Chapter 1 | Introduction to Keelboat Sailing


COOL-WEATHER DRESSING Cold, wet weather offers more challenges to staying comfortable. Remember, just because a day is dry and


warm in the morning doesn’t mean it’s going to stay that way. Also, since the air temperature out sailing is influenced by the temperature of the water, conditions can be cooler on the water than on land. Be prepared for a change in the weather by using a layered approach. Wearing long underwear, thermal shirts, and fleece are some examples. Top your base layers with a foul-weather gear jacket and pants. Keeping your hands, feet, and head warm with gloves, thick socks, and a hat is essential for comfort.


Knit ski cap


10% of body heat escapes from the top of the head. A weather-proof hat will help keep you dry. Tie it on so it doesn’t get lost overboard. The combination of a knit ski cap under the hood of your foul-weather jacket will keep you both warm and dry.


protect your neck from wind and spray. When worn over a turtleneck and sweater, you will be warm enough for most sailing situations.


Full-fingered sailing gloves make it easier to hold


onto lines (ropes) and tiller on a chilly day.


Loose-fitting long pants over long underwear is usually enough to keep most people’s legs warm. If you’re still cold, you can wear your foul-weather gear pants on top. Loose pants also allow easier movement.


Nylon-fleece jacket with a tall collar will keep you warm and


The protection


provided by the foul-


weather gear keeps sailing pleasurable even in wet conditions. Two-piece foul- weather gear (pants and a jacket) is more versatile than a one-piece jump-suit. There are often weather conditions in which you will want to wear only the jacket or only the pants.


In selecting colder-weather gear to layer, make sure it: E Fits comfortably with enough room for movement and for extra clothes underneath


E Has flaps covering zippers and pockets E Has Velcro or elastic closures at the ankles and wrists


E Has abundant pockets E Has a hood


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