Race Winning Performance
Fyfe Sails produces
some of New Zealand fastest sails, in a variety of classes ranging
from the extremely competitive junior "P" Class, through
to offshore racing multihulls and the extreme's of the 12' Skiffs.
We take pride in
our ability to produce winning sails for a wide variety of classes
and types of yacht. This ability comes from a depth of practical
sail making and race winning experience.
Fyfe sails have won National and International competitions in
12' Skiffs, Cherub Worlds, Javelins, 'R' Class, A Class Cat's,
Flying Fifteens, 18' Skiffs, Paper Tigers, International 14's,
'P' Class and 14' Skiffs.
Practical Experience
Ken Fyfe is
a highly experienced sailor with 5 National titles in 12' Skiffs
along with 5 titles in the smaller 'R' Class.
With no sail area,
material or rigging restrictions 12' Skiffs are an ideal development
and testing ground, and remain one of the few true development
classes sailing in the world today.
Fyfe Sails have remained a small, responsive loft specialising
in performance sails. The highly experienced team of Kenny (30
years experience) and Derek (20 years) guarantees great sails,
while retaining a customer relationship that the "chain"
lofts can't match.
Ken started his
apprenticeship with Chris Bouzaids "Sails and Covers"
loft, and later left to work for the smaller Beer & Guiniven
loft where a higher degree of customer contact was available.
Fyfe sails was established
in 1974 and continues to offer a one on one, personal relationship
with clients.
Materials
Not all sailcloth
is created the same, every material, and each combination of
fabrics behaves in a unique way.
Understanding the
performance characteristics and interactions of each type of
sailcloth in the modern multi-layer sail is critical to the design
process. To achieve the ideal balance between speed and durability
requires an intimate knowledge of the best materials available
backed up by practical "on the water" experience..
Our loft is not
aligned to any sailcloth manufacturer. Our materials are sourced
from the worlds leading brands Dimension Polyant, Contender and
Bainbridge to best meet your needs, aspirations and budget. Whether
you're looking fo ultra lightweight skiff sails, race proven
'P' Class sails or affordable, fast and durable cruising sails.



Our Services
New Sails -
Full sailmaking and design service for racing and cruising boats.
Repairs & Recuts - Same week service on repairs and recuts.
Sign Writing - We can arrange for advertising and promotional
material to be included on our sails.