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Here is our selection of “gifts that taste like the sea.”
1. The classy sailor can be recognized by how he looks: Custom Vibram duffel bag
The true classy sailor is immediately recognized by the way he or she looks with the boat’s name embroidered in strict English cursive font. Nauticplace renews this tradition at Christmas by offering garments and accessories on which to affix simple embroidery. Products can be personalized with name or embroidered initials, a nice idea for a gift at unbeatable prices. Duffel bags and towel sets. From 56 € including embroidery. Find out here
2. Subscription to the Journal of Sailing
Giving a gift of a subscription to Il Giornale della Vela is a different idea to be remembered every month of the year, partly because new subscribers by December 31 will receive the 2017 Poster Calendar for free. In addition, those who received the subscription as a gift will be sent, via e-mail, a “greeting card” notifying them of the activation of the subscription with an indication of who offered it. From 29 €
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3. Tacking master
The perfect gift to give the racing sailor. Dwrist device that allows you to manage navigation and tactics while racing, always having data under control and without the help of complicated electronics. Price 79 €
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4. Helly Hansen duffel bag
Helly Hansen duffel bag, as useful on a boat as for any out-of-town trip. Especially versatile with padded shoulder straps. Fits everywhere, comes in different sizes and colors. Price from 79 €
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5. Free wheeling
New this year, a lightweight “hand-held” outboard, equipped with a propeller with large blades and a bracket that allows it to be mounted on the transom. Suitable for those who care about the environment, those who want to train, and those who use a 2.50- to 3-meter tender.
Price 159 €. Discover here
6. Offshore dungarees
A great end-of-year offer, this professional dungaree is waterproof, breathable and made of SEATECH microporous 2-layer fabric with adjustable elastic suspenders and circumference adjustment at the chest via elastic. Cordura® reinforcements on knees. 165 € discounted to only 49 €
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7. Spin Lizard technical boot
Technical, professional and high-performance boot suitable for deep-sea sailing. LIZARD ‘s creativity deep knowledge of foot biomechanics and footwear manufacturing technologies have created a revolutionary boating boot. Price 198 €
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8. LED light kit for cockpit
The ultimate solution for illuminating the cockpit. Cirnapro is a new kit consisting of a special LED strip inserted in a webbing that can be applied anywhere. Fully waterproof and shock resistant has generated a warm light that is comfortable to the eye. Price 59.50 Find out here
9. Quatix 3 Garmin smartwatch
The absolute TOP among boating smartwachs, brand new Garmin Quatix 3 watch with integrated GPS, with f
unctions dedicated to motor and sailing navigation such as anchor alarm and Man Over Board. Price 599.00 € Discover here
10. Olaf folding scooter
To be the fastest of all, an exclusive and absolutely brilliant product. Use at the dock or even in the city. Scooter, backpack, skateboard all in one. Price 264.00 € Discover here
11. Multisport Aquaglide
Multisport 270 is the world’s only inflatable drift boat that easily converts to windsurfing, towing, kayaking, and carrying it in a convenient trolley. It inflates in minutes and you can stow it easily. Ideal for use in roadstead but also from the beach. Price 1129.00 Discover here
12. Esa watch
The most versatile and effective tool for displaying all navigation data on the wrist. Connect via Wi-Fi to instrumentation to display real-time boat data on your wrist. Price 399.00 Discover here
13. Waterproof USB cable
Indestructible and ultra-durable, it will be the last USB cable you buy. Stainless connectors with patented anti-corrosion protection. Special heavy-duty cable resistant to oil and abrasion. Price 35.00 Find out here
14. Smartphone anemometer
The WeatherFlow Wind Meter is a smartphone anemometer that connects to the audio jack and via the free App becomes operational immediately. Price 35.10 Find out here
15. 180N self-inflating life jacket
Great value for money. Hammar hydrostatic automatic inflation (this system negates the possibility of accidental inflation), built-in seat belt Price 140.00 € Check out here
16. Helly Hansen Child’s Cerata
For use in the boat but also perfect in the city. The oilskin is the one made of coarse plastic designed to protect fishermen, even the most irreverent children will be dry and protected from water with this garment. It also leaves every freedom of movement, fashionable line guaranteed Helly Hansen. Also in blue, for only €60
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17. SKIPPER Inox Knife
The durable knife with a comfortable and ergonomic handle. Stainless-steel lockpick model with pinpick opener and screwdriver equipped with colorful non-slip handle. Price €33.00
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18. PLB1 Personal Locator
Very small and compact personal locator. It enables safe navigation in all conditions. In the event of an emergency, the rescue machine is activated and starts. Small convenient and easy to use. Everyone should have one in navigation. Price $359.00
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19. Led Senser Flashlight
Perfect gift for boaters. Most useful in emergencies to inspect the seabed or when scuba diving to admire fish in the dark. Designed forunderwater use with its axial collimator that allows it to overcome underwater refraction of light and thus illuminate at a great distance with an amazing depth of focus. Price $70.48
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20. Waterproof binoculars 7×50
Durable and with a non-slip coated handle. Waterproof 7 x 50 waterproof optics with central focus. Moisture resistant and fully shockproof rubber coated and interior with red multi-treated nitrogen optics. Price €193.00
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21. Sailor Jacket
Unique and timeless U.S. Navy classic sailor jacket model. With double-breasted dark blue color, practically black, fully lined with quilted lining and light padding. Price € 190.00
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22. Barbeque Magma da Barca
Ideal for a cruise with flair. Don’t trust imitations. The most famous and widely used boat barbecue is only the original Magma charcoal Model made of polished stainless steel. All components are interconnected to prevent falling overboard. Lid that can be positioned as a screen. Price €239.00
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23. Handy Duck
Also called the pair-saver, it is a half sailor with an automatic hook that allows you to catch buoys, hooks or whatever else easily and safely. Only one free hand is needed as opposed to other hooks that run the line through the rings. No more yelling between husband and wife, and the buoy is immediately caught! Half Sailor Kit + Hook Price €96.00
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24. Locman Stealth Mare
Handsome as hell with the yellow strap and contrasting black quandrant. Locman’s flagship model ideal on the boat and in the city. The Stealth Mare features a unidirectional rotating bezel made of steel finished with a knurling that makes it easy to rotate while diving, the Stealth Mare ‘s bezel features large Arabic numerals alternating with markers for maximum visibility. Discounted price at €219.00
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25. Vhf Cobra
Carefully designed for those who need a portable marine VHF that is particularly small in size, but who at the same time do not want to give up the ultimate in technology, characteristic of all Cobra Marine VHFs. Price Discounted to €105
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26. Bretagne Jacket
A nice warm, waterproof and breathable jacket, high-density thermal padding to maintain body temperature. With breathable and waterproof inner coating, it has high-frequency taped seams, neck circumference adjustment, man-woman front button closure, and inner pocket and two outer pockets lined with thermal material. Discounted to €159.00 Discover here
27. Backpack Pond
A great 30-liter waterproof backpack for carrying items to protect from water. Useful for cruising and racing and other water sports. with quick proof closure (top or side), and ultra fix system for attaching carabiners or other, mesh pocket, removable shoulder straps. With high waterproofness to allow floating for 24 hours. Ideal for demanding, professional use and long exposures to water (speology, canyoning, rafting, etc.) At only €57.00
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It looks like a regular city bag instead it hides a real waterproof bag to protect phones, tablets and cameras from water. Available in multiple sizes, it is ideal for when going ashore with the tender. From only €40.00
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29. Lizard waterproof overshoe
If you want a foot that is always dry and warm then this is the right over-sock. Designed by Lizard has a special inner rivestimendo that protects the foot from water and cold. With boots or shoes you will no longer have problems with your feet. Available in two different sizes: high and low, from €45
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30. Sup Cascade Aquaglide
Gift of the year! SUP is the most widely used summer gadget for spending fun times at roadstead. To go on short hikes, get some exercise, or just sunbathe. The Sup inflates and deflates in a snap and stores in its handy backpack. Discounted to 490 €
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