Adventurers, Innovators, Ocean Caretakers

Clean Ocean Designs was started by surfers who value great gear, but also care about how climate change and plastics are damaging our marine ecosystems. 

We set out to make effective products that support active lifestyles and our oceans. 

We weren’t going to settle for simple recyclable packaging, greenwashing statements, or cheaply made accessories that fall apart. We wanted real impact, so we focused on manufacturing, materials, and meaningful partnerships. The result? High-quality gear that elevates your surf, beach, or adventure sessions while improving environmental health.

Because yes–you can have both. Trust us.

Our goal is to make creative, earth-forward products that perform while addressing the real problems our ocean is facing through innovation and impactful partnerships. 

We’re committed to having a positive impact on the environment by using sustainable practices in product manufacturing, partnering with industry leaders and ocean health organizations, and fostering a deep connection to the ocean in our community. 

We envision a future where the things we use support the regeneration of our ocean environment. Come be part of that future. (P.S. It involves some pretty awesome gear.)

I’m driven by the need for change in our world, so my natural response to our global problems is to roll up my sleeves and dig in. 

During my career as a professional longboarder, I traveled to many parts of the world where I witnessed first-hand the impact of plastics on our oceans and coastal communities. As I watched more and more trash pile onto beaches, I learned about the unseen effects this pollution has on marine ecosystems. Since then, I’ve dedicated my career to solving these problems.

The oceans are facing a plastic pandemic and it’s critical for companies to take ownership of their supply chains and for consumers to be aware of how their everyday choices have lasting impacts. I believe that solving this problem must start with those closest to it, and so I started Clean Ocean Designs. 

I love finding creative applications for recycled materials and believe in the importance of this work given the state of our oceans. This passion goes hand-in-hand with strategic partnerships to support clean oceans and thriving coastal communities.