Black Friday 2023 is here and cruising sailors can scoop up a whole host of bargains with the best Black Friday boating deals. We’ve price checked all of the below…
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Cyber Monday Garmin watch deals: Save up to 58% on smartwatches
Garmin make some of the best smartwatches available anywhere on the market. We’ve reviewed several Garmin watches and we rate them very highly, so this Cyber Monday we’ll be scoured…
At just $74.50 for Black Friday this inflatable kayak is the cheapest it’s been this year
The single-person Intex Challenger is the best Black Friday inflatable kayak deal that we have seen so far and is now the cheapest it has been since last Black Friday.…
Cyber Monday paddle board deals 2023: Save up to 63% on iSUPs
Cyber Monday is just around the corner and there’s sure to be a whole range of decent paddle board deals out there to pick up. But be warned – there…
Black Friday dry bag deals: Where to find the best bargains
Using a dry bag is the ideal way to protect essentials afloat, whether you are sailing, surfing, paddle boarding or any other activity that sees you in or around the…
Save 50% on the Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 1000 – BEST DEALS
Any deals to be had on power stations and I’m all over it. These portable little power packs are so versatile and can keep most items we use these days…
This Decathlon inflatable paddle board is reduced to just £149 this Black Friday week
I make no secret of the fact that I’m a big fan of Decathlon. In my experience in both my work as a watersports journalist and my ‘other hobby’ skiing,…
I’m a yachting magazine editor and this is the Black Friday Garmin watch deal I’d recommend
I have loved testing the Garmin Fenix 7 solar edition. I wasn’t a huge smart-watch fan before I got this one, but I find myself wearing this Garmin smartwatch far…
Best sailing jackets: From inshore to ocean-ready waterproofs
The massive choice of sailing jackets – and wildly varying price points – can be bewildering even for the most experienced sailors. This can make figuring out the best sailing…
I’ve spent the summer testing this paddle board which is now 25% off for Black Friday week
I can’t be alone in being pretty suspicious of cheap Black Friday paddle board deals on Amazon – indeed, I’ve tested a some pretty low quality cheap paddle boards in…
Helly Hansen Ægir Race Jacket review
The second generation Helly Hansen Ægir Race Jacket is a top notch product made for the ultimate in comfort and protection, without compromise. It’s also noticeably lighter than the Norwegian…
Gill Verso Lite Jacket review
There’s much to be said for the advantages of a smock style top, without a full front zip, as they usually offer better protection than a jacket of similar specification.…
Helly Hansen Skagen Offshore Jacket review
The Helly Hansen Skagen Offshore Jacket is part of the Norwegian company’s mid-level ‘Performance’ range and is competitively priced. Yet it shares ergonomics and features with the brand’s top specification…
Zhik INS200 Jacket review: high-tech, lightweight performer
If you’re in the market for a lightweight performance sailing jacket, then the Zhik INS200 jacket might well be the right thing for you. Fortunately the days in which fabric…
The Best Garmin Watch for Sailing, Boating and more
With a wide range of watches available from a variety of brands, differing price points and a list of unique specifications, it can be challenging for even the most technologically-minded…
The best waterproof jacket for your next ocean voyage
From inspecting the deck for damage to checking the shroud and cotter pins are in good condition, there’s nothing worse than inspecting your yacht without the best waterproof jacket. When…
Best Christmas gifts for sailors: 39 top picks in 2023
Are you wondering what to get the sailor in your life for their birthday, for Christmas or for any other celebratory occasion? Here is our pick of the best Christmas…
6 of the best smocks for sailing and other watersports
Whether you are sailing, paddling or just mucking about. From inshore to offshore, the smock is by far the most dependable and versatile waterproof top. Smocks are not just uniform…
Best VHF marine radio: 8 of the latest options on the market
Not only does a marine radio serve as a vital safety tool in case something should go wrong onboard, it is also a crucial communications tool with far wider use.…
Best Change Mat for Cold Water Swimmers
The best change mat is one that you’ll take with you every time you head out. You can keep it in the back of your car or van ready for…