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Youth Sailing Must Haves

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My son loves being out on the water and both of my kids race dingy sail boats competitively. We've gone through a lot of gear as they have grown and here are a few of the best gear, clothing and more for being out on the water.
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Life Safety

Life Jackets We've Used

 
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My son races in this jacket on both Opti's and big boats. It allows for great mobility and it's comfy to wear. (He's about 5'0 and wears an x-small in black).
USCG Approved Life Jacket
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This is my life jacket (Adults Only). It's extremely lightweight & comfortable and I love that it sits off of the back of my neck.
Automatic Inflatable DeckVest™ LITE II Life Jacket (Adults Only)
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Both my daughter and I wear this PFD and in terms of being low-profile and easy to move in this one is top notch.
Stohlquist Edge Lifejacket (PFD)

Foulies & More

When the water is spraying or the weather is cold, these will keep you warm.

 
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These kids foulie bibs are great! The are super adjustable as the kids get taller and the pocket is pretty handy.
Junior Salt Port Sailing Pants
 
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Great top for those slightly warmer but splashy days on the water.
Juniors' HP Smock Top 2.5
 
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This jacket was made through the input of sailors on what their most critical needs are. I think it's awesome the HH mad it in kids & Jrs sizes so that they can get the benefit too.
Helly Hansen Juniors’ Ocean Race 3-Layer Sailing Shell Jacket
 
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The hydrophobic top and pants are the best base layer. My son wears the pant under a bathing suit on warmer days and under his foulies on colder or very wet days. They are stretchy and allow for easy movement within the boat.
Zhik Unisex - Hydrophobic Fleece Top Junior
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These pants are great under foulies as a base layer. Although these are the mens, they are fairly unisex.
Hydrophobic Fleece Pants
 
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When a slightly heavier base layer is needed this top is a great go-to!
GILL Junior ZenTherm Thermal Neoprene Top
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Sunshine Gear

Gear to keep your cool and protect you from the sun.

 
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A hat is a must-have piece of gear out on the water. The 50+ UV protection is awesome with this one and although not pictured, I love the white one because it will show less salt.
Gill Race Cap - 50+ UV Sun Protection
 
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On warm days a rashguard is great to protect from the sun and from a lifejacket rubbing as you hike out or move lines.
Quiksilver Youth All Time LS Rashguard 50+ UPF
 
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This insulated water bottle comes in so many super cute colors and a variety of sizes. The 3 different lids it comes with allows for plenty of options and with a little ice it'll keep the water inside nice and cool for a long time!
Sports Water Bottle - 32 Oz - 3 Lids Leak Proof

Youth Sailing Info

If you have a child interested in sailing, check out these sites or message me and I can help get you going in the right direction :)

 
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USODA Home Page with great info on Optimist Racing
Home - USODA
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US Sailing has a ton of resources and info on their website.
Learn to Sail - US Sailing
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