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December 31, 2018 3 min read
It's fair to say that 2018 has been another whirlwind year for us here at Sailing Chandlery.
Starting the year as Dinghy Rope we rebranded in February moving to a more generic and less focussed name which could allow us to continue to grow opening new doors into the sailing market along the way.
In January we signed up to be an official Laser Performance parts and boat supplier, an amazing addition to our expanding range and we continue to ship parts around the World.
In early March the snow hit, we arrived at the Dinghy Show to set up to be told that it might be cancelled... You can imagine the look on my face! Luckily it did go ahead and it was a very good weekend for us, double the stand space from the previous year and partnering with our friends from Zhik worked well - our biggest challenge was selling two boats at the show from the Laser Performance stand, how were we going to get them back? Onto planning the 2019 show now.
As well as adding a huge range of Laser, Pico, Vago, Bahia and other Laser Performance parts into stock we have also continued to expand in other areas based on customer feedback. The newest addition are the SpeedSix carbon tiller extensions which are selling very well.
We've been on the road more this year and will continue to do so in 2019. It's great to be out meeting our customers and talking to new ones.
July and the Laser Nationals saw a panic phone call from sponsored sailor Sam Whaley, currently leading the Laser nationals and his Zhik toe strap had broken - no problem for the team here, a new one off to Sam that day to arrive before 9am the next morning. He continued to sail a great week and came away with the win!
Although we've done less sailing this year, mainly due to two young kids and a wife with a torn achilles tendant we did attend the Tornado nationals in September coming away with a very respectable 3rd place.
In 2018 we sponsored the most events we ever have across a number of different fleets.
We also now have an army of 17 sponsored sailors across the country sailing various types of boats. They are out most weekend banging the Sailing Chandlery drum, testing new products for us and feeding back so we can improve.
For the third year in a row we've finished up as the TrustPilot number one rated sailing company - something we're very proud of.
It would seem very wrong to wrap up this article and 2018 without saying a huge thank you to all of our customers. Every day we see orders from new and existing customers and we simply wouldn't be here without you and we look forward to speaking to you in the new year.
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The Zihk Sailing kit bag is very well-made and much more practical than my rucksack. The ordering process was slick and the delivery was fast. I’m looking forward to my next sailing trip with this product. Good price too, thank you!
Very high quality
Simple ordering
Good service arrived quickly and exactly as required. Thanks
Just as described and it arrived quickly. Thank you!
Quality product, fast delivery perfect
I recently purchased the Sprint 15 Trampoline Cover from Sailing Chandlery, and I couldn't be happier with my choice. The cover is made from high-quality PVC material that feels durable and built to last, even in harsh weather conditions.
The fit on my Sprint 15 is absolutely perfect—it's snug and secure, ensuring that the trampoline stays protected from rain, sun, and dirt. The attention to detail, like reinforced edges and reliable fastenings, really sets this cover apart.
It’s clear that a lot of thought went into the design, making it both functional and easy to use. The vibrant blue color adds a nice touch and is easy to spot in the boat park.
Shipping was fast, and the customer service from Sailing Chandlery was top-notch. They kept me updated throughout the process and ensured a smooth transaction.
If you're looking for a reliable cover for your Sprint 15, I highly recommend this product. It's a fantastic investment to keep your boat in great shape!
The Topper rope pack arrived shortly after I ordered it. Very good service from Sailing Chandlery. I will fit it when I get home.
The sail numbers were simple to attach
Great value for money and swiftly delivered as always by Sailing Chandlery.
Very good sunglasses, I’ve just had eye surgery and was struggling with peripheral light sensitivity, these are great for that and will be terrific next season sailing.
Great to see these available again, much better quality and sensitivity than the alternatives
We have just purchased the Mersea twin Laser box trailer. Ordering the trailer, and adding the lid afterwards, was easy and straightforward with accurate lead times for its delivery. We paid for delivery to the South Coast and the trailer arrived bang on time along with other items we ordered. Fantastic customer service all round!
The trailer had its first trip this weekend, a 3hr drive on a mixture of town, country and motorway roads and it was a dream to tow - no noise save the odd rattle across potholes, easy to see in the car mirrors and very easy to connect and pull. It's also easy to manoeuvre two by just two people.
Our junior sailor was delighted by capacious box section with two access points and he was able to stow all of his kit to travel and then all covers, bags and kit whilst on the water today.
We're very pleased with the trailer - thank you Sailing Chandlery!
Good quality splicing tool, sensible price and swiftly delivered. Thank you
The mast was delivered the next day what a excellent delivery service I had the mast by 0830 I now know I can count on you, well done.
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