BEACH ARRIVAL
2/20/2008 12:16:36 PM by Wave Editorial Staff
BEACH ARRIVAL
To get to the beach in style, you’ve got to zoom in on the right wheels. One of the best sportscars in its class, the 2008 Mazda RX-8 comes with a powerful Renesis rotary engine with 232-horsepower, four full-size seats and freestyle doors that provide a roomy ride for more enjoyment. Zoom, zoom indeed. Starts at $27,070 at MazdaUSA.com.
GREEN BLUETOOTH
It seems almost everything’s going green, even some things that are blue. Iqua’s new SUN Bluetooth Wireless Headset uses solar sells to charge itself with solar energy instead of electricity. It works like any other headset — switch between calls, dial, redial or end a call with one button, all the while helping the planet while you chat. Get one for $99.99 at Iqua.com.
AWESOME OUTBOARD
Here’s something to get excited about: Yamaha recently introduced the world’s first V8 5.3-liter, four-stroke outboard. The V8 350 HP is designed to easily produce 350 prop shaft horsepower with less stress and strain on internal engine components than high-output outboards. Check it out at Yamaha-Motor.com.
HOT RODS
Whether you’re a freshwater or a saltwater dweller, St. Croix Rods’ newly redesigned Legend Elite Fly Rods will more than get the job done. These rods are designed with lighter, slim-profile ferrules and new cosmetics meshed with premium, high-modulus, high-strain SCV graphite blanks with carbon-matte scrim and loaded with ART and IPC technologies. It may be a mouthful, but it’ll get you a boatful of fish. Available at StCroixRods.com.
GLAM SIGHT
Some things really live up to their names. Ermenegildo Zegna’s City Glam Sunglasses take a classic aviator shade to the edge of style with special alloy metal frames and an engraved logo along the sides. To block out the sunrays in style, go to Zegna.com.
PRO VIEW
If you want to get a better view at what lies beneath, Aqua-Vu’s Motorized Underwater Viewing System is the way to go. Featuring a 10.4-inch flatscreen LCD monitor, 85 feet of 20-pound test cable and a footpad for hands-free operation, you won’t miss a thing. Available for $1,999 at BassPro.com.
YACHT WATCH
For the demanding outdoor enthusiast, Suunto created The Yachtsman Watch — a combination sailing timer, barometer and compass, with all the features of an advanced timepiece. The Yachtsman comes equipped with a mineral crystal glass face, carbon fiber back, and a weatherproof polyurethane resin/fabric band to ensure maximum durability. Get one for $349.99 at Suunto.com.
PUTT GROOVE
Changing the face of golf, Groove Equipments Limited Putters just introduced its new line of six innovative putters that feature unique teeth-like horizontal groove patterns on the face of the putter to enhance rolling. Each comes in a unique style and design scheme, so you’re sure to find one that’s right for you. Available for $165 at GelGolf.com.
GOING COASTAL
Following in the footsteps of the 210 Coastal, Wellcraft has developed the boat’s big sister, the Wellcraft 340 Coastal. “The 340 Coastal is almost like two boats in one. It boasts outstanding fishability for the hard-core angler and is ideal for the cruising family,” says product manager Tim Hunt. “The economical outboards allow for bigger boat accommodation and easier handling, whether you fish or cruise.” You can view the newest member of the
Coastal family for yourself during the Miami International Boat Show at Wellcraft Booth # B88 in the Miami Beach Convention Center Feb. 14-18. For more information, go to Wellcraft.com.
SUBMERGED FLASHES
Some of the most marvelous sights to be found are below water, so make sure you’re properly equipped with the best. The new SeaLife Digital Flash Pro causes the intense colors of coral and fish to explode and works with all cameras that have up to four pre-flashes. Depth rated to 200 feet and with an effective underwater range from two to eight feet, the possibilities are endless. See it at SeaLife-Cameras.com.
PRIME PLOTTER
Loaded with Garmin’s most advanced control and display capabilities, the GPSMAPA 5000 Series features brilliant hi-res XGA color touch-screens for easy fingertip control, a new streamlined user interface and worldwide satellite basemap. Available for $3,499.99 at WestMarine.com.