JUD SMITH INDUCTED INTO USA NATIONAL SAILING HALL OF FAME
Congratulations to Doyle Sails’ own Jud Smith on his induction into the National Sailing Hall of Fame Class of 2026. A true icon of one-design racing, Jud has built an extraordinary career through a relentless pursuit of performance, innovation and excellence. A two-time Rolex Yachtsman of the Year and multiple World Champion across classes including the Etchells and […]
DOYLE-POWERED TEAMS SHINE AT THE ROUND THE ISLAND RACE
COWES, UK // Doyle Sails customers delivered an outstanding performance at the 2026 Round the Island Race, claiming line honours and multiple podium finishes around the Isle of Wight in near-perfect Solent conditions. With sunshine, steady breeze and thousands of spectators lining the shoreline, Doyle-powered PACE (VO70) stole the show, charging around the 50-nautical-mile course to claim line honours in […]
Doyle Sails and Southern Wind Extend Events Partnership into 2026
Celebrated at the Southern Wind Rendezvous in Porto Cervo, the renewed events partnership reaffirms a shared commitment to innovation, performance, and excellence in the Superyacht sector. Doyle Sails is pleased to announce the continuation of its successful partnership tin Southern Wind 2026 events’ calendar, reaffirming a shared commitment to innovation, performance, and excellence in the Superyacht […]
DOYLE-POWERED YACHTS CLAIM THREE CLASS TITLES AT THE SUPERYACHT CUP PALMA
Doyle-powered yachts enjoyed an exceptional week at the 30th edition of the Superyacht Cup Palma, claiming three class titles, the overall event victory, and another podium finish across one of the world’s most prestigious Superyacht regattas.Racing on the stunning Bay of Palma over three days, Doyle customers showcased outstanding consistency and performance, with three yachts […]
INTERLODGE 8 | BUILDING TOWARD BERMUDA
There is a particular kind of trust that only comes from decades spent sailing together. For Gwen and Austin Fragomen, that trust is embedded throughout their Botin 65 Interlodge 8 programme, and at the centre of it stands Doyle Sails Newport’s Dave Armitage. For nearly 20 years, Dave has worked alongside the Fragomens, designing sails and sailing onboard […]
DOYLE SAILS POWERS HOLIDAY INTO HER 75TH SEASON
Holiday, the beloved Herreshoff 28 sailing yacht has endured another long Maine winter and is back afloat for her 75th season. She has been outfitted with a full suite of new sails from Doyle Sails, fitted and supported by Will Hundahl of the Doyle Sails One Design loft in Salem, Massachusetts. After an extensive off-season […]
ZEUS AND MEANIE AT CALIFORNIA OFFSHORE RACE WEEK
The 2026 California Offshore Race Week delivered a true test of offshore racing, with competitors facing everything from heavy upwind conditions and challenging sea states to light-air tactical battles and fast downwind sailing. Across the fleet, Doyle-powered teams demonstrated versatility and performance across the conditions. Fresh from an impressive week on the West Coast, Stu […]
Vixen Racing Ready for the Solo Trans-Tasman
Auckland, New Zealand May 2026 | PHOTO CREDIT : Insight Media – PAtrick Sails have been checked and sleeping bags are packed, wet weather gear is stowed, maintenance list is complete and Sharon Ferris-Choat is ready. After thirty years of watching peers head off on solo ocean races, it is finally her turn and the excitement is […]
California Offshore Race Week Returns to the West Coast
The iconic California Offshore Race Week is back for 2026, delivering one of offshore sailing’s ultimate adventures down the spectacular California coastline. Spanning more than 500 nautical miles from San Francisco to San Diego, the series combines three demanding offshore races with world-class competition, changing conditions and unforgettable scenery. This year, Doyle-powered teams are making […]
How to optimise your boat’s performance under IRC – and beyond
Doyle Sails expert and Ocean Racing Veteran Stu Bannatyne talks all things IRC Rating, sail crossovers and how to make the most of these details with Yachting Worlds’ Andy Rice. Maximising the benefits of your training time is one of Stu Bannatyne’s mantras. Drawing on his wealth of offshore racing experience, he likes to bring […]
OUTSTANDING
Two years ago Bella Mente won the Maxi Europeans with a Structured Luff Asymmetric. This innovation from Doyle Sails has now become the norm… SEAHORSE MAGAZINE // JUNE 2026 – Written by Ivor Wilkins Technology generally progresses not in a smooth upward gradient, but in sudden bursts of inspiration, followed by periods of more linear […]
SPIKE BOSTON, Keep SMiling
Shared on behalf of the Doyle Sails Boston (Ontario) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our leader, father, grandfather and brother, Spike Boston. He was the proud owner of Doyle Boston Sails in Point Edward since 1968 and a respected figure in the sailing community. He was proud of his […]
Doyle Sails partnership with Holiday: A story of craftmanship and adventure
Doyle Sails is proud to announce a new partnership with sailor and storyteller Luc Milam and his 1951 Herreshoff 28, Holiday, a yacht that perfectly captures the enduring spirit of simplicity, craftsmanship, and life at sea. Designed by renowned naval architect L. Francis Herreshoff, the H28 was conceived as a vessel capable of taking sailors wherever they […]
Paul Beaudin, Sailmaker in the Big Apple
For over three decades, Paul Beaudin has been a constant presence in one of the world’s most iconic sailing environments. Living and working in the heart of New York City, Beaudin proudly describes himself as “New York City’s sailmaker”, and notably, he remains the only dedicated sail specialist who actually lives within the city. Beaudin has spent 36 years […]
Doyle-Powered Teams Dominate TP52 Pallas Capital Gold Cup 2026 – Act 2
Photo credit : Sailor Girl HQ – Nic Douglass Doyle-powered teams delivered another outstanding performance at TP52 Pallas Capital Gold Cup 2026, claiming all three podium positions across IRC Overall, TPR, and scratch results for Act 2 on Sydney Harbour. Leading the charge was David Doherty’s Matador, securing overall victory with a performance defined by consistency. […]
Doyle Sails Expands into San Francisco Bay Area with Hogin Sails
Doyle Sails is proud to announce the expansion of its global network into the San Francisco Bay Area with Hogin Sails, based in Alameda, California. This partnership brings together Doyle’s world-leading sail design technology with the deep local expertise of owner Steve McCarthy, a respected sailmaker and competitive sailor with more than three decades of […]
MARK PLOCH OF DOYLE SAILS NEW YORK
Few people in the sailing industry combine hands-on sailmaking expertise, loft ownership and deep on-the-water experience quite like Mark Ploch. As part of the team at Doyle Sails New York, Mark brings nearly five decades of experience to sailors across the region, with a career that spans high-performance racing, business leadership and a lifelong connection to the cruising […]
Bacchanal Claims Major Bluewater Honour as Doyle Sails Clients Dominate the Podium
Congratulations to the Doyle Sails customers who have claimed major prizes and accolades at the Cruising yacht club of Australia’s Blue Water Pointscore and Ocean Racer of the Year Awards Ron Epstein’s Bacchanal has been crowned the overall winner of the 2025/26 Audi Centre Sydney Blue Water Pointscore, following an outstanding six-race series. The Blue Water Pointscore […]
DOYLE SAILS ROUND NORTH ISLAND RACE WRAPPED
SSANZ Media // written by Harri Wren of SSANZ | Images Suellen Hurling – Live Sail Die 1210 miles. 52 sailors. 26 yachts. 4 legs. One epic race. A race that, as always, delivers far more than promised; on and off the water. It’s been just over a week since the Doyle Sails Round North […]
DOYLE SAILS DOMINATE AT GOLD CUP ACT 1 IN SYDNEY
The Pallas Capital Gold Cup – Act 1 in Sydney delivered a strong showing for Doyle Sails customers across both the TP52 and Super 40 fleets. TP52 – IRC1st Matador*2nd Zen3rd Smuggler TP52-TPR1st Matador*2nd Zen3rd Smuggler Super 40 – IRC1st Beau Ideal*2nd Back 2 Black Super 40 – Class Rule1st Revolver3rd Back 2 Black Super 40 – ORC1st Beau Ideal*3rd Revolver It was a fantastic weekend of […]