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Strong Winds, Strong Result for Mukhin at L30 Europeans
The 2025 L30 European Championship was staged during the 144th Kieler Woche (Kiel Week), one of the world’s largest and most storied sailing festivals, running from June 21–29, 2025. The regatta brought together top L30 sailors for four days of…
I’d Give Myself a B+ on This Test
Yesterday I got tested by the wind gods and while I got a passing grade, I bet there will be future pop quizzes. I’m a month into my cruise to Canada, but yesterday was my first time sailing solo. I’m…
Join the Crew: Career Openings at UK Sailmakers
Sailing isn’t just a passion—it’s a profession. At UK Sailmakers, we’re proud to be one of the most respected and established names in sailmaking worldwide. Whether you’re a seasoned sailmaker, a skilled canvas worker, or a savvy salesperson with a…
Youth T-Shirt Contest Winners Announced
UK Sailmakers is proud to announce the winners of our 2025 Youth T-Shirt Design Contest. This global competition invited young artists aged 5 to 18 to submit original artwork inspired by sailing and the sea. From hand-drawn sketches to full-color…
In Praise of My Lazy Cradle
Besides the auto pilot, the one piece of equipment that makes shorthanded sailing easier and more enjoyable is my Lazy Cradle. Controlling a mainsail when you lower it can be a challenge even with a full crew, but when shorthanded,…
Team Racing at Its Best: The 2025 Cumberland Cup
UK Sailmakers South Africa Sonar one-design sails at the 2025 Cumberland Cup © Simon Winkley. Custom Sonar sails by UK Sailmakers South Africa power top international teams The 2025 Cumberland Cup, hosted by the Royal Thames Yacht Club from May…
Light Air Cruising Sails
By Adam Loory | Cracked Off and Reaching to Retirement After sailing halfway around the world, I think that many people spend too much time preparing for heavy winds and not enough time for preparing for light air sailing, which is…
Youth T-Shirt Design Contest Closes July 20
Time is running out! Our Youth T-Shirt Design Contest closes July 20th, and we don’t want young creatives to miss their chance to make waves. If you’re between the ages of 5 and 18 and love sailing, art, or the…
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…
Podium Power in the 1720 Fleet
The 2025 1720 European Championships wrapped up on Galway Bay earlier this month in an action-packed series that saw shifting conditions, dismastings, and fierce competition across the 16-boat fleet. Despite the challenges, Baltimore Sailing Club’s SPICED BEEF, skippered by Fionn…