Your Gear Shop for Lovers of Good Design & Great Sailing
A curated collection of sailing gear, gifts for sailors and well-designed things for life aboard. From offshore sailing jackets and shoes tested by Saltwater Journal, to practical sailing gear, ocean lifestyle finds and comfy things for below deck.
Gear Tested by Saltwater Journal
Sailing gear SWJ Editor — Tara Cooney has actually put to the test. These are the jackets, sailing shoes, layers and other bits of kit used aboard, including gear tested on coastal sailing and offshore passages across the South Pacific. Read the full Saltwater Journal reviews or shop the gear directly.
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Astral Loyak EZ HT
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Henri-Lloyd Ocean Pro
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Helly Hansen Pier 4.0
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Spinlock Deckvest Lite+
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Leatherman Signal
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Vallon Heron Ocean
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Zorali Air-Grid-Fleece
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Helly Hansen Skagen F1 Offshore
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Zorali Escapade Backpack
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Hydrapak Stow Drink Bottle
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DJI Mini 2 Drone
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Gill Deckhand Sailing Gloves
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Mermaid's Secret First Breath Bundle
Gifts For Sailors
Actually useful gifts for sailors and boat owners, from small sailing gifts and affordable finds to seriously good gear worth splashing out on. I've skipped the novelty captain mugs in favour of things I'd genuinely be happy to use aboard.
Under $30
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Nautical Slang Playing Cards
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Gill Deckhand Sailing Gloves
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Helly Hansen Everyday Wool Socks
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HydraPak Stow Collapsible Water Bottle 500ml
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Helly Hansen Guide Wash Bag
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Chums Hat Clip
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Yeti Rambler Stainless Steel Insulated Tumbler
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Floating Cork Ball Key Ring
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Under $100
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Gill Multi-purpose Marine Tool
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Luci Solar Lantern
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Black Diamond Rechargeable Head Lamp
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Vortex Triumph HD 10x42 Binoculars
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Rhino Rescue Waterproof Boat First Aid Kit
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Peak Design Field Pouch
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Gill 5L Dry Bag
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Pnaeut Hammock Swing Chair
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Grosche Milano Stovetop Espresso Maker
Splurge
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Garmin InReach Mini Satellite Communicator
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Shokz Waterproof Headphones
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Helly Hansen Pier 4.0
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Sig Sauer Kilo3K 6X22MM Laser Rangefinder
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Leatherman Signal
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Predict Wind Subscription
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Kodak PixPro 16MP Waterproof Digital Camera
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Sena Nautitalk Crew Communication Headset
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Kindle Paperwhite
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Singer Heavy Duty Sewing Machine
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Audible Membership Subscription
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Ultimate Ears Boom Portable Speaker
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Astral Airbelt
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Niphean Inflatable Stand Up Paddleboard
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Made In Stainless Steel Frying Pan
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Magma Stainless Steel Gourmet Nesting Cookware Set
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Mermaid's Secret First Breath Bundle
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Pendleton Eco-Wise 100% Wool Throw
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Henri-Lloyd Ocean Pro Full Zip Smock
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Henri-Lloyd Ocean Pro Hi-Fit
What To Wear
What to wear sailing depends enormously on where and how you sail. These are some of my picks for sailing jackets, shoes, technical layers and everyday sailing clothes, including gear I've personally tested offshore and aboard.
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Astral Loyak High Noon Hemp Tee
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Helly Hansen Après Knit Sweater
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Henri-Lloyd Women's Seamless Merino Pant
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Pendleton Wool Check Shirt
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Henri-Lloyd Cowes Tee
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Zorali Hotham Jacket
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Astral Loyak EZ HT
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Converse All Star Sneakers
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Mission Cooling Wide Brim Hat
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Back to Bali Sarong
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Andie Amalfi Swimsuit
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Furtalk Fedora Straw Beach Hat
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Henri-Lloyd Tec Trucker Cap
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Vallon Heron Ocean
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Henri-Lloyd Ocean Pro
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Helly Hansen Pier 4.0
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Spinlock Deckvest Lite+
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Below Deck
Well-designed things for boat interiors and life below deck. Good lighting, clever storage, galley finds, tableware, bedding and other things that make a sailboat interior an organised, comfortable — more enjoyable — place to live.
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Marquis by Waterford Markham Double Old Fashion Cut Crystal Glasses Set
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Madamelique Turkish Hand Towels
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The Sleep Guard Pure Silk Eye Mask
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Victory Symbol Linen Pillowcases
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GIR Collapsible Colander
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Acacia Wooden Spoons
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Tabic Traditional Brass Wall Tide Clock
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Newton Espresso Brua3 Max Manual Espresso Machine
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Tomashi Portable Cassette Player
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Miss Adola Cotton Tea Towels
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Audible Membership Subscription
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Ultimate Ears Boom Portable Speaker
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Made In Stainless Steel Frying Pan
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Magma Nesting Stainless Steel Gourmet Cookware Set
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Grosche Milano Stovetop Espresso Maker
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Pendleton Yakima Wool Cotton
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Simple & Opulence French Flax Linen Duvet Cover Set
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Locs Micrai Hanging Storage Basket