board for more details or contact us and we’ll help organise the right hire period for you.

Generally, no. However, if you have a particular board or board type in mind, we recommend contacting us in advance to make sure it’s available when you arrive.

 

All our hire surfboards come ready to surf. We wax the surfboards and include fins and leg ropes.