[ SMART GADGETS AND STYLISH PRODUCTS THAT REALLY FLOAT OUR BOAT ]
G O ODS & GE A R BY RANDY WOODS
Protect your boat from ‘brglrs’ with Brnkl Your vessel is sure to see plenty of boat slips around Puget Sound and beyond this summer. Be sure you keep her safe during your voyages with this security and monitoring system from Victoria, British Columbia-based Brnkl. The module, which can be secured near the helm, includes sensors to track a range of variables—such as location, temperature, humidity, bilge pump activity, smoke alarms, leak detectors, and ignition switch activation—and sends alerts via your smartphone or other digital device whether you’re at home or half a world away. A camera accessory can also be added to snap photos of any suspicious activity. $895, plus $210 for an annual service plan // brnkl.io.
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Ice cream in a few shakes! Nothing is better after a summer’s day on the water than a dish of delicious ice cream. Now, you can make it on board in a snap and a shake with the Softshell Ice Cream Ball from Seattle’s UCO Gear. Just load up this softshell ball of fun with cream, sugar, and fruit in the mixing chamber, plus rock salt on the other side to provide the needed chill. Then simply shake or roll it around to mix the ingredients (a perfect job for young kids with lots of energy!). After 30 minutes of (gentle) activity, pop the lid open to scoop out a sweet, cold treat for boaters of all ages. Available in pint or quart sizes, the ball is made from food-safe, BPA-free materials and includes a “Pure & Simple” recipe booklet. $44.99 for quart-size; $34.99 for pint-size // ucogear.com.
Feel the beat with Garmin Fusion XS marine speakers Summer’s here, so let’s get this party started with some tunes! These Garmin Fusion XS marine 240-watt speakers will pump up the volume at your next boat party. The aluminum dome tweeter provides a smooth upper-frequency response and increased efficiency, while the overhung design reduces distortion and increases power and efficiency. An optional multicolor LED lighting system can help keep the party going after dark. The XS speakers are made with fully sealed crossover components to provide increased protection from the harsh marine environment and include a three-year warranty. $119.99 per pair for 4” diameter, or $199.99 for 7.7” diameter // buy.garmin.com.
