Take to the water with the latest gear to equip you for any adventure
on the sea, lakes or rivers. Words: Josephine Price6 FINISTERRE INCUS
INSULATED GILET
When sea breezes rise, reach
for this windproof and water-
repellent layer, which can be
slipped over or under a jacket.
It’s packable, making it effi cient
cargo, and off ers cosy, micro-fi bre
lined pockets to warm sailors’
hands. Finisterre has opted for
recycled fabrics and insulation,
making this an eco-friendly
purchase, too. £95. fi nisterre.com2 OAKLEY SPLIT SHOT
SUNGLASSES
Keep sun and sea spray out of your
eyes with these top-of-the-range
lenses from Oakley, designed
for sailors. Prizm technology
enhances colour, contrast and
detail, while the integrated leash
system and no-slip nosepad off er
added security. Smartly designed
with a high-wrap frame, they also
come with a water-resistant case.
£198.00. oakley.com
(^4) GILL OS2 OFFSHORE
JACKET
This waterproof, windproof,
breathable protective shell
shelters sailors from the elements
with its robust design, including
intelligent hydrophobic and
hydrophilic technologies
— plus, a high-cut thermal
collar. Reclaimed plastic bottles
and recycled fi bres make up
98% of the material used.
£285. gillmarine.com
8 WATERLILY TURBINE
CHARGER
This portable, high-spec
charger harnesses the power
of moving water to keep your
devices juiced up. Crafted by a
Canadian hydropower research
and engineering team, this is a
smart and sustainable way to
power up on any aqua adventure.
Compatible with any 1 2V or USB-
port-charging device, simply dip
the small device in fl owing water.
£188. waterlilyturbine.com3 SPINLOCK DECKVEST
VITO LIFEJACKET
This savvy item was designed
based on research for the Volvo
Ocean Race, a round-the-world
yacht race held every three or
four years since 1 973. The smart
infl ation system is activated by
water pressure (once the cap
is 10cm underwater) and the
nifty design means you’ve got
maximum movement with the
best protection. £2 87 .45.
spinlock.co.uk
7 TIMBERLAND BOAT SHOES
This iconic brand has reinvented
the boat shoe, blending heritage
style with a chunky refresh.
Boasting impressive eco
credentials, the leather comes
from a sustainable tannery — the
brand is on a mission to use more
responsible materials. Employing
a traditional handsewn method,
the rubber lug sole provides
essential grip on board. £155.
timberland.co.uk1 YETI TUNDRA COOL BOX
Keep drinks and snacks fresh
in this cool box from Yeti — the
cult US brand knows how to keep
things cool on scorching days. At
10.4kg, it’s not one to transport
too far afi eld, but its durable
design means it’s one you’ll keep
forever. Extra-thick walls provide
up to two inches of insulation for
unmatched coolness, and it can
hold the equivalent of 28 cans or
15kg of ice. £300. uk.yeti.com
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DUFFLE BAG
This fully waterproof bag is
made from 100 % recycled heavy
duty polyester. High-frequency
welded seams and a heavy-duty
waterproof zip keep belongings
safe and dry out on the water.
With 40L capacity and a spacious
zip opening, it’s a good size for
most short breaks — and it’s
carry-on approved size, too. £150.
fi nisterre.com