December 23, 2020 2 min read
There is nothing worse than going sailing for a second day and putting yourself into a cold wetsuit from the previous day. It ruins your day and makes you cold before you even start!
Introducing Zhik Microfleece X - a wetsuit that's designed for use in the UK between April and September this is a 1mm thick wetsuit with a fast drying hydrobase inner that wicks moisture while also being super soft.
I love my Microfleece wetsuit, it's unbelievably warm for a very thin wetsuit with excellent flexibility. Being a skiff suit you can take advantage of layering and adjust your other layers to suit the conditions on the day. Sometimes I will wear this with a rash vest, other times I will wear a hydrophobic fleece top to hold a little more warmth closer to my body.
The skiff suit dries quickly because the key panels which sit close to your body are lined with an improved Hydrobase material which provides extreme thermal insulation and is very quick drying.
Zhik have another variation of the Microfleece wetsuit which they call the V. This is designed to be a similar wetsuit to the X but comes with less features and a lower price point.
You can see all of our sailing wetsuits on our website.
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we order some stainless beta pins, good price and very quick delivery.
Zhik described this range as medium waterproofness. Unsure what this means and whether I need a spare set of gear for stronger weather. Not convinced but it fits well and it’s a good make. Would be good to see a long term review
The Inglefield clip was invented by Lieutenant Edward Inglefield RN in the 1890s, it has been standard issue to British warships since 1895.
The idea was to make a reliable and fast way of assembling a hoist of signal flags, which they do very well.
I have had a long involvement with these clips, mostly for flags, but they have other uses, for example the West Lancashire Seabird One Design (a half rater) use the clips for their spinnaker halyard attachment to the sail, and I have seen a big version cut out of steel plate for a special job.
The standard clips are made from brass, these medium size nylon ones are clearly not as strong as brass, but they are good for small flags.
A further advantage is the avoidance of metallic stains on the bunting.
I don't think they would be strong enough for a big flag in windy conditions, but that isnt what i purchased them for.
Brilliant rope pack - thanks
Well made and arrived well within time frame really happy with the cover and service highly recommended
Many thanks to the team for advice on which products are in stock and which is most suitable.
This part fitted exactly.Excellent expert advice. Promptly delivered.
Regards Martin
Buoyancy aid arrived nice and quickly, and a nice little park of love heart sweets. Haven’t had chance to sail in it yet, but it’s a nice fit and great quality. Should be testing it out this Sunday.
Quick delivery, well made product and perfect for my purposes.
Goods as described. Arrived promptly. Everything as expected.
I bought the rope to replace rope for stage curtains at our village hall. It was speedily delivered in time for the panto and is smooth to use and does the job perfectly!
Great easy to use web shop, delivered on time exactly as described, will deffo use again
Finding it difficult to refuel & surprised how quick the fuel runs out
Came exactly as described --work well--delivered promptly
I haven’t used it yet but will be in a month or so on a trip up the east Greenland coast.
Service and delivery from Sailing Chandlery was excellent. Delivered when promised.
I had forgotten how much I love Sailing Chandlery. I think it's partly the sweets I get with my orders! Great service.