Jul 3, 2009 9:39 am US/Eastern
3 On Your Side: Beach Gadgets
PHILADELPHIA (CBS 3) ―
Chances are that if you spend a lot of time at the Jersey shore, you come prepared for everything.
But 3 On Your Side's Jim Donovan found some gadgets that you may never have seen before.
These are some fun additions you may to pack the next time you head out for some fun in the sun.
The sun, the sand, the surf, they're all you really need for a great day at the shore.
But bringing along a few extras could make it even more enjoyable.
"You know you've got kids and you're carrying all their stuff, you need another free hand," said Ocean City beachgoer, Natalie Malatesta.
But the Chair Caddie may solve part of that problem. Simply clip on two chairs and an umbrella and your ready to go.
Cousins Natalie and Victor say it definitely makes a difference.
"Can't ask for anything more," said Victor Idelson.
Priced at $6.99, we found it on vacationgadgets.com.
"I think it's worth it," said Natalie.
Joe Kane has been keeping his beach blanket in place like many other people, using shoes, beach bags, you name it.
But with Beach Stakes you can anchor your towel or beach blanket in place using clips attached to stakes that your bury into the sand.
"These stakes are a great idea, great idea," said Kane.
The stakes were also found on vacationgadgets.com. A set of 4 beach stakes is priced at $13.75.
"Sold, I'll buy a set," said Kane.
Want to catch up on your reading? But want to be comfortable too?
The Ostrich 3N1 beach chair may be what your are looking for.
"That's awesome," said beachgoer, Kristen Pricskett.
Simply slip your arms through the slots on the side of this folding chair and rest your face head down on the cushioned pillow.
"It's really comfortable. It's surprising. It's very cool," said Pricskett.
Made by Mart products of New Jersey, it's priced at $99.
Need to get down to business while on the beach?
The collapsible LapDome will be your laptops best friend. It allows you to work on your computer and avoid the glare of the sun and,
"It keeps the sand out, so that the big thing I think," said Jen Eife.
It retails for $29.95. The smaller, LapDome junior is perfect for portable DVD players and netbooks. It sells for $24.95.
Like to play cards on the beach? Waterproof aqua playing cards with withstand the sun, sand and surf.
"They don't get wet and soggy and stuff when you play with them. They don't rip," said Alec Schaefer.
Priced at $9.35 you can also find them on vacationgadgets dot com.
And check out this Sport-Brella. It has a built in pole, but it can also be placed on it's side. It sells for $69.99 and you can pick it up at Sports Authority.
RELATED LINKS:
www.vacationgadgets.com
www.martproducts.com
www.lapdome.com
http://sklz.com/sports/general
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