Yachts & Yachting – April 2018

April 2018 Yachts & Yachting 83

KIT

INNOVATIONS

Ourpickofthelatest

newproductsand

best kit launches

CREWSAVER ERGOFIT 50N EX

I tested out this buoyancy aid while sailing the

F101 (see page 60)writes Toby Heppell.

Created in partnership with the

Artemis America’s Cup team, the

extreme demands of Cup sailing

are catered to with a front

pouch for a spare air canister

(which is detachable for those

of us without the need of an

oxygen supply). It can be

supplied with forcefield

impact protection, comes

with line cutter stowage, and

space in the back for a

hydration pack (this

would be classed as

a weight jacket for

most classes).

The buoyancy aid

features a number of

great additions. The

front zip is easy to use,

keeps it snug and makes

donning a doddle. Four

straps (two per side) offer

a fantastic level of

adjustment, while neoprene pockets tidy up

the tails to keep the whole thing snag free.

This, plus wide neoprene shoulder straps,

made the jacket feel ultra-secure.

crewsaver.com

£85

SCANSTRUT ROKK WIRELESS CHARGER
This new launch from Scanstrut allows a phone to be charged merely by
placing it on a specific spot on a surface onboard. It comes in three
different styles, from hidden beneath a surface, visible on the surface or
on a bezel. This list is in order of ease of fitting, it being rather easier to fit
the charger above a surface and on a bezel than to hide it beneath.
scanstrut.com
From £59.99
MCMURDO SHOULDER
GRAB BAG
McMurdo are well respected in the safety world and has
been producing some of the most trusted kit for years.
This latest addition to the range is a 3lt shoulder bag,
which is designed for those planning, or regularly going
on, all day adventures and can be packed with an EPIRB
or PLB, water, high energy food, and also has a place to
keep your phone and car keys.
mcmurdogroup.com
£24.95

ION8 WATER BOTTLE

Rightly, and arguably more than a touch tardily, the world is

wise-ing up to the utter devastation caused by single use

plastics. But as sportspeople, staying hydrated is an absolutely

key concern. As such a reusable bottle must be the accessory

du jour for this summer’s racing circuit. These Ion bottles are

designed for outdoor use, and are rugged with a sports cap to

make for easy slurping while in the middle of a race. With a 1lt

capacity there should be enough water to keep you hydrated

for a day’s racing.

leakproof.co.uk

£15.99

KIT INNOVATIONS

TRIED & TESTED