First cruise: what to put in your bag?

A need to escape? Cast off. You will not have a better opportunity to board your rental sailboat and breathe the air of the open sea. If you are embarking on your first cruise, it is necessary to prepare yourself as best as possible for this extraordinary experience, and to know what to bring on board. Set Sail has listed the essentials to take with you for your first crossing!

What clothes to wear for your first cruise?

The dress code of the perfect sailor should not be neglected under any circumstances! The main thing first of all is to find out about the weather which can sometimes be capricious at sea. Here the rule of three layers applies:

• The first must be worn close to the body and must be breathable.
• The second will have the mission of keeping your body warm, for example a good fleece or a sweater.
• The third will have the mission of keeping your body dry while offering you perfect protection against rain or wind.

It is also essential not to forget to wear suitable gloves. This is not essential but can be very useful. This way you can protect your hands which can quickly become exhausted due to friction on the sheets.

What are the essential tools to take on board?

Basic tools

If you decide to take your first cruise without a skipper, you are responsible for your own safety. It would therefore be a shame to set sail without equipping yourself with the essential tools for navigation. Remember to take a headlamp or a small lamp to give you light in the event of a problem in the middle of the night, but also a first aid kit in case of injury or seasickness. Also important, don’t forget your travel documents. identity, they will be requested in the event of a marine inspection.

Protection against the sun

One of the most common dangers on board a boat cruise is the sun. Do not neglect the effects of this and absolutely equip yourself with sun protection as well as sunglasses, if possible adapted to your eyesight. Sunstroke is the most common incident encountered on board during crossings.

The little extras

If you are planning a first cruise lasting several days, consider taking something optional to spice up your crossing. At Set Sail, in addition to renting a boat, you can choose between diving equipment or paddles.