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Embark on a holiday shopping spree with Viking Marine's Christmas Gift Guide!

Whether you're shopping for children, dinghy sailors, boat owners, or anyone else who loves the sea, Viking Marine has meticulously curated options that are sure to bring satisfaction.

Here's a quick breakdown of Viking Marine favourites from each section. Additional products, photos and links can also be found in our PDF Guide.

1. Dinghy Sailors

Dinghy Sailors Section Highlights:

• Rooster All Purpose Boots: All-purpose boots with sole protection and easy zippered opening.
• Optimum Time OS Series Sailing Watch: Iconic “big yellow timer” with easy-to-read display and sync button.
• BR1 Channel Jacket: Coastal jacket with BR1 waterproof technology, double-entry pockets, luminous hood and reflective panels for visibility.

2. Boat Owners

Boat Owners Section Highlights:

• Helly Hansen Scout Wash Bag: Sturdy wash bag with water-resistant membrane and interior mesh pocket.
• Model Boats: All-wooden hulls, cotton sails, and minimal assembly required.
• Channel Clock and Barometer Set: Solid brass set with quartz movement, lunar time tide clock, and bevelled glass.
• Beken and Rick Tomlinson Calendars: 2024 calendars featuring stunning maritime photography.

3. Swimmers

Swimmers Section Highlights:

• Zone 3 Polarised Swim Goggles: Flexible goggles with curved lenses for enhanced vision.
• Long Sleeve Dry Robe: All-weather robe designed for outdoor activities.
• Zone 3 Wetsuits: Agile wetsuit with buoyancy panels and high-stretch shoulder panel.
• Heat Tech Swimming Socks/Gloves: 3.5mm neoprene with titanium lining for cold water insulation.

4. Kids

Kids Section Highlights

• Model Optimist Dinghy: Popular dinghy for young sailors with complete accessories.
• Short Sleeve Dry Robe: Advance short sleeve robe for kids. Available in age 5-9 and 10-14 sizes.
• Junior Pro Lite Rooster Cag: Aquafleece top for young sailors, complete with wrist and waist seals for additional warmth.

5. Stocking Fillers

Stocking Fillers Section Highlights:

• Nautical Tin Mugs: Enamelled tin mugs with cheerful blue and gold designs.
• Rooster Aquafleece Neck Gaiters: Multifunctional accessory for protection and comfort.
• Keyrings: Two options, one featuring the Optimist class symbol or a yacht hull.
• Musto Waterproof EVO Gloves: Touch screen accessible, stretchy and comfortable gloves with a waterproof membrane.

6. Specials

Complete Special Offers Section:

• Ladies Snug 2.0 Jackets: Updated Musto classic with waterproof recycled polyamide and Polartec fleece lining.
• Assorted Boats and Paddleboards: End-of-season sale on boats, paddleboards, and sailing dinghies.
• Spinlock Lifejackets (6D and Vito): Inflatable lifejackets with advanced technology and custom features.
• Dubarry Palma Lightweight Trainer: Super-light trainers for ultimate comfort on deck.
• Musto BR2 and Helly Hansen Skagen Offshore Sets: Highly sought-after offshore sets on sale with excellent protection and breathability.

Each section in our guide, excluding the sales section, categorises products by price range, making it easy to stick within your budget while selecting the perfect gift. Ready to set sail on your gift-giving journey? Simply click on any of the images in Viking Marine's guide to redirect to a link to that product on their website.

Dive into the joy of giving with Viking Marine. Your voyage to the perfect gift starts here!