Time for New Sails. Advice Sought

[Martin]

My Alverbanks sails are beginning to look and feel a little tired, so time for new sails. Any recommendations on what is hot and what is not?  My inclination is to stick with what I know and like but would welcome alternative views. Is there a Nationals Gear guide on the site?  Had a quick look but couldn't see anything. 

[Roly Mo]

I think P&B have a sail sale on at the moment if that helps!

[darebarry]

Besides P&B who is making sails for 12's these days?
Dare Barry N3521 The Ginger Pudding

[Guest (Guest)]

For what it is worth I was disappointed with the service from Alverbanks as I had to keep chasing for weeks to get my new main sail delivered.  They did make a very nice sail, but I am still waiting for the sail numbers and for a quote for a new jib to match it.
Has anyone else had problems?
  

[Martin]

I understood that Stuart Hop had taken over at Alverbanks when Kevan retired, but I notice the link to the "new " website is broken.  Not sure if he is still trading?

[Jeremy C]

Correct me if I am wrong... but I believe that, unfortunately, Alverbanks is no longer trading and so the choice of experienced sail makers for 12 sails has dwindled a bit. P&B have obviously been supporting the class for a long period of time and North sails have been tried a few times over recent years..

Beyond that there are no other regular sail makers for 12's that I know of though I did get Rowsells to make me a set two years ago . maybe it is time to see if we can add to the list?

If I have missed any sailmaker off this ... please accept my appologies!

[Michael]

I Like my North Sails.  I'm not a "me
to" person so will always try something different.  Tim Rush is the
man 07973512645.  Hyde would love to have a go. Charles Devonport 0845
5438957

[Guest (Guest)]

That doesn't surprise me if Alverbanks are no longer trading.  Does anyone have a nearly new Alverbanks Jib they would like to sell to match my new main?

[Jane Wade]

Well clearly biased but nothing to do with 'me too' - P&B produce excellent sails and have more titles than any of the other sail makers.  Tom and Dave also put a lot of time and effort into supporting the class, deliver what and when they say they will.  And yes they do have some good deals on 12 sails before Christmas.

[sophie (Guest)]

We sailed with North's this year and they were great - I love my jib, which is kind of weird as i don't generally get excited about sails!!

[Martin]

I have now had contact with Stuart Hop formerly of Alverbanks and he is not currently producing sails but pursuing other interests. 
Given that my boat is a standard P&B Foolish, I guess purchasing sails from them is going to be least route of hassle

[Martin]

New sails ordered from P&B.  Fairly painless experience and the advice given was useful.