seen it and tried it on, such as at the Düsseldorf Boat Show. It’s got quite a modern twist to it, in terms of its design and overall aesthetic.’ Laser-cut drainage holes in the pockets are one example of the attention to detail that has gone into this smock, along with the elastic cuffs in place of the more commonly used latex. This removes the need for a second cuff underneath and the elastic should provide sufficient protection the vast majority of situations in inshore sailing whilst being more comfortable than latex. A neoprene hem stops water coming up from the bottom of the smock and its YKK Aquaguard zippers are acknowledged as the best on the market. One visitor to the Düsseldorf stand said the flexibility and waterproofness of the smock would make it perfect for kayaking, a sport that demands even more freedom of upper body movement than sailing. Across all the LPX products, hyperlon hanging loops make it easy to hang up the garment and drain it as efficiently as possible before you next need it.
Jacket
The latest developments in three- layer Gore-Tex make the new jacket much lighter than the previous version that it’s replacing, says Holliman. ‘It’s also a very good looking jacket, something that wouldn’t look out of place for skiing or even for just taking a stroll down the high street. So even if you buy it specifically for sailing, you’ll still get a lot of use out of it.’
The cut of the jacket, as well as
Above: the 2024 Olympic keelboat contender Hannah Diamond
has provided valuable
feedback for the product design team; the new LPX shorts she is wearing here have been redesigned with a higher cut waist. Right:
feedback
from Richard Mason has informed the design of the LPX smock, which has articulated sleeves that allow a snug fit with great freedom of movement
the smock, has been to create articulated sleeves, which look curved and a little bit strange when hanging on a coat hanger but which immediately make sense when you put it on and feel how it fits. More than ever, Musto has been focused on creating the most ergonomic and comfortable fit possible. Pocket size on the jacket has been kept to a minimum, in response to feedback from the ambassadors who preferred a more focused fit compared with the demands of long-distance offshore racing where larger pockets for carrying tools remain a priority.
Salopette
Musto is always asking itself how it can create more flexibility and ease of movement in its garments. In the new salopette, a stretchy panel across the shoulders enables a more comfy and forgiving fit as you move around the boat. Other parts of the salopette are designed for maximum durability, with reinforcements built
into the knees and backside that should preserve the garment’s waterproofness for many seasons.
Shorts
There’s nothing to ruin a photo of a well-sailed keelboat than the unwelcome sighting of builder’s bottom. With that in mind, the LPX shorts have been cut with a higher waist at the back to preserve one’s modesty and to keep the boat looking shipshape and Bristol fashion. A reinforced backside and two good-sized pockets are also an important part of the product. The new LPX range went public in February and there will be major promotions at Cowes Week and Cork Week during the summer. In a world where people are increasingly put off by needless complexity, Musto anticipates a good reception for the new range where simplicity is the overriding priority. Form and function, delivered with style.
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