The Gill Icons have been cornerstones of the Gill range, worn across all corners of the globe for decades. Engineered to serve sailors, race teams & adventurers during regattas and expeditions worldwide. Utilising innovative design procedures, world class testing methods & insight from sailors globally.
Born as the original offshore jacket, the Key West was engineered to deliver unparalleled protection to sailors on offshore voyages around the globe. For 25 years, it has been the trusted companion of countless adventurers, including Conrad Colman across two Vendée Globes. Its lasting appeal is a direct result of its unwavering performance and timeless design. Today’s offshore jacket builds upon decades of technical expertise and valuable feedback from professional adventurers and racers, solidifying its position as a cornerstone of our product range.
Life on deck demands reliable gear. When professionals needed a jacket that could handle the rigours of the marine environment, Gill delivered the Crew Jacket. Devised in a London taxi in 1985, the crew jacket was built for durability and protection against the elements, it has become an iconic piece of kit for crews worldwide, providing the confidence to tackle any challenge presented to it.
Driven by the need for technical and protective dinghy clothing suitable for his time on the River Trent, a young Nick Gill developed our original dinghy smock. This garment, designed for both protection and performance, quickly became central to our dinghy product line, inspiring continuous advancements. Our dedication to the sport is evident in our support of elite athletes and teams along the way, including the Olympic British and US Sailing teams.
Developed to give dinghy sailors the steadfast grip and durable protection they need when battling the elements, our Sailing Boots quickly became an icon for good reason. Relied upon by sailors facing challenging conditions and long hours out in the elements, they offer everything required for security and lasting comfort, with nothing left to prove in the face of wind, waves, and spray.
For those who push boundaries and explore new horizons, reliable gear is essential. When adventurers and sailors were looking for a compact, weather-resistant bag, Gill delivered the Duffel bag. Built to endure the rigors of travel and marine environments, it has become an iconic piece for those who seek adventure, providing the confidence to pack and go, without compromise.
No matter the class or condition, sailors have always needed gloves that offer both exceptional grip and durable protection against the marine environment, and we have always answered with gloves that offer just that. Trusted by sailors in all conditions, Gill gloves have become an icon for their reliability and performance. Providing the confidence and control needed to tackle any task on deck, proving their worth time and time again.
We've sailed through decades of expertise in designing and developing sailing gear. Protecting sailors and adventurers from the elements whilst on the water for 50 years.
Read more from those who push themselves and our gear to the limit. From offshore explorations and UK circumnavigation stories to gear deep-dives and interviews with notable sailors.