Rated 4.9 out of 5 by our customers
Rated 4.9 out of 5 by our customers
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August 05, 2025 2 min read
We've all said it. Standing in the Chandlery, or browsing online, thinking "It's not ideal, but it'll do for now". A cheaper alternative. A quick fix. Something to "get through the weekend".
But how many times does that temporary fix end up costing more in the long run?
Whether you're cruising on weekends, racing competitively, or just getting stuck into your local club scene, the sailing gear you choose matters - and so does it's lifespan.
At first glance, budget-friendly gear might look like a smart decision. But here’s the catch: it’s often not built to withstand the repeated strain of real-world use. UV exposure, salt spray, wind loading, they all take their toll.
Those gloves with weak seams, that jacket that’s “almost waterproof”, or the hardware that rusts after one regatta?
You’ll be replacing them faster than you think.
And by the time you’ve gone through a few rounds of “it’ll do,” you could’ve already paid for the higher-quality option, and then some.
When your kit fails, it doesn’t just dent your wallet - it ruins your time on the water.
Missed races. Cut-short weekends. Emergency repairs. Even safety risks. Good kit doesn’t just last longer, it works better, feels better, and gives you confidence when conditions get tough.
Durable, well-designed sailing gear is an investment in your time, safety, and performance.
Ropes that hold their core tension after a full season, a jacket that keeps you truly dry on the windiest days, or blocks that don’t jam under load; choosing quality once often means not having to think about it again for years.
Your hardware is showing signs of corrosion or excessive wear
Your waterproof sailing gear leaks or feels "tired"
You're replacing the same item every few months
You're working around your sailing gear, instead of trusting it to perform
You avoid sailing in certain conditions because your kit isn't up to it
Sound familiar? You're not alone - and upgrading doesn't have to break the bank.
We stock a full range of proven, performance-driven sailing gear designed to last, from premium hardware to dependable day-to-day essentials. Not sure what’s worth upgrading first?
Get in touch, we’ll help you prioritise the sailing gear that’ll make the biggest difference this season (and next).
Stop settling for "it'll do". Invest in sailing gear that does it right.
I rang to request some advice on replacement parts for my dinghy and was very impressed with the excellent advice and efficient delivery of the required parts. Many thanks
Great product, safely packaged, delivered on time, at a competitive price. One more thing - the person on the end of the phone is an actual person, informative, helpful, knowledgeable and pleasant. What more could you ask for.
The sales team were quick responding to our questions, dispatched to us promptly, and the product is a perfect replacement for our old tiller which ended up at the bottom of a lake!
It was time for me to upgrade to a newer Ilca and it was recommended that I get a Devoti. The price was competitive and the service from Andrew and his team was fantastic. I received lots of communication and the boat was delivered to me within 2 weeks. It is really great that Sailing Chandlery take the time to set up the rigging so that you can get straight on the water. I am very pleased with my new boat and am loving sailing it. Thank you Sailing Chandlery!
Ordered a dyneema RSAero halyard on the Thursday. It arrived by mid day on the Friday and was used on the Saturday. Excellent product and service. Thank you
Cover arrived after three days and is well made and completely covers the boat boom up . The straps and clips all work fine. Good product.
My local chandlery were unable to supply a white inspection hatch and so it was amatter of looking online. Sailing Chandlery had the cover I needed in stock at a good price and delivery. I had never used them before but the service I received was excellent with the delivery on time and the hatch is now fitted.
I will definitely return, especially with the discounts on offer. Thank you Sailing Chandlery!
Always happy with my orders from Sailing Chandlery. They are quick to post and very helpful when I have had a question.
Jason delivered the boat on time at Hayling Island Sailing Club. The boat was new and all the spars were in perfect condition. Jason came to pick up the boat and return the deposit which I gave at the time of the delivery. Every interaction with Andrew and Jason were handled very professionally. I will recommend to any sailor Sailing Chandlery in the future. I really appreciated how easy it was to charter this boat. Thank you very much. Jacques Kerrest
Prompt delivery, with helpful updates and time slot spot on. Perfect new sail at a great price and the number fixing service is well worth it. It even won its first race! Thank you.
I needed GBR letters for the ILCA Europeans and they arrived by the next post.
I made a mistake on my order and it was put right at zero cost to me ! Amazing !
I’ll certainly be back
Product exactly what I wanted
Excellent service and prompt delivery.
Had the boom and mast in stock. Order processed quickly, great service and local so could pick them up. Friendly and helpful staff as always. Thank you
Delivered on time after chatting by phone to a very helpful person at Sailing chandlery. Absolutely no complaint with this Company and will continue to use them for my sailing needs.
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