We've said that the OBX are lighting up wave-wise on so many occasions, but this time it was in a much more literal sense. Today (Friday, 8/4/17) at noon, visitors will be allowed back on Hatteras & Ocracoke islands after an underground, main power cable was damaged during bridge construction -- the blackout forced thousands of visitors into a mandatory mass exodus. We're glad that the lights are back on, but keep in mind that our retailers lost a week of business during the heart of Summer. We know that our ambassadors in the area are holding it down, but please shop local and show support! Real Watersports Duck Village Outfitters Hatteras Island Board Sports Natural Art The boys taking advantage of some Summer waves #GhostTown Brian Basset by Mason Broach Dallas Tolson by Shelby Clark