Invergordon RNLI buoyant as 'trendy' face covering proves a hit with public
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BRISK sales of the must-have accessory of the moment has left lifesavers in Invergordon on the crest of a wave.
Orders for a specially designed item which works as a face covering, bandana or beanie hat have flooded in from around the world to Invergordon RNLI.
Proud purchasers of the swanky item have been posting pictures on social media with “hundreds” already sold and orders coming in by the day.
After being forced to cancel several fundraisers they traditionally rely on because of Covid-19, supporters thought outside the box, according to spokesman Mike MacDonald.
He said: “Sales have been great. From going live, we have sold hundreds already and with orders coming in every day. Our orders are from all over the country and even stretching as far as France, Ireland and the odd one making its away down under and across to the USA.”
It bears the markings of an eagerly anticipated new lifeboat, the 13-37 Agnes AP Barr Shannon Class. Their sales pitch declares that the polyester microfibre material means they are warm in the winter but cool in summer and can be used across a range of sports from athletics, cycling, jogging, horse riding to skiing “or just to be trendy!”
Local singer-songwriter Davy Cowan has helped out with an online gig making up for a cancelled fun day and raft race and locals also supported a virtual fun run.
The masks can be ordered via Invergordon RNLI’s Facebook page or direct by emailing 1337@invergordonlifeboat.org
They cost £7.50 plus postage.
They can be ordered via the group's Facebook page or emailing us on 1337@invergordonlifeboat.org
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