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Tenue de voile homme : couches, veste et accessoires pour le pont
Leaving port at 9 a.m. under a gray sky, with a steady 14 knots of wind and spray on deck as soon as you clear the bay: our men's sailing clothing consists of mountain garments chosen for this kind of day. They come from mountaineering, where wind and moisture can hit as hard as at sea, and we offer them for coastal sailing, not offshore racing.
L'essentiel
- A 3-layer jacket, the EVE, with a 20,000 mm Sympatex membrane and sealed seams, for wind and spray.
- Fleece and down jackets made from recycled materials for the trip back to port when the air turns chilly.
- UV-protective pieces for sunny days on the water, including swim shorts and a hooded long-sleeved top.
- Glasses made in France, including a polarized version that cuts glare on the water.
- All our men's sailing clothing comes with a 5-year commercial warranty, in addition to the 2-year statutory warranty of conformity, and a repair service.
What our men's sailing clothing can and can't do
To be clear: nothing here was designed for a night watch offshore in rough seas. These are mountain garments that perform well on a wet deck, in the wind and spray.
Coastal sailing, lakes and day trips
A day trip, a coastal cruise with a return to port in the evening, a club regatta on sheltered waters: that's where this men's sailing clothing belongs. The principle comes from mountaineering: a sailing outfit in layers that you adjust as the wind changes: a base layer next to the skin, a fleece or a down jacket depending on the temperature, and a waterproof jacket on top as soon as water starts coming over the deck.
What to keep for offshore sailing
For offshore sailing, hours at the helm in heavy seas, or a crew that doesn't change clothes for three days, an offshore jacket and dedicated salopettes remain the standard. Our men's sailing clothing is no substitute for this gear, and we'd rather say so before the first gust of wind.
A men's sailing jacket: a 3-layer mountain jacket on deck
On a boat, the men's sailing jacket has to withstand apparent wind, spray and rain. L'EVE was designed for demanding mountaineering to the same exacting standards: a 3-layer recycled polyester fabric woven in Ardèche, paired with a Sympatex membrane rated at 20,000 mm water column, and assembled in Poland.
Membrane, Seams and Zippers
All the seams on the EVE are sealed with heat-applied tape, the central zip is a 5 mm double-slider YKK Aquaguard Vislon, and the pocket zips are hydrophobic. The large hood adjusts at three points, which is useful when a crosswind makes it billow. The trade-off: its cut was designed for a harness and backpack, and it wasn't designed with the details of an offshore jacket. To understand how the membrane works, read our article on the Sympatex waterproof membrane. Other models are featured in our technical jackets for men.
Water-repellent finish and sea spray
The outer fabric has a water-repellent treatment that makes seawater bead up before it wets the surface. Our garments contain no PFAS, and haven't since the brand was founded in 2018. Salt eventually clogs any water-repellent finish: rinse the jacket with fresh water after every outing, and reactivate the treatment when water no longer beads up.
Under the jacket: fleece, puffers and base layers
In a men's sailing outfit, the base layer determines comfort on the way back to port. Here are the garment categories and how to use them on the water.
For cool winds and trips back to port
The PHANTOM and PHANTOM HOODIE, made from 260 g/m² grid knit, are breathable when trimming or hoisting sails. The JULEECE and HOODEECE, made from 240 g/m² fleece brushed inside and smooth outside, slide under a jacket without catching. The thicker RYPA, at 300 g/m², adds Sympatex shoulder panels. The DOHLE, made from ECONYL recycled polyamide knitted in Italy, stays lightweight and stretchy. The PIKA sweater, weighing 250 g and made from recycled polycotton, is suitable for the deck in dry weather. For evening anchorage, the HEYDO2 puffer and CORUJA hybrid provide insulation with synthetic filling that retains warmth even when damp, a strong advantage near the water.
For sun and heat on the water
The GANGA, a long-sleeved hooded top with thumbholes, is knitted in Italy from 110 g/m² recycled polyamide. The KAJA swim shorts, made from 125 g/m² recycled polyester, have an integrated liner and dry quickly; they are assembled in Portugal. Both feature a UPF 50+ rating: this rating applies to the fabric when dry, and protection decreases once the fabric gets wet. The BARTAVELLE SS shirt, weighing 94 g and made from upcycled cotton from unused French stock, is assembled in Portugal and lets air through when the wind drops.
Sunglasses, cap and neck gaiter
On the water, light comes from above and below: for a complete men's sailing outfit, accessories matter just as much as the jacket.
Glasses for Glare
The LAGOPEYE CAT3POLA combines a category 3 lens with a polarized treatment: it cuts reflections on the water better than any other and helps you read the gusts. CAT4 is designed for very bright conditions, while CAT3 is for everyday use. The frames are made from through-colored recycled plastic and assembled without screws, with a removable sun shield. CAT3 and CAT4 are made in France; CAT3POLA is assembled there.
Head and neck
The SOWA cap weighs 40 g, folds into a pocket, and sheds spray thanks to its water-repellent finish. The SUMSNOOD weighs 30 g and protects the back of the neck from the sun; the 40 g brushed-knit WINSNOOD keeps the evening wind off your neck.
Care and repairs after a day at sea
Salt wears out men's sailing clothes, zippers, and water-repellent finishes faster than rain does. Rinse with fresh water, air-dry away from heat sources, then machine wash at 30°C with a mild detergent and the zippers closed. If a seam comes loose or a zipper breaks, request a repair or alteration through your account. Every item comes with a 5-year commercial warranty, in addition to the 2-year legal guarantee of conformity. To outfit a female crew member, see the women's sailing selection.
Frequently asked questions about men's sailing clothes
What should you wear for a day of sailing?
A quick-drying base layer, a fleece, a waterproof and windproof jacket, sunglasses, and a cap. In warm weather, add a long-sleeved UV-protective top. Our men's sailing clothes follow this layering system, just like in the mountains, and can be combined depending on the day's weather.
Can a mountain jacket replace a sailing jacket?
For coastal sailing, yes, in most cases: the EVE handles rain and spray, blocks the wind, and breathes when you're maneuvering. Offshore, no: a sailing jacket is designed for a harness and long hours at the helm, which isn't what the EVE is made for. Choose according to your sailing plans.
Do you need polarized sunglasses on a boat?
They make all the difference: polarized lenses eliminate most reflections on the water, reduce eye strain, and help you spot gusts. The LAGOPEYE CAT3POLA is the only polarized version in the range. Consider a glasses retainer cord—the sea gives nothing back.
How should you care for your clothes after a day at sea?
Always rinse with fresh water to remove salt, then machine wash at 30°C without fabric softener. On a waterproof jacket, reactivate the water-repellent finish when water no longer beads. Air-dry and store in a dry place: a damp jacket rolled up in a locker will wear out much faster.
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