Suggested Sailing Kit

For Sailing – Layers are the best approach, even when sunny the wind can be cool.

Base layer, thermal type top

Mid layer, fleece type jumper

Top layer, Fleece

Outer, Waterproof/windproof jacket

Trousers, preferably not jeans

Outer, Waterproof trousers 

Shorts, if we are being optimistic

Footwear, warm socks, trainers/sailing wellies

One set of spare clothes

Wash things and Towel

Sleeping bag.  Pillow and pillowslip provided .

Warm hat and gloves

Sunglasses, Sun cream and Cap (fit needs to be such that it won’t blow off). Sun bloc for lips

Kit bag needs to be “squashable” and as small as possible so it can be pushed into a locker (alternatively, unpack clothes in carrier bags into lockers and main bag goes back into car)

Small ‘backpack’ for going ashore (allows hands free)

Drinks/water bottle

Optional extras – MP3 player and earplugs.

Your preferred travel sickness tablets - just in case!