Jetty Surf

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is Jetty and where did the brand originate?

  Jetty is an action-sports lifestyle brand founded in 2003 in Little Egg Harbor, New Jersey, rooted in East Coast surf and skate culture. The company makes surf, skate, and outdoor apparel designed for cold coastal conditions and promotes a grassroots ethos summed up by its tagline "Draw Your Own Line®."
• What is Oystex insulation and how does it compare to traditional down?

  Oystex is a pelletized insulation made from pulverized oyster shells (calcium carbonate) blended with recycled plastic, engineered to mimic high‑loft insulation performance. At 150 GSM it’s marketed as roughly equivalent to 600‑fill down in warmth while offering quick‑dry, breathable, anti‑odor, and anti‑static properties that suit wet, coastal conditions.
• Which Jetty pieces are best for cold coastal winters and how do they perform?

  Jetty’s jackets and outerwear—like the Jetty Puffer Jacket—are designed for Northeast surf winters with features such as a 100% recycled polyester shell, Oystex fill, hood, chest and hand pockets, and packability into its own pocket. The Puffer is sized and thermally rated for roughly 30–40°F conditions and works well as a midlayer or outer layer depending on activity and layering choices.
• What design details make Jetty apparel durable and good for travel or active use?

  Jetty focuses on durable, activity‑specific cuts and recycled technical fabrics that resist abrasion and dry quickly after exposure to sea spray or sweat. Many pieces balance low weight and packability (the Jetty Puffer weighs about 22 oz and packs into its pocket), plus performance finishes like anti‑odor and breathability to keep gear functional on the go.