Firmamento

Firmamento is a quality surf-inspired clothing brand born in La Barceloneta, the old fisherman neighbourhood of Barcelona. Their collection from tees to sweatshirts is made from organic cotton, recycled wetsuits, pure merino wool and recycled sails. firmamento.com

The Kit

The Kit is a collection of hand-picked travel items for the woman surfer by free-surfer Kassia Meador, designers Laura Rubin, Alexandra Cassaniti, and skin-care expert Jun Lee. Available for sale in NYC at Warm, LA at The General Store and online at Allswell.

Settembre Surf

Settembre Surf is a small workshop located in Sicily and overlooking the Mediterranean sea. They make their wooden surfboards by hand, drawing from their own history with the passion for Italian design while borrowing classic surfing heritage from overseas. www.settembresurf.com Photo by Helmut Berta. 

Sea Craft Supply Co.

For a taste of all things body surfing, we recommend Sean Starky's Sea Craft Supply Co. They carry all things oceanic, from fins to hand planes. Sean was featured in the bodysurfing film Come Hell or High Water, so he knows his stuff. Check them out at seacraftsupplyco.com.

Ziobaffa Wines

From filmmaker Jason Baffa (Singlefin: Yellow, Bella Vita) comes his latest creation: Ziobaffa organic wines. Jason has collaborated with traditional Italian artisans to create a wine that is inspired by the care-free surfing subculture. Find out more at www.ziobaffa.com.

Byrd Hairdo Products

Byrd was created by a Newport Beach surfer who was inspired by his great grandfather's old-time hair tonic and barbershop. With a nod to '60s surf culture (think Mike Hynson in The Endless Summer), Chase Wilson created a line of pomades in three different formulations and a pocket comb designed in collaboration with FCS fins. Find out more here: www.byrdhair.com

Dermasport

Surfers are constantly exposed to the harsh elements of sun, wind, and salt on a daily basis. Dermasport was specifically formulated for active water persons who want to restore the proper ph levels of the face. Key ingredients include anti-aging peptides, antioxidants, soothing natural extracts and botanicals. Find out more at www.dermasport.com

EMIl skateboards

Inspired by the scooter that Marty McFly converts to a skateboard in Back to The Future, Niklas Groschup decided to create a prototype and was amazed how well it rode. His unique sidewalk surfer was born when his friends tried one and asked him to make more! www.emilboards.com

Passenger Hoodie

Passenger hails from the South Coast of England near the New Forest situated a few minutes from the coast and the forest. The Drifter Navy hoodie is all about comfort. It has a printed geometric design on a hidden inside pocket and pocket bags. They currently have a 40% offer on all full price items.

A Life Outside

Catherine Brabec's film A Life Outside is a feature length documentary about the lives of six New Jersey surfers who pioneered surfing at the famed Casino Pier in Seaside Heights. With appearances by Gerry Lopez, Muckey Munoz, Corky Carroll, and Shaun Tomson. Available to purchase or download here.

Finshack Tote Bag

Finshack is giving away their 'Hero' bag, graphic inspired by often unsung heroes of fin design with every fin order over £40 in December. Check it out here: www.finshack.com

SurfEars

With SurfEars you can easily keep a normal conversation and hear what’s going on around you without feeling isolated. Blocking out water, cold air, dirt & bacteria, SurfEars help prevent ear inflammation (swimmer’s ear) and abnormal bone growth in the ear canal (surfer’s ear). Find out more about SurfEars at surfears.com or in the US at www.creatures-usa.com,

Bob McTavish: Stoked + More Stoked

Legendary Australian surfer/shaper Bob McTavish shares his story about his involvement in early days of surfing and shaping in his book, Stoked. More Stoked takes over where Stoked left off –the year 1968. More Stoked contains over 150 yet unpublished photos that takes off into the psychedelic hippy surf era followed by Country Culture up in heaven, the North Coast of NSW., Early Byron Bay, Angourie, and the mighty Lennox Head. Get your copy of More Stoked at mctavish.com.

Jones Mountain Surfer

Winter is here and in addition to big swells in the Northern Hemisphere, the hills will be alive with the frozen stuff. The Jeremy Jones snowboard design is hand-shaped by renowned San Diego, California surfboard shaper Chris Christenson. Available at jonessnowboards.com $349

Bodysurfing Handplanes

With films like Come Hell or High Water by Keith Malloy, bodysurfing has received more attention lately. Handplanes create lift giving the bodysurfer both increased speed and improved position on the wave. Here are some of our favorites: The recycled foam Enjoy handplane, the Wegener handplane crafted from Paulownia, and the Whomp handplane with subtle flex from marine ply.