Clothing & Footwear
Comfort and safety are important. Students are strongly recommended to dress appropriately for outdoor activities on the water. No matter how warm the day or evening it is always a little cooler on the water.
Sun and wind burn are also not to be underestimated. The sun reflects both off the water and also off the sails. Even on dull overcast days sun burn can occur.
The table below will act as a starting point and a reminder. Call us for advice before you buy anything.
A frequent question is "What do we do if it's raining?"
Here's my usual answer.
" If it’s raining vertically then we will spend time in the classroom.
If the rain is falling at an angle there’s wind and we will be sailing; come
prepared.
If the rain is anywhere near horizontal and you make it to the club
we will spend time in the classroom
"