NEW GEAR FOR SUMMER

1. NORTH SAILS PERFORMANCE offshore gear • $700 (trousers), $750 (jacket) • northsails.com

The renowned sailmaking company has launched a technical sailing clothing line that includes a range of foul-weather gear. The Offshore collection features a jacket (or smock) and trousers constructed from Gore-tex Pro fabric, which offers highly waterproof and breathable protection. A four-layer, durable, nonabsorbent laminate reinforces the knees and seat.

2. RHEOS reedy • $78 • rheosgear.com

Rheos has been making floating eyewear designed for life on the water since 2016. A new partnership with lifestyle brand Southern Tide has resulted in a range of new frames that are functional yet fashionable. The rugged frames are made out of a lightweight nylon, and the scratch-resistant lenses are available in a range of tints.

3. ACR bivy • $350 • acrartex.com

Out of cell range? The Bivy stick works alongside a sailor’s smartphone or other device to communicate SMS messages, track and share location information, access GPS maps, view live weather forecasts, and signal a distress call. ACR plans to roll out the device and service with no annual contract or activation fee, meaning you can choose to pay for the service only when using it.