by stu9487 | Oct 1, 2024 | Meet the Sailmakers
Name: Laurie Saunders Position: Head of Spinnakers & Graphics How did you get into sailmaking: I always liked the combination of ancient technology and modern materials; for example windpower being harnessed by carbon and Kevlar. Hobbies: In my head – surfing,...
by stu9487 | Sep 27, 2024 | Meet the Sailmakers
Position: Senior Sailmaker & Chief One Design Machinist How did you get into sailmaking: A good friend was working at a local sail loft and I wanted a career change when I saw that they were advertising. So I went in for an interview and have loved working in the...
by stu9487 | Sep 27, 2024 | Meet the Sailmakers
Position: Senior Sailmaker How did you get into sailmaking: I sort of fell into it. I was 20 in 1988 when I started at Hood Sails, staying there until 1991 before moving to North Sails for a year and then had an opportunity to work closer to home and joined Lymington...
by stu9487 | Sep 27, 2024 | Meet the Sailors
We are delighted to be able to chat with Julius & Sanna and hear about their J109 racing Adventures. Coming 2nd in the Double Handed Class in the RORC Baltic Sea Race 2024 was just one of their many highlights. Read below how this inspiring duo are hitting...
by stu9487 | Sep 18, 2024 | Meet the Covermakers
Position: Senior Cover Maker How did you get into your role: Had spent many years working as a sailmaker for numerous companies and wanted a new challenge and switched to cover making. Hobbies: Music and Gardening. Years at Sanders: 32 Years
