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If you're in the market for some nautical accessories and goodies, consider these products that work as advertised while also helping the aquatic world we love.
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Hobie Hull Float Sunglasses
Hobie, the manufacturer of plastic sailing dinghies and kayaks, recently announced a new line of sunglasses made from 100% upcycled scrap plastic. The frames, constructed using excess material from its boatbuilding process, turn waste into something useful. The carrying case is also made of upcycled plastic. The lenses are made using castor oil, as opposed to the petroleum-based polymers usually found in lenses. Hull Float sunglasses are polarized and float. A portion of all proceeds are donated to the FishAmerica Foundation, which funds conservation and research initiatives.
$119.99 | hobieeyewear.com
727 Sailbags Cushions
You may have seen used sails turned into totes and handbags, but have you seen them turned into throw pillows? 727 Sailbags’ expansive collection of products made from recycled end-of-life sails includes nautical décor for your cockpit or living room. Sails are predominantly made from Dacron, a polyester, so transforming used sails into new products extends their life and reduces the need to create more polyester. Plus, Dacron sail material is made to hold up well in a marine environment, and the designs are great!
$80–$100 | 727sailbags.com
Patagonia Wavefarer Boardshorts
These new boardshorts from Patagonia are not only comfortable and rugged, they’re made from reclaimed and recycled nylon fishing nets from NetPlus. NetPlus collects end-of-life commercial fishing nets from communities around the world, preventing them from becoming “ghost gear” or heading to a landfill. They clean, shred, and reform the nylon into usable thread fit to be woven back into fabrics, like Patagonia’s swim trunks and other outdoor apparel.
$75 | patagonia.com/netplus
Gill XPEL Tec Long Sleeve Top
Most water-resistant outdoor clothing is made using a Durable Water Repellent (DWR) coating. But DWR uses harmful per- and polyfluoroalkyl chemicals that can leach into the environment and persist there indefinitely. Enter Gill, with a better idea. The company engineered XPEL, a replacement to traditional DWR coatings that maintains water repellency, sweat-wicking properties, and breathability without using those “forever chemicals.”
$39.95 | gillfishing.com/xpel