The days of oilskins, yellow or white, seem so long ago… Today there’s an explosion of technical products, with multiple layers and with color promoting the designs. In the same way that there are no bad boats, just a boat for every program, there is appropriate clothing for coastal navigation, offshore cruising or expeditions in extreme climates. But keep an eye on your budget, as it is easy to get carried away. So let’s take a look at what you need…
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Publié le
16/12/2016
Par
François Trégouët
Numéro :
143
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Whether it’s in the marketing or in the technical developments, it’s generally acknowledged that there’s been a considerable evolution in the last twenty years. The basic setup of oilskin jacket and trousers has now given way to three distinct layers, each forming an independent protective cocoon but with other well-defined functions: 1 - Comfort: Comprised of underclothes whose primary function is to conserve body heat and evacuate perspiration 2 - Insulation: made up of fleece-type insulating materials 3 - Protection: The primary function is to keep out wind and water For the latter, and at …
