Every boat show brings an array of interesting new products that excite, leaving you willing to sign on the dotted line for the loan you may require to purchase said items. However some creations are aimed towards sailors with let's say acquired tastes.
Walk down every high street in the UK at the moment and you will be able to see that animal print is at the height of fashion. Not to be left behind, parts of the boating world are also following the fad and a couple of nautical manufacturers have stepped in to fill the void in the market.
For the motor boaters out there, how do you fancy a leopard print steering wheel? I kid you not. Italian producers Tazio Marine have added a new style to their collection of polyurethane soft touch grip steering wheels. You can even have a matching instrument panel if you want to completely pimp your ride. Unluckily for some they aren't currently available larger than 35cm diameter and there seems to be no plans for a tiller edition.
Still not trendy enough for you? Well don't worry as you can kit yourself out to. Designer Veleria Sang Giorgio has created a line of 150 Newton life jackets which will leave you looking as cool as your boat. And there is no need to fret if leopard print isn't your cup of tea. You can choose from a huge range of patterns including cow hide, snake skin or even zebra!
Though not available on the UK market yet, if you want to find out more about these products, visit www.taziomarine.com or www.veleriasangiorgio.com.
