![]() ![]() When the temperature dips below 40 degrees, I always wear a knit hat. Since I’m moving so much in the Interclub (hiking, etc.), I rarely get cold (unless there’s a long delay in between races). ![]() I wear Ronstan hiking boots (made of Neoprene) which help to keep my feet warm. I wear SEA hiking pants, and my base layers typically include a wicking long-sleeve shirt. On a normal day, I pair the skiff suit with Power Pads (these really help to stay warm), a Zhik hydrophobic fleece thermal layer, a SuperWarm Zhik top, spandex overshorts that prevent my wetsuit from wearing out, Sperry Top-Sider GripX boots, Gill Three-Season gloves with a pair of Under Armour cycling gloves underneath, and if it’s very cold, I’ll wear a spray top.īR: I have gravitated over the years to wearing clothes that provide the most amount of flexibilty and range of motion. Since I sail a Laser, I favor a wetsuit (the Zhik Superwarm Skiff Suit) instead of a drysuit. I want various layers to be usable all year. I wear long underwear every day with Smartwool socks, Aigle boots, fleece-lined board shorts from ImmersionResearch (I like these a lot, but they’re not too good if they get wet), a ball cap (or winter hat if it’s really cold), and spray gear. What’s your usual get-up for frostbiting?ĮH: Since we usually sail in light air and warmer temps than those in the Northeast, I try to get away with spray gear for as long as I can. Your panel of experts includes Erich Hesse (Laser, Potomac River Sailing Association, Washington, D.C.), Michael O’Brien ( Seattle Laser Fleet, Shilshole Bay, Wash.), Bill Rothwell (Interclub, Winthrop Frostbite Sailing Club, Winthrop, Mass.), Jim Ryan (JY15 Fleet 38, Snapper Inn Frostbite Fleet, Oakdale, N.Y.), Peter Shope ( Laser Fleet 413, Newport, R.I.), and Ross Weene ( Frosty Fleet 9, Newcastle, N.H.). We checked in with six frostbiting fleet champions to see how they gear up for sailing in the winter. But with the right gear to keep your digits warm, you can triumph over the bitter cold, sail fast, and get to the bar without blue toes and with some hard-earned bragging rights. Courtesy Stuart Streuliįrostbiting, as the name suggests, can be downright miserable. With its beautiful waterfront location, the Inn is a premier catering facility, which will provide you with memories you’ll cherish for a lifetime.Frostbiting: Laser Fleet 413 Laser Fleet 413 (Newport, R.I.) gets out of the snow and onto the water with the right gear. Recognized as “Best Seafood Restaurant on Long Island” by the Long Island Press and 15 time winner of the Long Island Chowder Contest, Snapper Inn’s cuisine is sure to please even the most discriminating palates. Cocktail service includes open bar of top shelf liquors, house wine, bottled beer, cordials and champagne. Your dinner menu includes a salad, carving station, main course and a tiered wedding cake of your choice, served with tea and coffee. Your cocktail hour includes hors d’oeuvres, made from only the freshest ingredients, elegantly presented and served butler style, cold canapés, a gourmet pasta station, artistically presented displays and hot chafing dishes. The highly trained chefs will assist you in tailoring a menu and the professional wait staff will be at your service for the entire length of your event. Also included in your 5 hour package are directional maps for your wedding invitations and your choice of linen colors. A Special Bride & Groom docking slip is available to arrive In style by boat! A personal Maitre’d will be there to ensure that every detail is perfect. Along with the Newly Built Wedding Room, The Open Air Waterside Pavilion is available from May into October and can accommodate up to 180 guests. The Snapper Inn offers both indoor and outdoor venues for your ceremony and reception. The Main Dining Room was completely rebuilt in 2013 and is the perfect site for weddings of up to 160 people with direct access to the main bar and lawn for cocktail hour depending on the season.Ī variety of wedding packages are available and can be customized to suit your requirements and budget. Its beautiful surroundings, waterfront location, lush lawns, English gardens and panoramic views create the ideal setting for your once in a lifetime affair. Whether you’re planning a wedding, rehearsal dinner or any other social or corporate event, the Snapper Inn can accommodate all your needs for up to 250 guests. Located on the picturesque Connetquot River in Oakdale, Snapper Inn offers magnificent settings, award winning cuisine and impeccable service. ![]()
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