POOL & BEACH GEAR TO WEATHER THE ELEMENTS

TAKE TO THE WATER WITH ISLAND-TESTED TECH

- OLENA KAGUI

Gone are the days when tech and water didn't mix. Today we have a wide selection of water-resistant and waterproof products that can enhance our poolside days and beach trips. Living on Maui gives me constant opportunities to test the best beach and pool gear against the elements. I'll share my favorite gear with you that passed the test of tropical island life.

H20 Audio TRI Multi-Sport Headphones ($99)

I love to swim laps, but if I'm attempting a 5K or swimming in a pool full of boisterous children, I need music to get me through. What sets H20 Audio TRI Multi-Sport Headphones apart from others is their impressive quality and nine-hour battery life. Plus, they are bone-conduction speakers, so they can be worn comfortably during any activity while letting you hear surrounding sounds and equalizing your ears if you are underwater. While many products labeled waterproof are only water resistant, these are the real deal and can be submerged up to 12 feet (3.6 meters) for as long as you want! These headphones are now my go-to for swimming in the pool and in the ocean. They play music clearly and at a great volume. While they stay on well, I clip them to my goggles in open water to avoid losing them!

ElevationLab Keychain for Air Tag ($12.95)