11 gadgets to help you get the most out of the beach
Blue skies and sun can mean only one thing: it’s beach season. Whether you want to work on your tan or catch some surf, these gadgets should improve your trip to the coast.
Like kids waiting for Christmas, many of us spend the whole year dreaming about beach season. Whether you live near the coast or only visit on vacation, those precious few weeks offer an annual window for relaxation. To help you make the most of your time on the warm sand, we’ve sought out the best beach gadgets money can buy.
Before we get started, here are some great vacation-related reads to enjoy while you’re waiting for the sun:
- Looking for a new place to visit this summer? Here’s a list of the top 20 beaches in the world.
- If you plan to take a dip, take heed of warning flags — they tell you about dangerous rip currents.
- The fortunate residents of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina get to share their sand with baby turtles!
Sandless Beach Mat
At the risk of stating the obvious, it’s easy to get covered in sand when you’re lounging on the beach. This ingenious mat provides a safe zone, thanks to a patented design that allows the sand to pass straight through. You’ll never have to worry about bringing home the beach again.(Price: $16.99 USD)
DEZZIO Innovative Beach Bag
Of course, sand can also ruin your lunch and mess up your tech. Like the mat above, the DEZZIO beach bag has a sand discharge mesh at the bottom. In addition, there are 10 pockets for all your stuff as well as two built-in USB charging ports. (Price: $89 USD)
Aquapac Waterproof Camera Case
If you want to take photos while splashing about in the ocean, this case is an essential accessory. It works perfectly with most compact cameras, with easy access to the controls and a hard acrylic lens. (Price: $36.46 USD)
Bahia Quick Shelter Protective Sun Shelter
Weather by the sea can be unpredictable. No matter if it’s sunny, windy, or rainy, this robust shelter will keep you comfortable. It has a front awning for better shade, sand pockets to combat the wind, and three zippered mesh windows for better air circulation. (Price: $64.99 USD)
BeanBagglz Cornhole Game
Cornhole is a fun game that anyone can play with the minimum of effort. BeanBagglz offers a new twist, with 33 different variants. And if tossing a beanbag seems like hard work, you can flip over the board for use as a small table. Chess or cards on the beach, anyone? (Price: $149.95 USD)
ECOXBT Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
Listening to your favorite summer anthems is a great way to relax, but most speakers hate sand and water. The ECOXBT breaks the mold, with a design that’s sealed from the elements. You can even use this compact boombox to charge your phone. (Price: $65.99 USD)
FlexSafe Portable Travel Safe
Burying your valuables under a towel when you go swimming is pretty risky. FlexSafe offers much better security, with a three-digit lock and cut-resistant nylon. You can even lock it to your beach lounger to stop opportunist thieves. (Price: $59.95)
Sharkbanz Shark Deterrent Band
In some parts of the world, sharks can be a real menace in the shallows. This band emits an electromagnetic field to deter those aquatic predators so that you can swim in safety. It’s suitable for all ages, and it works down to 100 meters deep. (Price: $74 USD)
Sunscreenr UV Viewer
Sunscreen works by reflecting and absorbing harmful UV rays. This neat little gadget helps you see underprotected areas of your skin using a UV lens. Never again will you have an excuse for “missing a bit.” (Price: $119)
RovR RollR Towable Wheeled Cooler
If you’re planning to spend a whole day down at the beach, this rolling cooler will keep your beer ice cold. It has huge nine-inch wheels that roll effortlessly across the sand, and you can even tow it behind your bike. (Price: $399)
The Elevate Grill
The beach is a great place to eat, but single-use BBQ trays can be disappointing. Enter the Elevate Grill — this portable cooker provides two cast-iron grates with fine heat control. It runs on gas, and you can use it to grill virtually anything, from fish to veggies. (Price: $249.99)
We hope this list has provided you with a little inspiration ahead of the beach season. But we’d also love to hear about your essentials! What do you always take to the beach?
