Jack's Team Rider, Samantha Sibley, new self-edit of her recent surf trip to Panamá.
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Surf Stocking Stuffers 2025 | Small Gifts Every Surfer Will Love
🎁 Surf Stocking Stuffers 2025: Little Gifts, Big Stoke Tiny Packages, Massive Stoke.You’ve nailed the big gifts — now it’s time for the fun ones. Stocking stuffers are the unsung heroes of surf season. They’re the wax, zinc, coffee, and fin keys that keep every surfer stoked and session-ready. This list isn’t full of gimmicks — it’s packed with practical, surf-tested favorites that’ll make any surfer smile and think, “Finally, someone gets it.” The 2025 Surf Stocking Stuffer Lineup 1. Surf Wax & Comb Bundle Why It’s Great: Because you can never have too much wax — and you always lose the comb. Choose trusted brands like Sticky Bumps, Sex Wax, or Fu Wax. Pro Tip: Match the wax to the local water temp (cold, cool, warm, or tropical).Price Range: $5–$15Where to Find It: Jack’s Surfboards – Surf Accessories 2. Reef-Safe Sunscreen & Lip Balm Why It’s Great: Sunburns ruin sessions. Go reef-safe with Sun Bum SPF 50, Raw Elements, or ZincStick, and toss in a CocoBalm Lip Balm for good measure.Pro Tip: Keep one in your surf bag and one in your car — because you’ll forget otherwise.Price Range: $8–$20Where to Find It: Jack’s Surfboards – Sunscreen Collection 3. Fin Key (The Tiny Tool That Saves the Day) Why It’s Great: It’s the most forgotten but most needed item in surfing. You can never have too many.Pro Tip: Tie it to your surf bag zipper with wax comb string so you never lose it.Price Range: $5–$10Where to Find It: Jack’s Surfboards – Surf Accessories 4. Surfboard Ding Repair Kit Why It’s Great: Small, simple, and saves sessions. Fix dings before they ruin your board. Try Ding All SunCure Kit or Solarez Mini Tube Set.Pro Tip: Keep one in your glove box or travel bag for on-the-go repairs.Price Range: $10–$25Where to Find It: Jack’s Surfboards – Board Repair 5. Surf Leash String Pack Why It’s Great: Those tiny cords that hold your leash to your board break all the time. A pack of replacements saves panic in the parking lot.Pro Tip: Pre-tie a couple and stash them in your wax box.Price Range: $5–$10Where to Find It: Jack’s Surfboards – Surf Accessories 6. Car Air Freshener Why It’s Great: Because “damp neoprene” is not a vibe. Ocean breeze, coconut, or wax-scented — anything smells better than wetsuit funk.Pro Tip: Hang one in your gear bin and your car.Price Range: $5–$15Where to Find It: Jack’s Accessories 7. Mini Waterproof Phone Case Why It’s Great: Protects your phone from splashes, sand, and wipeouts. Perfect for beach days or surf trips.Pro Tip: Double as a waterproof pouch for cash or keys.Price Range: $10–$25Where to Find It: Jack’s Surfboards – Travel Gear 8. Surf Wax Comb + Keychain Combo Why It’s Great: Compact, clever, and always handy. The Ho Stevie! Keychain Comb keeps your board waxed and your keys together.Pro Tip: Great little add-on for any surf bag zipper pull.Price Range: $5–$10Where to Find It: Jack’s Surfboards – Surf Accessories 9. Beach Hair Essentials Why It’s Great: Salty hair is cute until it’s not. The Sun Bum 3-in-1 Leave-In Conditioner and Wet Brush Mini Detangler make post-surf life easy.Pro Tip: Throw both in your beach tote with a microfiber towel.Price Range: $10–$25Where to Find It: Jack’s Surfboards – Hair & Body 10. Surfboard Sticker Pack Why It’s Great: Stickers are surf badges of honor. Grab a mix of Body Glove, RVCA, Billabong, and Jack’s Surfboards stickers.Pro Tip: Add one to your water bottle or board bag for style points.Price Range: $5–$15Where to Find It: Jack’s Stickers 11. Reef-Safe Candle or Room Spray Why It’s Great: Bring that surf shop scent home. Try P.F. Candle Co. Surf Wax Candle or Malibu Beach Mist.Pro Tip: Light one after a surf trip — instant nostalgia.Price Range: $15–$30Where to Find It: Local surf-inspired boutiques. 12. Reusable Coffee Cup or Travel Mug Why It’s Great: Every dawn-patroller runs on caffeine. The MiiR Camp Cup or Hydro Flask Coffee Mug keep it hot from parking lot to lineup.Pro Tip: Pair with fresh roasted coffee (next item 👇).Price Range: $20–$40Where to Find It: Jack’s Surfboards – Drinkware 13. Fresh Roasted Coffee (For the Dawn Patrol Crew ☕️) Why It’s Great: No surf session starts without caffeine. A bag of fresh roasted coffee — local, small-batch, surf-inspired is the perfect morning fuel.Pro Tip: Add a tag that says “Fuel for your next dawn patrol.”Price Range: $15–$25Where to Find It: Local roasters or Favorite mountain town buy a bag of fresh roasted coffee. 14. Mini Waterproof Speaker Why It’s Great: Beach tunes that survive splashes. JBL Clip 5 or Sony SRS-XB13 keeps the vibes alive.Pro Tip: Clip it to a cooler or backpack — instant party.Price Range: $35–$75Where to Find It: Jack’s Surfboards – Electronics 15. Sunglass Strap or Floating Keychain Why It’s Great: Prevents heartbreak and lost shades. The Chums Floating Eyewear Retainer or Ho Stevie! Key Float are surf savers.Pro Tip: Choose a bright color — easier to spot in the lineup.Price Range: $5–$15Where to Find It: Jack’s Surfboards – Accessories 16. Gift Card (Local Surf Shop or Online) Why It’s Great: Perfect for picky surfers. Let them choose their own wax, boardshorts, or hoodies while supporting local surf culture.Pro Tip: Print it, wrap it, and add a sticker for flair.Price Range: $25–$100Where to Find It: Jack’s Surfboards Gift Cards Quick Reference Table Type Gift Price Range Essentials Wax, Zinc, Comb, Fin Key $5–$20 Fun Stickers, Air Fresheners, Keychains $5–$25 Useful Repair Kits, Sunscreen, Coffee Cup, Fresh Roasted Coffee $10–$35 Splurge Mini Speaker, Gift Card $25–$75 Call to Action Stock those stockings with serious stoke. Shop our full collection of surf accessories, wax, sunscreen, and coffee-friendly mugs at Jack’s Surfboards.com. Experience: Born salty, fueled by wax and coffee since 1957.
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Women’s Surf Gift Guide 2025 | Cool Gifts for Beach Lovers & Surfer Girls
Women’s Surf Gift Guide 2025: Beach Lover Gifts She’ll Actually Freak Out Over If She’s Always Sandy, Smells Like Coconut, and Says “I’ll Be There After the Tide Drops…” you’ve found your list ;) Shopping for surf girls is an extreme sport in itself. She probably already has three bikinis that “feel lucky,” sunscreen preferences that rival skincare routines, and an emotional connection to her beach towel. This guide is for you: the friend, boyfriend, sister, or dad, who just wants to get her something she’ll love (and actually use). We surf, we test, and we spend way too much time in beach parking lots, so you’re in good hands. The Ultimate 2025 Surf Girl Gift Lineup 1. The Dream Bikini (That Stays On When She Ducks Under Waves) Because nothing kills good vibes faster than a wardrobe malfunction at low tide. Go for surf-tested brands like Body Glove Smoothies, Billabong Sol Searcher, or Seea Hermosa suits. They fit snug, stay put, and look amazing from Malibu to Maui.Price Range: $65–$120Why She’ll Love It: Comfortable, classic, and built for movement. 2. Beach Bag That Fits Everything (And Still Looks Cute) Because she’s basically a walking beach pop-up shop. Check out the Aloha Collection Day Tripper or Slowtide Beach Tote; waterproof inside, stylish outside. Perfect for towels, snacks, sunscreen, and seventeen hair ties she’ll never find again. 3. Cozy Changing Poncho Wrap her in comfort with the Slowtide Cotton Poncho or Nomadix Changing Poncho: post-surf warmth meets boho lounge energy. Bonus: doubles as an airport hoodie for spontaneous surf trips. 4. Lightweight Wetsuit for Endless Summer Vibes Because she’ll say it’s not cold while visibly shivering. The Body Glove EOS 3/2mm or O’Neill Bahia blends style and performance. Bright colors, flexible fit, and warm enough for shoulder-season sessions. 5. Waterproof Phone Case (For That Perfect Wave Shot) She’s going to film that sunset set…trust us. GoPro Hero 13 Surf Edition or Catalyst Waterproof Case keeps tech safe from splash zones. 6. Beach Blanket That Screams “Main Character Energy” Sand-resistant, vibrant, and big enough for two. Slowtide Woven Blankets or Rumpl NanoLoft Beach Blankets are perfect for picnics, van life, or full-day beach hangs. 7. Surf Watch or Smart Band Tide data + fitness tracking = one less excuse to miss perfect waves. Check out the Nixon Siren Surf Watch or Apple Watch Ultra with Ocean Band. 8. Sun Care Kit That Smells Like Vacation Because reef-safe is the new self-care. Bundle together Sun Bum SPF 50 Lotion, CocoBalm lip balm, and a reef-safe zinc stick. Bonus points for aloe vera gel (the real hero after those “I’ll be fine” sunburn days). 9. Surfboard Sock (Yes, That’s a Thing) Keeps her board safe, scratch-free, and looking fresh. We like Creatures of Leisure or Ho Stevie! Board Socks in bright tropical prints. 10. Comfy Beach Slides The go-to shoe for every beach girl on earth. REEF Cushion Vista or Havaianas Luna Sandals—effortless, comfy, and work with every outfit (even grocery-store chic). 11. Reusable Water Bottle (Because Hydration = Happiness) And she’s probably lost at least two. A Hydro Flask 32oz or MiiR Wide Mouth Bottle keeps water cold from first light to last wave. 12. Surfboard Wax Bundle No surfer ever has enough wax. Grab a few Sticky Bumps Warm-Tropicals, add a cute wax comb, and wrap it in a small tote for that “I totally planned this” look. 13. Portable Bluetooth Speaker Tiny but mighty—perfect for beach days and sunset sessions. JBL Clip 5 or Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 are durable, waterproof, and sound amazing. 14. Surf Trip Journal or Planner For the organized (or pretending-to-be) surfer girl. Get a cute, eco-friendly surf travel journal—ideal for logging waves, trips, or spontaneous Baja escapes. 15. Gift Card to Her Favorite Surf Shop When in doubt, let her pick the perfect fit, color, or vibe herself. Support local surf culture and give her the joy of shopping for exactly what she wants. Quick Reference Table Type Gift Price Range Big-ticket Wetsuit / Smartwatch / GoPro $250–$800 Mid Bikini / Poncho / Blanket / Beach Bag $60–$200 Stocking Wax / Lip Balm / Sandals / Water Bottle <$50 FAQs Q: What’s the safest gift if you’re not sure what she already has? A: Go for the beach bag, blanket, or suncare kit—they’re always useful and never awkward. Q: Are surf-specific bikinis really different? A: 100%. They’re designed to stay put when she’s paddling, not lounging. Function first, fashion follows. Q: What’s the best small gift for a surfer girl? A: Wax, zinc, and a reusable bottle—simple, cheap, but incredibly thoughtful. Key Takeaways Surfer girls love gear that’s beautiful and functional. Choose quality over novelty—it’s about how it feels, not how flashy it looks. When in doubt: go for comfort, color, or something she can take to the beach. Call to Action Ready to be the hero of her holiday season? Shop our full collection of women’s surf gear, bikinis, and beach accessories at Jack’s Surfboards.com. [CTA image: “Flat lay of surf gifts—bikinis, poncho, blanket, and sandals on beach sand.” Alt text: “Women’s surf gift guide 2025 flat lay with beach essentials.”] How to Share & Repurpose This Post 📌 Pin it: Women’s Surf Gift Guide 2025 – Beach Lover Gifts. 💌 Send to a friend who just texted “I don’t know what to get her.” 📱 Post a Reel: “5 Gifts Every Surfer Girl Actually Wants.” 📰 Share on LinkedIn or Threads as “Holiday Picks for the Coastal Soul.” 📧 Add to your holiday email flow for conversions + engagement.
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Men’s Surf Gift Guide 2025 | Cool Gifts for Surfers He’ll Actually Use
Men’s Surf Gift Guide 2025: 15 Gifts He’ll Actually Use (and You’ll Look Like a Legend) If You’re Shopping for a Guy Who Smells Like Saltwater and Says “One More Wave”…you’re in the right place. Buying gifts for guys, let alone surfers, can be tricky. He already owns three leashes, his favorite board’s name is probably “Betsy,” and if you ask him what size fins he uses, he’ll answer with something that sounds like a math equation. This guide was built for you: the friend, girlfriend, sister, or mom who just wants to get him something he’ll actually use. We surf, we test, we know. And we are here to help :) The 2025 Surf Gift Hit List 1. A Wetsuit That Doesn’t Smell Like 2022 Because “vintage” shouldn’t describe neoprene. Upgrade him with a Body Glove Red Cell 5/4/3 or O’Neill Hyperfreak Fire. They’re flexible, warm, and actually dry before the next dawn patrol.Price Range: $300–$550Why It’s Great: New-tech thermal lining means he’ll surf longer and complain less. 2. Surf Watch That Tells the Tides, Not Just the Time ;) Because missing the tide is the surf equivalent of showing up to brunch after they stop serving breakfast. Look for the G-SHOCK Digital Watch or Apple Watch Ultra (yes, it’s waterproof).He’ll finally stop asking you to Google “when’s high tide?” every weekend. 3. Changing Poncho: Public Decency, Simplified Comfy, absorbent, and approved for post-surf parking-lot quick-changes. We like the Bamboo Winter Changing Poncho—it feels like a hug from a beach towel. 4. Waterproof Speaker That Survives the Sand Because silence isn’t always golden… sometimes it’s awkward. Try the JBL Clip 5 or Bose SoundLink Flex. Hang it on a backpack, bring it to the beach, still work when someone “accidentally” sprays it with saltwater. 5. Surf Wax Stocking Stuffer A classic. Get a few bars of Sex Wax or Sticky Bumps plus a wax comb. Toss in sunscreen and he’ll call it the most thoughtful gift ever (because it saves him a trip to the surf shop). 6. The Boardshorts Upgrade 2025 brought some killer prints—browse Jack’s Surfboards Boardshorts for a unique gift.Or look for Body Glove, RVCA, or Vissla for some classics. Quick-dry, four-way stretch, pocket for keys. He’ll wear them to surf, brunch, and maybe even your cousin’s wedding (don’t let him). 7. Surfboard Repair Kit Because “it’s just a pressure ding” always turns into a story.Get a Ding All SunCure kit: affordable, easy, and it keeps small problems from turning into expensive ones. 8. Car Seat Cover for the Eternal Wet Butt Neoprene waterproof covers mean he can drive home soaked without turning the seats into a science experiment. 9. GoPro Hero 13 Surf Bundle New 2025 model, better stabilization, and actual waterproof mic. Mount it to his board so he can show off that one wave he swears was a barrel. 10. Surf-Trip Duffle The Dakine Mission Surf Roller fits boards, fins, wax, and maybe his sense of adventure. Perfect for Baja runs or last-minute road trips up the coast. 11. Local Surf Shop Gift Card When in doubt, let him choose—plus you’re supporting local surf culture. It’s the cool-kid way to say “I tried, but you’re picky.” 12. Reusable Coffee Cup + Wax Comb Combo He’ll use both every morning: coffee before dawn, wax before waves. Check MiiR Camp Cup + Pickle Wax Remover. 13. Surf Magazine Subscription (Yes, They Still Exist) Magazines like The Surfer’s Journal have made a full comeback. Beautiful photography + real stories = actual coffee-table material. 14. Beach Bonfire Blanket Warm, sand-proof, and big enough for two. ;) Jack’s and Rumpl make ones that roll up into backpack size. 15. Lessons or Surf Camp Voucher If he’s new to the sport (or needs to unlearn his bad habits), gift him a lesson pack or surf-camp weekend. Experiences > stuff. Quick Reference TableFAQs Q: What’s a safe gift if I don’t know his surf level? A: Go with essentials—wax, poncho, towel, sunscreen, or shop gift card. They fit any surfer, beginner to pro. Q: Are surf watches worth it? A: Absolutely. Tides and sunrise data are gold for planning sessions. Q: Should I buy a board as a gift? A: Only if he’s given you the exact specs. Otherwise, stick to accessories—it’s like buying shoes; size matters. Until Next Time It’s no secret that surfers truly value function over flash, so choose gear he’ll actually use, not decor. When in doubt, local surf-shop cards or experiences never miss. Ready to score major gift-giver points? Check out the full lineup of men’s surf gear at Jack’s Surfboards.com or your favorite local shop.
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