Racing Mainsails
With decades of sailmaking expertise, Sanders Sails has become a trusted name across the full spectrum of racing — from local club series to national regattas and international offshore campaigns. Our loft has supplied winning sails to National, European and World Champions in some of the most competitive one-design fleets, as well as delivering proven performance under leading rating systems such as IRC and ORC. Every Sanders racing mainsail is designed and built to match the exact demands of the sailor and their boat. Whether you are chasing titles or fine-tuning for consistent results on the water, our racing range combines precision design, reliability and long-lasting performance, giving you the confidence to push harder, race after race.
Performance Woven
Our Performance Woven mainsails are crafted from high-grade woven polyester fabrics—combining resilience, abrasion resistance, UV protection, and value. Engineered with precision in our loft, they offer exceptional shape‑holding capabilities and toughness over years of demanding use. Ideal for sailors who want a no-fuss sail that delivers consistent performance and long-term durability, these mainsails are tailored to your boat’s dimensions and handling needs through expert design and craftsmanship.
Key benefits: durable, cost-effective, classic polyester strength
Best for: club racing, regattas, predictable performance
Grand Prix Laminates
Our Laminated Mainsails offer a sophisticated solution for sailors seeking an elevated blend of performance and handling. These sails are built by sandwiching a reinforcing scrim or film between outer taffeta layers, providing excellent dimensional stability, warp resistance, and lightness. This hybrid construction gives you reduced stretch and sharper sail shape across wind conditions. Designed for racing yachts as well as performance cruisers, these sails deliver crisp responsiveness, easier handling, and superior longevity – perfect for boats where every tweak matters on the racecourse.
Key benefits: enhanced shape retention, lightweight, responsive
Best for: Performance cruisers, competitive racing
Sanders Filmless Membranes (SFM)
At the forefront of sail innovation, our Sanders Filmless Membrane (SFM) is a ground‑breaking mainsail solution built without conventional Mylar films. Instead, it unites a high-performance taffeta outer skin and advanced internal fibres through superior adhesion technologies. This construction yields a sail with extraordinary durability and shape fidelity, backed by a confident three‑year delamination guarantee. Lightweight yet tough (at just 88 g/m²), SFM resists UV damage and mildew, and is offered in a range of colours – White, Black and Grey to suit aesthetic or performance needs. Developed in close collaboration with Powerplast, SFM delivers unmatched racing performance and ocean‑going reliability.
Key benefits: ultra-light, delamination-resistant, high-tech
Best for: high-performance offshore and inshore racing
HEADSAILS
Optimised for speed and height, our racing headsails offer a perfect blend of drive and balance, giving you the edge in every start and upwind leg.
CODE SAILS
Light, fast, and versatile, our racing code sails unlock top-end speed on reaching legs, keeping you ahead when it matters most.
DOWNWIND
Engineered for stability and efficiency, our racing spinnakers and asymmetric sails let you push hard downwind while maintaining total control.
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