68 January 2018 Canal Boat
BANDIT HEADLAMP
STREAMLIGHT
Taking the dog for an evening walk along the towpath, checking your engine, even nipping
for a midnight wee, all made easy if you have a hands-free source of light. This headlamp is
lightweight and provides 180 lumens of bright and even light for up to nine hours. It is weather
resistant and can be attached to a baseball cap or worn with the headband provided.
RRP: £37.50 (two-year warranty)
http://www.vikingarms.comVIERZONORD BOOT
LE CHAMEAU
No man or woman should be without
a decent pair of wellies, and these
beauties from the undisputed king
of rubber footwear are sure to raise a
smile when unwrapped on Christmas
Day. The 3mm neoprene-lined Vierzonord
boot will keep your toes toasty and your
socks bone dry, and they feature a shock
absorbing, anti-fatigue, dual-density grip
outsole for traction on slippery surfaces
and an adjustable waterproof gusset
for a snug fit around the calf- more akin to a waterproof
slipper than a welly!
Available in three colours in
men’s sizes 6-15 and women’s
sizes 2.5-7. RRP: £170
http://www.lechameau.com
STORAGE BOXES
BLACKWOOD AND LOCKE
These stylish and durable boxes from Blackwood and Locke are a practical and individual
way to store bits and bobs in the boat, without resorting to those boring plastic jobbies. Made
by craftsmen at their workshop in Woodchester, Gloucestershire, there are many attractive
hardwoods to choose from and the boxes can be custom made to any size and tailored to suit
individual needs and preferences. Choose from ash, oak, wenge, walnut, zebrano or other
woods. All are finished with a durable hardwax oil and can be personalised with initials, logos
or a custom design carved onto the front or onto a solid brass plate. These would make a
beautiful, personal gift for canal boaters who like to bring everything but the kitchen sink!
RRP: £160- £275 http://www.blackwoodandlocke.co.ukWINTER WAX FLEECE CAP
BROWNING
This wonderful waxed cap will protect your head from the rain, and your ears
from the cold. The waxed finish gives it a rugged look, as well as providing
waterproofing qualities, and the fleece lining prevents heat escaping through
your head. It also features fold-down fleece ear flaps to protect your lugs from icy
winds. A suitable gift for any outdoorsy person! RRP: £23 http://www.browning.euChristmas
Gift Guide
With Christmas just around the corner, here are some great ideas
for your festive gift list, whether giving or receiving!DOG WATER BOWL
SEELAND
The perfect stocking filler for
those that like their dog to join
them on their boating forays. This
water bowl is made from sturdy
nylon that packs flat, making it
easy and practical to bring on
board, without taking up valuable
space! RRP: £4.99
http://www.seeland.comCanal Boat