1Sex Wax Quick Humps surf wax, purple
Sex Wax is the surf wax most surfers know by name, and Quick Humps purple is the soft grade for cool water. It goes on easily and gives a sticky grip in the temperatures British surfers paddle out in. Wax gets used up all the time, so it's a gift they'll actually use.
Pros
- A classic, well-known wax.
- Soft grade for cool water.
- Cheap enough to add to another present.
Cons
- Too soft for warm-water trips.
- Works best over a basecoat.
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2StoreYourBoard Minimalist surfboard display rack
This rack puts a surfboard on the wall like a piece of art. It's two slim aluminium brackets with felt-padded arms that hold a board flat against the wall, and they fit most shortboards and longboards. It frees up floor space in a hallway or garage and shows off a board they're proud of.
Pros
- Shows a board off like art.
- Padded arms protect the rails.
- Fits most surfboards.
Cons
- Holds one board.
- Needs drilling into the wall.
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3Sticky Bumps cold water surf wax, 5 blocks
Every surfer needs wax, and they get through it fast. Sticky Bumps is one of the classic names, and this pack of five cold-water bars suits British water most of the year. It's a cheap gift they'll definitely use.
Pros
- Five bars.
- Made for cold water.
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4Solarez polyester ding repair travel kit
Dings happen, and a board that takes on water is a board that's out of action. This Solarez kit lets them fix small dings themselves with UV-cure resin, a filler, sanding pad and prep wipes, all in a crushproof box that fits in a surf bag. The resin sets in sunlight, so there's no mixing.
Pros
- Fix dings on the beach.
- No mixing needed.
- Crushproof travel box.
Cons
- Polyester resin is for standard boards, not epoxy or foam boards.
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5SurfEars 4.0 earplugs
Years of cold wind and water can lead to surfer's ear, a bony growth in the ear canal that often needs surgery. SurfEars keep water out while still letting sound in, so they can hear the waves and other surfers. Version 4.0 is tougher, and it can be worn with or without the wings.
Pros
- Keeps water out, lets sound in.
- Tougher new design.
Cons
- Easy to lose without the leash.
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What to buy someone who loves surfing
Surfers are loyal to their own boards and wetsuits, so steer clear of those. The best gifts for surfers are the things they use up, like wax, or kit that keeps them in the water longer. Check what board they ride before buying a repair kit. A wall rack suits any surfer with a board worth showing off.
How we picked these gifts for surfers
We picked each product for what surfers enjoy and because it makes sense as a present. The order is our own choice. The pros and cons come from published product details, not customer reviews.
Amazon shows the current price and delivery. Where we've checked that the US listing is the same product, the US link goes there. Otherwise you'll get the UK listing, labelled as such. More about our research.
