Sailor clothing

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Sailor in full gear, with life jacket and life belt

Sailor clothing , occasionally also called oilskin , is used for sports and leisure sailors to protect against weather influences (rain, cold, wind) and spray on board a sailing boat or ship . It is specially tailored to the requirements of sailing . Very few sailing ships have a covered steering position, so the helmsman is permanently exposed to the elements.

Cut and textile

The synthetic fiber textiles used are usually resistant (tear-proof) and robust, breathable and, for safety reasons, designed in a striking color. The suits are usually in two parts, with the jacket overlapping the pants. The sleeves and pants ends have closable cuffs. Some two-piece suits can be zipped together. The close connection between the jacket and the pants results in a higher level of waterproofness and insulation, and it also increases wearing comfort. All sailing jackets are equipped with a front zipper, which is covered with a strip. Furthermore, the seams are usually sealed and equipped with a drawstring for the hips. The most elaborate processing takes place in the offshore suits, which are designed for ocean-going shipping .

Multi-layer breathable fabrics are used as textiles, which must be air-permeable but extremely waterproof. The water column (according to the manufacturer) reaches 10,000 millimeters and more.

Carrying method

Fleece jacket

The clothing chosen varies in practice and depends on the weather , the climate and the type of sailing ( sport , leisure , one-handed, etc.). Furthermore, the clothing of the crew is based on the instructions of the skipper .

Since sailing suits are never thermally insulated, at least one additional layer of textile must be worn underneath ( onion principle ). Sailor clothing is not necessary when the weather is nice, everyday clothing is usually sufficient here. If work has to be done on deck, gloves and shoes are recommended for safety reasons (slipping, risk of injury). In summer, good protection against sunburn is advisable, because the open horizon and the reflecting water increase the solar radiation considerably, but the constant wind means that the heat radiation is felt less than it is. A hat with a wide brim also protects against heat stroke.

Outerwear

The outer clothing for sailing is variable, it depends on the weather and the sea.

Sailor jackets consist of a splash-proof, often almost knee-length jacket with eyelets for the lifebelt at hip height. Also standard is a high-necked collar and a hood that can be adjusted to the shape of the head with a drawstring , which ideally consists of a transparent part at eye level on the right and left. High-priced models are equipped with reflector applications and may be inflatable if the wearer goes overboard.

Spray tops, sometimes also called dinghy tops or smocks, are special sailing clothing. These are worn as the top layer instead of a jacket and serve to protect against spray and swell . This is achieved in particular by means of neck, arm and waist cuffs and water resistance.

Fleece shirts are actually intended to be worn underneath, sometimes as the top layer.

Trousers

Sailing pants

Pants in sailing clothing are usually leg-length, splash-proof and equipped with suspenders . They are often cut high, like dungarees , to prevent water from penetrating between the pants and the top. The trousers have reinforcements in the seat area and on the knees, because when sailing you should be able to sit comfortably in the cockpit. In rough seas you often have to move on your knees across the deck in order to keep your balance safely. Alternatively, there are sailing shorts in warm weather.

Footwear

Sailing shoes are non-slip and have an abrasion-resistant sole to protect the ship's deck . Shoe shapes are low shoes , classically with linen as the upper material, or high rubber boots . For safety reasons (risk of slipping, risk of injury to fittings ), many ships are obliged to wear shoes even in the best weather.

Gloves

Sailor gloves

Sailing gloves are important to protect the hands from injuries and blisters , because great forces can be placed on the lines and if manipulated incorrectly, a line rushing through the hand can cause serious burns. The gloves are traditionally made of leather . The rough undersurface also provides a grip for pulling in and loosing moving goods .

Complementary equipment

Personal equipment includes a life jacket with a lifebelt in bad weather, rough seas or at night . 150N or 275N automatic vests are common at sea. These hardly impede the wearer's freedom of movement and can therefore be worn permanently.

Large pockets help to stow additional equipment such as PLBs , flashlights or rigging knives on the body.

Clothing for sport and dinghy sailing

Since dinghy sailing or, in general, sporty sailing, there is much closer contact with the water, whether it is caused by riding out the bow or by capsizing more frequently in boats that are not keel-stabilized , clothing is often used here that is from the area of ​​the Wetsuit originates. One- or two-piece wetsuits are often common; or special drysuits with sleeve, leg and neck cuff seals. This equipment can be supplemented with windbreakers, hoods, shoes and gloves and, in the case of dry suits, with warming undergarments. For this purpose, a solid life jacket of category 50N is usually worn.

Manufacturer

Major manufacturers on the world market are:

See also

literature

Web links

Commons : Sailors Clothing  - Collection of images, videos and audio files

Individual evidence

  1. ↑ a b c d seamanship, p. 356ff
  2. ↑ cf. Offers ( Memento of the original from October 11, 2015 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. an internet retailer @1@ 2Template: Webachiv / IABot / www.compass24.de
  3. ↑ Keith Colwell; Safety at sea ; Delius Klasing Verlag; Bielefeld 2012; ISBN 978-3-7688-3539-8 ; P. 11