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HELLY HANSEN SALT CRUISER 1 LIGHTWEIGHT SAILING SHOE
Helly Hansen has a new range of summer sailing footwear. For cruising sailors, it has developed the Salt Cruiser v1, borrowing some features from its high-performance HP Foil range. This lightweight trainer comes in classic navy blue or grey finish for men and women and includes a number of sailing-specific features, including a toe-cap to protect from crushing injuries, and a moulded heel-cap. The sole is to Helly’s so-called Storm Grip design, with small ridges offering decent traction in wet and dry conditions. While not waterproof, it utilises a quick-drying design with drainage holes.
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GARMIN QUATIX 7 WATCH UPDATED SMARTWATCH
The Quatix series has successfully adapted Garmin’s fitness wearables for the marine sector, and the latest version adds more boat-specific features. You can still monitor your heart rate, receive notifications, screen calls and select
