You know this topic reminds me of a post not too long ago from a man who was asking advice on cold weather sailing gear. This is what he said:

It's gonna start getting colder, and my wife and I are considering various kinds of formal attire (wet suits, dry suits, birthday suits, etc. ) to take us through the cold season. So far we've made do with swimming suits (and informal T-shirts).

Will a wet suit or a dry suit persuade my wife that it's still romantic and fun to sail through the cold weather, or should I plan on giving up as it gets colder? What kind of wet suit or dry suit should we consider? Is the money for the fancy things really justified, or are there cheaper options?

Jonathan


There were 16 replies; 15 from men, one from a woman – me.

Why did I reply? Because in my opinion, I felt most of the responses were not suited for a woman sailing in cold weather. And it did kinda wig me out that so many men were willing to give their opinions on what cold weather gear a woman should wear.

Truth is, not many posts on this forum pique’ my interest. Gel Coat, mast rake, which boat sails best with whatever crew weight, blah blah blah. I mean I care, but I just can’t sit here and write about it, discuss it and debate it.
Not to mention, I don’t know all that much on those particular subjects anyways.

Tracie