Top Christmas Gifts for Any Watersports Fanatic

Christmas will be here soon and if you’re still searching for something special to give a watersports fan this year, then we could have the perfect gift for you.

Here at NorthShore Watersports, we have a huge variety of DVDs, books, kayaks, canoes, and diving equipment that are ideal for any watersport enthusiast.

You don’t need expert knowledge or be a keen paddler yourself to find the perfect present in our guide. From touring canoes for beginners to boost their skills, to whitewater kayaks for pros to enhance their experience, we have something for all levels and interests to help you find the ideal watersports Christmas present.

The best Christmas gifts are those we can use again and again. So, take a look through our Christmas guide and find your perfect paddling present.

Kayaks

Why not treat them to a new kayak this year? Kayaking is a fun way to explore the outdoors, learn new skills, gain independence, and get some exercise — four simple reasons why it’s the perfect gift!  

There’s a range of kayak varieties, so take a look and see which one you think is best.

Sea Kayaks

Sea kayaks are ideal if you’re looking for something tough and sturdy. Go for the Northshore Atlantic LV Roto Sea Kayak in easy-to-spot yellow for someone who likes to test their skills in choppy water. Or, if they’re still learning, try a shorter and more manageable model like the Northshore Aspect Roto Sea Kayak in bold red.

Whitewater Rafting Kayaks

Whitewater rafting is a very popular hobby and sport, but you need to make sure you’re paddling in a conspicuous and robust vessel to do it safely! If they want a whitewater kayak, buy them a Pyranha Z.One or Wave Sport Diesel Blackout model so they can paddle in style! Agile and easy to manoeuvre; the flat hull is ideal for stability and lets the paddler develop their technique with confidence. They also have a very quick resurfacing time compared to kayaks of a similar size, which any paddler will tell you is a big bonus!

Junior Kayaks

If you’re buying for a child, you want to be sure you’re getting a junior kayak that has been specially-designed for smaller paddlers, so that they’re nice and secure when they’re on the water. The Dagger Dynamo Pro model features adjustable foot braces and backrests to keep them safely inside the kayak, and is considered one of the best junior kayaks available!

With balanced weight distribution and freestyling features, this promises to not only be a safe vessel, but also one that lets the junior paddler learn, develop and improve.

Touring Kayaks

Perhaps you know that they simply want something for coasting along the shoreline, admiring the views and enjoying the peace. If that’s the case, one of our touring kayaks is ideal! We particularly like the Venture Flex 11 Touring kayak in bright blue. It’s light and comfortable with a large cockpit that makes it easy to get in and out. You can keep your food, water and other belongings within easy reach which makes it ideal for long, gentle journeys in calm waters.

You could even customise your gift by adding a set of paddles, too!

Canoes and Sit-on-tops

Perhaps they’d feel more confident paddling with a partner or maybe they’d find it more fun to go out with friends rather than alone. If so, our open canoes and sit-on-tops are perfect! Models like the Mad River Adventure open canoe and the Tahe Marine Aqua Vega II Tandem sit-on-top are great for family and group outings and feature plenty of space for snacks and multiple people. This also makes an easy, cost-effective group gift if you’re buying for couples or siblings!

DVDs and Books

A true watersports enthusiast always wants to learn more. This sport is constantly changing with new kayaks, canoes, equipment, and techniques coming to the surface all the time.

This is why DVDs and books are perfect for entertaining your watersports fan and keeping them up to date. Let them find out more about special manoeuvres with the Kayak Rolling manual, which features a visual approach to the skill.

We also have lots of location-specific books for paddlers, from River Wye Canoe and Kayak Guide and The Welsh Rivers, to White Water North Alps and Scottish Sea Kayaking! Perfect if they like to travel and paddle.

Or perhaps you want to get them something fun and light-hearted? Try the Canoe & Kayak Games book for a range of the best paddle sport games!

For a fascinating insight into navigating, rolling and dealing with emergencies; the Sea

Kayak with Gordon Brown DVD is a must-buy, too.

Gift Vouchers and Experiences

Still can’t decide? If you’re not sure and don’t want to take a risk on someone’s Christmas gift, we have the perfect solution.

Give your watersports fan something they’ll never forget with a professional whitewater rafting or powerboat experience! These exhilarating adventures offer hours of fun, speed and excitement in multiple locations, so we’re certain we have something conveniently for you nearby.

Then again, you could always get them a gift voucher and let them pick something they really want or need — such as a snorkel and mask or foot fins, perhaps!

We’re sure we’ve covered everything in our Top Christmas Gifts for Any Watersports Fanatic guide. However, this is just a snapshot of the huge range we have on offer. If you’ve seen something you like, use the links to browse the variety of styles, colours and sizes to make sure you get the ideal present that any paddler will love.