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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 Race. The performance also earned SIRENE an…

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 together boaters and sailing enthusiasts from across the region. UK Sailmakers Ontario…

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 you’re looking for one-design dinghy sails, performance sails for…

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 recent division win at the 2024 Pacific Cup onboard his Cal 40,…

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 racing double-handed with a suit of UK Sailmakers sails—including high-performance Titanium upwind…

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 adventure. Yet, as much as they cherished the sleek racer-cruiser,…

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 grateful to you—our customers—for…

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 equipment, Ewincher has the perfect holiday deal to…

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 representatives from across Europe, South Africa, Australia, Asia, and North America gathered on the…

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 winter are prime seasons for…

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 race, the first event in the Ocean Racing WA Blue Water…

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, was aptly named for most years. Mid-October conditions on…

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 31-boat fleet battled strong monsoon breezes across six divisions, and…

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 a sleek deck and hydraulic stern platform, made it the perfect vessel…