These are his go-to summer shorts that will take him from dock to deck to dinner in style when he is not sure which way the wind will blow. Made from quick-dry material and multiple utility pockets, he will love these shorts for their hardcore durability, function, and sporty style.

• Featherweight
• Quick-dry nylon ripstop fabric
• Zippered pockets on thigh
• Side zippered security pocket behind right hand pocket
• Adjustable waist straps
• Bitter End code flags and Logo at thigh 
• Contrast stitching adds sporty style 

SIZING NOTE: These shorts run roomy. We recommend ordering one size down for a more slim fit. 

Care instructions: Wash normal cycle. Drip dry or tumble dry low. Do not iron.

Care instructions: Machine Wash Cold Separately, Do Not Bleach, Tumble Dry Low,  Warm Iron If Needed.

The performance shorts loved by Bitter End's own-from pros to ams. Our watersports team were early adopters of these signature RailRiders shorts back when they launched them in the 1990s. In the decades since, they've become legendary on the water and around Virgin Gorda for their hardcore durability, function, and sporty style. 

• Tough nylon ripstop shell fabric
• 500 Denier Cordura Reinforced Seat and pockets for high abrasion areas
• Weatherproof pockets with reversed coil zippers
• Adjustable side of waist cinch straps
• Heavily bartacked belt loops
• White piping detail on pockets
• 9" inseam with gusseted crotch for movement

SIZING NOTE: These shorts run roomy. We recommend ordering one size down.

Care instructions: Wash normal cycle. Drip dry or tumble dry low. Do not iron.

In a soothing Caribbean Sea hue, this dritek features the Bitter End Cleat, a map of Virgin Gorda, and designates you as a member of the Bitter End 2.0 Crew. Made from recycled ocean plastics, our lightweight, quick-dry material with UPF 30, this shirt is perfect for a day of offshore racing or just messing about in Hobie Waves. This style is available in men's and women's. 

• Made from recycled ocean plastics
• UPF 30 protection
• Polyester/spandex blend
• Quick drying and odor resistant

Care Instructions: Machine wash cold with like colors. Drip dry or tumble dry low.

We asked our Watersport's Crew to give us their favorite everyday swim trunks and the result is a cross between a swim trunk and a board short. Meant to sustain even the most aggressive watersports schedules, we updated the 1970s fit but retained the old school drawstring waist. Inspired by the colors of the North Sound these shorts will take you from your swim club to the Caribbean in nautical style. Need a couple pairs for the season? Check out our version in tarpon print. Have a mini me? These shorts come in men's and boy's sizes! 

• Durable, high-performance & quick-drying fabric
• Elastic waist with polypropylene drawstring tie 
• Hidden back zip pocket 
• Burgee patch on back
• BEYC coordinates at hem

Care Instructions: Machine wash, tumble dry. Do not iron. 

Care instructions: Machine Wash Cold Separately, Do Not Bleach, Tumble Dry Low,  Warm Iron If Needed.

Join the crew with our classic burgee  long sleeve dri-tek featuring the Bitter End burgee and your favorite coordinates. Made of lightweight, quick-dry material with UPF 30, this shirt is perfect for a day of racing Hobie Waves or watching from the beach bar. This style is available in mens, women and children. 

• UPF 30 protection
• Polyester/spandex blend
• Quick drying and odor resistant

Care Instructions: Machine wash cold with like colors. Drip dry or tumble dry low.

Join our sailing team! Meet our newest Sailing Team Dri-Tek! Our long-sleeved performance shirt features the Bitter End cleat and a map of Virgin Gorda. Made of lightweight, soft Dri-Tek with UPF 30, this shirt is perfect for a day of racing Hobie Waves or watching from the beach bar. What's more, we are now making these from recycled ocean plastics and doing our part to steward the seas!   

• UPF 30 protection 
• Recycled Polyester/Spandex 
• Fast drying
• Odor resistant

Care Instructions: Machine wash cold with like colors. Drip dry or tumble dry low.

BEYC'S signature short-sleeved dritek polo featuring our iconic embroidered cleat and lower burgee patch. A must-have for a day on the water, and night in The Buoy Room. These polos are made of lightweight, quick-dry material with UPF 30. This style is available in men's and women's.

• UPF 30 protection
• Polyester/spandex blend
• Quick drying and odor-resistant
• Made from recycled ocean plastics

Care Instructions: Machine wash cold with like colors. Drip dry or tumble dry low.

Our Men's Spinnaker Tee is 100% pre-washed cotton and individually dyed for maximum comfort and style. This-lived in and well-loved tee is so carefree it will remind you of what it feels like to fly downwind across the North Sound. 

• 100% cotton
• Garment dyed
• Pre-washed for maximum softness

Care instructions: Machine wash cold. Drip dry or tumble dry low. 

Our Cross Flags Tee celebrates a 50 year friendship between the BVI & Bitter End. 100% pre-washed cotton and individually dyed for maximum comfort, and style, this-lived in and well-loved tee will make onlookers think you spent weeks in the Caribbean sun. 

• 100% cotton
• Garment dyed
• Pre-washed for maximum softness

Care instructions: Machine wash cold. Drip dry or tumble dry low. 

• Poly/cotton/rayon jersey
• Quick Dry
• Vintage Patch on hip
• Embroidered Cleat Icon on chest
• Embroidered Bitter End on sleeve
• Cadet collar
• Reverse coil zipper

CARE: Machine wash, tumble dry, warm iron as needed. 

One of our most popular styles, this lightweight vest is designed to withstand water and wind and is the ideal addition to your nautical wardrobe. Perfect for layering, this vest will take you from fall to spring in maritime style. 

• Stand collar. Zip front closure
• Fuller cut for complete comfort. Size runs roomy.  
• Lightweight. Perfect for layering
• Three exterior zip pockets. One interior zip pocket
• Cleat Icon on chest and Bitter End on back
• Water repellent
• Wind-resistant construction 
• 94% Polyester and 6% Spandex

Our VMG Vest will take you through all points of sail and nautical weather. Designed to withstand water and wind, this sporty vest is the ideal addition to your nautical and weekend wardrobe. 

• Stand collar. Zip front closure  
• Three exterior pockets. One zip pocket at the chest 
• Cleat Icon on chest and Bitter End on back
• Fuller cut for complete comfort. Size runs roomy.
• Contrast zipping 
• Water repellent
• Wind-resistant construction 
• 100% Polyester

Celebrate the rich history of Bitter End & the BVI with our dritek hoodie featuring the BVI Flag and the Bitter End burgee. Made of lightweight, quick-dry material with UPF 30, this top sports a hood for optimum sun coverage—ideal for a day of racing Hobie Waves or watching from the beach bar. Available in women's and men's styles. 

• UPF 30 protection
• Polyester/spandex blend
• Quick drying and odor resistant
• Hood 

Care Instructions: Machine wash cold with like colors. Drip dry or tumble dry low.

Our Men's Tees have been a BEYC staple since the 1970s. 100% pre-washed cotton and individually dyed for maximum comfort, and style, this-lived in and well-loved tee will make onlookers think you spent weeks in the Caribbean sun. 

• 100% cotton
• Garment dyed
• Pre-washed for maximum softness

Care instructions: Machine wash cold. Drip dry or tumble dry low. 

Our Classic Men's Tee has been a BEYC staple since the 1970s. 100% pre-washed cotton slub and individually dyed for maximum comfort, and style, this-lived in and well-loved tee will make onlookers think you spent weeks in the Caribbean sun. 

• 100% slub cotton
• Garment dyed
• Pre-washed for maximum softness

Care instructions: Machine wash cold. Drip dry or tumble dry low. 

We turned to our Watersports Crew to help us design the ultimate everyday board shorts—and the result is built for life on the water. With a modern take on a 1970s fit, these trunks are made to handle even the most demanding days, featuring a traditional velcro and drawstring closure at the waist. Inspired by classic nautical tones, they come in a timeless gray and our signature sailor blue, each finished with a crisp contrast stripe down the side.

• Durable, high-performance & quick-drying fabric
• Velcro and polypropylene threaded drawstring tie 
• Unlined

Care Instructions: Machine wash, tumble dry. Do not iron.