East Coast Sports
Sports Shop in Surf City, NC
Since 1952, our sporting goods store has been growing and expanding. What started out as a small, family business that catered to local fishermen has grown into a thriving community staple that helps people of all ages find their next adventure in the outdoors. We see visitors and locals from all over every year, and we have been able to grow our business into something that has something for everyone- even the family dog!
Areas Served
- Surf City, Topsail Beach, North Topsail Beach, Holly Ridge, Sneads Ferry, Hampstead, Jacksonville, Wilmington
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Sporting Goods
read moreIf you are looking for some fun and adventure, then we here at East Coast Sports want to help you find the right sporting goods to help you take full advantage of what this coastal area has to offer.Fishing Gear
read moreWe love fishing around here and want to help the community and tourists have a good time on the water. We are happy to help you find the right fishing gear, whether you are a beginner or expert angler. If you need fishing licenses, are interested in a local captain for a fishing charter, or just need to be pointed to a great fishing location, we can help.Outdoor Apparel
read moreWe have outdoor apparel that will work for everyone in your family, from the children up to the grandparents and everywhere in between. Even the family dog can get in on the adventures with the right doggy outdoor apparel and gear! Since 1952, we have been supplying the area with a variety of items to help people enjoy the outdoors, and we have to say that todays gear is better than ever before. With outdoor apparel that is light, comfortable, breathable, and durable, we are confident you will find some of your favorite outdoor adventure pieces right here in our store.Reviews Write a Review
Dennis Feuston
Jul 06, 2022
Favorite place on the island. prices are amazing and all the bait you need.
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Sarah G.
Apr 30, 2022
Great selection and amazing customer service. They answered all my fishing questions and helped me choose the best products to meet my needs.
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Brassai Mustin
Feb 26, 2022
I love this place! The staff are so helpful and even give recommendations and it doesnt feel like your being upsaled. I would absolutely recomend to anyone intrested in coastal sporting!
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Nicholas Dixon
Dec 06, 2021
Really impressed with the selection of tackle and equipment East Coast offers. From the selection that they offer, you can tell that they are employees are very knowledgeable fisherman. They have the good stuff! Past the tackle and equipment, the service here is amazing. Jerry and Chuck have been hugely helpful in turning me into a speckled trout fisherman - I really appreciate it guys
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Jennifer Schrage
Aug 09, 2021
Thank you Sully and Doug! You guys (and a few other staff and store guests) saved the day for us. We came by in the spring after my clumsy son dropped his friend's expensive fishing pole in the sound. Although we retrieved it, the reel was caked in mud. You guys helped us salvage what was almost a completely ruined fishing pole/reel. As my son and I had no fishing knowledge, we really appreciated being treated with genuine kindness, patience, understanding and that you shared so much of your experience and knowledge to help us!
I can't thank you enough. In addition to appreciating the service of going above and beyond for us, we love your shop and the huge selection of products with everything we needed! My son now loves fishing, so we look forward to seeing y'all again soon when we bring him back to Topsail :)
I can't thank you enough. In addition to appreciating the service of going above and beyond for us, we love your shop and the huge selection of products with everything we needed! My son now loves fishing, so we look forward to seeing y'all again soon when we bring him back to Topsail :)
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Donald Beale
Jul 19, 2021
Everything you need for fishing. From economical rod and reel combos to high end rods and reels. They have bait, all kinds of tackle ( inshore and offshore). Clean store. Like a candy land for fishermen.
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Daniel Moore
Jul 04, 2021
Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Probably easiest place on island to get fishing license. Good bait selection and decent prices
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Casie R.
Jul 03, 2021
I found exactly what I was looking for. Had a great experience customer service was excellent. I would recommend.
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Michael Soignet
Apr 03, 2021
Small bucket of flies, but I wish some place on the island carried more fly fishing gear. But still a great spot for everything else.
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Jerry Brooks
Mar 25, 2021
LOCAL OWNED AND OPERATED Biggest selection of offshore and inshore fishing equipment on the island. Tons of great clothes and souvenirs. The helpful staff are knowledgeable and eager to help. Some of the staff even fish the local waters multiple days a week so they have their "finger on the pulse" of whats biting around the island. Stop in and check them out.
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Raymond Kredell
Mar 08, 2021
Great store! Jerry is the man. Super helpful and got me set up with everything I needed to take the kids fishing in about 10 minutes. Go here for sure and talk with Jerry!
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Bradley Singleton
Jan 10, 2021
Great place to shop with a little of everything you need to get on the water. The employees helped set me up and I was catching fish in no time.
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Melissa Klinge
Nov 25, 2020
I love this place! The owner is an amazing man with a wonderful family. This place will have ALL your fishing needs!
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Rick Petersen
Apr 28, 2020
East Coast sports have been my go to spot for all fishing needs. They have all the equipment and bait and renew your license only minutes from water. I am glad they are open so I can safely acquire my bait and tackle.
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Chris Ellis
Dec 26, 2019
Helpful staff, Don was great. Opened on Christmas Eve which was much appreciated considering I needed to finish some shopping. Everyone come see Chris Medlin and his team when you are down.
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Scott Miller
Oct 05, 2019
Colin recommended a Diawa BG5000 reel paired with a Tsunami 9 ft MH Rod and it caught me a lot of fish on Topsail piers and in the surf. thanks Colin and East Coast Sports
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Christopher Nowell
Dec 27, 2018
Best place on Topsail/Surf City for fishing gear. Plus, these guys are super honest and will tell you straight up what you need to pull off the fishing you want to do. Bonus points for spooling your rod for you and the crazy wide selection of products.
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Rick M.
Jun 20, 2018
Stopped by to ask for advice as a noob saltwater angler. A little bit later I was catching fish in the surf and watching others as they looked on forelornly.
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Wesley Pollard
May 31, 2018
Great tackle shop! The staff is very helpful and friendly. My go to spot for tackle and bait. 5 stars
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Alan Sasser
May 13, 2018
Friendly and knowledgeable staff, great selection of fishing supplies, and excellent customer service.
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