Several months ago The Rough Water Gear Company approached Baltic Safety Products to develop a buoyancy aid for the Surfski market as well as all sea and fresh water paddlers. Surfski is a rapidly growing ocean based sport in which competitors face challenging conditions. Safety is foremost for the race organisers and the competitors had…
Gill, the technical sailing apparel brand, is delighted to announce a new partnership with the British Keelboat Academy (BKA). The BKA is a joint programme between the UKSA and RYA designed to support young people aged between 18 and 24 in developing the skills needed to take their keelboat yacht racing to a professional…
Specialist marine technical clothing brand, Gill, is delighted to announce its new partnership as the official clothing partner for the UK operation of Sunsail Holidays, Events and Schools. Both brands share similar core values of quality and expertise, with Sunsail providing the best possible sailing experience using Gill clothing that delivers in the varied conditions…
New for summer 2016, Spinnaker has been introduced by Chatham, furthering its innovative ‘Aqua Go’ arsenal. Spinnaker (RRP £99) is a super lightweight, barefoot designed sole unit. The shoe features Chatham’s Aqua Go technology which drains water from the shoe within ten seconds, through its unique three layer drainage system. This makes Spinnaker perfect for…
Our Speedskin is ‘the’ solution for action packed racing. Designed for warmer summer sailing conditions protecting against wind, water and ultra-violet using a lightweight 2mm neoprene. Fit, flexibility and durability are key features of the Speedskin with low bulk X4 Flex stretch zones used in the side panels, crotch and behind the knees to…
British footwear brand, Chatham, has unveiled its exciting new collection of summer deck shoes for children – in an array of seasonal and traditional colour ways. Henry (lace up) and Oliver (Velcro) join Chatham’s summer crew this year, offering a super trendy range whilst providing a practical option for the younger sailors in your…
Helly Hansen, has announced a three-year deal that will see the technical clothing brand become Title Sponsor of the prestigious Warsash Spring Series. Renamed as the Helly Hansen Warsash Spring Series, Helly Hansen will be the exclusive provider of technical sailing clothing to all competitors and race organisers until 2018. As a long established event,…
Ocean Safety, specialists in the worldwide supply, distribution, service and hire of marine safety equipment, has collaborated with Typhoon International and Andark Diving and Water Sports to produce the ultimate offshore/ocean-going drysuit. The Ocean Safety Elite Drysuit is 100% dry, protecting the user from wind, weather and immersion in the water. It is designed as…
Global technical sailing brand, Helly Hansen, has today announced its partnership with Britannia Corporate Events – the specialist provider of corporate sailing days – and its sister company, Sailing Logic – the UK’s leading race training school. As Official Clothing Supplier, Helly Hansen will be the exclusive provider of technical sailing clothing to skippers and…
British footwear brand, Chatham, is unveiling its exclusive British collection for men this season: Made in Britain. Showcasing innovation and British heritage, the new collection forms an iconic range in Chatham’s latest summer offering. The Made in Britain collection heroes the first boating shoes to be made in Great Britain, from Chatham’s new purpose-built factory…
