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FLY RACING’S CONVERTIBLE HYDROPACK$49.95FLYRACING.COMYour body needs constant replenishment of fluids in order to keep at optimum performance, espe-cially during long rides or endurance races; simply downing a bottle of water prior to riding just doesn’tcut it. To keep your body topped off and your energy topped out, Fly Racing’s Convertible Hydropackwill keep those life-giving fluids within easy reach while riding, without getting in the way. The 70-ounce bladder holds more than enough water to quench your thirst, and an inner organizer providesroom to safely stash spare spark plugs, keys, food, maps and other necessities. An adjustable,anatomic fit allows the hydration system to be worn over a life vest. Chest and waist straps areincluded to keep it in place, and the durable 900-Denier outer construction will make it last. Forthose motorcycle riders out there, the Hydropack can easily be integrated with the available FlyRacing Convertible rock deflector/chest protector for an all-in-one protection/hydration package(hence the name “Convertible”) when your rides take place on terra firma. Pure genius.

CWB’S DIAMOND PULLOVER NEO VEST$89.99RIDECWB.COMNew from CWB for 2010 is the Diamond Pullover non-CGA neoprene vest. Designed as a comfort-able, form-fitting alternative to regular vests with straps and buckles, this CWB pullover features only asingle side zipper to aid in entry. The Glideskin exterior repels water, while the interior shell material isbreathable and great for hotter climates. Oversized armholes allow free range of motion, and seg-mented foam flotation material allows for complete flexibility and prevents binding. Since the vestis so extremely lightweight, it doesn’t possess the buoyancy of a full-fledged USCG-approved model,making it more appropriate for those days spent close to shore or in supervised competitions.

JET PILOT’S FLIGHT RACE JOHN$129.99JETPILOT.COMConstructed 100 percent from Flex-Lite ultra-stretch neoprene, Jet Pilot’s Flight race john was constructed withwatercraft racing in mind. The pre-bent, articulated form caters to a racer’s aggressive posture while riding, andreinforced Tred-Flex knee pads help protect from bumps and bruises, and makes life easier for those stand-up riderswho spend more time on their knees than on their feet. Back-zip entry makes you wish getting into the pits was aseasy as getting into your brand-new race john. Available in several colors, in sizes small-XXL.

WATERMANS’ SPF 33 SUN CREAM$19.95 per 100mL bottleWATERMANSAPPLIEDSCIENCE.COMThe fact that one in five people will get skin cancer in their lifetime (and one in threeCaucasians) alone should preclude us from needing to lecture yet again on the impor-tance of sunscreen. But as any personal watercraft enthusiast knows, not all sun-screens were created equal. Watermans Applied Science says its high-grade sun creamwas engineered specifically for high-intensity water sports and is designed to notadversely affect a rider’s performance in any way – meaning it is not slippery or greasy,won’t run into the eyes, or be affected by water or sweat exposure. Each Watermansproduct (including the pictured SPF 33 sun cream) is subjected to a three-hour immer-sion test to guarantee that it will retain 100-percent efficiency against UVA/UVB rays –garnering them the FDA’s highest water-resistance rating. Watermans sun cream con-tains several vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and plant extracts in its formula, and itsnon-corrosive, waterproof packaging utilizes an airless pump that allows 99.9 percent ofthe product to be extracted from the bottle.

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