Sailing clothes

[Keen_Ed]

Ocean Leisure prices include ocean leisure added tax. But it is the only chandler left in London. O M Watts has gone, as has Force 4 in Victoria, and LYC near Liverpool St Station. The only other one left is Arthur Beale, but they only sell rope (mostly to theatres, AIUI) and a few bits.

Gore tex boots are lovely, but spenny.

If you buy the lot at once, you should be able to get a good deal. Haggle!

 

[colvic987]

marine super store, http://www.marinesuperstore.com/ does some good offers, as long as you know your sizes, in different brands, you should be ok with the internet offers, I know its a little cheeky, but check your sizes locally then see if you can get a cheaper offer elsewhere....

 

[Applescruffs]

What do you wear ?

So why not the same for 'Mrs You' I'm guessing that once through this course she will be sailing on the same boat as you...at the same time as you....in the same weather as you......etc....etc.......

Sorry but......it's a no brainer..........


errrrr............IMHO

 

[Slowtack]

I would buy only pvc boots and ski socks, use existing fleeces etc and borrow expensive items like waterproof gear etc until one can decide on whether this is a temporary involvement or a permanent addiction.

 

[Sailingsaves]

Can anyone suggest a good website for some sailing clothes? I've a big long list of things to get for a course the wife is going on. Her course specifies 'offshore' waterproofs, but some of them are described as 'offshore / coastal '; is that the same thing?

It's a much more comprehensive list than I've ever seen anybody bring onboard - but ends by suggesting she packs lightly.

You would be hard pushed to get better value for money and better protective gear than the Gore-Tex tri-laminate dry suit I sell via my website, but much easier to put on and take off than diagonal zip drysuits. Made for MOD. Mine has lasted 10 years. I am always driest on board. Rolls up into about size of a shoebox. I take a lot of stick for being all orange, so if fashion is important forget my suit, but if staying warm, dry, not sweating and being easy to see / find are priorities, my dry suit will do. £300 on website. £200 for forum members.

 

[sighmoon]

I'm also a little surprised that the course provider isn't supplying wet weather gear. All the sailing schools I've been with have supplied manky but serviceable jackets, salopettes and boots.

That's what I'd have thought. Not in this case though, apparently. They let you hire them, but we sail together too, and her gear is due for replacement.

Before spending a fortune on "Offshore" spec clothing which may never be needed - on the course or ever again - where and when is the actual course ?
May be the list is overkill

Scotland in June - the list caters for three seasons in a day, every day.

What do you wear ?

So why not the same for 'Mrs You' I'm guessing that once through this course she will be sailing on the same boat as you...at the same time as you....in the same weather as you......etc....etc.......

Sorry but......it's a no brainer..........


errrrr............IMHO

I have coastal waterproofs, and they've been generally fine, but we haven't got the boat up to Scotland yet. Plus, she feels the cold more than I do.

You would be hard pushed to get better value for money and better protective gear than the Gore-Tex tri-laminate dry suit I sell via my website, but much easier to put on and take off than diagonal zip drysuits. Made for MOD. Mine has lasted 10 years. I am always driest on board. Rolls up into about size of a shoebox. I take a lot of stick for being all orange, so if fashion is important forget my suit, but if staying warm, dry, not sweating and being easy to see / find are priorities, my dry suit will do. £300 on website. £200 for forum members.

It looks a bit uncomfortable.

 

[Sailingsaves]

It may look it, but the Clipper Race crew are very happy.

Try Decathalon as somone else said = good value I believe = never worn it so can't comment on comfort though.

The text below is true feedback left by a Clipper Crewman = he has just bought a second suit (just in case):

Jeez...thanks sincerely for that. I kind of forget how fortunate I am to be doing this.....and being able to afford to kit myself out. A welcome reminder. Anyway....received the suit and all I can say is Wow! I tried on the Helly Hansen racesuit but baulked at the thousand point price tag....have to say that the Multifab feels every bit as good and probably better. I am delighted. Have to say, Clipper response has been slightly sceptical...trouble is that they all get caught up in brand names....now I have it to "model", I will try and push folk your way. Almost tempted to buy a spare if you have another small in such great condition.....well, I was seriously looking at blowing a grand on the Helly, so buying another just seems a no brainier........and I wish all the very best

 

[prv]

It may look it, but the Clipper Race crew are very happy.

I had a look, and considered it, but don't know whether your "large" would be large enough (I wear XXL shirts and would probably have a woolly pully or two to fit underneath as well). Reluctant to buy something without trying it on first.

Pete

 

[Gordonmc]

It might sound daft, but if you have a branch of TK Max in Aberdeen it might be worth a try.
They occasionally have yottie branded stuff.
I got a Musto coastal jacket and mid layer a few months ago.
I have also bought Regatta cargo troosers and fleeces.

 

[Sailingsaves]

I had a look, and considered it, but don't know whether your "large" would be large enough (I wear XXL shirts and would probably have a woolly pully or two to fit underneath as well). Reluctant to buy something without trying it on first.

Pete

Yes, understandable. Did I place all measurements on the website? I must check. Large absolutely swamps the torso, hence the inclusion of expulsion air vents on shoulders I imagine. Lots of room for lots of jumpers underneath. Baggy is the word I would use to describe this suit from the waist up = perhaps designed that way for a reason?

 

[dunedin]

Top of my suggestions from SWMBO for sailing in Scotland would be a good base layer (Gill i2), waterproof cycling gloves (better than most sailing ones for helming), proper Gore Windstopper fleece and good hat(s)
Proper offshore oilskins likely to be overkill unless you plan to do lots of long overnight passage making - Coastal better spec (and with Gore fleece rarely use ours unless properly wet)

 

[onesea]

I have coastal waterproofs, and they've been generally fine, but we haven't got the boat up to Scotland yet. Plus, she feels the cold more than I do.

Make sure she has atleast the same quality if not better gear than you... Makes them feel important and means they should be toasty warm even if your not!
WHen it comes to base layers I would go with any she is comfortable with rather than the expensive yachty variety...

 

[Hede]

I am looking at the oilskins from Decathlon but am unsure which is necessary for occasional sailing around the UK. Has anyone tried this jacket http://www.decathlon.co.uk/cr500-w-jacket-red-13-id_8243060.html Is it enough or too light/cold? Thanks

 

[grumpy_o_g]

http://www.duncanyacht.co.uk/ www.gaelforcemarine.co.uk www.largschandlers.co.uk

Gill do a good ladies size waterproofs and drop seat salopettes.

I am assured the drop seat facility is a must. Actually I wish they did it for blokes too - they obviously don't realise that many boats (wisely) have a "gentlemen are requested to remain seated throughout the performance" rule for all acts.

 

[SolentBoat]

I'm looking to replace my fancy breathable branded stuff at some point.

Someone (here, I think) once posted a link to somewhere that sells workwear and safety gear to fishermen. No poncy branding or "breathable" (a lie, IME) fabrics - just cheap waterproofs.

If I can ever find the link, I'll be looking there rather than in a chanldery. IIRC, the prices were so reasonable that even if I found it wasn't for me, it wouldn't have been an expensive experiment.

 

[Fittster]

I'm looking to replace my fancy breathable branded stuff at some point.

Someone (here, I think) once posted a link to somewhere that sells workwear and safety gear to fishermen. No poncy branding or "breathable" (a lie, IME) fabrics - just cheap waterproofs.

If I can ever find the link, I'll be looking there rather than in a chanldery. IIRC, the prices were so reasonable that even if I found it wasn't for me, it wouldn't have been an expensive experiment.

Maybe it was the this lot: http://www.guycotten.co.uk/