CHRISTMAS SPECIAL – Five gifts for sailors under 50 euros

Christmas is just over a week away and the usual problem arises: you don’t know what to give friends, boyfriends and relatives as gifts. In case they are fond of sailing, we can help you out. Here are five gift ideas under 50 euros.

HI-TECH OVERSHOES, SHOES AND BOOTS
Lizard is an Italian company at the forefront of technology. Its flagship product is the Shield overstocking,waterproof, breathable, warm, lightweight and thin (it can be easily worn over one’s socks, even in tight-fitting shoes, and has a minimal footprint). But not only that, Lizard also offers ergonomic boat shoes and boots. Prices: starting from 39 euros. You can purchase them HERE

THE SMARTPHONE ANEMOMETER
The WeatherFlow Wind Meter is a smartphone anemometer that connects to the audio jack and via the free App becomes operational immediately. The Wind Meter was carefully designed to be the best of the portable anemometers and was carefully calibrated at the University of Florida in the Department of Aerospace Engineering. It is accurate even when not facing directly into the wind and detects with a maximum error of 0.1 m/s up to the off-axis of 15 degrees. It starts measuring with the slightest wind dribble and supports winds up to 200 km/h. The WeatherFlow Wind Meter is compatible with iPhone, iPad, iPod, and most smartphones running Android. Price: 39 euros. You can purchase it HERE.

THE TABLET CASES
Tablets, on board, are now an established reality. By downloading the right appa, they can be turned into true navigation powerhouses. However, the problem of water resistance remains. At Nauticplace you can find watertight cases for all tastes, with the ability to charge even if the device is inside the case, ergonomic and equipped with screen protectors that keep the touch function unchanged and do not reduce visibility. Prices: from 49 euros. You can purchase them HERE

HIGH QUALITY, LOW PRICES
Quality, comfort, and durability: rigorous selection of materials and sturdy construction guarantee you maximum comfort and prolonged longevity for the real pleasure of cruising in extreme conditions, but at a decidedly affordable cost. These are the gloves from XM Yachting: made of Amara, soft and comfortable even when wet, they dry very quickly; the top is spandex and they have double Kevlar and Amara palm and finger reinforcement with Kevlar double stitching for increased grip and excellent abrasion and tear resistance. Price: 19 euros. You can purchase them HERE.

SAILING VACATIONS IN THE MEDITERRANEAN
Sailing Holidays in the Mediterranean by Raffaella Marozzini is a book created for those who want to rent a sailboat, but also very useful for all owners who want to discover new itineraries to explore with their boat. The reader will be taken step-by-step from the time he or she has to decide whether to take a sailing vacation to the time he or she has to choose the right boat for him or her and his or her crew. You will be helped to understand how to untangle the various rental offers and how to smoothly go through all the steps, from booking to check-out. They will also be revealed all the tricks for a successful cruise: how to check in, how to organize the galley, how to combat seasickness, how to behave on board, how to manage the crew safely, and much more. For the main areas of the Mediterranean you will find a detailed description of weather conditions, coastlines, bays and anchorages, ports, shore excursions and many interesting facts. Price: 19 euros. You can purchase it HERE