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In brief
Dress for comfort and manoeuvrability. Always wear a PFD/lifejacket. Always bring a change of warm dry clothing. May to Mid-June wear layers of neoprene, fleece, wool, gortex and rubber as needed. July to August wear a windbreaker, shorts, t-shirt.
Other useful items include a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, water. Extend your Wardrobe! Don't throw out those old shorts! Wear them as clothing can get ripped on boat fittings.
Rule of thumb
If the water is cold, always wear a wetsuit, even if the air is warm.
If it is windy or can get windy, always wear your fowl weather gear (top and pants) and bring a winter hat with you.
Items by items
Wetsuit - full or shorty
⁃ can get them at Mountain Equipment Coop $110, costco (shorty, ~$40) or Fogh marine
⁃ the water is still cold a wet suit or dry suit ( more $) will be needed
Thermal layers
⁃ April to Mid-June wear layers of neoprene, fleece, wool, gortex and rubber as needed, skiing mid layer stuff is good
⁃ You will wear these over your wetsuit for insulation, no cotton it will keep you cold
⁃ don't worry as soon as summer hits you'll be T's! That sun better shinning this summer!
Fowl weather gear (also known as splash gears)
⁃ rain gear, can get a set from costco (~ $60) or Fogh marine
⁃ wind proof jacket and splash pants will work, not the cheap $5 kind they will rip
⁃ this will keep you warm when the wind picks up
Gloves
⁃ we highly recommand the gardening gloves you can get the regular nylon with rubber covering for gardening (picture here ~$5)
⁃ If your hands get cold, then opt for some neoprene gloves (at MEC for $15)
⁃ you need them for grip when pulling in the sails and will want something that will keep you warm based on your own tolerance for cold hands, your hands will get wet!
Boots
⁃ the best place to get them is at Fogh Marine and Genco ~$50
⁃ you need footwear for grip as you move around the boat and protection as there are many mounts and ropes that you'll be stepping over; water will get into you boat and a pair of sailing boots will help keep your feet warm
⁃ some people use old running shoes with neoprene socks to start with
Change of clothing
⁃ Always bring a change of warm dry clothing and a towel
⁃ you'll want those cozy tops as the weather is colder down by the water
⁃ Don't throw out those old shorts! Wear them as clothing they can get ripped on boat fittings
Hat and Sunglasses
⁃ Other useful items include a hat (winter), sunglasses, sunscreen, water. Extend the use of your Wardrobe!
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Life jackets, we will be provided for you!
Yes it sounds extreme! But when your out there having fun you'll forget about the layers you have on, you'll be warm, happy and sailing! In the summer you'll be out there with the sunscreen on and a sun cap on enjoying the hot weather!
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Note to small people: check out youth sizes (esp. at MEC), they are cheaper.
Where to buy:
Fogh Marine
www.foghmarine.com
2242 Lakeshore Blvd. West,
Mon-Fri 9 to 6, Sat 9 to 5
Genco Marine (you get 10% off as a Mooredale Sailing Club member!)
www.gencomarine.com
350 Queens Quay West, Unit 108, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5V 3A7 Ph:800-361-2890
1008 Rangeview Road, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5E 1H3 Ph:905-278-2891
MEC
www.mec.ca
400 King St. Mon-Wed 10to7, Th Fri:10to9, Sat-Sun 11 to 5
The Dock Shoppe
162 Queens Quay East
416-362-3625
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