Comments for UK Sailmakers

Comment on LESSONS LEARNED ON SAFETY AT SEA by Tom Boyce

Tom Boyce — Wed, 04 Sep 2024 08:32:24 +0000

I enjoyed your presentation with Dick York on man overboard. Having been washed overboard 300 miles north east of Bermuda on a tack to the Azores in a strong gale by a rogue, or breaking cumulative wave, that broke over the boom of a 75′ Little Harbor I have a valuable article from the 90’s I would like to get to him. It was written by my wife and Co-captain and published in Ocean Navigator. It presents important information about recovery in huge seas and necessary equipment and preparation not covered in his excellent information.

By the way I’m 6000 miles into a solo circumnavigation of the North Atlantic out of Miami on my 42′ CaboRico Pilothouse, via Bermuda, Newfoundland, Iceland, etc.

Respectfully Tom Boyce & Willow
email:
deepstreammarine@gmail.com

Comment on PROUDLY INDEPENDENT IN A CHANGING INDUSTRY by Heather

Heather — Thu, 29 Aug 2024 18:42:13 +0000

Hello Butch,

Thank you for your kind words and for recognizing the unique strengths of our local sailmakers. Your experience and insights are invaluable, and it’s encouraging to hear that this piece resonated with you. The creativity and independence of our sailmakers are definitely a big part of what make UK Sailmakers stand out. I’m excited about the possibility of connecting with others who share our values and commitment to quality.

Best regards,
Heather

Comment on PROUDLY INDEPENDENT IN A CHANGING INDUSTRY by Charles "Butch" Ulmer

Charles "Butch" Ulmer — Thu, 29 Aug 2024 11:34:42 +0000

Dear Heather,
This is a well written expression of the difference between our group and those sailmakers now under the NTG umbrella. Good sails always have some design and material differences that cater to local conditions and who better to define those differences than a local sailmaker with “skin in the game”. Over my many years in the business, I’ve learned that individual sailmakers are an independent and creative breed and I would not be surprised if you hear from a few of them who like what they hear about the UK Sailmakers Philosophy.
Sincerely,
Butch Ulmer

Comment on BUTCH ULMER JOINS NATIONAL SAILING HALL OF FAME by George Spiecker

George Spiecker — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 17:51:42 +0000

Great to read this. As a young man in 1958 , my Dad , after my winning the Moth jr Nationals in Cape May NJ. (Using Ulmer sails . ). He took me to City Island to meet Mr. Ulmer, We were on our way home to Miami Florida.
Your Dad gave me a new sail and used my name for advertising in Yachting Magazine. The Ulmer sail won the International jr championship and the Fla senior championship. What a nice memory to see the Ulmer family doing well!
Thank you,
George Spiecker
I skill race PHRF today in my Alerion Express 28, at age 80. Piscataqua Sailing Association. Portsmouth, NH.

Comment on FSI OPTIMIZATION FOR HOME GAME ADVANTAGE by tm mail

tm mail — Sun, 19 May 2024 23:17:57 +0000

Thank you for creating such valuable content. Your hard work and dedication are appreciated by so many.

Comment on ONE-DESIGN SAIL DEVELOPMENT BY UK SAILMAKERS by Tom Spees

Tom Spees — Thu, 29 Feb 2024 03:42:32 +0000

Well written and kudos to Pat and Mike for there efforts in advancing sail designs that significantly improve performance and outcomes!.

Comment on ONE-DESIGN SAIL DEVELOPMENT BY UK SAILMAKERS by Gregg Whipple

Gregg Whipple — Thu, 29 Feb 2024 01:13:38 +0000

UK is doing everything right!

Comment on ONE-DESIGN SAIL DEVELOPMENT BY UK SAILMAKERS by Dierk

Dierk — Fri, 23 Feb 2024 16:52:33 +0000

Impressive design stuff.

Comment on ANTIGUA SAILING WEEK CHAMP POWERED BY UK SAILMAKERS by Jean Ackerman

Jean Ackerman — Sat, 10 Feb 2024 16:04:14 +0000

I sailed with Hugh Bailey on his Sagittarius from Grenada to Martinique years ago with another couple- an experience never forgotten!

Comment on DUCK OR TACK? NAVIGATING CROSSING SITUATIONS by Lars B

Lars B — Tue, 30 Jan 2024 21:11:49 +0000

In reply to John M. John, that is not nice to yell and definitely against the basic rule of fair sailing.

Comment on LESSONS LEARNED SHORTHANDED SAILING by Anders Nordström

Anders Nordström — Tue, 30 Jan 2024 15:45:21 +0000

Steffan Voss talks about sailing with a X-31. Should a boat doesn’t exist. Must be a mistake by him.

Comment on DUCK OR TACK? NAVIGATING CROSSING SITUATIONS by John drawe

John drawe — Sat, 20 Jan 2024 14:23:05 +0000

When u r on port tack the skipper has a poor view of a potential sbrd crosser.Train a Reliable crew with a good view to help make the call. If I am even 20 boat lengths or more away I can tell if I can cross or not by picking a fixed point on my boat lined up on the starboard boat. If the starboard boat stays lined up on the fixed point then u must duck. Shifts etc must also b considered.
My $.02

Comment on DUCK OR TACK? NAVIGATING CROSSING SITUATIONS by John M

John M — Fri, 19 Jan 2024 21:01:14 +0000

I am pretty good judging whether I can cross or not. If it’s close, I duck. From about 5 boat lengths I just aim for his stern.
Sometimes on the approach I yell Port Tack. This sometimes confuses the other boat and they tack.
While keeping speed up I am able to drive over them to windward and give them them the exhaust off my sails.
This does not work all the time but you would be surprised how often it does.

Comment on A FLY ON THE WALL AT THE 2023 UK MANAGERS MEETING by Oliver McCann

Oliver McCann — Fri, 17 Nov 2023 18:11:48 +0000

Thank you, Buttons, for this thoughtful, heartfelt article! And for your essential support during our memorable visit.

Comment on MASTERING APPARENT WIND by Kerri

Kerri — Tue, 05 Sep 2023 16:22:40 +0000

For the math geeks, state that apparent wind is a parallogram…with simpler diagrams, it shows how apparent wind shifts forwards and backwards with boat speed changes..