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\u2026
\nBlack Friday 2023 isn\u2019t 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.
\nMajor marine retailers such as Gael Force Marine, West Marine and Decathlon are running some very attractive offers.
\nWe\u2019ve also trawled through Amazon, Walmart and Decathlon to pick out some of the best early Black Friday boating deals.
\nNote: We may earn a commission when you buy through links on our site, at no extra cost to you. This doesn\u2019t affect our editorial independence.<\/p>\n
QUICK LINKS<\/p>\n
Amazon: Savings on paddle boards, kayaks, marine clothing and much more
\nWest Marine:\u00a0Up to 30% off marine electronics
\nDecathlon:\u00a0Water sports deals from kayaks to diving gear
\nWalmart: Up to 50% off life jackets, paddle boards, tenders and more
\nGael Force Marine:\u00a0Top bargains on chandlery for UK boaters
\nNorth Sails: 30% off a wide variety of North Sails clothing<\/p>\n
Best Black Friday boating deals in the US<\/p>\n
\tRoc 10ft Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board starter kit | Save 63% at Amazon
\nWas $599.99, now $224.95
\nThis 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 \u2013 and it\u2019s the lowest price we\u2019ve ever seen for this board.<\/p>\n
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Read our guide to the best early Black Friday paddle board deals<\/p>\n
\tItiwit Inflatable Touring Kayak | Save 50% at Decathlon.com
\nWas $499, now $250
\nYou 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.<\/p>\n
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Read our guide to the best early Black Friday kayak deals<\/p>\n
\tGarmin Instinct Esports Edition | Save 64% at Walmart.com
\nWas $399.99, now $145
\nThe 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.<\/p>\n
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Read our guide to the best early Black Friday Garmin watch deals<\/p>\n
Best UK deals<\/p>\n
\tItwit 10ft inflatable paddleboard | Save 50% at Decathlon
\nWas \u00a3299.99, now \u00a3149.99
\nDecathlon\u2019s inflatable paddleboard range contains some of the best paddle boards on the market, and their 10ft beginner\u2019s 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\u2019ll need to buy a pump and a paddle separately, if you don\u2019t already have them.<\/p>\n
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\tGill OS2 Men\u2019s Sailing Trousers | Save 19% at Gael Force Marine
\nWas \u00a3168.49, now \u00a3137
\nThese 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.<\/p>\n
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Best of the rest<\/p>\n
Igloo BMX 72 Quart Cooler \u2013 was $269.25, now $165.46 at Walmart
\nOlaian 900 Men\u2019s 3\/2mm neoprene surfing wetsuit \u2013 was \u00a3179.99, now \u00a399.99 at Decathlon
\nSony SRS-XG300 waterproof bluetooth speaker \u2013 was \u00a3259, now \u00a3148.99 at Amazon<\/p>\n
What is Black Friday?
\nIf you\u2019ve 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.
\nMany 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.
\nWhen is Black Friday 2023?
\nBlack 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).
\nWhat about boating magazines?
\nYachting 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
\nTop tips: How to get the best Black Friday deals<\/p>\n
Make a shopping list in advance. It sounds silly, but you can get distracted by all of the \u201cam-azing deals\u201d and end up not finding what it was you really wanted in the first place.
\nTake your time and shop slowly.
\nCross check prices across multiple websites. Do your homework, check those prices at more than one location.
\nKeep checking back with Yachting World as we regularly update our guides to the best deals.
\nDownload 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.
\nRemember: There\u2019s always another day to find a good deal. If you don\u2019t find what you\u2019re looking for, then with a little patience, you will probably find the deal later on.<\/p>\n
Keep checking back with Yachting World over the coming weeks, as we\u2019ll be scouring the web for the best discounts and deals in the run up to Black Friday.
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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\u2026 Black Friday 2023 isn\u2019t until 24 November, but cruising sailors can make a head start … <\/p>\n