Travel Essentials: Beach
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Travel Essentials: Beach
It's winter. You're traveling. And whether you're headed to the slopes, the safarilands, or some far-flung beach, these three foolproof packing kits will help you do it right. Text by Steve Casimiro Photograph by Joshua Scott
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1. Flippers
Designed for aerobic swim training, the mini Tyr CrossBlades also make terrific snorkeling and bodyboarding companions. Best of all, these compact duck feet won't incur excess-baggage charges ($28; www.tyr.com).
2. Swimsuit
As Kermit says, it's not easy being green ... but it's getting easier. Made from 58 percent recycled PET polyester and 42 percent plain-Jane poly, the 22-inch Reef Fortyfiv board shorts are the rare eco-friendly surf trunks ($52; www.reef.com).
3. Beach Toy
Sure, your compact camera can shoot video, but if you want hi-def trip flicks, go for the Sony HDR-CX7. Sporting a top-notch Zeiss lens with 10X optical zoom, the CX7 is dive-certified with its optional Sports Pack water housing (camera, $1,100; pack, $250; www.sonystyle.com).
4. Cover-Up
The rash guard: a surfer's essential base layer—and snorkeler's secret weapon. With a 50+ UV rating, the long-sleeve Ripcurl Wave protects your skin from overexposure ($35; www.ripcurl.com).
5. Kicks
Beneath its Chuck Taylor facade, the Nike Soaker has six drainage ports, sub-footbed channels, and fast-drying mesh uppers. Though bulky for kayaking, this amphibian excels on rocky scrambles and slippery boat decks ($75; www.nike.com).
The Cut:
Ski | Safari | Beach
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