1975

Nick Gill started on his entrepreneurial journey with modest beginnings and grand aspirations. He launched the business within a corner of his father’s lace factory. At that time, technical clothing options were scarce, especially for dinghy sailors like Nick. Determined to enhance the available offerings, Nick pioneered the sourcing of new fabrics and the creation of innovative features. Through relentless innovation, Gill swiftly emerged as a formidable contender, challenging the dominance of larger brands in the market.

1980

The business flourished, propelled by a commitment to prioritising the needs of sailors. Its value proposition centered around apparel that prioritised comfort without compromising on performance, ensuring reliability when it counted most. This ethos quickly gained traction, attracting some of the industry’s foremost professionals. Notably, our expertise was recognised when we developed the kit for Lionheart, heralding Britain’s return to the Americas Cup after a 15-year hiatus.

1982

Innovation continued to drive our progress, and by 1982, we introduced an integral brace system into our one-piece dinghy suits. This groundbreaking feature not only reduced pressure on the shoulders but also enhanced manoeuvrability during tacking, offering dinghy sailors unparalleled comfort and agility.

1989

Gill remained dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technical excellence and innovation – a testament to this commitment came in 1989 when Gill introduced the world’s first 2-piece Dinghy Suit. This groundbreaking creation quickly set a new industry standard and rapidly gained popularity, ultimately becoming a bestseller synonymous with the Gill brand.

1994

Innovation continued to drive our progress, and by 1982, we introduced an integral brace system into our one-piece dinghy suits. This groundbreaking feature not only reduced pressure on the shoulders but also enhanced manoeuvrability during tacking, offering dinghy sailors unparalleled comfort and agility.

1995

Gill remained dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technical excellence and innovation – a testament to this commitment came in 1989 when Gill introduced the world’s first 2-piece Dinghy Suit. This groundbreaking creation quickly set a new industry standard and rapidly gained popularity, ultimately becoming a bestseller synonymous with the Gill brand.

2001

Innovation continued to drive our progress, and by 1982, we introduced an integral brace system into our one-piece dinghy suits. This groundbreaking feature not only reduced pressure on the shoulders but also enhanced manoeuvrability during tacking, offering dinghy sailors unparalleled comfort and agility.

2005

Gill remained dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technical excellence and innovation – a testament to this commitment came in 1989 when Gill introduced the world’s first 2-piece Dinghy Suit. This groundbreaking creation quickly set a new industry standard and rapidly gained popularity, ultimately becoming a bestseller synonymous with the Gill brand.

2006

In 2006, we proudly introduced our patented Pro Glove. Through rigorous testing, it emerged as three times more durable than any other glove available. Spanning three years our comprehensive glove development program produced the most extensive range of gloves in the sailing market, among these designs was a unique pre-clawed variant specifically engineered to optimise grip on ropes, ensuring that sailors could confidently navigate the seas with ease and assurance.

2008

Gill remained dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technical excellence and innovation – a testament to this commitment came in 1989 when Gill introduced the world’s first 2-piece Dinghy Suit. This groundbreaking creation quickly set a new industry standard and rapidly gained popularity, ultimately becoming a bestseller synonymous with the Gill brand.

2012

In 2006, we proudly introduced our patented Pro Glove. Through rigorous testing, it emerged as three times more durable than any other glove available. Spanning three years our comprehensive glove development program produced the most extensive range of gloves in the sailing market, among these designs was a unique pre-clawed variant specifically engineered to optimise grip on ropes, ensuring that sailors could confidently navigate the seas with ease and assurance.

2014

Gill remained dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technical excellence and innovation – a testament to this commitment came in 1989 when Gill introduced the world’s first 2-piece Dinghy Suit. This groundbreaking creation quickly set a new industry standard and rapidly gained popularity, ultimately becoming a bestseller synonymous with the Gill brand.

2015

In 2006, we proudly introduced our patented Pro Glove. Through rigorous testing, it emerged as three times more durable than any other glove available. Spanning three years our comprehensive glove development program produced the most extensive range of gloves in the sailing market, among these designs was a unique pre-clawed variant specifically engineered to optimise grip on ropes, ensuring that sailors could confidently navigate the seas with ease and assurance.

2019

Gill remained dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technical excellence and innovation – a testament to this commitment came in 1989 when Gill introduced the world’s first 2-piece Dinghy Suit. This groundbreaking creation quickly set a new industry standard and rapidly gained popularity, ultimately becoming a bestseller synonymous with the Gill brand.

2020

In 2006, we proudly introduced our patented Pro Glove. Through rigorous testing, it emerged as three times more durable than any other glove available. Spanning three years our comprehensive glove development program produced the most extensive range of gloves in the sailing market, among these designs was a unique pre-clawed variant specifically engineered to optimise grip on ropes, ensuring that sailors could confidently navigate the seas with ease and assurance.

2022

Gill remained dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technical excellence and innovation – a testament to this commitment came in 1989 when Gill introduced the world’s first 2-piece Dinghy Suit. This groundbreaking creation quickly set a new industry standard and rapidly gained popularity, ultimately becoming a bestseller synonymous with the Gill brand.

2023

In 2006, we proudly introduced our patented Pro Glove. Through rigorous testing, it emerged as three times more durable than any other glove available. Spanning three years our comprehensive glove development program produced the most extensive range of gloves in the sailing market, among these designs was a unique pre-clawed variant specifically engineered to optimise grip on ropes, ensuring that sailors could confidently navigate the seas with ease and assurance.

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