Please select your home edition
Edition
Hyde Sails 2024 - One Design

Doyle Fraser Sails- Major export successes creates demand for more Sail-makers.

by Rob Kothe on 23 Apr 2002
Doyle Fraser Sail Makers at work Andrea Francolini Photography http://www.afrancolini.com/
One of the largest sail lofts in the southern hemisphere Doyle Frasers of Somersby, north of Sydney, has been making a strong impact on the export market over the last few years.

Bob Fraser explains, 'The innovative sail construction technology which produced the world famous D4 sails has been developed and proven on the Australian racing scene and has found ready markets around the world.

In 1999 the Doyle Group embraced the D4 sails system and Doyle Fraser D4 sails are the now being sold by 45 lofts around the world.

The durability and speed that have proven to be the real mark of the D4 system, proven in the Southern ocean by winning racers like Nicorette, Brindabella and AFR Midnight Rambler is now spreading around the world.

The Somersby loft is now looking for sailmakers. Doyle Fraser offers a variety of work, from all forms of Race Boats to Mega Yachts, from Dacron to Carbon.

Due to their expanding world market, they offer great career opportunities and attractive salaries.

Please contact - Matt Fraser or Mike Green

Tel: (02) 4340 5083

Fax: (02) 4340 5087

Email: - Administration@DoyleFraser.com
Rooster 2025North Sails Loft 57 PodcastHyde Sails 2024 - One Design

Related Articles

Vaikobi Launches the Impact Protection Series
A New Era of Lightweight Head Protection for Surf and Watersports Vaikobi has announced the launch of its groundbreaking Impact Protection Series of Headwear, a new collection of lightweight, EN 812-certified impact hats engineered to protect watersports athletes from head knocks, bumps and scratches.
Posted today at 9:30 pm
Maximize Performance with Proper Care
Sail care should start the minute your get your new sails Sail care should start the minute your get your new sails. Whether in season or off season, there are sail care basics to follow that keep sails in peak condition.
Posted today at 4:30 pm
Inaugural World Sailing Inclusion Championships
154 athletes have gathered in Oman and the RS Venture Connect Class is part of it The World Sailing Inclusion Championships celebrated its Opening Ceremony on 3rd December 2025 at Barceló Mussanah Resort, hosted by Oman Sail.
Posted today at 3:03 pm
Entry open for 2026 OK Dinghy Worlds
The first time the world championship has been held in Denmark since 2012 Entry has opened for the 2026 OK Dinghy World Championship, to be held in Skovshoved, Denmark, from 5-12 June. The Notice of Race has also been published.
Posted today at 2:22 pm
Breakthrough 2025 season for UpWind by MerConcept
A masterful Transat Café L'Or led by an all-women duo Back in Concarneau after a strong finish in the Transat Café L'Or, UpWind by MerConcept closes a landmark second season marked by accelerated sporting progress, human development, and growing visibility.
Posted today at 1:30 pm
30% Off All Henri-Lloyd Jackets for a Limited Time
Engineered warmth, weather protection and everyday durability Engineered warmth, weather protection and everyday durability. All Henri-Lloyds jackets are 30% off for Cyber Week only.
Posted today at 12:00 pm
Stage set at World Sailing Inclusion Championships
155 registered participants from 37 nations make history as part of inaugural edition The stage is set in Al Mussanah, in the Sultanate of Oman, for the first ever edition of the World Sailing Inclusion Championships.
Posted today at 10:47 am
Cabbage Tree Island Race Preview
Rolex Sydney Hobart contenders to square off in Friday's overnight race The biggest lead-in to the 2025 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race will get under way from Sydney Harbour on Friday night (1700 AEDT) and will feature the who's who of offshore sailing.
Posted today at 5:47 am
Auckland Wooden Boat Festival - 100 days to go!
Fun fact: 26 different classic boat entities make up the Auckland Wooden Boat Festival! The Festival is an immense effort from a diverse group of people who have the same things in common: they love maritime history and the craft and stories of wooden boats, and want to share that with the world.
Posted today at 4:16 am
SailGP: Brad Farrand transfers to Swedish team
Artemis confirms Brad Farrand as jib trimmer for the team's debut season. Artemis SailGP has added serious power to its 2026 roster, confirming Brad Farrand as jib trimmer for the team's debut season.
Posted today at 3:23 am