Don’t forget to pack these must-haves for the shore

By Elaine Paoloni
epaoloni@am-ny.com

While a chaise lounge, a
stocked cooler and a boogie
board would be nice to have
at the beach, if you’re catching
a ride with a friend or
have to walk from the train
to the shoreline, fitting
everything into one bag is
more in order. Here are some
ideas on how to get the most
out of your packing.

Geared to go 

Women’s tote in stem
print by Orla Kiely
$175; available at Flight 001
96 Greenwich Ave., 212-989-
0001; 132 Smith St., Carroll
Gardens, Brooklyn, 718-243-
0001; www.flight001.com
This coated, light green canvas
bag with grosgrain detail features
a snap closure, a key fisher
and an inside zippered pocket
to keep your valuables
secure.

Men’s Freitag
DJ Nightclub bag
$160; available at Flight 001
96 Greenwich Ave.,
212-989-0001; 132
Smith St., Carroll Gardens,
Brooklyn, 718-243-0001;
www.flight001.com
This rough ’n’ tough, blue-andyellow
messenger bag is a ready
for a day at the beach. Made of
recycled truck tarpaulins, seatbelts
and innertubes, it’s water
resistant and has a worn-in look
that laughs in the face of sandkicks
and sunblock smears.

Pack protection 

Aveeno’s Continuous
Protection Sunblock Lotion
$8.99-$10.99 (4 ounces); available
in drugstores Available in SPF 30 or 45, this
sunblock provides broad-spectrum
UVA/UVB protection, is
water resistant, absorbs quickly
into skin and is endorsed by
dermatologists and the Skin
Cancer Foundation.

Neutrogena’s Ultra Sheer
Body Mist Sunblock
$9.99 (5 ounces); available
in drugstores
Available in SPF 30
or 45, this sunblock
provides balanced
broad-spectrum
UVA/UVB protection
with Helioplex technology,
is PABA free, comes out in a
continuous spray that absorbs
quickly into skin without any
rubbing. It’s also waterproof and
is dermatologist recommended.

Snacks and quenchers

Peeled Snacks
$2.99 (2.6 ounces); available in
delis, gourmet grocery stores
www.peeledsnacks.com
These all-natural snacks contain
no added sugar. The nuts come
in a separate packet inside, so
the dried fruit doesn’t make
them soggy. They are available
in four varieties.

Fred water
$1.75 (20 ounces); available in
select gourmet markets and delis
www.lovefred.com
This natural spring water from
the Catskill Mountains has
fewer minerals than other bottled
waters, lending to a
smoother taste. And you can
easily slip the flat, flask-like bottle
into your beach bag.

Waterproof worthy

iPod OtterBox
$29.95-$49.95; available at
Apple retail stores
www.otterbox.com
Keep your iPod safe from the
surf. An airtight seal offers protection
from the water, sand,
dirt and accidental drops.

Fun and games

Smashvolley
racquet game
$12; available at Zitomer
969 Madison Ave., 212-737-
5560, www.zitomer.com
You don’t have to forgo a day at
the gym for a day at the beach.
The two lightweight racquets
included in this game won’t take
up much space in your bag.

Uno H2O
$9.50; available at Zitomer
969 Madison Ave., 212-737-5560,
www.zitomer.com
This popular game of matching
numbers, colors and symbols is
now beach-ready. The clear,
plastic, waterproof cards come
in a case that snaps together for
easy storage and transport.

Ultra Sky-o
$16; available at Zitomer
969 Madison Ave., 212-737-5560,
www.zitomer.com
This flexible, 27-inch flying ring
folds up easily and comes with a
nylon bag for storage. The
pouch has a clasp to attach to
the outside of your tote.

Dry idea

Summer beach towels
$19.99-$29.99; available at Bed,
Bath & Beyond
www.bedbathandbeyond.com
Whether you want to play it
straight with solids or stripes, or
have some fun with prints such
as cocktails and limes, an
absorbent, 100-percent cotton
towel will keep you comfy.
Oversized towels — big enough
for two — are also available.

Note: Some prices are only suggested by the
manufacturer and may vary.