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.

Picked for December — 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.

Suggested for — 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

$109.99

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

Suggested for — Late-December striper end-of-run

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Travel Tripod

K&F CONCEPT

K&F Concept 60" Carbon Fiber Camera Tripod, Detachable Monopod for SLR DSLR

$99.99

Recommended for NJ December: December lighthouse holiday photo.

Suggested for — December lighthouse holiday photo

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Sun Hoodie (Layered)

TELALEO

3 Pack Men's UPF 50+ Sun Protection Shirts Fishing Hoodie Long Sleeve L

$25.49

Recommended for NJ December: Winter beach walks.

Suggested for — Winter beach walks

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