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Why You Need UV Protective Rashies
In the past, UV rashies (or sun safe tops) have received an undeservedly bad rap for being uncool. Yet in countries known for their bright sunshine and love for watersports,...
Why You Need UV Protective Rashies
In the past, UV rashies (or sun safe tops) have received an undeservedly bad rap for being uncool. Yet in countries known for their bright sunshine and love for watersports,...
Continue Reading ›Sailing Safety Essentials
There are so many reasons to fall in love with sailing. It is a lifestyle sport that offers everything from laid-back afternoon cruising to high-speed adrenaline rushes! As the sport...
Sailing Safety Essentials
There are so many reasons to fall in love with sailing. It is a lifestyle sport that offers everything from laid-back afternoon cruising to high-speed adrenaline rushes! As the sport...
Continue Reading ›Ocean Kayaking Guide
A handy ocean kayaking guide from one of the world's leading paddling apparel brands Vaikobi. Includes information about what to take with you, how to prepare for a day ocean...
Ocean Kayaking Guide
A handy ocean kayaking guide from one of the world's leading paddling apparel brands Vaikobi. Includes information about what to take with you, how to prepare for a day ocean...
Continue Reading ›Vaikobi turns heads with the launch of their ne...
Vaikobi’s exclusive youth collection has just launched, with all the best gear for 9-14 year-old kids participating in sailing, paddling, and other watersports. Find out what's in the new Vaikobi Youth collection.
Vaikobi turns heads with the launch of their ne...
Vaikobi’s exclusive youth collection has just launched, with all the best gear for 9-14 year-old kids participating in sailing, paddling, and other watersports. Find out what's in the new Vaikobi Youth collection.
Continue Reading ›A 6-step Guide To Kayaking Gear For Beginners
From clothing that keeps you warm even when you fall in, to safety items that will give you peace of mind, Vaikobi's checklist is a must-read if you are getting started...
A 6-step Guide To Kayaking Gear For Beginners
From clothing that keeps you warm even when you fall in, to safety items that will give you peace of mind, Vaikobi's checklist is a must-read if you are getting started...
Continue Reading ›The Best Hats for Dinghy Sailing
Wearing hats for dinghy sailing is one of the most effective ways to lessen the risk of melanoma and other forms of skin cancer. Vaikobi has range of hats specifically designed...
The Best Hats for Dinghy Sailing
Wearing hats for dinghy sailing is one of the most effective ways to lessen the risk of melanoma and other forms of skin cancer. Vaikobi has range of hats specifically designed...
Continue Reading ›Do life jackets have expiry dates?
While life jackets don’t have expiry dates, there are several factors to consider when deciding if a PFD has reached the end of its lifespan. A life jacket that has...
Do life jackets have expiry dates?
While life jackets don’t have expiry dates, there are several factors to consider when deciding if a PFD has reached the end of its lifespan. A life jacket that has...
Continue Reading ›Top 5 Tips for Wetsuit Care
Whether you're a surfer or sailor, here are Vaikobi's 5 top tips for wetsuit care to avoid rubber degradation, wetsuit seam damage, seized wetsuit zippers and fading neoprene.
Top 5 Tips for Wetsuit Care
Whether you're a surfer or sailor, here are Vaikobi's 5 top tips for wetsuit care to avoid rubber degradation, wetsuit seam damage, seized wetsuit zippers and fading neoprene.
Continue Reading ›The Importance of Wearing a Rash Shirt during W...
From the sun safe fabrication, fit on the body, and style options, we find out about the importance of Wearing a Rash Shirt during Water Sports.
The Importance of Wearing a Rash Shirt during W...
From the sun safe fabrication, fit on the body, and style options, we find out about the importance of Wearing a Rash Shirt during Water Sports.
Continue Reading ›What Is the Difference Between A PFD and Life J...
For anyone participating in ocean performance sports, it's important to know what level of buoyancy aid, life jacket or PFD you need, and the difference Between A PFD and Life...
What Is the Difference Between A PFD and Life J...
For anyone participating in ocean performance sports, it's important to know what level of buoyancy aid, life jacket or PFD you need, and the difference Between A PFD and Life...
Continue Reading ›Our Favourite Winter Dinghy Sailing Gear
As winter rears its head, sailing withdrawal kicks in. The empty playground of our favourite waterways beckons as we work out how to get back out there for a cheeky...
Our Favourite Winter Dinghy Sailing Gear
As winter rears its head, sailing withdrawal kicks in. The empty playground of our favourite waterways beckons as we work out how to get back out there for a cheeky...
Continue Reading ›We interview Ocean Adventurer, Cyril Derreumaux...
A few years ago, Vaikobi's San Francisco based Dealer Cyril Derreumaux (On the Water 360) told Vaikobi's Pat Langley about his dream to kayak solo, unassisted across the Pacific Ocean...
We interview Ocean Adventurer, Cyril Derreumaux...
A few years ago, Vaikobi's San Francisco based Dealer Cyril Derreumaux (On the Water 360) told Vaikobi's Pat Langley about his dream to kayak solo, unassisted across the Pacific Ocean...
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