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This the place where you'll find information about the gear you'll need for sailing, and resources for getting better.

## Required Gear

-   Life jacket (US Coast Guard Approved), NO “BOUYANCY AIDS”
-   Waterproof watch with countdown timer (this is necessary for all racing sailors)
-   Sunscreen and hat
-   Sunglasses with UV protection (preferably with strap/clip)
-   Shoes. Something that covers their toes and can get wet. Old converse or vans are great, sailing or surf booties are more ideal for racing.
-   Re-usable water bottles are great. Each coach boat has a jug of water to refill each bottle during practices.
-   During the winter months, you should plan to invest in some warmer gear. Fleece, beanies, and anything waterproof are a good place to start. Wetsuits are ideal for sailing and warm neoprene or waterproof gloves are a must. 


**Gear Suggestions include:** Foul weather bibs, smocks, salopettes, neoprene tops/bottoms/wetsuits, sailing booties.  Stohlquist "rocker" or Gill and Zhik are popular for apparel, but that's not an endorsement.  Always choose function over form/brand.  


### Sailing Apparel & Gear Retailers

Suggested apparel for winter/spring and anytime water is particularly cold, such as NorCal.  In general search for "foul weather gear (or apparel)".

-   [Apparel Guide]([Apparel Guide](https://www.westcoastsailing.net/default/blog/scholastic-sailing-apparel-guide/)) by West Coast Sailing
-   [Selecting Foul Weather Gear](https://www.westmarine.com/WestAdvisor/Selecting-Foul-Weather-Gear) by West Marine
-   [Caring for Gear](https://www.westmarine.com/WestAdvisor/DIY-Caring-For-Your-Foul-Weather-Gear) by West Marine

#### Local

-   [West Marine](https://www.westmarine.com/) located is here in Long Beach  [Cyber Deals Through Dec 3](https://www.westmarine.com/?mrkgcl=481&mrkgadid=245084753&rkg_id=h-bd58da4d659af1b1c55f1d725381c061_t-1512083604&cm_mmc=PS-_-Google-_-Brand-_-marine%2520west%2520store&adpos=1t1&creative=235610244709&device=c&matchtype=b&network=g&gclid=CjwKCAiA9f7QBRBpEiwApLGUilfbRyh04ga2UnwtR-2zxEheQ2ZkxfL77THFqqKPCq0W9UubjJNtbBoCe9QQAvD_BwE)
-   [Sailing Pro Shop](http://www.sailingproshop.com/) located in Costa Mesa near Newport Beach + PCH [Map+Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Sailing+Pro+Shop/@33.6307492,-117.9246498,15z)


#### Online

-   [West Coast Sailing](https://www.westcoastsailing.net/default/about/scholastic/high-school-sailing.html) (15% Discount for HS Sailing use code: ISSA)  They have a good [Apparel Guide](https://www.westcoastsailing.net/default/blog/scholastic-sailing-apparel-guide/)
-   [Sound Boatworks](https://www.shopsoundboatworks.com/) (Normal: 20% discount for HS Sailing / Holiday Season Savings - up to 35% discount)
-   [Annapolis Pro Sailing](http://www.apsltd.com/)<commit_msg>:memo: Gear updates<commit_after>---
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This the place where you'll find information about the gear you'll need for sailing, and resources for getting better.

## Required Sailing Gear

-   **Drinking Water**  
  Hydration is important. Re-usable water bottles are great. Each coach boat has a jug of water to refill each bottle during practices.
  
-   **Hat**  
  For UV protection of face and back of neck. A hat with an attached strap, or a separate clip-on strap
  
-   **Life jacket**  
  USCG (US Coast Guard) Approved. Be careful not to buy a *buoyancy aid*, or *inflatable life vests* as neither are allowed (per ISSA rules).
  
-   **Shoes**  
  Something that covers their toes and can get wet. Old converse or vans are great, sailing or surf booties are more ideal for racing.
  
-   **Sunglasses**  
  with UV protection.  A strap/clip is also helpful to ensure they're not lost during a capsize or blown away.
  
-   **Sunscreen**  
  UV is stronger on the water due to both reflected and sometimes magnified sunlight. Choose sunscreen with good UVA protection containing **ecamsule, avobenzone, oxybenzone, titanium dioxide, sulisobenzone, or zinc oxide**. [Even dark skinned sailors](http://www.skincancer.org/prevention/skin-cancer-and-skin-of-color) need to wear sunscreen.
  
-   **Watch**  
  Waterproof watch with countdown timer (this is necessary for all racing sailors)


### Sailing Apparel

During the winter months, you should plan to invest in some warmer gear. Fleece, beanies, and anything waterproof are a good place to start. Wetsuits are ideal for sailing and warm neoprene or waterproof gloves are a must. 

**Gear Suggestions include:** Foul weather bibs, smocks, salopettes, neoprene tops/bottoms/wetsuits, sailing booties.  Gill and Zhik are popular for apparel, but that's not an endorsement.  Always choose function over form/brand. Sailing apparel is particularly needed in winter/spring and anytime water is particularly cold, such as NorCal.

#### What to Wear Sailing

Layer! Base layer (wick moisture), mid layer (warmth), and outer layer (waterproof). A base layer should wick moisture away from skin to help stay warm after a capsize or cool on a hot day; look for clothing designed for this with materials such as bamboo, merino wool, and synthetic fibers. Mid layers should also help wick away moisture, but are chosen based on insulation for cold days. Top outer layers are for keeping you dry from water spray/splashing.  


##### Additional insights and advice:


-   sailawaygirl.com [What to Wear Sailing – Wicking Fabric Technology](http://www.sailawaygirl.com/wear-sailing-wicking-fabric-technology-sailing/)
-   fisherrowyachtclub.com [What to Wear on the Water](https://www.fisherrowyachtclub.com/index.php/sailing/what-to-wear)
-   int505.org [What Clothing to Wear](http://www.int505.org/old_site/wear.htm)


##### Perspectives from the retailers


-   [Apparel Guide](https://www.westcoastsailing.net/default/blog/scholastic-sailing-apparel-guide/) by West Coast Sailing
-   [Selecting Foul Weather Gear](https://www.westmarine.com/WestAdvisor/Selecting-Foul-Weather-Gear) by West Marine
-   [Caring for Gear](https://www.westmarine.com/WestAdvisor/DIY-Caring-For-Your-Foul-Weather-Gear) by West Marine

### Local Retailers

-   [West Marine](https://www.westmarine.com/) located here in Long Beach  [Cyber Deals Through Dec 3](https://www.westmarine.com/?mrkgcl=481&mrkgadid=245084753&rkg_id=h-bd58da4d659af1b1c55f1d725381c061_t-1512083604&cm_mmc=PS-_-Google-_-Brand-_-marine%2520west%2520store&adpos=1t1&creative=235610244709&device=c&matchtype=b&network=g&gclid=CjwKCAiA9f7QBRBpEiwApLGUilfbRyh04ga2UnwtR-2zxEheQ2ZkxfL77THFqqKPCq0W9UubjJNtbBoCe9QQAvD_BwE)
-   [Sailing Pro Shop](http://www.sailingproshop.com/) located in Costa Mesa near Newport Beach + PCH [Map+Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Sailing+Pro+Shop/@33.6307492,-117.9246498,15z)


#### Online

-   [West Coast Sailing](https://www.westcoastsailing.net/default/about/scholastic/high-school-sailing.html) (15% Discount code for HS Sailing: **ISSA**) 
-   [Sound Boatworks](https://www.shopsoundboatworks.com/) (20% discount code for HS Sailing: **scholastic**) _Holiday Season Savings - up to 35% discount!_
-   [Annapolis Pro Sailing](http://www.apsltd.com/) (20% discount code: **highschool** [Click for Instructions](http://www.apsltd.com/issa-high-school-team-member-order.html))
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