It goes without saying that you need a good board (ahem, Becker!) and a well-made wetsuit since the core goal of a surfer is to spend as much time in the water as possible, and continuously catch those waves! But, here are a few other surfing essentials to put on your list of must-haves:

Leash
You need a good leash so you don’t misplace your board. The Dakine Kainui Team 6′ Leash – RASTA has a maximum strength 1/4″ urethane cord, precision molded fittings, double brass swivels, quick release 1.5″ cuff, triple wrap rail saver, a key pocket in the cuff, and rasta color detail. $25

Sunscreen
Don’t get burned by the waves (literally and figuratively!) The Waterman’s 3.4 Oz Cream SPF 55 features an innovative airless pump that allows the customer to use 99.9% of the product before discarding the bottle. Waterman’s product was developed by and for athletes and sportsmen that live the outdoor life style. It is specifically formulated to stand up to the rigorous demands of an active life in the sun, snow, water, and waves. $20

Sunglasses
It’s NO BUENO if the sun blocks your view of the perfect wave. The men’s Von Zipper Southpaw sunglasses feature 100% UV protection, polycarbonate lens, 6-base spherical lens, grilamid nylon frame, stainless steel optical hinge and a Von Zipper logo at side temples. $80

Camera
The GoPro Surf Hero Camera offers professional quality footage and audio so you can document yourself ripping in any type of conditions, big or small. It easily mounts to any surfboard in seconds and it’s so light even top pros claim they didn’t notice the camera on their boards. The Batteries last over 2.5 hours and it is waterproof up to 180′. The Camera can also be used for non-surf related adventures as well, with the use of different mounting kits. $270

Beanie
When the surfing is done, this is a must have. It’ll be cool and nighttime by the time your surfing day is done, so warm your dome with the Becker Polar Fleece Beanie. This soft beanie features a soft fleece interior band and Becker embroidery at the front. $19.95