Give (or give yourself) the perfect winter sailing apparel for Christmas

Christmas is 10 days away, and if you still haven’t thought of a gift to give to an avid sailor, you don’t have to worry: we’ll help you. If you have already given – or have given yourself – a subscription to the Sailing Newspaper., you can think about one of these five gift ideas. They are five garments designed to experience the sea even in winter, perfect for protecting yourself from the cold when the temperature drops but the desire to go sailing remains the same.

A warm hat

A cap is an essential accessory for facing winter (not only on a boat). This one from Sail Racing-a sponsor of Alinghi Red Bull Racing at the last America’s Cup-is composed of 50 percent wool and the remainder acrylic, a perfect mix for having a warm but not overly delicate garment, especially when washing.

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Gloves for racing

If the person you want to give a gift to is one who not only wants to go boating in the winter, but also wants to race in it, a pair of gloves is essential. Slam’s Pro Long Finger are perfect for keeping their hands safe during heavy maneuvers: the wrist is made of neoprene, and palm inserts increase grip on the sheets.

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Hi-tech pants

We get wet on boats, but while in summer the sun and higher temperatures help you dry out faster, in winter finding yourself with water-soaked clothing is trouble. A pair of pants like Henri Lloyd’s abrasion-, water- and stretch-resistant ones are just what you need to stay protected.

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A polar cold jacket

The jacket is the most important piece of clothing on a boat, as much in winter as in summer. Okay, so maybe this one from Murphy & Nye is better suited for the pure cruising sailor, or the person who sits in the cockpit on a boat to admire the sailing, but it’s really warm and perfect for wearing around town, too.

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Safe shoes

To the classic boat shoes, Toio has added several reinforcements to present the first “accident prevention” boat shoe. In addition to a thicker sole, which has been raised and prevents slipping when the boat is wet, the shoe has a toe reinforcement thanks to a fiberglass surface that protects the toes from bumps and impacts.

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