Crew Uniforms for Sailing Teams: Performance and Identity Onboard
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Some things on a boat cannot be improvised. The cohesion of a crew. The synchrony in movements. The ability to read the wind and react instantly.
But there’s another aspect, less technical but just as important: the identity of the team.
A true team stands out at a glance, both at sea and on land.
A uniform is not just about aesthetics; it’s a key element of unity, a mark of belonging, and a detail that can make a difference in a regatta or during navigation. Whether you are a team manager of a One Design team, heading offshore, or part of a professional sailing crew, the uniforms you choose must meet specific requirements.
Professional crew uniforms must be:
Why a sailing crew uniform is more than just a detail—it’s a tool for performance.
The key features of technical sailing apparel.
How to choose the right uniform based on the type of sailing.
When you're on deck, every detail counts. Choosing the right uniform is essential because well-designed sailing apparel:
Enhances freedom of movement for smooth maneuvers.
Sailing apparel is like a second skin: it must regulate body temperature and protect against the elements.
Look for:
Classic women's short-sleeved polo shirt in cotton pique, lightweight and breathable. The Deck WS Polo Short Sleeves is ideal for Teams, and Clubs.
Classic men's short-sleeved polo shirt in cotton pique, lightweight and breathable. The Deck Polo Short Sleeves is ideal for your Team or Club.
The Act QD Men's Polo is characterised by an extremely light three-dimensional fabric, which allows high breathability and quick drying.
Experienced sailors know that the weather can change in an instant. A well-designed uniform includes:
Want your crew to stand out? With SLAM PRO, you can customize your sailing apparel to create a unique team identity.
Learn how to personalize your crew’s uniform on the
Choosing the right crew uniform isn’t just about style. It’s a decision that impacts performance, safety, and comfort onboard.
Factors like materials, fit, protection from the external factors, and customization should all be carefully considered before purchasing.
Racing uniforms are designed for performance: lightweight, stretch, and breathable fabrics for maximum freedom of movement.
Cruising uniforms focus on comfort and elegance, perfect for long journeys and life onboard.
The best fabrics for sailing should offer:
With SLAM PRO, you can personalize your uniform with:
Explore sailing gear perfect for your crew

The Altura WS Vest is the waistcoat your duffle bag can never be without: it keeps your torso and back warm while leaving your arms free. Technical nylon on the chest, soft fleece for the rest, with open pockets. Perfect for winding down after a race, on the docks or on a scooter, when you need to protect the areas of the body most exposed to the elements.
An ideal mid-layer, combining the lightness of a technical fleece with the warmth of Primaloft Thermoplume, the Altura WS Puffer Hybrid Jacket is designed for winter comfort, can be worn under a oilskin when out at sea, or used as an outer layer anywhere else.
Lightweight and technical, the OD WS Hooded Midlayer Jkt is the ideal choice to always have with you. A technical four-season mid-layer, combining warmth, freedom and durability. Made with elastic nylon and water-repellent, the jacket is padded with lightweight, yet high-performance Primaloft. Perfect under a raincoat or on its own when the air cools down. Compact and compressible, the jacket is easy to store and always ready to be of use.
The long-sleeved version of the Altura Vest offers warm fleece on the back, abdomen and arms, and technical nylon on the chest to protect against the wind. Cutting-edge design becomes modern heritage with this vest, inspired by iconic SLAM garments. Full zip, open side pockets, zipped chest pocket. The perfect choice for active or relaxing days at the docks.
Introducing the Winter version of the Foil WS Hoodie that was so popular last spring-summer season: a technical sweatshirt that doesn't look like a sweatshirt. Shuttle fabric, interior channels to distribute heat, weatherproof zips (YKK) and a scuba hood. All to provide wind protection and maximum breathability. The comfort of a sweatshirt meets the durability of a jacket.
A four-season mid-layer designed for every outing. A full zip, two side pockets and an inner grid fleece structure make for a warm, breathable and perfect option both on its own and under a waistcoat or jacket. On deck, on land, on the road: be ready for anything.
Padded, technical, and surprisingly light, the Altura WS Puffer is designed to tackle rough conditions: downproof ripstop fabric, Primaloft Thermoplume padding and a comfortable fit make this option a perfect mid-layer under an oilskin or outer layer in quieter moments at sea or in the city.
The Altura WS Ins Jacket is the winter upgrade to our most versatile shell. Same dry design, same detachable hood, now with Primaloft padding to keep you warm and protected from the wet, even in the worst weather conditions. A light, compact and durable companion, keep this jacket with you at all times, whether on deck or on the road.

The Altura Vest is the waistcoat your duffle bag can never be without: it keeps your torso and back warm while leaving your arms free. Technical nylon on the chest, soft fleece for the rest, with open pockets. Perfect for winding down after a race, on the docks or on a scooter, when you need to protect the areas of the body most exposed to the elements.

The One Design Hybrid Vest is a waistcoat designed to fit neatly under a shell or over a first layer. Padded with primaloft, lightweight, mini ripstop stretch fabric and a close fit, it protects the torso and back while allowing all the freedom of movement you need. A perfect option even on its own after racing.
An ideal mid-layer, combining the lightness of a technical fleece with the warmth of Primaloft Thermoplume, the Altura Puffer Hybrid Jacket is designed for winter comfort, can be worn under a oilskin when out at sea, or used as an outer layer anywhere else.
Lightweight and technical, the OD Hooded Midlayer Jkt is the ideal choice to always have with you. A technical four-season mid-layer, combining warmth, freedom and durability. Made with elastic nylon and water-repellent, the jacket is padded with lightweight, yet high-performance Primaloft. Perfect under a raincoat or on its own when the air cools down. Compact and compressible, the jacket is easy to store and always ready to be of use.
The OD Drirelease Polo LS is a technical polo shirt with unexpected qualities. As soft as cotton, this garment works just like a racing jersey: breathable, lightweight, and quick-to-dry. When it's really hot and you're in the sun for hours, this Polo is the perfect choice to have on your skin. Comfortable, dry, cool.

The long-sleeved version of the Altura Vest offers warm fleece on the back, abdomen and arms, and technical nylon on the chest to protect against the wind. Cutting-edge design becomes modern heritage with this vest, inspired by iconic SLAM garments. Full zip, open side pockets, zipped chest pocket. The perfect choice for active or relaxing days at the docks.
So much more than a technical sweatshirt, the Foil Fleece Hoodie uses a "shuttle" fabric for greater wind and wear resistance, an inner fabric with channels to facilitate heat distribution, weatherproof zips (YKK) and a scuba hood. All to ensure your body can both breathe and stay protected from the wind. A sweatshirt's comfort meets a jacket's durability.
A four-season mid-layer designed for every outing. A full zip, two side pockets and an inner grid fleece structure make for a warm, breathable and perfect option both on its own and under a waistcoat or jacket. On deck, on land, on the road: be ready for anything.
Padded, technical, and surprisingly light, the Altura Puffer is designed to tackle rough conditions: downproof ripstop fabric, Primaloft Thermoplume padding and a comfortable fit make this option a perfect mid-layer under an oilskin or outer layer in quieter moments at sea or in the city.
The Altura Ins Jacket is the winter upgrade to our most versatile shell. Same dry design, same detachable hood, now with Primaloft padding to keep you warm and protected from the wet, even in the worst weather conditions. A light, compact and durable companion, keep this jacket with you at all times, whether on deck or on the road.