10 Best Surf Gear And Gadgets In 2023

With seamless paddle zones for a chafe-free fit and padding in the knees to have effortless pops off the board, O'Neill Men's Reactor II 3/2mm Back Zip Full Wetsuit is designed based on the latest surfing technology. Crafted with a fabric that allows freedom in movement, O'Neill features FluidFlex Neoprene in the body and legs for warmth and durability.

Adding on, it has a Smoothskin Fluid Foam neck which does not allow even a drop of water to enter through the neck area. As the suit features a YKK back-zip system, getting in and out of is super easy. With an adjustable single-seal collar, O'Neill can handle cold water down to 60°F and offers UV protection, thus easily lands the 4th spot on our list of the best surf gears and gadgets. 

Featuring a training log, 200-lap memory, set timer, alarm, and LED light for night use, Casio G-Shock GBD800UC-5 Digital Watch is another top rated surf gadget for ambitious surfers who do not want to lose track of time during surfing. Casio G-Shock comes with a Bluetooth wireless technology that enables it to connect with the G-Shock app and display daily steps taken in each of 5 metabolic equivalents (MET) levels. It also allows the surfer to set goals and monitor the progress towards it. 

Using its auto-sensors, Casio G-Shock gets into a sleep state after a fixed period of non-activity, making the best of the battery. In addition to all these advanced functionalities, it withstands shock and resists water up to 200m.

With its unique construction to remain afloat, Putty Buddies Floating Silicone Earplugs comes with a universal fit that guarantees soft and comfortable ear protection to anyone who is up for water sports like surfing.

Available in bright colors, these earplugs come in a tacky textured design so that they do not get out of your ears when you are in action. The material used to design them is also of patented Flo-Tek silicone formula so that you can use them again and again, without losing their soft feel with time. Recommended by doctors, these pair of moldable earplugs are another great surfing gear to have.

Offering the best in load capacity, Orion Motor Tech Universal Car Soft Roof Rack Pad is a must-have for surfers who frequently travel long distances and want to have the highest protection available for their surfboards. Designed to fit most of the vehicles for carrying surfboards and other surfing accessories, Orion features a very lightweight design.

Thanks to the material used in its manufacture, it doesn’t cause any scratching or scuffing to the surface or the surfboard.  Traveling with this gear is never fussy as the gear delivers an anti-vibrating performance and guarantees the safety of your equipment with its ultra-long straps and aircraft buckle.

Constructed with the lightest, diamond groove EVA foam and industry-leading 3M adhesive, PUNT SURF Surfboard Traction Pad is just another top-rated surf gear we recommend for surfers who want some support with their grip. Features a 3-piece traction pad set design, Punt allows you to concentrate on the wave and go for critical button turns and cutbacks with complete confidence.

Moreover, the pad gives a pleasant feel to your feet and thus makes a long run on your surfboard possible, one of the many reasons why this gear has some great surf gear reviews about its performance. Besides, its compatibility with both wide and narrow surfboards impresses suffers from every level. 

The Unigear Premium Surfboard Leash is a well-designed, easy to use, durable, and comfortable gear that delivers excellent safeguarding for your surfboarding adventure. The gear is made of a Coiled leash made of Super Strong 7mm urethane cord, attached with a soft and comfortable ankle cuff. The ankle cuff attached to the cord features an easy to pull tab, which makes it simple to tie onto your ankle. Along with the cord, the connection hardware stands high on durability as its stainless-steel construct resists the seawater corrosion for a very long time.

With all these features, the gear also solves the problem of carrying a phone or keys as it comes with an IXP8 sealable waterproof case. The case has an adjustable waist belt and an adjustable lanyard so that you can combine it with the leash in the way that suits your surfboarding style.

Approved by Dermatologist and Sonny, Sun Bum Original Moisturizing Sunscreen Lotion gets the last spot on our list for its oil-free, water-resistant, and reef-friendly qualities. Suitable to most of the skins, this non-comedogenic sunscreen with SPF 30 delivers excellent UVA/UVB protection and brings benefits to vitamin E to your skin.

As the sunscreen comes from a line that is Hypoallergenic and free form Oxybenzone and Octinoxate, it is highly suitable for activities involving saltwater engagements such as surfing. All you need to do is apply it liberally on your skin 15 mins before you go in the water and you are readily protected for the next 80 mins. With no gluten and paraben, this quick-drying sunscreen lotion keeps the harmful sun effects away and let you enjoy your surfing sessions.