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A good beach day is dependent on two things: the weather and your beach provisions. We’re talking items that keep your sandwiches fresh and canned cocktails cold, games and devices to help you pass the time, and the essentials to save your skin from searing in the sun. Oh, and the equipment to help you easily lug it all to the sand. To help you out, we’ve compiled a comprehensive beach packing list. From a travel-friendly grill to the ideal summer speaker, here’s all the beach gear you need to have a relaxing, fun day in the sun.
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RTIC Insulated Tote Bag
Alright, maybe you don’t need all that horsepower. For those who like to keep it minimal — a couple of cans of Surfsides, a Caesar salad wrap and a bag of chips — this RTIC insulated tote made from durable polyester is all you need. And when you’re not at the beach, the multi-use tote also makes for a fine grocery shopping bag.
CoolCabana 5
Turn your ordinary beach day into a VIP coastal experience with the CoolCabana — a sizeable beach shelter with UPF 50+ protection and 64 square feet of shade.
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Sonos Roam
This tallboy-sized triangular speaker streams on both wifi and Bluetooth and offers up to 10 hours of playback on a single charge. Multiple styles of the Roam are now 25% off.
Ballast Beach Pillow
You can read why we’re obsessed with the Ballast Beach Pillow here, but TLDR; this essential beach accessory is a perfectly portable and nicely cushioned pillow made from water-wicking fabric, you can rest your little head on and fully relax.
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