ZHIK: Deckbeaters Shorts

	The Zhik R & D team has finally cracked it! Over twelve months of design and testing has gone into Zhik’s latest product to hit the stores: the Deckbeaters. Deckbeaters began life when keelboat sailors told Zhik that the existing padded/hiking shorts in the market were uncomfortable, didn’t fit right, too hot and sweaty and inconvenient as you have to wear them to the bar later. So with that in mind, Zhik R & D team enlisted some of the world’s best sailors to help them develop the best sailing short in the market.
Designed to be worn either underneath your normal sailing short or over your suits, Zhik Deckbeaters provide the ultimate in hiking comfort, which also being extremely breathable to keep you cool. The pads have perforated holes in them to aid the breathing process and there is Zhiktex fabric on the bum panels for added durability. These shorts will become vital pieces of sailing clothing for all keelboat racers, once someone wears them on a boat, the rest of the crew will follow suit. Visit us and order online your ZHIK Deckbeaters now.
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GILL: Garments Care

Gill sailing apparel is designed to withstand the tough life and environment of the boating world. However, like any clothing, it will last longer when cared for properly. That's why at Mauri Pro Sailing we have developed a new special section that will help all sailors maintain the performance and life of their Gill sailing gear. Check out this new Gill Garments Care section! Visit our Gill Sailing Gear Store

Optiparts: WinDesign Dinghy Sailing Gear

	Optiparts has continuously developed a wide range of products for the Optimist dinghy and under the trade name WinDesign, Optiparts manufactures not only spars, fittings, sails or covers but also technical clothing. Now you can order online at our Optiparts sailing gear store a complete range of WinDesing dinghy gear. Gloves, boots, hiking pants and everything is needed for dinghy sailors.
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One Design Sailboat Parts: New Classes Added

We keep adding more and more classes to our One Design Specifics section. It is rapidly becoming one of our most visited areas with in our store. Our web designers and sailors keep working to provide you with an easy to use guide for each boat. Help us to build the best One Design parts and selection guide by letting us know if you will like to see specific products listed. Note: If your class is not listed yet contact us and we will be able to assist you with hardware or rigging selection.

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Mauri Sails: New Hobie 33 One Design and PHRF Sails

Mauri Hobie 33 one design sails came fast out of the blocks winning the 2010 Nationals. Our new MX5 Technora sails allow the winners to sail higher and faster in everything from light 5 knots up to blade conditions.

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GILL: High Performance Race Gear Collection

The ultimate performance racing range, the Gill Race Collection has been designed, tested and race proven for use in warmer conditions where weight, performance and protection can be the key to success. The Race Collection is the end result of 14 months of research and development with input from Terry Hutchinson and Team Quantum (TP52) and sailors from Barking Mad (Farr 40) and Team Aqua.

Each piece of the new collection was tested and proven under race conditions in Mediterranean, USA and Caribbean – Audi Medcup, Rolex Farr 40 Championship, Key West, Miami and congressional Cup. The end result of the program achieved Gill's objective - to design, develop, build and test the best, most innovative, highest performing, collection of performance day gear ever.

Here are the results of testing:

• The Gill Race Collection jacket is the lightest performance sailing jacket on the market.
• The waterproofs are highly breathable, incredibly flexible and as light as is possible with current technology.
• The Collection covers most of the protective needs of the sailor, from fast drying wicking, tops with high UV protection, to warm stretchy soft shell, mid or outer layer all the way through to full waterproofs. The collection is visually coordinated to give a professional, sporty look across the boat, regardless of which pieces each member of the team is wearing.

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GILL: OS1 Offshore Jacket and Trousers

The Gill OS1 is a tough, comfortable and functional choice for those who need a foul weather system that is designed to withstand the rigors of extended offshore boating.

This is the most comprehensive offshore suit to come out of the product development team to date and is made using Gill’s top of the range 5 Dot four-layer laminated fabric. As a result of intensive on-the-water research with professional boaters, Gill is able to deliver a cutting edge jacket and trouser combination that is extremely durable, waterproof and breathable.

Particular attention has been given to the area around the neck and chin where some jackets can be vulnerable to water intrusion and cause discomfort on the face. This has been resolved by an innovative closure system around the chin, and a comfortable micro-fleece internal lining that has very soft feel against the skin. As you would expect, the wearer of Gill OS1 offshore jacket is completely protected from the elements when the conditions deteriorate. With safety the number one priority, there are SOLAS approved prismatic reflectors on the chest, shoulders, cuffs and hood, and reflective piping all the way around the upper body section.

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