Welcome to Sailor Island
Veteran gear. Custom jingles. Handpicked Amazon finds. Built by a U.S. Navy Chief for patriots, shoppers, and storytellers alike.
Explore the Gear💪 Chief’s Gear Locker
Handpicked Amazon products I use, trust, or just find cool as heck. Whether you're a vet, a supporter, or a savvy shopper — welcome to the locker.
🪖 2025 Military Must-Haves
From MREs to tactical calendars — these items are current, practical, and ready for service. Explore the gear that fits your lifestyle or your mission.
🎶 Custom Jingles by Rick
When I'm not reviewing gear, I'm creating music that brings smiles. Need a jingle for your brand, podcast, or just for fun? Let The Jingle Place bring it to life.
Visit The Jingle Place🇺🇸 Resources for Our Fellow Veterans
These organizations support our community with housing, job placement, mental health, and more. As a Navy Chief, I support and salute their missions.
Shop our new arrivals from what we carefully selected.
Blog Posts
Appreciating the force of nature
When the 184-foot Bayesian sank at anchor because it endured a storm off the Sicilian ...
ruling the rules – Sailing Anarchy
We requested our buddy Shanghai Sailor to speak in regards to the penalties of Prada and ...
Everything you need to know about swinging moorings
Are swinging moorings higher than marinas? Ken Endean outlines every part it's essential ...
Revisiting Alaska and the R2AK
This summer time, SAIL's Technical Editor Adam Cove took on the Race to Alaska—a 750-mile ...
