On the Top!
There is a bewildering array of neo tops, spray tops, and thermal tops to choose from. Our favourite wetsuit tops include the Pryde Elite Race Skin, made from the same super stretch fabric as the longjohn it is uber comfortable; Gul, Gill and Zhik produce great titanium lined neoprene tops which double as a spray top and thermal layer but avoid the associated bagginess.
Thermal spray tops are a great choice for days when the sun doesn’t shine. We love the latest offering from Musto, The Aqua Top is made from a four way stretch fabric that sheds water and a fleecy inner for added warmth.
Spray tops might be deemed old school but your kit is not complete without them. Just in is Gul’s latest offering, the restyled Ballistic top which is breathable, waterproof and good looking. On Summer days we often pop these into a stow bag, but by the end of a day on the water we will be glad of their windproof warmth.

LAYER IT UP!
In the old days we were taught that less under your wetsuit was more. With the development of water shedding and hydro phobic materials this is no longer the case. Decent fast drying thermal layers will add warmth and comfort. Hydrophobic layers from Gill and Zhik are ideal and the Gul Evotherm Longjohn is an old favourite that can be worn under a wetsuit for added comfort. Top tip: These thermals dry fast so are nice and warm for day two of a regatta.