Knuckle Down
KONG Waterproof Gloves ($54) from Ironclad have an antimicrobial, waterproof, breathable membrane and an oil-resistant coating to keep hands clean while servicing engines. A silicone grip pattern on the palm and fingers will help tools stay put, and the full back-of-hand, finger and knuckle impact protection ensures that, while the gloves might get banged, your hands won’t. Ironclad; ironclad.com
Your gear’s ability to compatibly communicate can make or break an extended cruise. To set you on the investigative path towards the ideal package and stir your gadget lust, we’ve selected the following suite.
A reminder from the U.S. Coast Guard to use your VHF radio—not your cellphone—to call for help when you're in distress on the water.
We rounded up five notable Newporters to model this year's must-have holiday gifts. From the latest styles in winter apparel to the hottest new cameras and those ever-popular bottles of "cheer," there is something here for all of your favorite seafarers—and no doubt an item or two you'll want under your own Christmas tree. Read more about each Newporter in our December 2012 issue.
