i need to know what protective gear is used in windsurfing thnx
A life vest is recommended (and in many places required by state laws). Booties is a good idea for most places to protect your feet while walking or in rocky or dirty bottoms. In sandy places barefoot is fine.
The rest really depends on your level and preference. If you sail in high winds or make jumps you may want a helmet, but I suspect you are not at that level yet. Gloves are optional, most people do not like to use them.
Neoprene wetsuit when in cold water or cold weather to prevent hypothermia.
You would use a harness also but that is not considered a safety device.
Another safety advise if you venture in isolated places is to carry a small piece of cord (I carry it in my harness) just in case you break something, it may become vey usefull.
Then there are other devices called mast protectors and boom protectors (padded devices) but they are mainly used to protect the board rather than yourself and most people do not use them.
by SSP Bowl Dude, on February 5 2010 @ 7:12 pm
Usually none. Some people may use gloves, booties, helmets or a PFD.
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by Luis A, on February 5 2010 @ 7:26 pm
A life vest is recommended (and in many places required by state laws). Booties is a good idea for most places to protect your feet while walking or in rocky or dirty bottoms. In sandy places barefoot is fine.
The rest really depends on your level and preference. If you sail in high winds or make jumps you may want a helmet, but I suspect you are not at that level yet. Gloves are optional, most people do not like to use them.
Neoprene wetsuit when in cold water or cold weather to prevent hypothermia.
You would use a harness also but that is not considered a safety device.
Another safety advise if you venture in isolated places is to carry a small piece of cord (I carry it in my harness) just in case you break something, it may become vey usefull.
Then there are other devices called mast protectors and boom protectors (padded devices) but they are mainly used to protect the board rather than yourself and most people do not use them.
References :