9 Costco Items Retirees Need To Buy Before Summer Ends

Pumpkin spice lattes have returned, which means fall is right around the corner. Although summer is ending, retirees can still stock up on their favorite Costco summer gear – beach chairs, swim shorts, kayaks, golf balls and more – before they disappear from shelves.

Here are some of the best Costco items retirees need to buy before summer ends.

Price: $79.99

Whether you’re camping or going on a beach trip, the set of two beach chairs from Tommy Bahama is a steal. You can adjust the chair into five different positions (including flat) and it also has a cup and cell phone holder. It comes in several summer designs.

Costco shoppers have rated it 4.7 out of 5 stars, and it’s received over 4,300 reviews on the retailer’s website.

Price: $9.97

These men’s swim shorts from Kirkland Signature are selling out fast on Costco’s website, so make sure to grab a pair before your next vacation.

The swim trunks come in a variety of designs and sizes and are made with stretch fabric, a comfort waistband and a liner. There are also two side pockets and a zippered back pocket for safe storage.

Price: $139.99

Don’t hurt your back hauling your beach gear! The Wonder Wheeler Beach Cart from Tommy Bahama comes with extra-large inflatable balloon tires and an oversized mesh storage bag.

It also holds four beach chairs and one beach umbrella, plus it easily folds for compact storage.

Price: $12.97

Protect your skin in the sun with this sun tee from Hang Ten. The quick-dry long-sleeve shirt offers UPF 50+ protection and comes in three different colors. This shirt is selling out quickly, and it’s only available while supplies last.

Price: $16.97

Although Costco sells tumblers all year round, this one is only available while supplies last.

The 32-ounce insulated tumbler from ThermoFlask comes in a pack of two and features a staw and handle. The pink is currently out of stock on Costco.com, but the teal pack is still in stock. According to Costco, the tumbler keeps ice cold for up to 24 hours.

Price: $10.97

Don’t forget the sunscreen on your next outdoor adventure. This Banana Boat Sport Ultra Performance SPF 50 sunscreen pack comes with two eight-ounce sprays and one eight-ounce bottle of lotion with UVA/UVB protection.

It’s also lightweight and FSA eligible.

Price: $649.99

Now that you’re retired, you probably have much more time for outdoor activities. If you’re an avid kayaking enthusiast or want to try it out, this set of two 8.5-foot sit-on kayaks from Lifetime Volt is decently priced and received positive reviews on Costco’s website.

The kayaks feature an adjustable quick-release seat back, a center carry handle to easily transport it to the water, multiple footrest positions and UV protection to prevent fading, cracking and splitting. Each kayak also comes with a paddle.

Price: $49.99

Kick back and relax outside while the weather is still nice with this beach eight-foot beach umbrella from Tommy Bahama. The umbrella features an Anchorx wind-stabilizing anchor and a UPF 50+ undercoating for sun protection.

There’s also a wind vent, a tilt feature and a telescoping pole for adjustable protection. The umbrella comes in two designs and there’s also a carry bag for easy transportation.

Price: $34.99

Before you hit the green, stock up on a few dozen golf balls at Costco for a great price. This pack from Kirkland Signature comes with two dozen white golf balls.

Each golf ball has a soft urethane cover and conforms with USGA and R&A rules.