Black Friday deals seem to appear earlier and earlier each year. We pick out the best Black Friday deals already available from the big retailers…
Black Friday 2023 isn’t until 24 November, but cruising sailors can make a head start on their holiday season shopping right now as some of the best Black Friday boating deals are already live.
Major marine retailers such as Gael Force Marine, West Marine and Decathlon are running some very attractive offers.
We’ve also trawled through Amazon, Walmart and Decathlon to pick out some of the best early Black Friday boating deals.
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- Amazon: Savings on paddle boards, kayaks, marine clothing and much more
- West Marine: Up to 30% off marine electronics
- Decathlon: Water sports deals from kayaks to diving gear
- Walmart: Big savings to be had on everything from tenders to trolling motors
- Gael Force Marine: Top bargains on chandlery for UK boaters
Best early Black Friday boating deals in the US
Roc 10ft Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board starter kit
Was $599.99, now $224.95 at Amazon
This offer is a great way to get on the water. With a manual pump, two paddles, a fin, ankle tether and a dry bag, this bundle includes everything you need to start paddle boarding – and it’s the lowest price we’ve ever seen for this board.
Read our guide to the best early Black Friday paddle board deals
Itiwit Inflatable Touring Kayak
Was $499, now $250 at Decathlon
You can count on Decathlon to bring the fight to Amazon on Black Friday and their Prime Day of 50% off this model (as well as their 1-person Itwit inflatable kayak) is still live. This deal includes a hand pump and a carry case.
Read our guide to the best early Black Friday kayak deals
Was $399.99, now $145 at Walmart
The Instinct 2s was launched in early 2022. We tested it and loved it very much. The screen is easy to read and the robust body gives confidence that you can go about your sporting endeavors without worry of ruining the watch. We highly recommend this Garmin watch.
Was $269.25, now $165.46 at Walmart
Igloo claims that the BMX 72 can keep ice frozen in 90F/32C heat for up to five days, and the chunky handles and latches indicate the brand’s solid construction.
Read our guide to the best early Black Friday cooler deals
Best UK deals
Gill OS2 Men’s Sailing Trousers
Was £243.45, now £137 at Gael Force Marine
These mid-range sailing trousers boast a waterproof and breathable finish, as well as fully taped seams. The back, waist and underarms are elasticated for a snug fit, while the cargo pocket on the front comes with a D-ring for attaching tools.
Itwit 10ft inflatable paddleboard
Was £299.99, now £149.99 at Decathlon
Decathlon’s inflatable paddleboard range contains some of the best paddle boards on the market, and their 10ft beginner’s board is available with a hefty discount ahead of Black Friday. Suitable for riders up to 80kg, this board comes with a tether, fin and carry bag, but you’ll need to buy a pump and a paddle separately, if you don’t already have them.
Best of the rest
What is Black Friday?
If you’ve been living under a rock for the past few years, Black Friday is the biggest online shopping event of the year, with huge discounts available across a wide variety of boating products.
Many boaters use it as an opportunity to kickstart their Christmas shopping and you can pick up some of the best Christmas gifts for sailors for less.
When is Black Friday 2023?
Black Friday 2022 is officially Friday November 24, but retailers such as Amazon, West Marine and Decathlon will be offering Black Friday boating deals throughout the month of November, including Cyber Monday (November 27).
What about boating magazines?
Yachting World and its sister titles Yachting Monthly, Motor Boat & Yachting and Practical Boat Owner will all be included in the Magazines Direct Black Friday sale. Full details will be available on magazinesdirect.com
Top tips: How to get the best Black Friday deals
- Make a shopping list in advance. It sounds silly, but you can get distracted by all of the “am-azing deals” and end up not finding what it was you really wanted in the first place.
- Take your time and shop slowly.
- Cross check prices across multiple websites. Do your homework, check those prices at more than one location.
- Keep checking back with Yachting World as we regularly update our guides to the best deals.
- Download a price comparison app on your phone, such as Price Runner or Price Spy, these take some of the guess work out of the bargain hunt.
- Remember: There’s always another day to find a good deal. If you don’t find what you’re looking for, then with a little patience, you will probably find the deal later on.
Keep checking back with Yachting World over the coming weeks, as we’ll be scouring the web for the best discounts and deals in the run up to Black Friday.
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