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UPDATED IRC CALCULATOR AVAILABLE NOW
UK Sailmakers is excited to announce the release of a new and improved IRC Calculator , making it easier than ever to determine time corrections between competitors on the racecourse. This…
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UK SAILMAKERS’ COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY
UK Sailmakers has been committed to supporting sustainable sailing and addressing the ecological aspects of our industry for decades. With passionate and experienced sailors at the helm of…
FEATURES
My Sailing Trip Begins
On November 6 th , I started my round-the-world retirement cruise on SOULMATES with friends Perry Burgess and Andrew Graham when we sailed from New Rochelle, N.Y., to Florida. The non-stop…
RESULTS
CHAR CHAN AND MATA HARI VIE FOR TOP SPOT AT 2025 RLIR
The 21st edition of the Royal Langkawi International Regatta (RLIR), held from January 20-25, 2025, brought together some of the most competitive sailing teams in the region. With ten races…
FEATURES
My Sailing Background
One of my first sailing memories came from when I was five-years-old. Our family was on a vacation in Hanko, Norway, and the hotel had a sailing instructor with a 20-foot sailboat. George,…
LOFT NEWS
NEW LOFT IN FRANCE FOR UK SAILMAKERS
Written by Élodie Racon of UK Sailmakers France. Cliquez ici pour lire l'article en français For over 10 years, PSL Gréement has been established at the Navy Service port, specializing in…
LOFT NEWS
NOUVEAU VOILERIE EN FRANCE POUR UK SAILMAKERS
Écrit par Élodie Racon de UK Sailmakers France. Click here for the English version. Depuis plus de 10 ans, PSL Gréement, est implanté sur le port Navy Service, la société est spécialisée…
LOFT NEWS
VISIT UK SAILMAKERS AT THE 2025 TORONTO BOAT SHOW
The Toronto International Boat Show is back for 2025 at the Enercare Centre, Exhibition Place! Running from Saturday, January 18 through Sunday, January 26, this exciting event brings…
RESULTS
JPK 45 SIRENE SHINES IN SYDNEY HOBART DEBUT
In a stunning debut, Bill Henson’s JPK 45 SIRENE claimed victory as the IRC Corinthian Division Champion and secured 2nd place in IRC Division 2 in the 2024 Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht…
RESULTS
FENICE WINS VOLVO HONG KONG TO HAINAN RACE
The Volvo Hong Kong to Hainan Race made a spectacular return in 2025 after a seven-year hiatus, delivering an unforgettable offshore experience for the fleet of four competing yachts. The…
TECHNIQUE
HOW TO BUY A SAIL - 10 QUESTIONS TO ANSWER
Buying a new sail should be an exciting and straightforward experience—not an overwhelming or confusing one. With so many options available, it can be tough to know where to start. Whether…
FEATURES
WHAAT’S UP? J/100 INSPIRES NEXT-GEN CHICAGO SAILORS
For Paul and Susan Herer, the J/100 WHAAT’S UP was more than just a sailboat—it was a vessel for countless unforgettable memories, from racing fully-crewed or double-handed to cruising and…
RESULTS
DIABOLIC CROWNED 2024 OFFSHORE CIRCUIT CHAMPION
The 2024 Offshore Regatta Circuit has come to an exhilarating close with DIABOLIC, Glenn De Brouwer's Sun Fast 35, securing the overall victory. The Diabolic Sailing Team , predominantly…
PODCAST
LESSONS LEARNED WITH RODNEY PIMENTEL
Join us for the seventeenth episode of Lessons Learned, UK Sailmakers' podcast series hosted by Brendan Huffman, featuring special guest Rodney Pimentel. In this episode, Rod discusses his…
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SEASON’S GREETINGS FROM UK SAILMAKERS
As the year draws to a close, we at UK Sailmakers want to thank you for being an integral part of our global sailing community. Your passion and support inspire us every day. We are deeply…
PRODUCTS
HOLIDAY SAVINGS ON EWINCHERS
The holidays are just around the corner, and there’s no better time to gear up for smoother, easier sailing. Whether you’re shopping for a sailor in your life or upgrading your own…
RESULTS
OBSESSION WINS BLUE WATER SERIES OPENER
On November 16–17, the MAT 1245 OBSESSION, a sleek Mark Mills-designed yacht, dominated the West Coaster Race, hosted by the Fremantle Sailing Club in Western Australia. The iconic offshore…
TECHNIQUE
SEASON-READY SAILS
As the sailing season winds down in many parts of the world, now is the time to prepare your boat and sails for the off-season. While racing heats up in the southern hemisphere, autumn and…
COMPANY
SETTING THE COURSE FOR 2025
The 2024 UK Sailmakers Managers Meeting has wrapped up in Marmaris, Türkiye, under the leadership of UK Sailmakers International President John Bennett. Loft managers, owners, and…
RESULTS
KATIMA FINISHES 1-1-1 AT ROLEX SWAN CUP 2024
When Jan Opländer purchased his Swan 54, it was originally for cruising the Mediterranean. The yacht’s spacious interior, complete with modern comforts like a washing machine, combined with…
RESULTS
UK SAILMAKERS ON TOP AT 2024 CHINA COAST REGATTA
The Volvo China Coast Regatta 2024, hosted by the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club from October 11–13, delivered three days of exhilarating racing in classic Hong Kong autumn conditions. The…
PODCAST
LESSONS LEARNED ON SHANNON ONE DESIGN
Join us for the sixteenth episode of Lessons Learned, UK Sailmakers' podcast series hosted by Buttons Padin, featuring special guest David Dickson. In this episode, David discusses the…
RESULTS
BITTER ENDER, SWEET VICTORY FOR WEISS AND FITZPATRICK
Two of three podium positions for this double hander were powered by UK Sailmakers. The Bitter Ender Race, co-hosted by Larchmont Yacht Club and the Storm Trysail on Saturday, October 19,…
LOFT NEWS
FASHIONING SUSTAINABILITY AT UK SAILMAKERS
Spotlight on Kemily Kneeland In a world where innovation and sustainability go hand-in-hand and creativity and artistry can blend in sailmaking UK Sailmakers Door County (John McMahon’s…
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