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Gill sailing clothing has been keeping sailors warm and dry since 1975, when Nick Gill started making kit in a corner of his father's factory in Nottingham. Today it covers everything from a first pair of dinghy boots to a full winter wetsuit system, at prices that make sense for club sailors. Choose a category below to go straight to what you need.
Gill is one of our most popular brands, and it's easy to see why. The kit is sensibly priced and stands up to season after season of launching, capsizing and being packed away wet. That makes it a natural choice for club racers, juniors moving up through the classes and anyone getting kitted out for the first time.
Start with the layer that matters most for the season. Gill wetsuits split into ZenTherm for cold water and ZenLite for warmer days. Then add Gill sailing boots, a pair of Gill sailing gloves and a Gill buoyancy aid and you're ready to launch.
Sail something bigger? You'll find Gill's coastal jackets and spray tops here too. If you're not sure what suits your sailing, call or email us and we'll talk it through.
Some frequently asked questions that other customers have asked us about Gill Sailing Clothing.
Where is Gill sailing clothing from?
Gill is a British brand. Nick Gill started it in 1975 in a corner of his father’s textile factory in Long Eaton, Nottingham, because he couldn’t find sailing kit that did the job. It has since grown into one of the best known names in sailing clothing, worn everywhere from club dinghy parks to offshore races.
Why choose Gill sailing clothing?
Gill gives you well thought out kit at a fair price. The designs are simple, tough and made for real sailing, with reinforced seats and knees, grippy boot soles and gloves that last. It suits club sailors who want gear that works every weekend without paying top end race team prices.
What is the difference between Gill ZenTherm and ZenLite?
ZenTherm is Gill’s warmer neoprene system, made for cold water and winter sailing. ZenLite is thinner and more flexible for spring, summer and warm regattas. Both come as long johns and tops, so you can mix them to suit the day. Many sailors own a ZenLite set and add ZenTherm for the colder months.
Does Gill make kit for dinghy sailors as well as yacht sailors?
Yes. Gill started out in dinghy sailing and still makes a full dinghy collection: wetsuits, spray tops, boots, gloves and buoyancy aids. Alongside that sits the coastal and offshore clothing for keelboat and yacht sailors. Most of what we stock is chosen with dinghy sailors in mind.
How do I look after my Gill kit?
Rinse everything in fresh water after sailing, especially after salt water, and let it dry naturally away from direct heat and strong sunlight. Dry wetsuits and boots inside out first. Store kit dry and loosely hung or folded. A few minutes of care after each sail adds seasons to its life.
