Shopping for a surfing enthusiast and stumped on what to buy? Our top list of the best gifts for surfers has pinned down some totally righteous gear, apparel, and gadgets for every type of surfer.
Including items for making the most of a beach day, accessories for enhancing the performance of one’s equipment, as well as some more technical gear, there is something here for everyone!
This is a far superior personal trainer than your typical balance board – so don’t get it mixed up with the rest of the industry’s offerings. The Swell 2.0 offers a particularly large board and roller that enable both heel-to-toe and side-to-side balance training, so you can really challenge yourself on this device.
Durasoft traction on the deck provides a soft and supportive feel that can be comfortably ridden with shoes or barefoot, and magnetic removable stops enable you to adjust the difficulty of the trainer little by little. It’s an awesomely fun device that you can set up for reserved core strength training, or for some more reckless balance and skill development.
It’s fun to fidget on, effective at improving your core strength, and designed to actually challenge even experienced surfers, so this will no doubt make for an exciting gift for any and every surfer on your shopping list!
The Microfiber Changing Towel Robe by COR Surf is an invaluable tool when it comes to ensuring some privacy while de-robing in public spaces in order to get in and out of your wetsuit.
This is essentially a towel and changing robe in one. It’s built from soft and absorbent micro-fiber fabric that dries quickly, and even features a hood and front kangaroo pocket for some added cozy-factors!
This towel/poncho is perfectly suitable for getting bare-naked underneath and then pulling on your wetsuit right on the public beach or in the parking lot! Alternatively, when it’s time to pack it up, the coverage this towel provides while shedding your neoprene will be super appreciated during the colder months of the year!
With a few fade-resistant colors and patterns to select from, scoring a COR Changing Towel Robe for all the surfers on your shopping list is made easy!
This just might be our favorite surfing gift included on this list. The Nemo Helio Portable Pressure Camp Shower is perfect for getting cleaned up after surf sessions, as well as for hosing down your wetsuit and other salt-sensitive gear in order to ensure maximum lifespan!
When you get out of the water and peel out of your wetsuit, the first thing on most surfer’s minds is getting in the shower to de-salt and de-sand. Upon arrival home, wise surfers will furthermore hose off their wetsuit and additional neoprene insulating apparel in order to combat the corrosive, damaging effects of saltwater. With the Helio Camp Shower, surfers can clean themselves and their gear before they even depart the beach!
If you’ve got plans post surf session, then owning a reliable, high-quality portable shower such as this will enable you to get properly cleaned up like you would at home. This is not a janky, hanging solar shower that delivers next to no water pressure and has to be awkwardly hung from something overhead, but rather a reliable, pressurized camp shower that maintains an impressive flow-rate by simply pumping the foot pump a few times during operation.
Available with either an 11 or 22 liter reservoir, the Helio Shower includes a hand nozzle attached to a 7-foot hose rather than a simple water release that you can point and shoot at your gear, or yourself. The 22-liter model will provide you with 7 to 10 minutes of strong, continuous spray, so if you’re quick you and a buddy will have enough time to effectively rinse off! If you don’t run the shower continuously, then you can really squeeze a lot of use out of it!
The black color of the reservoir will help to heat the water via solar energy, so if you put it somewhere sunny you’ll end up with some fairly warm water! It should also be noted that you cannot over inflate the pump, so you don’t have to worry about damaging the shower in that regard.
Perfect for washing down the dog, completing dishes on campouts, and even hosing off dirty vehicles after some off-roading in search of waves, the applications of the Helio Shower are impressively versatile, so make sure the surfer you’re shopping for realizes the full potential of this awesome tool!
How about the gift of a handsome board rack for complementing the living space of the surfer you have in mind or adding some organization to their gear locker? The COR Surf Wooden Surfboard Wall Mount will make for a great decorative piece or functional tool depending on one’s needs, and can also accommodate a wide range of other toys such as snowboards, skateboards, fishing rods, skis, and more!
Available in two different dashing natural wood aesthetics, the surfer you have in mind can set up this board rack precisely to their needs when it comes to installation. Space the two sides of the rack as far or as close as you want in order to accommodate for any length board, or remove the center arm in order to display a board upright in a more artistic manner. All the necessary hardware for installation is included.
Thin rubber strips on the face of each rack tier are integrated into the design in order to avoid board dings and scuffs, so you won’t have to worry about this rack damaging whatever it is you mount on it!
Attractive, highly functional, and versatile in its applications, the COR Surf Wooden Surfboard Wall Mount is a no-brainer when it comes to selecting a killer surfing gift!
Front Runner’s Cub Pack Storage Bins are a brilliant tool for organizing all of one’s surfing gear and additional equipment while on the go. Designed for effectively packing and organizing all of your equipment on overlanding expeditions and road trips, this is an invaluable tool when it comes to bringing order to otherwise cluttered and incoherent vehicles!
Measuring 17.3 by 12.4 by 8.3 inches, these are medium/small-sized bins ideal for trunk spaces, attachment to roof racks, and even simple back-seat placement! The bins clip shut to ensure secure closure, and can furthermore be stacked for more efficient storage configurations and even greater packability.
If you’re more interested in gifting a BIG storage bin, check out the 108-Quart Plano Storage Trunk for a large and in charge organizer.
Built from high-density polyethylene plastic, the Cub Pack Storage Bins are engineered to endure the most aggressive of on-the-road abuses, so rest assured they will hold up wonderfully in the long run. Purchase a few Stratchits from the brand and you can easily secure these bins onto most roof racks – just be mindful that they’re highly water-resistant, and not entirely waterproof.
Perfect for separating wet and dry gear, organizing all of the essentials for a camp/beach kitchen, or stashing a bunch of warm towels and layers for when you jump out of the water, the applications of these righteously versatile bins are endless!
This pop-up shelter measures 150 by 150 inches and has 80 inches of headroom, so it’s quite spacious in there. You can easily fit 5 or 6 people underneath the coverage the Quick Canopy Tent provides, so its perfect for group use.
Setup is exceptionally easy – simply run the three equal length fiberglass poles down each integrated canopy sleeve and then attach the included sidewall if you want to cover one face of the tent. Guylines are also present if you need to secure this shelter in higher winds.
The entire shade tent furthermore breaks down into a convenient backpack carry bag, so transporting and storing this shelter is made easy!
The perfect surfing gift for setting up a proper base camp in virtually any conditions, Kelty has engineered a stellar companion for the outdoors with this one! Make sure to check out our list of the best pop up beach tents if you like this gift idea but want to explore some other options!
We probably don’t need to tell you how incredible GoPro’s line of action cameras are for capturing the most exciting of moments during outdoor pursuits – but we wanted to be sure to include this gift idea here in case it slipped your mind! GoPro’s HERO9 Black Waterproof Action Camera is the newest and most feature-rich camera from the brand that is exceptionally equipped to record some truly awesome surfing footage and photos.
This camera is inherently waterproof and shockproof, so it can be mounted onto a board or your person while actively surfing. The HERO9 is capable of shooting 5K video, and 20MP photos, so chances are the surfer you’re shopping for has never had the opportunity to capture their favorite hobby at this level of clarity and quality.
Featuring new and improved features from the brand including advanced video-stabilization, time-lapse modes, and live-streaming and webcam capabilities, the content creation, and editing possibilities are incredibly vast here. This camera will make for an outstanding option when it comes to creating amateur or professional level edits – so the sky is the limit here!
A super crisp front and rear screen display are present for an even more user-friendly experience, and the brand has still managed to improve battery life by roughly 30%! There is also of course a tremendous array of compatible accessories and camera mounts for capturing every style shot you can think of!
All things considered, it’s tough to beat this gift idea if it’s within your budget when it comes to shopping for any lover of action sports and/or photography! No doubt a brilliant gift for ambitious surfers with an appetite for unique, and high-quality content-creation!
Transporting your board to and from the beach can be a real pain depending on your vehicle. If you’re shopping for someone who struggles to load up their surfboard, or typically needs a ride to the water because they just don’t have the means to safely secure their board to their own vehicle, the HEYTRIP Universal Soft Roof Rack Pads will make for an outstanding gift!
These simple roof rack alternatives can support up to 160 pounds and are compatible with essentially any type of vehicle. There are no tools required for installation, and setup is quick and easy!
Featuring two 15-foot tie-down adjustable straps with padded cam locks and two 15-foot bow and stern tie-downs, you can secure multiple surfboards, kayaks, SUPs, skis, and more with this versatile transport system!
Integrated non-slip mats on the underside of each roof-pad furthermore ensure there is no annoying shaking or rattling when driving at higher speeds, so this isn’t a janky roof-rack system that will betray you once you hit the highway.
Affordable, versatile in its application, and easy to set up and utilize, the HEYTRIP Universal Soft Roof Rack Pads are a perfect gift idea for surfers and outdoor enthusiasts alike!
The SHARKBANZ 2 Magnetic Shark Repellent Band is an innovative and scientifically proven device that reduces the risk of a shark attack by utilizing patented magnetic technology to disrupt sharks’ electrical senses. If you’re shopping for a surfer who frequents surf spots that hold a potential risk for shark encounters, this is a great peace-of-mind tool for them to own.
The SHARKBANZ is worn like a bracelet or anklet and requires no charging or batteries – it’s always on and working. The magnetic disturbance the device creates in order to deter sharks has been extensively researched by marine biologists and third-party entities – so this is not a gimmick.
While sharks are wild animals that are unpredictable and behaviorally diverse, there is of course no guarantee that this device will stop an encounter. That being said, the research being done investigating the effectiveness of this technology is quite encouraging – so if there is a shark risk where you surf – why not wear one!?
The device is comfortable to wear, functional down to 330 feet, and in our opinion, pretty aesthetically cool! It should also be noted that many customer reviews praise the SHARKBANZ for its ability to ward off stingrays – another nasty culprit when it comes to potentially hazardous wildlife encounters while surfing.
These earplugs are designed to prevent surfer’s or swimmer’s ear and keep your ear canals from filling with water during even the heaviest of conditions – but they don’t overly-dampen your hearing. They’re color-coded in order to instantly pop them into the right ear, and feature an awesomely ergonomic and easy to use lanyard system.
Give the gift of hearing protection to your favorite avid surfer with this gift idea and ensure they don’t end up deaf after countless years of duck diving and wipe outs!
Here’s one of our favorite picks from our list of the best camp games that will add some rowdy excitement and competition to any beach day! If the surfer you have in mind loves spending time on the beach as much as they love getting barrelled, then the game of BucketBall will make for an awesome affordable gift!
This game set includes 12 ultra-durable buckets, 2 tailgate balls, 2 hybrid balls, 2 bucket pong balls, a tote bag, and instructions. The gameplay is fun and easy to learn for everyone – it’s essentially a scaled-up version of beer pong for those that have played. Easily packed due to the nesting design of the buckets and able to set up in seconds, this will likely become a staple on each and every surfing trip and casual beach day to come!
With a lifetime warranty included, you can furthermore purchase in confidence that you’re scoring a quality product.
Ok – here’s a seriously cool and unique gift idea for a surfer who’s known to go the whole nine yards when it comes to setting up on the beach. The Vidalido 4-Season Double Layered 6-Person Dome Tent will make for a righteous home base on extended surfing campouts, and is equally awesome for day-trip use as a shade and/or privacy shelter.
Measuring 12.5-feet across and providing just under 8-feet of interior headroom, this is a BIG tent for large group use, or for setting up a truly luxurious temporary beach home for camping pairs or soloists.
This is a versatile design that can be divided into two tents, utilized as solely a mesh screen-tent for bug exclusion, and equipped with a large overhanging vestibule in order to create an open patio-space. You can do a lot with this innovative, and LARGE tent option, so consider how the surfer you’re shopping for might apply this piece of gear.
Built from anti-tear 190T patterned polyester and 150D Oxford fabric and featuring reinforced steel support poles, this tent is furthermore entirely waterproof and able to endure the elements. We don’t recommend this tent for setup during truly aggressive weather, so maybe consider something else if you’re shopping for a full-on storm-chaser.
The nylon polyester mesh doors and roof go on to ensure awesome ventilation when exposed, so you can air out this tent as much as you want, or batten-down the hatches to maintain as much insulating ability as possible.
The dome tent can set up in as little as 5-minutes with a little practice, and collapses into a duffle-bag style carry case that weighs just 14 pounds. This makes the Vidalido Tent impressively packable considering its impressive erected dimensions, so it can tag along on road trips and even on flights!
Wonderfully affordable for the inherent quality, versatile in its potential applications, and totally unique and fun as a gift idea in general, this highly capable piece of camping gear is bound to be a hit with any surfer with a passion for really setting up on the beach!
Here’s a must-have for any avid beach-goer. The erda Lightweight Beach Windscreen is a pivotal tool for kicking back with your toes in the sand that effectively creates a wind-free space for lounging, snacking, and setting up the perfect base camp to surf!
Measuring 20 feet long and built from 100% polyester wind and water repellent fabric, this windscreen can be set up in a straight line, as a U, or as an L. It’s a great tool for delineating your personal beach space and creating a bit of privacy as well – because every avid surfer knows that marking your territory on the beach is very much a real thing!
Combine two of these windscreens for a truly extensive wind and sand barrier that can fully encompass even the biggest of beach groups!
The Teslyar Surfboard Rack is a safe go-to surfing gift that any lover of the sport will be thrilled to recieve if you’re truly stumped on what to gift the surfer you have in mind.
Built from durable hardwood and equipped with discrete, soft felt padding to avoid board scuffs and slipping, this is a high-quality board rack that’s both aesthetically sharp, and highly functional.
You can of course space the two brackets specifically to your needs in order to accommodate short boards, longboards, snowboards, skateboards, skis, and more. With all of the necessary hardware included for mounting on hard walls and dry wall, setting up this board rack is furthermore a piece of cake!
Perfect for displaying an old, battle-worn board that’s been retired, or for conveniently stashing the go-to shredder in your line-up, this is a fantastic surfing gift offered at a steal of a price point!
The O’Neill Psycho 3mm Hood is a brilliant surfing accessory to own for when the water temps become just a touch too chilly to comfortably endure.
This easy pull-on 3mm cap is a bit less restrictive/invasive than a full-on 5 or 6mm hood, so if the surfer you’re shopping for feels like their current cold-water insulating accessories are cramping their style, they’ll LOVE this gift idea. The Psycho Hood might not provide as much warmth as a thicker-built hood, but it is in turn far more comfortable to wear, and still quite toasty for persisting in moderately chilly temps.
Glued and blind stitched seams further bolster the integrity and stop water from leaking in, while the interior is further reinforced with the brand’s Firewall. Wind-resistant UltraFlex smooth skin neoprene makes up the exterior – a particularly comfortable to wear alternative to traditional neoprene builds.
Best of all, the brand has integrated a trimmable visor brim that effectively blocks the sun and channels water away from the eyes while actively surfing. Can you say cowabunga!??
The ALPS Mountaineering Weekender Seat is the perfect companion to bring along on any BYOC (bring your own chair) outing where comfort and packability are a must. This ultralight, stadium-style seat will work wonderfully as a throne for checking the surf, lunch breaks, and waiting on the tide to turn!
Featuring webbing straps that allow you to adjust your ideal seating position, ergonomic carry handles, and just the right amount of cushion, this is a truly handy seating option that has masterfully balanced comfort and portability. The Weekender seat also features bottom straps that can be used to secure the chair to bleachers and bench seats on canoes, as well as a back mesh pocket for stashing a few essential items.
Available in a wide array of colors and priced super reasonably, this is a stellar go to surfing gift that will no doubt see some frequent use both on and off the beach!
Shopping for a surfer who’s lucky enough to live a bike ride away from the beach? If you answered yes, then the COR Surf Shortboard Bike Carrier Rack should absolutely be on your radar for gifting!
Built from rustproof and lightweight aluminum and stainless steel, this innovative board rack is compatible with any and every type of bicycle – so fret not if you’re worried about this tool being a fit with your favorite surfer’s bike! The rack simply secures to the bicycle seat post with a simple, included 5mm Hex key, so popping this brilliantly designed carrier on and off your ride is made easy.
The rack can support up to 16 pounds, so pretty much any board you feel comfortable riding with on a bicycle will meet the weight requirements. Bright green foam bumpers go on to protect your board from scuffs and scrapes, and furthermore ensure you’re as visible as possible to drivers!
A unique and highly practical gift for the right type of surfer that will add some safety and style to their beachward commutes!
The Coleman Camp Propane Grill Stove is an awesomely affordable and highly capable cook system for all-season use grilling up burgers and dogs, boiling water for coffee, and frying up eggs to name just a few potential applications.
This handy camp stove features 11,000 BTUs of heat across its 180 square inches of grilling surface, so you can really turn up the heat with this bad boy! Coleman’s Perfect flow technology goes on to provide consistent performance in even the most extreme conditions, while integrated wind panels for shielding the grilling space also double as side-tables.
Best of all you can cook food directly on the grill grate, or place pots and pans right over the burners. This enables you to cook or heat essentially anything – especially considering the generously sized grill surface.
The surfer you’re shopping for will LOVE owning this grill for a variety of contexts. Campouts on the beach, summer grill sessions, and winter coffee warm-ups are all made possible with this excellent value cook system!
If you like this gift idea, then make sure to check out our post on the best portable camp cookers for some other awesome options!
You know what they say – “there ain’t no fire like a beach fire!”. Alright, that might be my own motto, but anyone who’s ever enjoyed a bonfire with their toes in the sand and the waves within earshot will no doubt agree with this statement.
While firepits are typically simple vessels for safely containing heat and fire, the Solo Stove Ranger Portable Outdoor Fire Pit is a marvel of modern engineering that provides an experience far from your average bonfire. This unique innovation within the world of fire pits is designed to super-efficiently burn firewood, while also putting off next to no smoke!
The brand recently sent me one of these smokeless fire pits to test for myself, and I’ve got to say – It’s one of the most downright awesome pieces of outdoor gear I own! The design and functionality of Solo Stove’s Portable Fire Pits are thus far unrivaled in the industry, so if you’re interested in gifting the best of the best option when it comes to bringing a bonfire on the go, this is it!
The double-wall insulated build and bottom vent holes for enhanced oxygen circulation are what maximizes the airflow and burning process of these righteously engineered fire pits. It’s quite impressive how much heat output and light is generated by this device considering its tiny, highly packable size – Solo Stove found a way to really give you a lot of bang for your buck with this one.
The bottom of the fire pit also remains cool to the touch, so you can place it on heat-sensitive surfaces such as grass, patios, and stone.
Best of all, when it’s time to pack it up, these fire pits slide right into their included carry bag for easy transport and take up very little packing space. Wha-lah!
It’s a fire pit, it’s a grill, but most importantly, it fits in a beach bag or is easily carried! Designed for maximum convenience as well as heat output and cooking strength, the UCO Flatpack Portable Stainless Steel Grill and Fire Pit is a must-have item for avid beachgoers that your surfing crew will be ecstatic to own!
Available in two sizes, we recommend the regular option measuring just 13 by 10 inches. It’s an instantly deployable design that operates as a go-anywhere fire pit, which can then be outfitted with a grill grate for easy open-fire or charcoal cooking.
Once it’s cooled back down, simply collapse the Flatpack back to its roughly one-inch width and slide it into the included canvas carry bag – it’s that easy! No more rolling out cumbersome fire pits, or bringing along heavy gas grills with fuel canisters – this is your one-stop-shop for breach fires and food!
Built from stainless steel, this unit will handle the aggressive corrosive environment of the salty beach just fine, so rest assured it will remain a staple piece of gear for many years to come.
If you like this gift idea, don’t forget to check out our list of the best portable fire pits for some additional options like this!
Here’s a great pair of casual sandals for summer wear, and for accommodating rapid-changing in and out of your wetsuit. The Merrell Men’s Veron Slide Sandals are comfortable, affordable, and surprisingly capable over a variety of terrain considering their open-toe build.
Every surfer has a trusty pair of slides, flip-flops, or slip-ons for trips down to the beach – so why not gift a pair of freshies to the guy you’ve got in mind? The Veron Slide Sandals are equipped with an EVA foam midsole for a nice degree of cushioning, and also feature a durable rubber outsole for some impressively reliable traction.
A synthetic upper-hook and loop closure system is integrated for quick adjustability, and a Microfibre lined removable EVA foam insole takes the comfort rating here far and beyond your typical sandal. The Verons are pretty neutral aesthetically, but definitely feature a cool, laid-back look that can be worn just about anywhere!
Make sure to check out our list of the best camp shoes if you like this gift idea in order to get a look at a bunch more of our favorite footwear for casual, kick-back applications.
The OluKai Women’s Ohana Sandal is a wonderful choice of footwear for the surfing gals in your world that offers unparalleled comfort, support, and style for this style of sandal.
These high-performance sandals are ideal for quick trips to the beach, as well as for prolonged wear, and they feature a totally cool coastal-lifestyle aesthetic! If the woman or women you’re shopping for are due for a new pair of casual surf-kicks, this is a great place to start looking!
Engineered with a non-slip EVA footbed and compression-molded EVA midsole, the Ohana Sandals do not behave like a typical pair of flip-flops, but rather offer some real cushioning and support. The deep, anatomically contoured Drop-in Comfort soles furthermore go on to create a particularly awesome foot-hugging fit that is nothing like wearing flat-footed sandals.
The synthetic leather water-resistant upper strap is quick-drying and won’t mind wet feet, while the soft nylon toe post webbing ensures chaffe-free wear, no matter how pruny your feet might be!
Lastly, the boat-approved non-marking rubber outsoles feature a coral reef lug design, so the brand has made sure to add a little flair here! With a wide selection of strap colors and patterns to choose from, selecting a pair for all of the ladies on your shopping list is a breeze!
No real explanation needed here – what you see is what you get with the ONIVA Beachcomber Portable Beach Mat. This is a truly luxurious beach seat for kicking allll the way back before and after surf sessions, as well as for spectating or photographing friends.
Featuring a sturdy steel frame and a fully padded body, this lounge seat is built to last with high integrity in mind. A durable polyester fabric makes up the body of the seat and will effectively resist fading even in high UV environments, so rest assured this gift idea is in it for the long run!
Featuring a shoulder strap and able to fold up to just 21.3 by 21.3 by 2.8 inches, the Beachcomber Beach Mat is furthermore impressively easy to carry out onto the beach and back. A fairly spacious zippered pocket is also integrated into the back of the seat so you can bring along all of your beach essentials hands-free.
Including a lifetime guarantee and offered at a more than reasonable price point across the inclusive color/pattern selection, this is a wonderful fail-safe gift for virtually any surfer!
Most passionate surfers spend just as much or even more time scouting the waves and watching the break from shore as they do actively surfing – so the gift of a nice new pair of binoculars will make for a totally awesome and practical piece of gear. Celestron’s Outland X Fogproof & Waterproof 8×42 Binoculars are the perfect tool for the task of wave-watching and will without a doubt become an instant staple in your favorite surfer’s essential gear locker.
Equipped with multi-coated optics that help to obtain high resolution and high contrast views, these binoculars provide some seriously crisp and clear viewing for the price point. The Outland X’s have furthermore been filled and sealed with dry nitrogen gas in order to prevent internal fogging of the lenses, and also feature a particularly rugged exterior for shock-absorption in the event they take a tumble. This makes this pair of binoculars a great beat-around option that has brilliantly balanced integrity and performance.
Perfect for watching the swell develop over the course of a tide from the truck, or for watching friends tear it up from the beach, the Outland X’s are a wonderful tool to own for a variety of surfing contexts!
Just like any other outdoor hobby, maintaining the health and integrity of your surfing gear is pivotal to ensuring longer equipment lifespans and higher overall performance. This Wetsuit Cleaner and Conditioner kit from GEAR AID will make for a brilliant stocking stuffer or add-on surfing gift that will help whoever it is that you’re shopping for to get the most out of their wetsuit!
Designed to remove salt, algae, bacteria, and chlorine, this cleaning kit is perfect for rejuvenating and adding miles to that trusty wetsuit that’s been through it all! The treatment effectively adds lifespan to wetsuits, drysuits, booties, and life jackets by keeping the neoprene nice and supple, while also protecting against fading and dryness.
One 10 fluid ounce packet is good for 10 washes, so this cleaner furthermore goes quite a long way for the price point!
Another product from the brand worth considering is the GEAR AID Revivex, Odor Eliminator. This treatment is meant to reduce or eliminate odors caused from mold, mildew, sweat, and pets – so if the surfer you have in mind needs to do a little spring-cleaning when they pull that musty wetsuit out of the basement, they’ll bow down to you for thinking of this product!
Here’s a brilliant product for avoiding the frustrating chafing that can occur due to wetsuits, board finishes, and neoprene booties and gloves. SURF BUTTA Anti Chafe Balm is an easily applied solution to painful rubbing and friction that is both water and sweat resistant!
Applied like you would a stick of deodorant, this life-changing product will save your thighs, feet, underarms, ribs, neck, and more from uncomfortable chafing of any kind. The treatment is long-lasting, fragrance-free, and skin-friendly for daily use, so it’s ok to make it part of your surf-routine.
Great for watersports, skiing, hiking, sport and fitness applications, and more, this is furthermore a handy product to own for all sorts of contexts outside of the surfing world that anyone who leads an active lifestyle will love owning!
Available in a wide variety of charming colors and covered with a slip-free, dishwasher safe powder-coating that feels great in your hand, these water bottles are on another level of awesomeness when it comes to both aesthetics and functionality.
The brand’s TempShield double-walled insulation will keep beverages cold for up to 24 hours, and hot for up to 6, so this high-capacity vessel is fantastic at maintaining the temperature of both ice water, and hot coffee. The durable stainless steel design will furthermore not transfer any flavor once properly washed, so you can go ahead and use it for a variety of different beverages.
Above everything else, we decided to include this water bottle here because of its large volume. 64 ounces is a lot of hydration – so this water bottle will encourage the surfer you’re shopping for to drink up during physically demanding days in the water. There are however several smaller sized options available through this link if you like the idea of gifting something a bit less cumbersome.
This gift idea needs no explaining – it’s a cup holder that you can wear around your neck for go-anywhere beers or beverages! The FishPond River Rat 2.0 Beverage Holder is a lightly insulated wearable coozie that will enable the surfer you’re shopping for to always keep their drink on hand.
Built from 1680D TPU coated recycled nylon and equipped with an insulating liner, these beverage holders are built to last through years of heavy abuse – so go ahead and beat up on them all you want. Heck, if they’re an experienced rider or SUP enthusiast, then it’s only a matter of time until the surfer you have in mind starts wearing this beer-accessory right out into the waves!
Nite Ize’s RunOff Waterproof Bags are a simple and straightforward on-the-water accessory that enable safe, submersible storage of wet-sensitive items.
Available in a few different sizes, these waterproof bags offer a wide array of potential uses. The surfer you’re shopping for can keep their essential items sand and salt-free while kicking back on the beach, or even use these storage companions to paddle out through the set with a phone, camera, or speaker safely secured.
With mounting options integrated into almost all of the RunOff Dry Bags, it’s easy to integrate this waterproof storage onto your person, luggage, or perhaps even your surfboard or SUP!
This innovative accessory is essentially a large waterproof portable bag that can accommodate one wetsuit and a towel along with swimsuits. The bag can be opened fully and dropped on the ground as a mat, and then cinches shut with a simple barrel-closure system.
It provides you with a sand and abrasion-free space to peel out of your wetsuit that’s both more comfortable and warm on your feet than the raw beach or parking lot pavement. Once you’re out of your wetsuit, simply drop it where you stand and cinch up the bag. Wha-lah!
Built from a PVC Poly fabric, the Wet Bag is built to hold up through many seasons of stomping on it and stuffing it with wet gear!
Available in several different colors to match any car’s interior, these easy to implement seat covers pop on and off in seconds and are compatible with just about every vehicle model. They furthermore work with most front seats and back seats.
Waterproof, soft and comfortable to the touch, and able to roll up for compact storage when not in use, this is most definitely a handy tool to own depending on the interior of one’s vehicle.
Owning a high-quality rash guard is underrated in our opinion, especially for surfers who live in climates where the ocean temperature is at least seasonally warm. The O’Neill Men’s Basic Skins UPF 50+ Long Sleeve Rash Guard is a fantastic choice for stand-alone wear during the warmer parts of the year, and is also suitable for under-wetsuit wear in order to combat chafing.
The minimal-seam design keeps this second-skin rash guard from riding up or uncomfortably rubbing anywhere on your frame, so this shirt effectively does what it’s supposed to – prevent chafing! The spandex/polyester blend is furthermore UV resistant, offering UPF 50+ protection. This makes it a great accessory to own for sun protection alone – especially if you’re surfing with close proximity to coral reef habitat and want to be mindful of your sunscreen use in order to avoid negatively impacting the local ecosystem!
With a wide color selection to choose from, you can furthermore match the aesthetic of this rash guard to any guy’s preference. For a ladies’ alternative to this gift idea, make sure to check out the O’Neill Women’s Premium Skins Upf 50+ Long Sleeve Rash Guard!
This mat allows sand to pass through it from the top side, but does not allow sand to come up through the underside that’s in contact with the ground. If you kick up a bit of sand onto the mat while moving around, simply give it a little rub with your hands and it will magically disappear right through the fabric!
It’s a wonderful tool for picnicking, napping, reading, and watching the waves that will keep you and your snacks and gear totally sand-free!
The material feels just a bit plasticky to the touch, but it’s still totally suitable for laying out on in your bathing suit without feeling sticky, itchy, or abrasive against your skin. There are furthermore a bunch of aesthetically awesome patterns to choose from, so you can personalize this gift idea specific to the style preference of the surfer you’re shopping for!
This almost 500-page book dives deep into the origins of surfing and the surrounding culture it’s created in its wake, including some awesome rare photographs, and sections covering some truly neat surf-lore, philosophy, and legends of the sport.
Warshaw, the former editor of SURFER Magazine, offers a unique perspective into the surfing world with this text that even die-hard enthusiasts may not have considered. For those that understand the mystique of this righteous hobby, this is a wonderful piece of journalism written by one of the top authorities on the scene!
The surfer you have in mind will no doubt be captivated by this page-turner of a book and most definitely feel the stoke!
This vertical wall poster speaks for itself and will undoubtedly make for a fantastic surfing gift for any daring big-wave enthusiast. Available in a few different sizes, you can purchase a smaller poster, or go big!
The Solar Qwnn Light with Power Bank and Mobile Charger is a wonderful little lantern for illuminating the beach after dark and before sunrise that also doubles as a reliable power bank for your other electronics.
Built from military-grade sailcloth, this origami-influenced, foldable lantern is water and sand resistant, and folds up nearly flat for super easy storage and transport.
Featuring up to 40 hours of continuous light after just 8 to 10 hours of solar charging time of 4 via USD plug-in, this is an exceptionally long-lived lantern that will keep the party going for several nights of beach camping or hanging on just one charge. Simply leave the Qwnn Light out in the open to catch some rays while you’re catching some swell, and it will never be without power!
No doubt a wonderful gift idea for wave-searching nomads who often find themselves on the beach in the dark, Solight Designs has come up with a stellar lighting and charging device with this one!
The Big Joe Waterproof Duffel Bag by Big Agnes is a killer gear-hauler for more equipment-intensive surf sessions and for embarking on road trips or international adventures in search of waves!
Available in a wide array of sizing and color options ranging from 45 to 110 liters, you can purchase this bag as a medium-sized equipment duffle, or as an extra-large gear-hauler. The 420D high-tenacity nylon construction is built travel-tough to withstand the abuses of any expedition and is furthermore 100% waterproof due to the fusion-welded seams.
The surfer you have in mind could use this as a designated wetsuit and towel bag if they chose to in order to keep their wet gear separate from the rest of their equipment, but there are certainly some less expensive options available for that application. Where this bag really excels (in our opinion) is as a travel companion.
Adjustable padded straps can be configured as backpack straps or as shoulder straps, while separate compression straps are included with the larger model bags in order to keep the duffel from becoming too awkward and cumbersome when fully packed. A nice array of nylon webbing loops are also integrated into the design for externally attaching gear to the duffel, so you don’t have to put everything inside. Lock compatible zippers are also included here for some added security while traveling.
All things considered, this is one seriously practical bag to own for both casual and super-intensive surfing applications that virtually any lover of the sport will be thrilled to own!
This powerhouse speaker features impressive noise output, clarity, bass richness, and battery life for its size, so it’s a killer choice for supporting parking lot hype-sessions before and after surfing, as well as full-on beach parties.
This model speaker features DBSOARS’s stereophonic active two-way fractional frequency system and double passive radiator design, providing powerful and balanced bass capabilities compared to the competition. The brand has also equipped this speaker with Bluetooth V5.0 technology, enabling stable wireless connectivity from up to 100 feet away! There is also an integrated microphone for supporting hands-free phone calls while you’re connected.
Available in several different color options and offered at a more than reasonable price point considering the sound quality and capabilities here, this is one awesome value gift idea from DBSOARS that’s bound to be a hit!
If you’re shopping for a surfer who’s know to have aches and pains, then the Chirp Wheel+ For Back Pain Relief should absolutely be on your radar for gift giving.
Available as a set, or sold separately at different intensity levels, the Chirp Wheels are designed in the words of the brand to “stretch and massage the thoracic and lumbar region muscles improving strength, flexibility, and balance which has a powerful preventative effect that reduces the chance of injury and enables muscles to hold up better against strain.” Sounds right up the alley of your favorite sore surfer right?
Designed with an injection molded rigid core that supports up to 500 pounds, these miraculous back-saving wheels are furthermore a fit for athletes of all shapes and sizes. The brand sent me a few Chrip Wheels a while back, and whenever I’m feeling stiff or sore after periods of high exertion, extending and stretching my spine with these bad boys has worked wonders for me.
To loosen up and score a few needed spine pops, simply line the canal in the center of the wheel up with your spine and roll back onto the device. Operation is easy, and with the set of different intensity wheels, the user can experiment with finding just the right amount of pressure.
Help to keep your favorite swell-chaser in proper physical condition with a thoughtful gift such as this, and maybe consider how you might utilize a Chip Wheel in your own fitness regiment while you’re at it!
Built from 80% Polyester and 20% Viscose and featuring laminated fleece fabrics and a DWR coating that provide warmth and protection from wind chill and precipitation, the Departed Anti Series Hoody is an impressively technical piece of apparel for the price point.
This full-zip hoody remains soft to the touch despite its impressive degree of weather resistance, so rest assured it’s a cozy layer to jump into after peeling out of your wetsuit. Pass-through wrist-cuffs even go on to eliminate chilly drafts from the sleeves up, so you can really lock your warmth in with this garment.
Featuring welded zippers, a generous pocket schematic, and a sharp color selection to choose from, this is a truly feature-rich garment that will no doubt look and feel great as a surfing companion for the guy you’ve got in mind!
This half-zip polar fleece is pretty darn warm on its own, so the surfer you have in mind will love jumping into its embrace after tearing up some frigid winter waves. The Switchback Pullover features a relaxed fit that’s easy to layer, and is trimmed with contrast ripstop details for a unique and oddly elegant aesthetic that somehow still says “surfer-girl”.
Equipped with a large anorak style front pocket and side zippered pockets for keeping your essentials close on hand, Billabong has made sure to design this fleece with the most important feature of all for the adventurous outdoorswoman – pockets!
Available in a few different striking color and pattern options, the Switchback Pullover Fleece is bound to be a knock-out gift for the right woman!
The Fjallraven Expedition Pack Down Hoodie is the perfect piece of outerwear for enduring the freezing cold on those winter wave-searching adventures! Available in both men’s and women’s sizing, this is a great gift for any surfer on your shopping list.
If the surfer you’re shopping for doesn’t let the cold season stop them from getting in the water, they will LOVE owning a down jacket as capable as this for wear before and after winter sessions. The brand describes the Pack Down Hoodie as a “lightweight, flexible hooded down jacket for winter activities” and “perfect as a reinforcement garment on top of or under a shell jacket”. It’s a truly high-performance garment that’s versatile in its applications, but however the surfer you’re shopping for chooses to utilize it – they’ll be warm!
Filled with 700 fill power, ethically sourced goose down, and further integrated with a synthetic insulation over the shoulders for enhanced moisture resistance, Fjallraven has not spared anything when it comes to the quality of craftsmanship on this one. The outer fabric and lining are built from lightweight, 100% recycled polyamide, so the brand has really designed this jacket to be sustainability-sourced on all fronts!
Designed for trekking applications, this is the perfect jacket for enduring blustery winter beach walks in search of swell. The brand recently sent me a Pack Down Hoodie to test in the field, and it’s been my go-to piece of outerwear for catching sunrise over the ocean while scouting the day’s waves.
Perhaps best of all, due to the inherent nature of the down insulation and lightweight fabrics used to build this jacket, the Pack Down Hoodie as the name implies, is an exceptionally packable layer for stowing in a beach bag or luggage. It even stuffs into its own pocket for maximum portability!
Remarkably toasty, a piece of cake to pack on any outing, and aesthetically simple yet striking, Fjallraven has engineered a seriously capable and versatile down jacket with this one that’s bound to light up the eyes of any avid surfer or outdoorsman!
One of our favorite options from our list of the best beach carts, this trusty gear-hauler features a heavy-duty frame that can support up to 150 pounds, and a 31 by 21 inch space to load equipment. The 600D polyester fabric used to build the body of the cart will stand up nicely to abrasion, sun, and salt, and furthermore cleans up nicely if you make a mess in there.
The wheels are suitable for pulling over sand, but if you really load this cart up to the max, it may be difficult to tow in softer substrates depending on your strength.
With a deployable side-table and integrated cup holders, the surfer you’re shopping for will be living large once they make base camp!
This feature-rich cooler backpack is a fantastically engineered beach-companion that sports an exceptional insulating ability, comfortable strapping for bearing heavy loads, and totally cool aesthetic. Available in 15 and 22 liter sizing and offered in several different sharp color schemes, the Unbound Backpack is without a doubt a head-turning piece of gear that your favorite surfer can expect to receive a lot of compliments on while wearing.
Featuring smart insulation that keeps the pack’s contents cold for 48 hours, 100% leakproof and waterproof Aquaseal zippers, and an FDA-approved easy-clean BPA-free liner, Hydro Flask has hit all the bases with this one. The exterior of the pack is furthermore abrasion and puncture-resistant, so don’t let this pack’s sleek and hip aesthetic fool you into thinking it’s anything short of super durable.
HydroFlask’s True Access hinged top paired with the flat-bottom design are our favorite two features. The brand has engineered a cooler backpack whose contents you can easily access without having to root around like mad, that also stands up straight!
Attractive, highly capable, and innovative on all fronts, the Unbound Soft Sided Cooler Pack from Hydro Flask is a righteous accessory for the beach and beyond that’s well worth the price point!
Make sure to check out our top list of the best insulated backpacks for some other awesome options of varying size and price point!
This camera bag is the perfect size for bringing along all of one’s DSLR essentials without having to tote a cumbersome, awkward pack. It offers a fair amount of storage, but it ideal for contexts in which you want to remain minimally burdened by your packed gear.
Featuring collapsible interior dividers for a nice degree of organization and adjustable bottom carry straps capable of stashing a tripod or an extra layer, you can do a lot with this 8-liter camera bag for its size. A designated phone pocket and front organizer are also included here, making this an impressively feature-rich bag overall.
Built from Cordura fabric, the Hex Ranger DSLR Sling is furthermore built to be highly abrasion-resistant and will therefore stand up nicely to the abuses of photographing surf sessions and other potentially physically demanding endeavors.
Available in a few different sharp camo patterns and colors, this sleek and handsome camera sling will make for an awesome affordable gift for any photography enthusiast.
The PGYTECH OneGo 18L Camera and Drone Backpack is a compact, easy to grab-and-go, secure storage option for camera and drone gear that will make for a stellar gift idea for your favorite surfing photographer and/or videographer.
Equipped with the “ModulePro” storage system, this pack features customizable dividers in order to set up this pack just the way that makes sense for you and your gear. The innovative design of the 180° opening and two side pockets furthermore allows for instant, easy access to the contents inside, so the surfing enthusiast you’re shopping for will never miss a shot opportunity due to slow-reaction time ever again!
While this pack is more intended for urban use than it is for the outdoors, it’s still very much capable as a beach bag, just be mindful of the materials’ limitations. That being said, an “AirFiber” back panel gives a ventilated and sweat-free experience, while the high-performance PU coating ensures high abrasion, weather, and dust resistance.
While this bag is sized at just 18 liters to remain low profile and easy to tote around beach breaks, boardwalks, jetties, and dunes, there are accessory straps and a loop present on the pack bottom to ensure you can effectively carry more cumbersome items such as tripods.
Built tough, engineered with a mindful schematic for interior and exterior organization, and nicely sized for run-and-gun style shooting, the OneGo 18L Camera and Drone Backpack will make for a brilliant companion for any surfer or surfing enthusiast with a passion for photography.
The NOMATIC McKinnon Camera Pack will make for a truly knock-out gift for any surfer with a passion for photography!
This advanced camera bag is designed to accommodate all of your camera gear and accessories, while also providing you with a separate clothing compartment capable of stashing up to roughly five days of clothes.
The internal organization schematic is entirely customizable for personalizing this pack exactly to your needs, and furthermore fully unzips like a clamshell in order to provide unimpeded access. A zippered side-pocket also offers convenient instant-access to the main pack compartment.
Featuring a laptop/tablet sleeve, lockable zippers, a durable water-resistant construction and an RFID safe pocket for your valuables, this is an exceptionally feature-rick backpack that’s well worth its price point.
Internal supports combine with multiple external adjustment and support straps to evenly distribute heavy gear-loads, and a removable waist strap is also present. The McKinnon Camera Pack is also carry-on approved, so it makes for an awesome travel companion as well!
If the surfer you’re shopping for doesn’t own a board bag, then this value option from Dakine will make for a much-needed, practical gift idea.
This bag is intended for lightweight, everyday use and offers some moderately padded storage. It’s not designed with the same level of protection as a travel case provides, but is more geared towards road-tripping and beat-around applications as opposed to traveling with your board as checked luggage.
Built from a heat and water-resistant tarpaulin material and equipped with a padded adjustable shoulder strap and a stash pocket for packing along some extra fins or wax, this board bag is the perfect versatile companion for most surfing contexts.
Available in a variety of sizing, it’s easy to match this gift idea to the dimensions of your favorite surfer’s board.
Maybe the surfing enthusiast you’re shopping for already owns a surfboard bag but doesn’t have a snowsports bag in their gear locker – check out our list of the best snowboard bags if you like this gift idea but want to switch board sports.
The Pro-Lite Finless Coffin Surfboard Travel Bag is a must-have piece of gear for any surfer who’s interested in loading their boards and accessories for a long-distance trip in search of swell! If you’re shopping for a surfer who’s already an international wave-nomad, or for an aspiring adventure-shredder, this travel bag will prove itself to be an invaluable tool in their essential gear locker.
Built with a 600D polyester construction at 25-inches wide with a 5-inch gusset in order to create some additional interior volume, this board bag is equipped with 10 millimeters of foam padding to protect up to 3 boards during transport. The bag includes internal dividers and seat belt straps, as well as four exterior compression straps for slimming its packed-profile.
Multiple interior storage/fin pockets are integrated, as well as an exterior side pocket – so there is a fair amount of accessory storage built into this travel companion. A name badge is also present for easy and undisputed identification of your gear.
Equipped with an adjustable deluxe shoulder strap, toting this travel bag is made as ergonomic and comfortable as possible – even if it’s fully loaded. When it’s time to store this travel accessory, the tri-fold design makes stashing it in a compact manner a piece of cake.
Pro-Lite has furthermore built this bag with an integrated vent in order to ensure your boards receive some airflow during transport and don’t overheat – a simple but underrated feature, especially if you care about your wax-job!
The O’Neill Heat 5mm Round Toe Booties will change your favorite surfer’s life if they lack neoprene booties for winter wear, or are surfing with an old and worn pair.
Keeping your extremities effectively warm and dextrous out in the surf is essential to having a good time during cold conditions, so if there’s anything worth investing in as a winter-surfer, it’s proper insulation.
O’Neil has equipped these booties with a FluidFlex round toe, interior taped seams, and a glued and blindstitch seam construction to ensure maximum integrity and lifespan. A forefoot strap and an anti-flush shin strap go on to provide you with a snug and secure fit that won’t feel shifty underfoot.
It’s a straightforward bootie option that offers standard warmth and traction, and a particularly high level of comfort. For the price point, it’s tough finding a better value bootie than this even for everyday surfers who put their gear through a lot of abuse!
The O’Neill Psycho Tech 5mm Mittens are a no-nonsense option for keeping your hands effectively warm out in the surf during even the most brutally cold conditions.
Built from Techno Butter 2 Neoprene and wind-proof smooth skin, these mittens are exceptionally light and flexible despite their thicker construction. An O-ring seal around the wrist enables easy pulling on and off of the gloves, but also effectively excludes water from entering the mitten.
A tacky grip goes on to cover the entire palm and length of the fingers, so the Psycho Tech Mittens provide you with a stellar grip and impressive dexterity for a mitten!
While some surfers prefer gloves over mittens due to the ability to retain finger control, the insulating ability of a mitten that keeps all of your fingers huddled together rather than in separate neoprene slots is undoubtedly warmer – not to mention a mitten generates higher paddling strength.
Whether or not the surfer you’re thinking of already has a traction pad equipped on their board, this will be an appreciated gift that will either see instant action, or be added to their lineup of reserve-gear. Traction pads eventually lose their adhesive after being used and abused through countless surf sessions, so having an extra one ready to rock is a brilliant idea!
This is a full size 12 by 12 inch pad that can be widened to your liking through the placement of the three separate components. The brand also offers a front traction pad at an equally reasonable price point that will complement this gift idea wonderfully!
With an awesome selection of colors and patterns to choose from, you can even personalize this gift idea to the preferred aesthetic of the surfer you’re shopping for!
Built from an ultra-light EVA foam with strategic cutouts throughout the design to further reduce weight and add texture, this is a truly minimalist way to add traction and impact protection to your board deck without sacrificing grip-quality. The 20 by 40 inch pad can furthermore of course be cut into whatever shape and size traction strip, square, swoop, or trapezoid you prefer!
Available in several different colors, you can even match the aesthetic of this customizable grip-tape to the board you have in mind.
The World Surf Map is an awesome piece of art/decor that will trap any and all surfing enthusiasts for many minutes of viewing. This poster is super detailed and just downright fun to look at, so it will absolutely make for both a fun and thoughtful gift idea.
Featuring some seriously extensive, well-drawn imagery across the entire globe, this map depicts all the world-renowned breaks and locations known for swell, as well as many destinations you’ve probably never heard of! Including a bit of commentary on many of the points of interest, this is the type of poster that you can scrutinize without it ever getting old!
Measuring 37.8 by 22.05 inches, it’s furthermore the perfect intermediate size for complementing any living or working space without being too large and loud. Your favorite surfer will no doubt get lost in this art piece time and time again, and might even be inspired to do some research of their own in order to plan a local or international adventure!
This brush set includes two different beechwood brushes featuring horsehair bristles that are specially designed to effectively and gently remove sand from surfboards, coolers, chairs, beach toys, and more! A quick brush-down before re-packing the vehicle will make a world of difference when it comes to the amount of sand and debris that enters your seats and floormats – so this is quite honestly an excellent value gift considering the avoided wear and tear on your vehicle.
Complete with a compact microfiber bag, this gift idea will make a welcome addition to any surfer’s essential gear kit!
Gift shopping for an avid surfer and stumped on what to buy? Our top list of the best gifts for surfers has tracked down some totally righteous gear, apparel, and gadgets for every type of surfing enthusiast!
