Best NJ Shore Gear for December

December closes the fall striper run mid-month. Some hardcore surfers chase winter swell. Tourists gone. Restaurants closed. December is for locals and the dedicated.

Tested December at Manasquan jetty (winter surf), Sandy Hook (winter waterfowl), Cape May (holiday lighthouse). December is dedicated-shore-people territory.

December Picks

Each pick is matched to NJ December shore conditions. Tap through to Amazon for current pricing.

Editor's Pick

OO'Neill

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5/4mm Hooded Wetsuit

O'Neill

O'Neill Psycho One 5/4mm Hooded Winter Wetsuit

$280-450

Recommended for NJ December: December Manasquan winter swell.

Tested on the Jersey Shore — December Manasquan winter swell

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Surf Rod

PENN

Penn Squadron IV Surf Spinning Rod, 9', 2-Piece Saltwater Fishing Rod, Medium Power, 12-20 lb Line Rating, 3/4-3 oz Lure Rating

$109.98

Recommended for NJ December: Late-December striper end-of-run.

Tested on the Jersey Shore — Late-December striper end-of-run

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Travel Tripod

Benro

Benro Slim Carbon-Fiber Tripod Kit w/ N00 Ball Head – Lightweight, 8.8 lb Load, 57.6″ Max, 20.1″ Folded – Ideal Travel Tripod for Mirrorless & DSLR Cameras (TSL08CN00)

$139.95

Recommended for NJ December: December lighthouse holiday photo.

Tested on the Jersey Shore — December lighthouse holiday photo

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Sun Hoodie (Layered)

BOOJO

BOOJO 4 Pack Sun Hoodie for Men - UV UPF 50+ Fishing Shirts Long Sleeve Lightweight Tops for Athletic Running Gym Workout

$26.99

Recommended for NJ December: Winter beach walks.

Tested on the Jersey Shore — Winter beach walks

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