Elevate your ILCA / Laser sailing, training, and racing with the right sailing gear. Check out our gear guide for top rated life jackets, hiking pants, dinghy boots, tops, gloves, and other accessories to help you stay comfortable and performing your best.
Low Profile Like Jacket
A comfortable, well fitting life jacket is a must for spending time on the water, no matter the season. This is the most import piece of gear for any sailor. To maintain maximum freedom of movement while sailing your ILCA, we recommend a low profile but still fully USCG approved PFD. Check out a few of our favorites.
Neoprene Hiking Pants
The ILCA is an active boat and rewards strong hiking. Maximize your performance with a pair of hiking pants with support to help you hike harder for longer. We recommend full or 3/4 length hikers as they offer great knee protection. Our recommendations also feature 'sewn in' battens that are affixed to the back of each thigh so they stay in place and offer great support. The Zhik Microfleece Hiker and Rooster Pro Hikers are ideal for cooler conditions whereas the Rooster Classic and SEA Airprene Hikers are great when you are looking for a slightly lighterweight option.
Thermal Top
In all but the warmest conditions (where a spandex top or UV rash guard is most appropriate to keep the sun off), a thermal top is a great choice for ILCA sailors. We offer tops in a variety of weights for different conditions, and many of these work well together to provide different layering options.
Dinghy Boots
Sailing boots should be made of neoprene or rubber and provide some ankle support in addition to insulating the foot. A great dinghy boot for ILCA sailors should have a durable sole, be lightweight and be designed to get wet. A lace up system helps provide proper fit and robust ankle support. Thankfully, we make it easy to find a pair of boots that have these features with great options from Gill, Zhik, and Rooster.
Accessories
From gloves and hats to warm beanies and thermal socks, the right mix of accessories can compliment your core gear and increase comfort on the water. Below are a few favorites for ILCA Sailors.