Okay, so I’ve been seeing this brand, Hurley, pop up a lot lately, especially since I’ve been getting more into surfing and beachwear. I mean, in 1979 this thing kicked off, which is pretty wild. I started wondering, “Is Hurley actually any good?” So, I decided to do a little digging and, of course, try out some of their stuff myself.
First off, I started by checking out what the internet had to say. I searched for reviews, articles, anything I could find. Found out that Hurley is all about surf and swim stuff, and they’ve got gear for men, women, and even kids. Not gonna lie, the prices seemed pretty decent. I came across an article from way back in December 2022 that gave a whole rundown of Hurley’s history and major milestones. It was a bit of a trip down memory lane, even though I wasn’t even around for most of it!
Then, I stumbled upon a video that asked the question, “Is Hurley an American brand?” and it got me thinking even more about their roots. I dug up some more recent stuff, like a piece from June 2023, where someone said Hurley is a solid surf brand, talking about their quality and style. That sounded promising.
I also found out that most of Hurley’s products are made by Hurley Men’s, which I guess is their manufacturing arm. Makes sense, keeps things steady, I suppose. What really caught my eye was the story of how Hurley started. This guy, Bob Hurley, founded it in Costa Mesa, California, back in ’79. It’s always cool to hear about how these big brands started from something so simple.
Now, the real test was trying out their stuff. Their boardshorts were something I was particularly interested in. I read somewhere that most customers are pretty happy with Hurley, giving them an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 from 58 reviews.
- First Impression: Went to their site, looked pretty slick. They’ve got everything from clothes to accessories.
- Shopping Experience: Easy to navigate, found what I needed pretty quick. No complaints there.
- Tried and Tested: I ordered a pair of boardshorts and a rash guard. When they arrived, I was pretty stoked. The quality felt good, the fit was spot on, and they looked awesome.
- Performance: Took them out for a spin at the beach. The boardshorts were comfy, dried fast, and held up great in the water. The rash guard was a lifesaver, no sunburn for me!
My Verdict
After all that research and giving their gear a go, I’d say Hurley is definitely a good brand. They’ve got a solid history, their prices are reasonable, and the quality of their products is up there. Plus, they’ve got that whole surfer vibe down, which is a big win for me. The main factor behind Hurley’s success seems to be their smart marketing. They brought a lot of that Australian surf culture to the U.S., which was a pretty big deal. If you’re into surfing or just like that beach style, I’d recommend giving Hurley a shot. They’ve got my thumbs up, for sure.
