Gill

Gill Marine Apparel, PFDs & Sailing Gear

Sailing offshore or dinghy racing requires foul-weather gear engineered specifically to handle cold spray, heavy downpours, and continuous physical movement. Gill marine gear is designed by sailors to deliver targeted waterproof protection, high breathability, and non-restrictive mobility on deck. Equipping your crew with technical gill clothing ensures you stay warm, dry, and agile whether navigating bay chop or facing offshore squalls.

From USCG-approved personal flotation devices to multi-layer outer shells, Gill sailing gear combines heavy-duty fabric laminates with ergonomic cutting to maximize comfort during long watches.

Key Technical Gear Across the Gill Collection

• USCG-Approved Flotation: A high-mobility gill pfd or gill life jacket features side-zip or front-zip entries with low-profile foam panels. Designed to sit flush against your chest, a gill life vest allows full arm rotation for grinding winches or maneuvering dinghy tillers without riding up.
• Foul-Weather Shells: Engineered with XPLORE® two-layer waterproof fabric and XPEL® stain-resistant coatings, a gill jacket like the OS26 Offshore protects against water penetration while venting internal perspiration during heavy deck activity.
• Deck Footwear & Accessories: High-traction Aero boots prevent slipping on wet gelcoat, while reinforced long-finger and short-finger sailing gloves shield hands against line burn without sacrificing dexterity.
• Technical Sun Protection: Lightweight UV Tec tops block harmful solar rays and dry rapidly, providing essential base-layer defense for summer days on the water.

What Sets Gill Fabric Engineering Apart?

Advanced Waterproof Protection: Gill utilizes multi-layer composite fabrics featuring fully taped seams, high fleece-lined storm collars, and double-cuff closures to lock out saltwater spray under extreme force.

1. Freedom of Movement: Panel articulation at the elbows, shoulders, and knees eliminates fabric bind when hauling halyards or moving across the cockpit.
2. Built-In Abrasion Defense: High-wear zones on offshore bibs and sailing shorts feature abrasion-resistant panels to withstand rough non-skid decks.
3. Ergonomic Flotation Design: Purpose-built gill life jackets balance impact defense and buoyancy with low-profile foam panels that fit comfortably over base layers or oilskins.

Gear Up for the Water at Fawcett Boat Supplies

Boaters and sailors outfitting for the upcoming season can inspect the full selection of gill sailing products at Fawcett Boat Supplies, located at 919 Bay Ridge Rd, Annapolis, MD 21403. Positioned close to active boatyards on Back Creek and the Severn River, our Annapolis store carries gill jackets, life vests, dinghy boots, and deck gloves. Drop by to test sizing, compare offshore vs. coastal outer layers, or consult with our staff to complete your foul-weather kit.