Accessories

Our Clothing Accessories range covers hats, gloves, bags and the smaller extras that complete a sailing or boating outfit – practical add-ons for warmth, grip and carrying gear, rather than the main technical garments themselves.

These accessories solve specific, practical problems that a jacket or salopettes alone don’t: a good sailing hat or beanie keeps heat from escaping through the head, which matters more for warmth than people often expect on the water; sailing gloves protect hands from rope burn and improve grip on wet lines and winch handles, worth having even for casual sailing once you’re handling sheets regularly; and dry bags or waterproof holdalls keep spare kit, electronics or clothing dry when stowed on an open boat or in a cockpit locker. None of these are essential in the way a lifejacket is, but they’re the difference between a comfortable day on the water and one spent distracted by cold hands or wet gear. Browse the subcategories below for the specific accessory you need.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need sailing-specific gloves, or will any gloves do?

Sailing gloves are worth having if you’re regularly handling sheets and winches – they protect against rope burn and improve grip on wet lines in a way general gloves don’t.

What’s the point of a dry bag versus a normal bag?

A dry bag keeps contents genuinely dry when stowed on an open boat or in a cockpit locker, where a normal bag would let spray and rain through.

Is a hat really necessary for sailing?

It helps more than expected – a lot of body heat is lost through the head, so a hat or beanie is a simple, effective way to stay warmer on the water.