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Head to the beach fully prepared and enjoy a stress-free day soaking up the sun and surf. Packing the right gear is key to maximizing your comfort and safety. From high-quality sunscreen to innovative beach pillows, here are the top 10 essential beach gear items for your next seaside escape.
1. Sunscreen
- Essential for protection: Choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher to shield your skin from harmful UV rays. We prefer spray sunscreen over lotion for ease of application. Also, look for reef safe sunscreen to help protect the environment.
- Tip: Water-resistant formulas are best for maintaining protection even after swimming.
- Top Pick – Sun Bum Original SPF 50 Sunscreen Spray.
- Honorable Mention – Sun Bum Original SPF 45 Sunscreen Face Mist.
2. Beach Towel
- Why it’s a must: Opt for a large, quick-drying, and absorbent beach towel to comfortably lounge on while keeping the sand at bay.
- Feature: Microfiber towels are perfect for their lightweight and sand-resistant properties.
- Top Pick – Sand Cloud Extra Large Turkish Beach Towel. The Sand Cloud blankets and towels are amazing. The extra large is 62″ x72″ so there is enough room for the whole family. Sand free and machine washable what more do you need?
- Honorable Mention – WETCAT Turkish Beach Blanket Sandproof
3. Beach Bag
- Importance: Select a beach bag that is roomy enough for all your essentials and crafted from durable materials that resist sun and sand.
- Selection tip: Bags with multiple compartments and waterproof lining are particularly useful to keep in clean and sand free.
- Top Pick – Simple Modern Beach Bag Rubber Tote – Large enough to fit everything you need for your day at the beach. Light weight, stay standing up and easy to hose down to clean off all the sand.
- Honorable Mention – F-color Beach Mesh Bag – This mesh bag is loaded with pockets for all your gear. Sand free and washable while being packable this bag is perfect if you are flying to your beach getaway.
4. Beach Pillow
- Comfort enhancement: A beach pillow provides crucial neck support and enhances relaxation, a must-have for extended beach stays.
- Convenience: Look for inflatable options for easy packing and portability.
- Top Pick – Ballast Beach Pillow – Your perfect companion for sandy lounging. The unique design keeps it anchored, so you can enjoy the sun without chasing your comfort every time a breeze rolls by. It also has a spot to put cooling gel packs to help you stay comfy.
- Honorable Mention – TREKOLOGY Beach Pillow
5. Beach Umbrella
- Shade provider: An umbrella offers essential shade, making your beach time safer and more enjoyable.
- Feature: Choose umbrellas with robust anchoring systems to withstand gusty sea breezes.
- Top Pick – Gorich Beach Tent – Super easy to set up with weights you create using sand this tent won’t blow away. Super roomy for a couple of adults. It is also super packable and light at just 4.85 pounds.
- Honorable Mention – Sport-Brella Versa-Brella – This clip on personal umbrella is great for traveling and using not only beach side but at the pool as well.
6. Portable Cooler
- Keeps refreshments cool: A cooler is vital for keeping your beverages and snacks chilled all day.
- Product tip: Coolers with wheels offer easy maneuverability across the sand. Better yet choose a backpack still for even more ease of transporting snacks.
- Top Pick – SPARTER Backpack Cooler – Holding a whooping 49 cans and a separate compartment for food this cooler is perfect for the beach.
- Honorable Mention – Scothen Backpack Cooler
7. Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
- Why it is essential: Stay in the groove with a waterproof Bluetooth speaker that ensures your favorite tunes play on, rain or shine, without worrying about waves or unexpected beach showers.
- Functionality: Opt for speakers that are also dust proof.
- Top Pick – JBL Clip 4 – Portable Bluetooth Speaker – JBL is well known for their portable speakers. This little gem is perfect for beach or pool side to keep the party going. 10 hours of battery life will keep the tunes going. Optional matching case for storage is available as well.
- Honorable Mention – EBODA Bluetooth Waterproof Speaker – This speaker is water and dust proof, floats and has a 24 hour battery life. In addition it has LED lights that add a party vibe.
8. Sand Remover
- Why it’s essential: A sand remover (such as a brush or mitt) quickly cleans off sand from your body and gear, keeping you comfortable.
- Advantage: These tools are lightweight and don’t require water, making them perfect for a quick cleanup.
- Top Pick – Pilotfish Beach Essentials Sand Remover Bag – This talc free little bag wipes away sand with ease. No more tracking sand back to the hotel or your home.
- Honorable Mention – SHAKALO SANDSCREEN Sand Removal Bag – This product is also talc free but has the added benefit of being reef safe.
9. Solar Charger
- Energy on the go: A solar charger keeps your devices powered up by harnessing the power of the sun.
- Eco-friendly tip: Look for compact and efficient models to easily attach to your beach bag or umbrella.
- Top Pick – Licorne Solar Charger Power Bank – This quick charger can charge two devices at once and is waterproof as well.
- Honorable Mention – Suscell Portable Solar Charger
10. Hat
- Keep cool and protected: A hat protects you from the sun with a wide brim hat, designed to shield your face and neck from harsh rays while enhancing your beachside style.
- Selection Tip: Chose one that is packable, has UPF protection and is made of breathable materials
- Top Pick – FURTALK Womens Sun Straw Hat – This wide brim hat comes in multiple sizes that are adjustable. Includes a chin strap that can be hidden when not in use.
- Honorable Mention – Comhats Summer Beach Sun Hat – This beach hat checks all the boxes but is designed for all of the pony tail loving ladies.
Bonus – Portable Safe
- Secure your valuables: A portable safe protects your valuables like keys, wallet, and jewelry while you swim or relax.
- Selection tip: Invest in a safe that is both water-resistant and can be securely anchored to your beach setup.
- Top Pick – Master Lock Portable Small Lock Box
- Honorable Mention – SAFEGO Portable Indoor/Outdoor Lock Box Safe