Big name in flip-flops and surfing apparel (4)

I believe the answer is:

reef

(Other definitions for reef that I've seen before include "endangered habitat" , "Gather up" , "Chain of rocks near the surface of the sea" , "Shorten sail" , "Sandbank" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.

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