5 dot Ocean Racer suit

Gill improve top of the range foulies following work with illbruck Challenge

Following their success clothing the winning illbruck team in the Volvo Ocean Race, Gill are launching their 5 dot™ Ocean Racer suit, the first-ever foulweather collection to have been designed to maximise the breathability of the total garment, as opposed to simply the fabric it is made from.

A simple example like the stitching on of a pocket, even if it is unlined, will severely restrict the breathability at that particular point. Then there are fleece pocket linings, mesh garment linings, reinforced seat and knee overlays, hoods, logos, reflective patches, zips and seams, all of which help decrease the breathability of the garment. All of these affect the breathability of a garment - so the breathability of the outer shell is only part of the equation, Gill maintain.

Gill's new 5 dot™ Ocean Racer suit has the following attributes:

High Breathability – design a garment poorly with too many pockets, overlays and patches in key areas and you dramatically reduce garment breathabiilty whatever fabric you use.

Weight is important – approx. 10% lighter than Gill’s previous Ocean suit that used the same fabric and design technology used by Gill’s competitors.

Versatility – The Ocean Racer Suit will appeal to a wide range of sailors because of its weight-saving and performance design.

Comfort – The ergonomic design of the suit allows total freedom of movement whilst protecting you from the elements.

Innovations – High movement cut in the jacket’s arms, legs and body; high back on trousers; use of water-resistant zips in key areas instead of plackets and overlays; unique shaped reflective jacket hood design with super-quick stowage; smooth Kevlar panels in reinforcement areas.

Pricing – With this new range, Gill now offers superior value in the Ocean clothing market segment

Following their work with illbruck the Ocean Racer Jacket and Trousers are 5 dot™ garments designed to include only the features seen to be essential when facing the most arduous conditions. Non-essential features have been stripped out to increase breathability. The suit is lightweight, features an active cut and the jacket features a new hood design to enhance comfort and freedom of movement.

Fabric

Three layer fabric made from 100% nylon Oxford weave face fabric, a non-porous breathable hydrophilic membrane and a nylon tricot backing scrim.

Ocean Racer Jacket - Key features

• Double seal at cuffs for maximum protection
• Chest pockets with water-resistant zips + fleece-lined handwarmers
• Double front storm flap over two-way zip
• Reflective prisms on front placket, shoulders, cuffs and hood
• Internal storage pocket with water-resistant zip
• Smooth face Kevlar elbow, lower back and cuff edge reinforcement
• Double adjustment at hem
• Fleece-lined chin and nose flaps for greater protection & comfort
• Lifejacket/harness attachment loops
• Ocean fleece-lined collar
• Ocean hood (stows in collar sealed by water-resistant zip) with drawcord adjustment for optimum fit
• Performance cut with articulated arms to increase freedom of movement
• Hanging loop
• Luminescent cord ends on drawcords

Colour: Red
Sizes: XS - XXL
Price: £300.00/Euro 550.00

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Ocean Racer Trousers – Key features

• Seal at ankle cuffs for maximum protection
• Articulated knees
• External velcro storm flap over zip
• Side leg water-resistant zipped pocket
• High back
• Reflective prisms on front and back
• Adjustable elasticated braces
• Performance cut with articulated legs increasing freedom of movement
• Reinforced smooth face Kevlar seat and knees for extra protection
• Hanging loop

Colour: Red
Sizes: XS - XXL
Price: £250.00/Euro 350.00

Contact: Douglas Gill International Ltd, Manor House Road, Long Eaton, Nottingham, England, NG10 1LR. Tel: +44 115 9460844. Fax: +44 115 9465150. Website