January. Often derided. Accused of being too long, too cold, too expensive. But we think January is actually just a little misunderstood. Those on home shores have been spoiled with fun waves and favourable winds in recent weeks. (And some rain, sure.) And it only takes one flick of the thumb on your Insta feed to know that the other half of UK's surfing population are getting their fill (plus some added Vit-D) in the tropical climes of Indo, Sri Lanka, Costa Rica and the likes.

So whether your next surf is Harlyn or Hikkaduwa, there's no judgement from us - just a fist bump for making the most of an underrated month! Scroll on for a pick of our essentials to keep you looking hot whatever continent you're in.