LO300 Booklet 2010_04_09 Low RES - Lake Ontario 300
LO300 Booklet 2010_04_09 Low RES - Lake Ontario 300
LO300 Booklet 2010_04_09 Low RES - Lake Ontario 300
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Page 40<strong>LO<strong>300</strong></strong>Gill Tech TipsKeeping dry and comfortable during an offshore race such as the <strong>Lake</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong><strong>300</strong> is a critical safety consideration, and is key to making the event enjoyableand fun.Gill is the official supplier of <strong>LO<strong>300</strong></strong> regalia, and other marine clothing designedspecifically to help you “Respect the Elements”. Included here are a series oftech tips to help you understand a Gill based solution to keep dry, warm andsafe while offshore racing.Layering is essential to make the most of your waterproof, breathable clothing.The first layer should be a wicking layer to keep you dry next to the skin.Gill’s RC Technical layer collection (example at left) is the idealsolution for a combination base/next to skin layer. Featuring 50+UV protection the RC Technical Layer features an ultra lightweightfabric that wicks away moisture from the skin. The ultrawick dry fabric features a soft comfortable handle that allows itto double as a base layer. Light weight and highly protective, theRC Technical Layer is a premium first layer for the active racerwhere protection, mobility and comfort are must haves.The second, the mid layer, is the insulating, warming climate control system.Gill’s Crosswinds (right) is a highly functionalperformance mid layer. Designed to be wornover a base layer and beneath a waterproof layerfor thermal insulation. The Crosswinds provideswarmth through an ultra compact syntheticinsulation that will not absorb moisture andremains warm when wet. In light conditions theCrosswinds can be worn as an outer layer as thewaterproof fabric is fully taped.An alternate light mid layer isexemplified by the RaceCollection Softshell(left). Designedwith the athletic keelboat racer in mind, theRC Softshell features a highly breathable3-layer fabric. It has an athletic cutwith minimalist features yet providessignificant protection from the elements.Waterproof, highly breathablestretch fabric is laminated to amicro fleece lining that aids agility<strong>LO<strong>300</strong></strong> <strong>Booklet</strong> <strong>2010</strong>_03_12 FINAL.indd 40<strong>09</strong>/<strong>04</strong>/<strong>2010</strong> 9:<strong>09</strong>:30 PM
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