UK Sailmakers
Founded in 1946, UK Sailmakers is one of the world’s most established groups of sailmakers, with nearly 50 lofts and service centers. Our cruising and racing sails are made with the most advanced design technologies and materials, while maintaining our commitment to sustainable practices and environmental responsibility. Owned by local sailors, our lofts retain the personal touch and provide quick, high-quality service along with well-designed, long-lasting sails.
Latest UK Sailmakers News
Big June for UK Sailmakers Northeast
J/122 DIREWOLF at the 2025 Block Island Race Week. Photo © Steve Cloutier / BlockIsland Steve. It’s been a jam-packed start to the summer sailing season for UK Sailmakers Northeast, with back-to-back East Coast regattas delivering strong results for teams…
Lessons Learned on Sailing Photography
Welcome to the twentieth episode of Lessons Learned, the UK Sailmakers podcast series hosted by Buttons Padin. In this episode, Buttons explores the art of sailing photography with world-renowned yachting photographer Sharon Green. Sharon shares how she got her start…
UK Sailmakers Customers Dominate Inaugural Offshore Race
IRC Overall winner, ZESST, during the 2025 Eastern Asia Offshore Race earlier this month. Photo © RHKYC / Ailsa Angus. Photo © RHKYC / Ailsa Angus. ZESST wins IRC Overall, FENICE sets a course record, and RANDOM() claims a podium…
Youth T-Shirt Design Contest
Design a Shirt. Make Waves. Inspire the World. UK Sailmakers is launching a global T-shirt design contest for young artists ages 5 to 18. Whether you’re sketching by hand, painting in watercolors, or designing on a tablet, this is your…
Mastering the Mexican Takedown (Kiwi Drop)
Looking to gain an edge at the leeward mark? The Mexican takedown (or Kiwi Drop, depending on where you’re sailing) is a slick, high-reward maneuver that can help you round cleanly, keep your spinnaker dry, and defend the inside lane.…
Lessons Learned on Hailing Rules
Welcome to the nineteenth episode of UK Sailmakers’ Lessons Learned podcast series, hosted by Buttons Padin. In this episode, Buttons speaks with Butch Ulmer, former president of UK Sailmakers and a member of the Sailing Hall of Fame. Together, they…
Careers
Sewist and Floor Work
UK Sailmakers Miami, located in Coconut Grove area, is looking for a candidate who can sew and work on the floor, while working well with others! This opening is for a person who is interested in helping to build and…
Floor Manager UK Sailmakers Northeast
UK Sailmakers in Portchester, NY, is looking to hire a floor manager to head up a staff of five. Sailmaking and administrative skills are required. Interested? Send resumes to Emmett Dickheiser of UK Sailmakers New York at: emmett@uksailmakers.com
Sales Representative UK Sailmakers Northeast
UK Sailmakers, based in Portchester, NY, is looking for a sales representative to cover the NY-Metro Area. He or she must be able to race on all levels of boats and have selling skills. Interested? Send resumes to Loft General…