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LOFT NEWS
UK Sailmakers Ireland Expands Regional Network Across the UK and Ireland
UK Sailmakers Ireland is delighted to announce a major expansion of our market area and local network. Moving forward, our operations will officially extend to cover Scotland, Wales, and…
LOFT NEWS
Falmouth's Finest: Meet UK Sailmakers GBR South West
The Oldest Loft in Our Network Has Just Joined It UK Sailmakers is proud to welcome Penrose Sailmakers of Falmouth, Cornwall to our global network of lofts as UK Sailmakers GBR South West .…
RESULTS
Obsession Does It Again: Back-to-Back ORWA Siska Champions
Paul and Ceris Arns, along with the crew of Obsession, were crowned ORWA Siska Champions for the second year running at the 2025/26 season presentation, capping off another dominant…
RESULTS
The Baltic's Biggest Doublehanded Stage
Now in its seventh year, the Baltic 500 doublehanded race has grown into the premier offshore doublehanded race in Northern Europe, and the 2026 edition did nothing to weaken that…
TECHNIQUE
Do You Really Need a Storm Jib For Cruising?
When the Forecast Gets Dicey You’re reading the forecast for a delivery up the coast. The window looks fine. Then there’s a low pressure system that might come through 36 hours in. You…
RESULTS
More Hardware for the Diabolic Sailing Team
Diabolic Does It Again: 3rd Overall in the Bahía de Pollença Glenn De Brouwer and Michel Lefebvre of UK Sailmakers Belgium have done it again. The Diabolic Sailing Team recently crossed the…
RESULTS
UK Sailmakers Customers Win 79th Annual Block Island Race
Christopher Dragon XII, Blitzen, and Thin Man Take Overall Honors STAMFORD, CONN . — The Storm Trysail Club’s 79th Annual Block Island Race delivered a classic offshore challenge this…
FEATURES
Ted Turner—Even More Stories...
By Adam Loory | Cracked Off and Reaching to Retirement Ted Turner was a strong leader and made a big splash on humanity and the sailing community. The title of his story written by…
RESULTS
Artful DodJer Dominates Kinsale's April Series
Congratulations to Finbarr O'Regan and the crew of Artful DodJer on a superb performance at the Axiom Private Clients April Series at Kinsale Yacht Club, winning all five races in Fleet 1…
TECHNIQUE
Tips on Purchasing Used Sails
Purchasing a brand new sail should be a rewarding experience, like applying a fresh coat of varnish on your teak or rerigging with new sheets and halyards. For those on a budget (i.e. “most…
RESULTS
OCSS Claims the 2026 Carmela Cup
The Oxford & Cambridge Sailing Society took top honours at the 2026 RYA Two-Boat Keelboat Team Racing Championship for the Carmela Cup , held on 11–12 April at Queen Mary Reservoir in West…
TECHNIQUE
Lead Better, Sail Faster
Recently, I was asked what makes a great sailing leader. How do you effectively manage a boat and campaign as an owner or skipper in a way that leads to both success and enjoyment on the…
FEATURES
History of the Beaufort Scale
YYou hear it referred to all the time. Author John Rousmaniere even used it in the title of his book on the 1979 Fastnet Race, Fastnet, Force 10 . It’s the Beaufort Scale —technically the…
PRODUCTS
Look Like a Team. Sail Like One Too.
When your crew hits the dock, the yacht club, or the podium, the right gear tells the story before anyone says a word. UK Sailmakers offers custom team gear through our online store, and…
TECHNIQUE
The Measurer's Cheat Sheet
Whether you're preparing for your first offshore race or renewing your rating certificate, understanding how your sails are measured is essential. That's why we've put together a handy…
PODCAST
Lessons Learned Sailing the Mini 6.5
In Episode 26 of UK Sailmakers’ Lessons Learned podcast, host Buttons Padin speaks with Belgian offshore sailor Quentin Debois about his Mini 6.5 campaign, his sailing background, and his…
RESULTS
History Made at the 2026 Rolex China Sea Race
The results are in from one of the fastest editions of the Rolex China Sea Race ever sailed. This Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) Category 1 offshore classic, organized by the Royal Hong…
RESULTS
Ames & Buhler Take 2026 Flying Scot Midwinter Title
David Ames and PJ Buhler lead the way at the 2026 Flying Scot Midwinters. Photo © Jennifer Joy Walker Photography. Sarasota (FL) Sailing Squadron hosted the Flying Scot class’s 2026…
PODCAST
Lessons Learned Sailing the Hard Way
Join host Buttons Padin on the 25th episode of the Lessons Learned Podcast by UK Sailmakers, where he sits down with solo circumnavigator Istvan Kopar, a sailor whose life story reads like…
RESULTS
One Hull, Two Podiums: L30 #30 Dominates St. Petersburg
Photo © L30 International Class Association | Anastasia Kolesnichenko. Earlier this month, the L30 class delivered an outstanding showcase of one design racing at the L30 Double Handed…
RESULTS
2026 Geographe Bay Race Week
Alison Stock’s Northshore 38, Selkie, claimed overall honours in the Short Handed Division at the 2026 Geographe Bay Race Week. Photo © TP72 Nautical Imagery | Tim Putt. Sailors were…
TECHNIQUE
Don't Let Mildew Set Sail
What's lurking inside your furled sails? If you've ever pulled out your headsail for the first spring sail only to find it mottled with unsightly grey or black patches, you already know the…
TECHNIQUE
The Protest Playbook: From Hail to Hearing
You've witnessed a rule breach on the water. Maybe a boat struck a mark, or forced you to take avoiding action. Now what? Understanding the protest process is essential for every racing…
RESULTS
Old Boat, New Glory
The J/125 Jackknife (GBR) has delivered one of the standout performances of the 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race, securing third overall under IRC and victory in IRC Two—powered by a partial UK…
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