Gear check

We love the water, mainly because there’s a huge range of gadgets associated with it.

Seal Line Baja Dry Bag

When you’re swimming or kayaking, a dry bag is the most wondrous invention, keeping the water out so your clothes and electronics stay dry. Made from extra-tough polyester with dry-seal roll-top, the Baja dry bags from Seal Line (from €16.99) are as useful at lugging gear on an expedition as keeping your wet togs from frying your laptop. They’re also available in a variety of sizes.

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