For most sailing gear companies out there, the finished sailing apparel does not go straight from the manufacturers to the clients; the clothing changes hands and gets sent off to retailers and or distributors, who sell the items to customers with a considerable mark-up. An average mark-up of 50% is common across most retailers, turning a product that costs $50 wholesale, into a product that costs $100 from retailers. This fact is not limited to yachting clothing, or sail gear—it is true for all clothing retailers. (more…)
REGATTA GEAR
International Yachting Apparel
Archive for October, 2013
Retail vs. Wholesale Sailing Apparel
Friday, October 25th, 2013The Boat for the 2000s: The USA 76
Wednesday, October 16th, 2013At the end of 2001, the build team behind Oracle Racing built a boat that would represent America on the international boat racing platform for over 3 years. Representing America in the 2003 America’s Cup in New Zealand, the USA 76 would ultimately win 21 of its 33 races in the 2003, and also holds the rare distinguished honor of being the only boating team to defeat Switzerland’s SUI 64 twice. In the 2003 finals however, in spite of its expert design, construction, crew and afterguard, the USA 76 would experience heartbreak about losing to Switzerland’s Team Alinghi who would go on to defeat the New Zealand team and win the 2003 trophy. (more…)
Sailing Apparel Essentials: Splash Jackets
Friday, October 4th, 2013If you are new to sailing, you might not be aware that as the water gets rougher and the weather gets colder, an upgrade in your sailing clothing is not just recommended, it is essential. Although some lightweight apparel might be sufficient in the summertime, once the weather cools down it is imperative that you stay warm and dry even if the weather is cold and wet. (more…)