The Transparent Canoe
PADDLE IT
Get a clear view of the life aquatic from inside the Transparent Canoe. Constructed from the same material found in the cockpit canopies of fighter jets, the sturdy see-through polymer hull has room for two paddlers. The lightweight aluminum frame makes it easy to transport. $1,625, includes two double-headed paddles, a water bailer and two flotation devices. www.hammacher.com
SHOOT IT
Worried that your holiday snapshots may get washed up? Invest in Sanyo's CA9, a pocket-sized waterproof camcorder that can take high-definition video and nine-megapixel digital stills even underwater. The ergonomically designed handle and optional surfer strap makes it easy to shoot even while you're hanging ten. $399. Available at Black's Photography and Best Buy. www.sanyo.ca
WEAR IT
Shield your eyes from sea spray and sunlight with a pair of Julbo's Race sunglasses. Made from a specially designed photochromic lens that changes shade according to the light's intensity, they're also water-repellent and come with an optional optical clip for nautical prescription-lens wearers. $170 www.julbousa.com