Holiday Gift Ideas For Boaters
Are you looking for something to bring joy to a boater? You don't have to worry if your boater is a sailor or cruiser, a racer or fisherperson, on a centre console or wakeboat, pontoonboat or motoryacht. There are always things that will make them happy on the water. Let's take a look at the most recent products in all categories.
ACR Electronics ResQFlare
The U.S. Coast Guard outlines safety guidelines for boats with motors. Nearly every boat must have a visual signaling system, which means flares. Different vessels have different requirements so it can get confusing and flares will eventually need to be replaced. You can now use an inexpensive, high-intensity electronic distress signal instead of pyrotechnic flares.
The ACR ResQFlare is compliant with USCG requirements for nighttime vision signaling. It is waterproof, floats, and visible up to six miles, depending on the conditions. The ResQFlare emits Morse Code to indicate S-O-S and can also strobe for up to 20 hours. It is lightweight, portable, easy-to-use, durable, and includes a visual distress flag for daytime. It is rechargeable by the user and can last for many years. It is a vital safety device for vessels.
Retail Price Approximated: $80
Teak Isle Ottoman Entertainment Caddy
The Teak Isle Ottoman Entertainment Caddy is the perfect accessory for boaters who have a pontoonboat. The ottoman can be used to hold the entire party while it is sat on top of the ottoman. The compact unit can hold four wine glasses, coffee mugs, four small water bottles, a wine chiller (or 2 liters of soda), additional wine bottles or cups and corkscrews. It also has room for two cellphones.
The caddy measures 24" W, 10" D, and 9" H. It has a nonskid mat to stop the upholstery from sliding. The caddy is made from maintenance-free King StarBoard and stainless fasteners. It also comes in a range of standard colors.
Retail Price: $325
KastKing Filet & Bait Knife
There are always enough knives for the angler in your family. KastKing knives are 5-9 inches in length. These knives are made from durable German stainless steel and have a sharp edge on one side and a serrated on the other. They can be used for many onboard tasks. Its ultra-thin blade allows you to follow the natural contours and movements of your catch with ease.
These knives can quickly cut frozen bait like butter. KastKing has a wide range of tools at an affordable price and is highly rated. These knives have a lockable, self-draining sheath as well as a non-slip, polymer grip.
Retail starting at $22
EveryDayBoater Cuda Blue Mirror Sunglasses
Everyone needs to have good eye protection when on the water. The glare from the white decks, sails, and water can be very harsh and potentially dangerous. EveryDayBoater glasses are a must for salty boaters. The style is available in four different lens colors, including amber, green, grey, or grey. It provides protection that goes beyond fashion glasses.
The TR-90 frames are made of lightweight plastic and premium polarized glasses lenses. They can be worn all day by your boater. They come with a lifetime limited warranty and provide 100% UVA/UVB protection. Cudas are perfect for small- to medium-sized heads. However, there are also other styles for larger heads.
Retail Price Approximate: $119
Garmin GPSMAP 1243xsv
Multifunction displays (MFDs), which combine sonar, radar and cartography today, are a delight for boaters. The GPSMAP 1243xsv is designed to work with a variety of dash configurations. It has an edge-to–edge glass display that can either be bail-, flush or flat-mounted. This model also has a smaller footprint than previous models. The high-resolution IPS touchscreen allows for maximum viewing angles even when wearing polarized sunglasses.
This MFD 12-inch features a built-in ClearVu and SideVu scanning sonars. Garmin's vibrant color palettes are supported. It also supports 1-kW CHIRP conventional sonar. (Transducers available separately. It supports radar as well as the Panoptix LiveScope Sonar. BlueChart g3 coastal maps and LakeVu 3 inland maps are preloaded to give boaters the best Garmin and Navionics data. This will ensure that your boater can catch fish throughout the day and get home in the evening.
Retail Price Approximate: $2,900
inteliPlug Drain Plug for Vaults
It's only a matter time if you or your boater haven't lost a drain plug. Metal plugs can sink quickly, are expensive to replace, and are difficult to tighten because of their circular design. Patent pending, inteliPlug now has a triangular polymer connector with a 1/2-inch NPT thread. Its ergonomic shape allows boaters to easily tighten or loosen the plug with a wrench. The threads and an O-ring back up provide a watertight seal. What's the best thing? The best part? The Vault is made from marine-grade ABS and is extremely affordable.
Retail Price Approximate: $15
Torqeedo Travel 603
The world is moving to electric, and this includes outboards for small sailboats, tenders, and canoes. Torqeedo is Germany's leading manufacturer of outboards using marine electric propulsion. Their latest model is the Travel 603. The motor weighs in at 34 pounds, including the battery, and is two-horsepower direct-drive, short shaft.
The 603 is a powerful outboard with plenty of torque, but it's also the most quiet on the market. The integrated lithium-ion high-performance battery is rated at 500 Wh. It's the ideal solution when your mothership uses diesel but you don’t want to bring gasoline.
Retail Price Approximate: $1,999
EFOY 80 or 150 fuel cell
You can never have enough power to run all your toys and needs on a boat. Extra batteries can prove to be cumbersome and difficult to charge. The EFOY, a fuel cell that uses methanol technology, is here. It uses methanol, which comes in a fuel cartridge, to convert it into electrical energy. It recharges an EFOY battery with lithium and is available in two smaller sizes EFOY 150 or 80. These are ideal for small boats and camping.
EFOY is lightweight and small. It produces water as a byproduct. You can charge AC electronics with an inverter and it can supply 12V or 24V power.
Retail Price Estimate Starting at $3,000
Towing membership from BoatUS and Sea Tow
Boaters sometimes get stuck or have to deal with unexpected events. It's expensive to tow boats on the water so it is best to get assistance from AAA of the waterways. Although there are many companies that offer assistance and towing, the two largest providers of this service in the country are Sea Tow and BoatUS.
You can rest assured knowing that you have 24/7 support and are not charged extra for soft groundings or towing back to your home slip. Although both companies offer Gold memberships, their benefits differ. To choose the best, you'll need read through the exceptions and the offers carefully. Both plans are available in other options.
Prices: $119 to $179
Sea-Doo Switch
You can give your boater or would-be boater a boat if you feel generous. Sea-Doo has just launched the Switch, a part Personal Water Craft (PWC), and part pontoon boat. It's all fun.
This introduction by a Canadian builder has truly turned the boating world upside down. The craft is small and compact, but it has the heart of an PWC. You can even drive it like one with handlebars rather than a steering wheel. The Switch is powered by a Rotax jet engine and features a deck of configurable LinQ quick-attach tiles. This allows you to arrange your "furniture", while the helm remains stationary. You can personalize your boat in 100 different ways.
You can choose from models ranging in length from 13 to 21 feet, and you have the option of a 150- or 230-hp Jet Drive. The best thing? The best part? It starts at $18,000, so if you have a boater who has been exceptionally good, this could be a great gift idea.
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