Sport FAQs

Combine our VDRY weather with our VCOLD or FlexForce wetsuit collection for maximum warmth while training in Winter. Our smocks are great for wearing underneath a lifejacket and have waterproof taped seams all round to prevent water flushing up sleeves. They also contain vents, so they are warm yet breathable to prevent an annoying sweaty gusset. 

Many of our athletes continue to train in cold conditions wearing Vaikobi gear. Please view our Thermal Clothing collections, which are designed for temperature control in cool to cold conditions. Water shoes, sailing boots or neoprene socks also help in cold conditions.

Beyond the surfboard, it’s critical to have the right clothing for the season and climate to stay comfortable and perform at your best:

1. Cold Water Surfing - Wetsuit Essentials
2. Warm Water Surfing - UV Protection and Rash Vests

Read more here: What to wear surfing all year round?

Thermal wear that’s specifically designed for dinghy sailing and yacht racing offers numerous advantages that can enhance your sailing experience and performance. By wearing thermal base layer tops and/or pants, you can stay warm, comfortable, and focused on the race ahead, regardless of the weather conditions.

Read more here: What are The Benefits of Thermal Wear While Sailing?

Vaikobi's range of sailing gear is designed to let you sail in any condition or season. Please read our article on what to wear sailing in winter.

The FlexForce 1.5mm wetsuit range is designed alongside Vaikobi athletes for: sailing, windsports, windsurfing, paddling, kayaking, surf ski, canoe, most watersports in cool to warm conditions, training or racing in less than 16°c or 60°F apparent air temperature.

Vaikobi offer a short finger and full finger glove. Choose the DECK glove for thinner diameter skiff lines and high trimming activity. Choose the PRO glove for high load lines and thicker diameters.

Shop Gloves here

In warm conditions many paddlers and kayakers prefer not to wear water shoes or boots, but when the weather is cold, you can wear neoprene socks or lightweight flexible water shoes. Here is everything you need to know about watershoes.

Different states within Australia have different rules around wearing PFDs while kayaking, as do other countries around the world. Please check with your local waterways authority before kayaking alone. Find out more in our comprehensive article to find out if you need a life jacket for kayaking.

While a life jacket is not mandatory for inshore paddle boarders, the benefits of wearing a life jacket in on a SUP is the ability to stand out (be visible on the water) with a brightly coloured life jacket, and the benefit of being able to take water with you in a hydration bladder that fits into your PFD. Find out what to take for a great day out paddle boarding.

Vaikobi designs tops and pants that are ideal for paddle boarding.

We have two categories to find the best clothing for you in:

1. UV Clothing - for warmer conditions
2. Thermal Clothing - for cooler conditions