Elina HartsJamroc Dept.'s published GSM vs. Surf Trip Supply's model-fit notes — two different ways of solving the "will this actually fit and feel right" problem.
Last updated: August 30, 2026
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Jamroc Dept. and Surf Trip Supply are both premium-priced streetwear brands, but they solve the "how will this actually fit and feel" problem in opposite ways — Jamroc publishes exact fabric weight on most heavyweight pieces, while Surf Trip Supply publishes a model's height and worn size on a good chunk of its catalog instead. We compared both live catalogs.
How we compared them
We pulled both brands' full live catalogs on August 30, 2026 — Jamroc Dept. (244 products) and Surf Trip Supply (50 products).
The quick verdict
Pick Jamroc Dept. if you want:
- ✅ Published fabric weight (GSM) — 400–530 GSM figures are common across the heavyweight line; Surf Trip Supply rarely publishes this
- ✅ A much bigger size range — 155 of 244 products reach 2XL, 19 reach 5XL, and 14 reach 6XL; Surf Trip Supply tops out at XL on 49 of its 50 products
- ✅ A far bigger catalog — 244 products versus 50
Pick Surf Trip Supply if you want:
- ✅ A model-height fit reference — a meaningful share of its catalog states a model's height and the size they're wearing, a feature Jamroc doesn't use
- ✅ California surf-culture design work — a different aesthetic entirely from Jamroc's Caribbean identity
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Size range: the clearest gap
| Jamroc Dept. | Surf Trip Supply | |
|---|---|---|
| Reaches 2XL | 155 of 244 products | 1 of 50 products |
| Reaches 5XL | 19 of 244 products | 0 of 50 products |
| Reaches 6XL | 14 of 244 products | 0 of 50 products |
If you wear above an XL, Jamroc Dept. is by far the better-stocked brand of the two — Surf Trip Supply's entire catalog is built almost exclusively around a S–XL range.
Two different approaches to fit information
Jamroc Dept. answers "will this feel heavy or light" with a number: most of its heavyweight hoodies publish an exact GSM figure (400–530 is common, with one quarter-zip style claimed at 750 GSM). You know the fabric weight before you buy, though you still have to translate that number into what it'll feel like on you.
Surf Trip Supply instead answers "will this fit like it does in the photo" with a real reference point — a specific model's height and the size they're wearing, published on a meaningful share of its listings. It doesn't tell you fabric weight, but it gives you a size-to-body comparison Jamroc doesn't offer.
Price and catalog size
| Jamroc Dept. | Surf Trip Supply | |
|---|---|---|
| Tee price | $34–85 | $45–55* |
| Hoodie price | $120–165 | $75–98 |
| Total catalog | 244 products | 50 products |
*Surf Trip Supply's specific graphic tee styles were sold out across all sizes at the time we checked; the price reflects recently listed styles, not guaranteed current stock. Surf Trip Supply's hoodies actually run cheaper than Jamroc's — the opposite of the tee comparison.
Who each brand suits best
- ✅ You wear above an XL — Jamroc Dept. is the clear choice
- ✅ You want to know exact fabric weight before buying — Jamroc publishes it consistently
- ✅ You want a real body-size comparison for fit — Surf Trip Supply's model-height notes are the stronger tool here
- ✅ You want a cheaper hoodie — Surf Trip Supply undercuts Jamroc here specifically
Frequently asked questions
Which brand has better plus-size coverage?
Jamroc Dept., by a wide margin — 155 of 244 products reach 2XL, versus 1 of 50 at Surf Trip Supply.
Does Surf Trip Supply publish fabric weight?
Rarely — only a handful of its knit sweaters list GSM and material composition. Most of its catalog
doesn't publish a weight figure at all.
Which brand is cheaper for hoodies?
Surf Trip Supply, at $75–98 versus Jamroc Dept.'s $120–165.
Methodology and limitations
This is a catalog and pricing comparison, not a hands-on product test. We read both brands' live product data on August 30, 2026 — Jamroc Dept. (244 products) and Surf Trip Supply (50 products). We have not physically handled any garment from either brand. Stock, pricing and sizes reflect a single snapshot and change constantly.
Sources
- Jamroc Dept. official site (affiliate link)
- Surf Trip Supply official site (affiliate link)
- Product data read from both brands' live catalogs, August 30, 2026
- Related: Does Jamroc Dept. Run Small? A 2026 Sizing Guide
- Related: Does Surf Trip Supply Run Small? A 2026 Sizing Guide