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.

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Cruising Sails

UK Sailmakers makes cruising sails for all boats, destinations and budgets.

Racing Sails

UK Sailmakers builds fast racing sails that last for all boats and race courses.

Shop UK Apparel

Sail-tested style and dockside comfort. Shop gear you can wear with confidence from UK Sailmakers.

ISL Sails

Unlock peak upwind performance with UK Sailmakers’ Integrated Structural Luff sail technology.

One Design

UK Sailmakers makes race-winning sails for many One-Design classes used around the world.

Options and Accessories

UK Sailmakers provides all the Accessories and Options you need for
Cruising and Racing!

Multihull Sails

UK Sailmakers makes sails for Catamarans and Trimarans of all sizes.

Latest UK Sailmakers News

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Crew Chemistry — Transitioning To Your Dream Sailing Team

Paul Exner’s Pro Sailing Tips You’ve probably tried to imagine what it’s like to sail with people more experienced than you, on perfectly equipped boats, all handled by highly organized teams. As your experience matures with sailing, I’m sure you’ll…

Cresting a massive swell on day six of the Marriott Mirror Worlds, Jerome Vermaak and John-Alan Harding are pictured heading to the finish. Photo © Chris Clark.

2025 Mirror Worlds in Durban: Family Finish in the Top Five

Over six days in April 2025, 33 teams from South Africa, the UK, and Australia gathered at Durban’s Point Yacht Club for the Marriott Mirror World Championships. Among the standout performers were South African father-daughter duo Paul and Polly Changuion,…

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UK Sailmakers Gear is Now Available Online

Shop Now! You Asked—We Delivered. The UK Sailmakers Online Store is now live! We’re excited to launch a fresh way for sailors to show their UK Sailmakers pride, with a collection of branded apparel and accessories made for life on…

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Hail and Farewell

On a ship in the Navy, Hail and Farewell parties blend the arrival of a new member of the wardroom with a send-off for a departing shipmate. In the Racing Rules of Sailng 2025-2028, an improper “hail” could result in…

Grand Surprise 31, O'BOEL’EAU with X-Drive Carbon sails from UK Sailmakers Netherlands. Photo © BATUR/BE. 

The Value of Rail Meat

A few years ago, I was invited to race on a fairly new, hot racing boat here in SoCal for a popular race. The invitation was exciting–this was a fast boat with a mostly younger crew of rising stars. That…

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When The Wind Shifts…

When the wind shifts, we must change course. My original plan was to set out on my retirement cruise to the South Pacific with my wife Jenni. I spent years getting the boat ready and we even moved out of…

Careers

Sewer and Floor Work

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…

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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

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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…

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