Gift ideas for the Surfing Dad this Father's Day

Father's Day Gift Guide for Surfers

Buying a gift for a surfer isn't always easy. Step into a surf shop and you'll find walls of fins, wax, leashes, traction pads, and enough surf gear to make your head spin. Choose the right gift and you'll be the favourite child. Choose the wrong one and it'll end up gathering dust at the back of the garage.

Whether Dad is planning to spend Father's Day chasing waves or relaxing with the family after an early morning surf, we've got plenty of gift ideas he'll actually use. From high-performance surfboard fins and premium leashes to our best-selling New Wave NZ Beanies for those frosty dawn patrols, cosy surf ponchos, and other essential surf accessories, there's something for every surfer.

At New Wave NZ Surfboards, we surf every chance we get, so we know what makes a great gift. Our Father's Day collection is packed with practical gear that every surfer will appreciate, whether they're just starting out or have been surfing for decades.

Explore our Father's Day Gift Guide and discover the perfect gift to keep Dad smiling both in and out of the water.

New Wave Beanie $24.95
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FCS Big wave leash from $84.95
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Sticky Johnson refillable air freshner $24.95
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Surf Ears $89.95
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New Wave Retro Hoodie $89.95
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FCSII Fins Filipe Toledo PG Pro $219.95
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Futures Fins MR Twin +1 $229.95
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O & E Mens hooded poncho $99.95
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Creatures of Leisure Ethan Ewing traction $89.95
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Creatures of Leisure Key Lock from $89.95
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Posted: Wednesday 2 September 2026