From Shore to Door: The gift of a Tide Clock

August 02, 2024

 

Why is a Tide Clock a unique gift?

The UK has one of the largest tidal ranges in the world, meaning the unpredictability of the UK waves regularly catches people out! Tide Clocks are an essential tool for monitoring the ever-changing tide, rotating on a 12-hour and 25-minute timed mechanism, the predicted time frame for monitoring tidal changes, with features similar to a Time Clock, the purpose this Clock serves is completely different. The dial face displays times of high tide, low tide, falling tide, and rising tide. A coastal monitor from the comfort of your home. For more information on how Tide Clocks work check out our blog: Will a Tide Clock work for my location?

 Tide Clocks make the perfect present for any ocean and beach lover, and great for gifting at any time of the year whether it's for a birthday, anniversary, housewarming, or a just-because present. For those living near the coast, a Tide Clock is an essential tool for monitoring their local tide, whilst also making a pleasing decorative piece on any homeowner's wall, for visitors unaware of what a Tide Clock is, it will serve as an interesting conversation piece.

Tide Clocks make an ideal gift for regular beachgoers, those living on the coast, and anyone whose hobbies revolve around the sea.

Dog Walkers

• A tide clock would make a woofing great gift for a coastal dog walker, this means that dog owners can plan their daily walks accordingly instead of being caught short in the tides. Being caught out in a high tide is not only inconvenient but is also incredibly dangerous, monitoring the tide location for any walker by the coast is essential to their safety, In August 2020, HM Coastguard dealt with 340 individual coastal incidents across the UK in one day. Tide Clocks are the perfect home tool for preventing these incidents.

Sailors

• Tide Clocks are a perfect gift for avid sailors, providing the knowledge to help sailors choose the best times to set sail. This is a high tide for sailing as there is more water to navigate and less chance of encountering obstacles near the shore. 

Surfers

• For a passionate surfer, a Tide Clock will most definitely come in handy, the best tides for surf can vary on ability level, for beginners it is recommended to ride the waves at mid to high tide as the waves tend to be more forgiving and slower to crash to shore. More advanced surfers instead may keep an eye out for Low Tide as they produce the faster and more challenging waves. Understanding how the time-of-day impacts tides is essential for surfers as it ensures the best and safest conditions for the activity, of course, it’s not only tides that can affect when is best to ride the waves, wind speed and weather conditions have a huge impact on wave size and strength. Therefore, it’s advised that surfers check the weather forecast before hitting the waves. 

Fisherman

• To be a successful fisherman understanding local tides will be vital knowledge and increase the likelihood of catching the biggest fish. Tides play an important role in the marine ecosystem as the current collects small animals and plants and gathers them in one place, this tends to be near rocks and reefs. This food then attracts larger fish who follow the tide (current) to feed, making this the perfect time for fishermen to make a successful catch. The best times to fish are when the tide is either rising or falling, this is because when the tide slows down the fish are less likely to bite, this is called ‘Slack’. However, the further you travel from shore the less of an effect the tide has on bite likelihood. Like the previous activities, a Tide Clock would be a great addition to any fisherman's home. 

 At ClimeMET, we have a range of beautiful Tide Clocks that would make an incredible decorative piece in any home. Available in a variety of eyecatching colours and internationally functional, shop ClimeMET Tide Clocks here:

 

 

 

FAQs:

1. Are tide clocks suitable for all ages?

• Yes, tide clocks are suitable for all ages. Children can learn about the tides and their relationship with the moon, while adults can use them for planning various coastal activities.

2. What occasions are appropriate for giving a tide clock as a gift?

• Tide clocks make great gifts for birthdays, holidays, housewarmings, retirements, anniversaries, and other special occasions, especially for those with a love for the ocean.

3. What activities can you plan with a Tide Clock?

• Swimming
• Sailing
• Fishing
• Beachcombing
• Tide Pool exploration
• Surfing
• Dog walking in coastal areas

4. Can I use a tide clock if I live inland?

• While tide clocks are primarily designed for coastal areas, some inland areas near tidal rivers and estuaries can also benefit. However, they are most useful in locations directly affected by ocean tides.

5. How can a tide clock be useful at a marina or dock?

• At marinas and docks, a tide clock helps boat owners and dock managers keep track of water levels, ensuring safe docking and undocking of boats. It aids in scheduling maintenance activities and avoiding low-tide hazards.

6. Why do boating and sailing clubs use tide clocks?

• Boating and sailing clubs use tide clocks to plan safe navigation and racing events. Tides impact water depths and currents, influencing route planning and safety.

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