Sailing Equipment

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Automatic Inflatable Lifejacket


I recently got my hands on the Tribord LJ150N Inflatable Life Jacket with Harness from Decathlon, and I’m thrilled to share why it’s a game-changer for our adventures on the water! 

This grey adult life jacket, 150N, priced at just €79.99 perfect for coastal navigation. 

Its automatic inflation gives me peace of mind during stormy trips, and the integrated harness keeps me secure, especially when navigating choppy waters.

The ergonomic design is super lightweight and comfy, letting me move freely while feeling protected.  Check it out at Decathlon and sail with confidence!  


Sailing Jackets, 

We both got those Helly Hansen offshore jackets for windy and cold weather. 
I took the S size and thought it was a bit big and stiff, but I guess that's what's needed to cover you up entirely, even if you already have a jacket under. 

Those are pretty expensive, so buy them when there are sails. 

We bought them at 291 and 207 euros. Red for Nico, marine blue for me. 



Sailing shoes

We also bought Helly Hansen sailing shoes. 
I don't they are comfortable compared to my beloved Adidas shoes, but it's lightweight and it dries quickly. 

We bought them during the sales, at 65 euros and 61 euros. 




Sailing Bib

We also bought sailinig bibs, at least one for me, Nico has his dad's one. But I don't think we'll ever use it. As we usually don't go out when the weather is bad. Nico is too cautious. But we never know. 

We bought it 142 euros. 



Other

I also bought this clipping lineyard. It's supposed to be for sunglasses, but I'm using it for my beloved cap that can be blown away anytime while sailing. Very practical.

We bought it 1.54 euros. 




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