by stu9487 | Jan 22, 2026 | How to Resources
Protecting Your Sails the Right Way Modern sails work hard. Each tack, gybe and manoeuvre places load and movement into the sailcloth and where sails encounter rigging, chafe is inevitable. Spreader and chafe patches are a simple, but critical detail that protects...
by stu9487 | Jan 16, 2026 | Meet the Covermakers
Name: Helen Shaw Position: Cover Loft Manager How did you get into your role: I worked at North Sails to help fund my college course in upholstery, where I decided to combine the two disciplines and work in the marine industry – where I later met my husband. After...
by stu9487 | Jan 9, 2026 | Meet the Sailors
Success in handicap racing is never accidental. It is earned through relentless refinement of crew work, sail shape, boat preparation and race execution. Few owners exemplify that commitment better than Ian Braham. Owner of Enigma, his beautifully campaigned MG 346...
by stu9487 | Jan 9, 2026 | 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 | Jan 2, 2026 | Meet the Covermakers
Position: Cover Maker How did you get into your role: I had been in and out of several machinist roles across a variety of industries and when an opportunity to expand my horizons in the marine side of seaming – it was an exciting opportunity at Sanders. Hobbies:...
