Scott WayThe Boater's Holiday Gift Guide
The clock is ticking until St. Nick cruises through your local marina.
If there's a boater in your family who's a Scrooge to shop for, we've put together some great gifts to get them over their holiday seasickness. There are options for men and women, and each is a practical addition to any boaters gear. With potential shipping delays this holiday season these items will arrive in time, but don't wait long. Check out our holiday gift guide and see what you can reel in for your favorite captain or first mate.
1) Yeti Camino 35L Carryall Tote Bag
Easy to haul and easy to clean, the Camino Carryall is perfect for loading up cool cargo for a day on the water. A large opening, a thickskin shell, and 35 litres of space for everything you need.
2) Jackery SolarSaga 100w Portable Solar Panel
From renowned solar brand Jackery, the SolarSaga 100w portable panel will pair up great with any solar generator and allow us to charge devices, keep the music playing, or to ensure a steady charge to some of your onboard systems.
3) Maui Jim Cruzem Polarized Sunglasses
All Maui Jim sunglasses feature PolarizedPlus2 technology that shields your eyes from glare and harmful UV rays. They'll also enhance images around the water for seasoned anglers who need to keep a sharp eye.
4) Deckmate 6-in-1 Boating Tool
The Deckmate 6-in-1 boat tool includes two deck keys, a shackle key, a zipper pull, screwdriver, and a hex tool. Small enough to stay in your pocket, it's a handy way to keep yourself prepared as you work around your boat.
5) Helly Hansen Crew Hooded Midlayer Jacket
With a 100% polyster face and a 100% polyurethane back, the Helly Hansen midlayer jacket is great for boaters. It's machine washable, waterproof, windproof, breathable, and fully seam sealed.
6) Keen Women's Elle Backstrap Water Sandals
Available with either fabric or textile strapping, Keen's Elle water sandals are great for women moving around a boat. A rubber inner sole with arch support provides all-day comfort, and the non-marking outer sole means you won't leave any trace on your top deck.
7) Tommy Bahama Backpack Beach Chair Set
Available in two colour choices, Tommy Bahama's beach chairs are great add-ons to keep aboard your boat. With a backpack storage compartment, neck support, and an insulated beverage pouch, they'll come in handy at the marina or the sandbar.
8) Intex Inflatable Mega Chill 72 Can Floating Cooler
Use the cooler for your floating base when you're in a flotilla or anchored up at the sandbar. With room for 72 cans and 6 cupholders, the 3-compartment inflatable raft allows you to float your favorite beverages wherever you're headed.
9) Nautica Pier 25 Chronograph Men's Watch
An adjustable 22mm silicone strap fits up to 8" wrist circumference. A black dial with a built-in sea wave pattern uses flags as indexes, and three chrono subdials provide all your needed info. Stainless steel casing and water resistant up to 200m.
10) Michael Kors Women's MKGO Touchscreen Smart Watch
Compatible with the WearOS by Google app with Android or iOS 12.0+ on an iPhone, the MKGO smart can hold hundreds of built-in apps for fitness, music, social, games, and more.
11) Blackstone 22" Tabletop Portable Gas Griddle
The perfect size with 330 square inches of cooking space, the Blackstone tabletop propane griddle is great for boaters on the move. Adjustable heat zones with two independent burners mean you can make extravagant meals while you're underway.
