After a gloomy, cold winter, all you want to do is hit the sand and enjoy the sun. These play days are well deserved, but before scheduling your day, take a few moments to get prepared.
To help you out, online retail store Loot.co.za recommends these nine summer essentials when having fun in the sun this holiday.
Fine Living Umbrella Vogue Cantilever
These cool offset market patio umbrellas offer decorative shade in any outdoor setting without the hassle and annoyance of a centre pole. The cantilever-style frame support is a perfect option when the objective is to shade a patio table or patio furniture set.
Loot price: R1 199
These umbrellas are designed and manufactured for their strength and durability. These umbrellas have a unique, hidden, self-lifting system providing an effortless way of opening and closing the umbrella without the use of ropes and pins.
Loot price: R2 199
Bestway Steel Pro Max Pool Set
The Bestway Steel Pro Max Pool is a great place for the whole family to cool down in on a hot summer’s day. It’s easy to set up, rust resistant and has triple strength heavy gauge PVC sidewalls which provide additional support.
Loot price: R5 299
This compact, fun baby pool is great for small children. The Intex Rainbow Baby Pool is designed for children aged between one and three, making it the perfect play place to keep your little ones cool this summer.
Loot price: R161
Summer Waves 18 Pocket Pool Lounge
Summer waves 18 pocket pool lounge is a retro laid-back pool lounge. It has a fresh green colour with multi-colour pockets and a transparent top that creates all the summer feels.
Loot price: R159
Seagull Bella Three Piece Patio Set
The Seagull Bella three piece patio furniture set is the perfect addition to the patio, balcony, or garden. The set consists of two single-seater chairs and one coffee table.
Loot price: R3 393
Traeger Pro 575 Wood Pellet Grill
Wood-fired cooking is easy with the Traeger Pro 575 Wood Pellet Grill. It boasts precise temperature control that allows you to get perfect results every time. Just set the dial on the D2 Pro Controller to the temperature you want, hit Ignite, and let the grill do the rest.
Loot price: R14 999
Light, strong, and easy to manoeuvre, Neon 9.0 overall size and width make this a lightweight and playful all-rounder for youth or lightweight users. The size-to-strength ratio is perfect for the next generation of SUP surfers.
Loot price: R4 999
Aquatone Flame 11'6 Touring SUP
The Flame air board collection is a high-performance touring SUP with a market-proven shape and the most popular sizes. Featuring a 350 cm length and 81 cm width, it is a classic do-it-all touring board. Highlights with a traditional outline with a modern design, this high-performance board excels perfectly in sea and waves.
Loot price: R6 599
Don't be left out on these affordable summer must-have essentials.