Black Friday is finally here and the deals are rolling in already! To save you shopping around, we'll be picking out the best Black Friday boating deals available from across the big brands and niche retailers
Cyber Monday 2024 is upon us and there are plenty of bargains on offer for boaters and sailors alike. But it’s no secret that in recent years big retailers have used used a number of underhand tactics to make discounts seem deeper than they actually are or offload old product making hunting out the best Cyber Monday boating deals a tricky business.
Our team spends the whole of Cyber Monday and the weeks in the build up to the big day price checking and monitoring all deal pricing to make sure they’re genuine deals. We do a huge amount of gear testing ourselves, lead by our Tech Editor, Fox Morgan so we know a good Cyber Monday boating deal when we see one.
In previous years major marine retailers such as Gael Force Marine, West Marine and Helly Hansen have been running some very attractive offers and have usually had the best Cyber Monday Deals for sailors that we could find but we will also trawl through Amazon, Walmart and Decathlon to pick out some of the best Cyber Monday boating deals there too.
Even though we are still a little way off the big day itself, there are already a few Cyber Monday boating deals to be found and, no doubt there will be plenty more to come, so watch this space…
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QUICK LINKS
- Amazon: The home of Cyber Monday deals
- West Marine: Deals page
- Decathlon: Watersports deal page
- Bass Pro Shop: Boating deals page
- Walmart: Watersports page
- Gael Force Marine: UK Chandlery
- Helly Hansen: Outdoor clothing giant’s deals
Best Cyber Monday Boating Deals US
EF ECOFLOW Portable Power Station DELTA 2 Max, 2400W LFP | was
Full Charge in 1 Hr, 2048Wh, this power station can power virtually any appliance you throw at it. Our tech editor, Fox Morgan – who spends a lot of her time living on a boat – found this particular deal in her Cyber Monday portable power station deals article and said: ‘It’s an awesome bit of kit and with a whopping 47% off, this is my bargain of the day!’
Humminbird Helix 15 CHIRP MEGA SI+ GPS G4N CHO Fishfinder | was $2899.99, now $189.99
This is the perfect tool for anglers looking to take their fishing game to the next level. This impressive fishfinder features CHIRP Sonar, MEGA Side Imaging, Mega Down Imaging, and GPS technology to help you locate and identify fish quicker and easier than ever before. And this Cyber Monday it’s reduced by a massive $1000!
inReach® Mini 2 Satellite Communicator | was 399.99, now 299.99
This tiny satellite communicator and tracker is a brilliant bit of kit. I use one this year during an Atlantic crossing and loved it. Adding little comments to my track as breadcrumbs on the long passage allowed friends and followers to get a glimpse of the life onboard. It added an extra layer of security too knowing that people could easily see where we were.
Lowrance HOOK Reveal 9 Fish Finder | was $499.99, now $299.97
This version of the Hook Reveal comes preloaded with maps of 4,000 US lakes, or you can map uncharted waters as you cruise with Genesis Live.
And with auto-tuning sonar, you can spend more time fishing and less time fiddling with the `
settings.
Intex Explorer K2 2-person inflatable kayak set with oars and pump | was $179.89, n0w $125.75
Our yachting journalist Drew Maglio tested this kayak by Intex, saying, ‘Both streamlined and stable, I have kayaked the Challenger K2 with another paddler up to 2.5 miles to two offshore islands in the Florida Keys on one occasion. That demonstrates just how capable the Challenger K2 is, as the inflatable kayak kept pace with multiple two-occupant plastic rental kayaks while also being much more stable and forgiving than its rigid counterpart.’
$899.99, now $445.00
Technical editor Fox Morgan says: ‘This is the lowest price I’ve seen on the Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2. The Epix, Fenix and Quatix (see how they all have an X factor?) are all top of the range Garmin watches. They’re all blooming excellent. There’s a new model out so there’s some excellent deals to be found right now.’
Karcher K1700 Cube | was $179.99, n0w $128.98
Save $51 on this super compact pressure washer. Water pressure ranges from 1,700 to 2,125 psi which is plenty for any cleaning job. The spray gun, lance, 6m hose and included nozzles all stow away neatly on the K1700 Cube’s body.
Olympus 8×42 PRO Waterproof Binoculars with Case and Strap | was £479.99 now £255
Wow, how about this for a fabulous deal. These premium Olympus waterproof binoculars have 47% off, that’s a HUGE saving for a seriously great with of kit. These waterproof binoculars can take you effortlessly from boating to outdoors exploring. They’re light enough to pack with you for every kind of travels.
Bluefin Cruise 10ft 8in paddle board | was $545.15 now $414.90
I’ve tested this Bluefin Cruise paddle board extensively for over two years and found it to be a great bit of kit for the price. And with a Cyber Monday week discount you can make a decent saving on what is already a good value-for-money proposition. It contains everything you need to get out on the water. Build quality is good and it pumps up to a decent 15PSI offering good levels of rigidity.
Sea to summit Big River 20l Dry Bag | was $44.95, now $32.60
In our group test of the best dry bags on the market, this bag performed really well. Our tester Sian said: “This simple but well-made dry bag feels like great quality to handle – the nylon material is pleasingly thick and scratch-proof and the bottom of the bag is reinforced and scratch-resistant, so you can pop the pack down without a worry wherever you’re sorting out your kit.”
Heybike Ranger S folding electric bike | was $1,499.00, now $999.00
There are plenty of people in the market for a folding bike for boaters and we think this one of a bot of a steal. Rich Owen, our deals editor (and previously editor of BikePerfect) says ‘this comes with two motor options but I’d say the 750Wh option is plenty as has 80Nm of torque. It’s got a decent sized 692Wh battery and folds up pretty compact.’
Save up to $35 on the Numwell Swim Parka | was $98.99 , now $63.99
This Cyber Monday deal only applies to the Swim Parka in blue only (green and red are available too). All sizes are reduced in price, but while the large and XL sizes have a $35 saving, the small and medium get a $25 price cut. Don’t forget to apply the coupon before you head to the checkout.
Best Cyber Monday Boating Deals UK
Garmin – Fēnix 7 Pro Sapphire Solar | was £739.00, now £469.99
The fenix 7 is very much like the Quatix 7, the only difference is the labelling of the buttons. It’s a fantastic watch and this is a seriously good deal from John Lewis in the UK.
Garmin fēnix 7X PRO SOLAR | was £709.00, now £548
The Fenix is a brilliant bit of kit as one of the flag ship models in the Garmin smart watch lineup. It has pretty much the same functionality as the EPIX and the QUATIX watches. Battery life that goes on for days and days, it’s like an electronic multitool for your wrist. This has the larger watch face and with solar charging, the battery life is stupendously good.
Large Premium Multisport GPS Smartwatch, Solar Charging, Advanced Training Features, Touchscreen and Buttons, Ultratough Design, Flash Light, Up to 37 days battery.
Bluefin Cruise 10ft 8in paddle board | was £499.00 now £369.99
As this Bluefin Cruise paddle board is sightly less deeply discounted for UK customers than the US (see above), it’s less of a no-brainer. Having tested this kit for over 2 years, I’d happily pay the list price though, so 25% off is decent. A word of note, though, this deal is in almost all sales, so it will inevitably be this discounted again in the future.
Helly Hansen Men’s Ægir Race Sailing Jacket | was £600, now £360
This Jacket from Helly Hansen was tested for us by offshore racer and journalist Rupert Holmes and he called it ‘perhaps the ultimate sailing jacket’. What particularly impressed was the extra-high fleece lined collar with an effective storm flap that’s shaped to cover your nose. This increases warmth by stopping draughts, as well as markedly reducing the chances of getting water down your neck when a wave breaks over the boat. It was also super-quick to dry.
Meaco Arete 20L Low Energy Laundry Dehumidifier | was £329.995, now 229.99
Ideal for up to 5-bed houses.
Low Energy- Costs just 6p/hour to run
Digital display to show you the current room reading
Easy to remove the front water tank
We tested this recently in our group test, read the review for the Meaco Arete 20l
Men’s and Women’s American Magic America’s Cup merchandise
American Magic made it through to the America’s Cup Semi-Final earlier this year but were knocked out of the competition by Luna Rosa Prada Pirelli. You can now pick up a range of America’s Cup merchandise from American Magic clothing partner Helly Hansen
Cotton Hoodie – Now £51.00
T-Shirt – Now £24
Women’s Sailing Vest 2.0 – Now £66
Sailing Jacket 2.0 – Now £102
Isle Switch 2-in-1 paddleboard | was £788, n0w £591
The Switch from Isle is a paddleboard and a Kayak thanks to its clever and unique seat system that locks a material seat onto the board turning it into a kayak immediately. I’ve tested this boat over 2024 so I can vouch for the build quality. It’s neither the best paddleboard nor the best kayak on the market, but there’s nothing out there I’ve tested that does as good a job of both together.
Sea to Summit Lightweight Dry Bag 13L | was £22.00, n0w £18.99
We’ve tested this dry bag and found it is particularly easy to carry around. Tester Sian says, ‘As the name suggests, this dry bag is pleasingly lightweight – we tested out the 13-litre version of this pack, which despite having a good capacity weighs in at just 81g and packs down super small, so it’s easy to carry with you in case you need it.’
‘We like a bag made with planet-friendly materials, and Sea to Summit use recycled, traceable 70D nylon fabric here and waterproof it with a non-PFC DWR finish.’
Cyber Monday boating deals 2024: Everything you need to know
What is Cyber Monday?
If you’ve been living under a rock for the past few years, Cyber Monday is the biggest online shopping event of the year, with huge discounts available across a wide variety of boating products.
Many boaters use it as an opportunity to kickstart their Christmas shopping and you can pick up some of the best Christmas gifts for sailors for less.
When is Cyber Monday 2024?
Cyber Monday 2024 is officially Friday November 29, but most of the major retailers will be offering Cyber Monday boating deals throughout the month of November, including Cyber Monday (December 2).
What about boating magazines?
Yachting World and its sister titles Yachting Monthly, Motor Boat & Yachting and Practical Boat Owner will all be included in the Magazines Direct Cyber Monday sale. Full details will be available on magazinesdirect.com
How to get the best Cyber Monday deals
- Make a shopping list in advance. It sounds silly, but you can get distracted by all of the “amazing deals” and end up not finding what it was you really wanted in the first place.
- Take your time and shop slowly.
- Cross check prices across multiple websites. Do your homework, check those prices at more than one location.
- Keep checking back with Yachting World as we regularly update our guides to the best deals.
- Download a price comparison app on your phone, such as Price Runner or Price Spy, these take some of the guess work out of the bargain hunt.
- Remember: There’s always another day to find a good deal. If you don’t find what you’re looking for, then with a little patience, you will probably find the deal later on.
Keep checking back with Yachting World over the coming days, as we’ll be scouring the web for the best discounts and deals in the run up to Cyber Monday.