Refers to the barrier islands along North Carolina
coast. Including, but not limited to, Atlantic Beach, Salter Path, Indian Beach, and Emerald Isle. In some cases the mainland towns are considered part of the SOBX, including Morehead City, Beaufort, and Cedar Point
In rare cases, extreme southern
NC beaches will be listed as part of the SOBX, including Topsail Beach, and areas around Surf City.
Me: Hey let's take a day trip to the SOBX.
Him: Sure, but what's that?
Me: the Southern
Outer Banks. Let's go to Emerald Isle.