Best NJ Shore Gear for February

February is the coldest NJ shore month. Water hits 35°F. Most beaches accessible only by determined surfers and birders. Plan for serious winter gear or skip the shore.

Tested February at Sandy Hook (winter waterfowl + serious cold), IBSP (off-season surf-fishing). February isn't for the casual visitor.

February Picks

Each pick is matched to NJ February 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 February: February polar plunge surf.

Tested on the Jersey Shore — February polar plunge surf

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Birding Binoculars

Celestron

Celestron - Outland X 8x42 Binoculars – Ideal for Birding and Outdoors – 42mm Objective Lenses – Wide 7° Field of View – BaK-4 Prisms – Multi-Coated – Waterproof and Fogproof

$80.69

Recommended for NJ February: Sandy Hook winter waterfowl.

Tested on the Jersey Shore — Sandy Hook winter waterfowl

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Breathable Waders

FROGG TOGGS

FROGG TOGGS Hellbender Breathable Waterproof Stockingfoot Fishing Chest Wader for Fishing, Slate/Gray, Large

$99.99

Recommended for NJ February: Off-season IBSP fishing.

Tested on the Jersey Shore — Off-season IBSP fishing

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Polarized Shades

Spy

Spy Optic General Wrap Sunglasses

$100.00

Recommended for NJ February: Winter sun glare.

Tested on the Jersey Shore — Winter sun glare

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