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Join Seattle Boat Company at Chelan Bay Demo Days on August 15, 2026, to test premium boats and the latest watersports tech on Lake Chelan.
Shop the top PNW boating gifts of the season. Explore staff-picked wakesurf, wakeboard, and lake-life gear chosen by the Big Swell crew.
This holiday season, skip the guesswork and give the gift of more time on the water! Our Big Swell crew handpicked the best boating, wakesurfing, and lake-day gifts to make online shopping simple - so you can spend less time wondering and more time celebrating.
Explore top gifts and get ready for a next-season lake kickoff they’ll never forget!
Top Lake Life Gifts
- Convenient hands-free Follow Stone Towelie makes drying off after a surf set simple.
- Surfinity Heated Boat Blanket that keeps those windy rides going longer.
- Imperial Motion Minimalist Boardshorts for the surfer in your crew.
- Radar Chase 3 Lounge the ultimate party innertube, guaranteed fun!
Exclusive Gear Picks at Big Swell
- 2024 Ronix District w/ Divide Boots a go-to setup for fast progression.
- 2022 Radar Alloy Senate w/ Double Boa Vector engineered for power and precision.
- 2022 Radar Union w/ Vector a stable, lift-friendly ski for effortless carving.
Staff Favorites: Gifts for Everyday Boaters & Riders
The team curated gift guide makes holiday shopping simple, whether it’s for surfers, wakeboarders, or the hardest-to-shop-for-friend. Think of these guides as a solution that provides a little stress relief during the busy holiday season.
Val’s Picks: Comfort, Control & All-Day Fun
Val’s favorite memory this year: her vacation to the Cook Islands with her boyfriend's family and went fishing. These were her go-to picks for long days on the water with family.
- Ronix Avalon Yes Women's CGA Vest secure comfort that stays easy to wear through every ride.
- 2026 Ronix Flyweight Atlantik fast carving to those glassy morning waves we all chase.
- Ronix Bungee Stretch Surf Rope with Handle offers a soft, steady pull that helps new surfers feel confident right away.
- Costa C-Line Glasses because shade deserves to be blocked with style.
Macey's Picks: Progression, Stability & Easy Riding:
Macey's favorite memory this year: a family trip to Crescent Bar spent hanging at the sandbar and soaking up the best kind of river sunshine. These are her go-to picks for comfort, confidence, and all-day fun on the water:
- Ronix Rise Women's CE Approved Impact Vest keeps rides comfortable with flexible, lightweight protection.
- Ronix Sea Captain balances stability and speed for riders ready to level up their surf sessions.
- 2025 Ronix Supreme w/ Anthem BOA delivers smooth takeoffs and controlled landings for progressing wakeboarders.
- Follow 2-Up Surf Rope brings a clean, tandem-ready design for effortless two-person starts.
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