The Avon Sail House has been in business for 10 years on Cape Hatteras, Outer Banks, North Carolina. Owned and operated by Margaret Nold and Olaf Podehl, the Avon Sail House is located on Highway 12 at North Kinnakeet Drive-- it is the first commercial enterprise on the ocean-side as one drives into Avon from the north... look left!
The shop features exceptional windsurfing equipment for the discerning customer. The brands of equipment are that which we believe to be superior for performance, high strength-to-weight ratio, simplicity and aesthetics. We sail it; we sell it, and yes: it looks good! Demos are available from the shop during the wind seasons (Spring and Fall). Gear may be purchased year-round: visit our shop in season, or contact for shipping.
As well, the Avon Sail House is a full-service sail repair loft, including many material matches and batten repairs/replacements. Industry trained 11 years ago in the Gorge, we repair all brands, as long as they are fresh-water rinsed clean and dry upon delivery. Please note: sails for repair must be clean and dry for the most expedient service, and to save Olaf grumbling at you.
The Avon Sail House is in-season with the winds on Hatteras Island: Spring (late March to early June)
Fall (late September to end of November).
Shop Hours: 7 days/week. Spring: 9am-6pm, Fall: 9am-5pm
Summer season is spent in the Gorge, where we repair sails only
at the
Gorge Surf Shop: 13 Oak Street; Hood River, Oregon.