11 Awesome New Beach Gear You Need This Summer
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Cuddlefish Towel
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Aqua Vault
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Quiksilver Amphibian Shoes
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Sandless Beach Mat
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Safety Turtle Child Immersion Alarm Kit
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Altec Lansing Mini Lifejacket
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Roll-up Picnic Blanket
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RinseKit
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Silicone Wine Glasses
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Portable BBQ Suitcase
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Beach Towel Anchor
Finally, summer has arrived, which means it's time to hit the beach (or the pool). We've found eleven "why didn't I think of that" new inventions that will make your sand, surf, and sun time so much more fun—solving all your minor annoyances, from sunburns to safety concerns.
Dragging a bulky beach towel around is such a hassle. Downsize yours, without losing any of the plushness or water-absorbing qualities, with the microfiber towels from Cuddlefish. These towels only weigh 11 ounces and can be folded down to the size of an iPad (even though they are the same size as regular beach towels). They're also super soft and quick-drying!
What should you do with your valuables when you go for a swim? Secure them in the Aqua Vault, which locks your belongings to your pool chair or beach umbrella. The combination lock keeps everything secure and it's big enough to hold your phone.
Going tubing, boating, or anywhere your shoes might get wet? You need the Quiksilver Amphibian Shoes, which work both in and out of the water. They've got built-in drainage ports, a lining designed to prevent fungus/mold/mildew, a breathable mesh liner, and plenty of arch support.
Finally, no more sandy beach towels—the Sand-Free Multimat has a unique woven top layer that lets sand and dirt fall through, so you'll never have to lie on a gritty blanket again.
Help keep kids safe around the ocean or backyard pools with the Safety Turtle Child Immersion Alarm Kit, a wristband that sounds a loud alarm whenever it gets wet.
Take your music with you wherever you go with the Altec Lansing Life Jacket, which is a waterproof, sandproof, shockproof, and snowproof Bluetooth speaker. The battery lasts for 10 hours, so you won't have to worry about charging it at the beach.
This roll-up picnic blanket from fruitsuper design is super portable, thanks to its integrated shoulder straps and built-in snaps. Plus, it's made from water-repellent fabric and has wind-resistant corners to keep your picnic secure.
Love secluded beaches but hate bringing all the sand back to your hotel, house, or car? If there's no public outdoor shower or hose nearby, bring the RinseKit, which delivers up to four minutes of a pressurized spray of water. Just fill it up with up to two gallons of water before you leave—no batteries or pumping required.
Class up your beach picnics with the WineMeUp silicone wine glasses, perfect for drinking beverages of any kind outdoors. The squishy material means they're unbreakable, can be squished into your beach bag, and are dishwasher safe.
Feel like a spy and a master chef at the beach when you break out the Kikkerland Portable BBQ Suitcase, a handy briefcase that you can carry easily—and that opens up to reveal a neat little grill.
Tired of your beach towel getting bunched up or blowing away? These anchors keep your towel or blanket securely in place. Use them anywhere, from the pool to the park.
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