frostbitten in the northeast

Bonafide Laser sailing in the northeast is what you're seeing......our sailing season doesn't end when we see frost, it keeps going until our boats are frozen to their dollies. Thanks to the Frostbite Yacht Club, aptly named, on the CT River in Essex, CT, Etchells, JY15, Ideal18 and Laser sailors are able to extend their season well into the winter. You have to imagine though how it feels to get whipped in the face by spray while racing Lasers in 30 degree weather with a mild water temp of 45 degrees, that shows some serious dedication to the sport. Thanks to Kevin Gillman, the smiling face you see on camera, for sharing what frostbiting in a Laser in 30 degrees looks like.

Hopefully this latest video content may spawn some like minded individuals to share similar content or anything that may make a viewer go "wow", get in touch with us if you have anything to share and we'll make sure to reward you for it.

If you're still sailing, and the air temp has passed 60 degrees, get in touch with us for the gear you need to stay dry and warm, with the right gear you can stay sailing and keep from becoming frostbitten......