The Rooster Blog

We are thrilled to announce a new partnership with Performans Yelken, now the official Rooster distributor in Turkey. This collaboration marks an exciting milestone...

What is the Rooster Big Weekend? Is Rooster Big Weekend just another Black Friday event? Sure, there’s a sale involved - but...

We're really excited to share some big news from Rooster – we’re taking a major step forward by expanding our operations and...

When Rooster first set sail 25 years ago, its mission was simple: to make high-quality sailing gear accessible to everyone, from novices...

We're proud to share the launch of our newest innovation, the SB1 Inshore Jacket and Hi-fits. The range has been engineered specifically for active sportsboat...

At Rooster, we take pride in our commitment to providing high-quality, practical, and sustainable sailing gear. Our latest offering, the SB1 Inshore...

We are pleased to announce the launch of our latest wetsuit range at Rooster®. This new collection sets a benchmark in comfort,...

The Rooster Classic Hiking Shorts were the first technical clothing product developed at Rooster.  We had tried to get the UK Marine...

2018 saw the launch of our Women’s specific range, through a complete neoprene selection to complement our Unisex offering. At this time,...

 Since the first crossing in 1896, rowing across the Atlantic Ocean has been a challenge that has adapted to the times to...

We are pleased to announce that effective 15th March 2021 Luke Morrison has assumed the role of Managing Director with overall responsibility...

Get an inside look at our keelboat & sports boat teams thrilling 2024 season - packed with intense racing, unforgettable moment, some...

As one of the biggest sporting events of the year is right around the corner, we're excited to introduce to you our athletes...

I started my sailing journey at the age of 8, where I joined my local club, Felpham sailing club, after trying sailing...

I am currently transitioning from sailing a Topper to a 29er, and it's been an exciting and challenging journey so far. One...

The Middle Sea Race is the final big offshore of the season with a stunning 600nm course that starts in Malta, goes...

Being Average, But Doing Amazing! I guess I regularly pinch myself and wonder, how did I get here? As a late in...

Hi, my name is Hannah. I’m a disabled competitive sailor and have been sailing now for about four years. I sail with...

As a company that champions grass roots sailing and takes pride in sponsoring a diverse range of sailors of varying ability, we...

If watersports are more than just a hobby for you (no doubt), then maintaining your gear is essential so it performs on the...

The most important aspect of a good pair of hiking shorts is positioning of the battens and the lift they provide. The...

Knowing what to wear when paddling can be tricky, especially at the different times of year when air and water temperatures can...

Get yourself ready for the season by making sure you have a buoyancy aid that is the right fit for you and...

  It’s that time of year when the winds get crisper, the water turns colder and the seasoned watersports enthusiasts prepare to...

It’s inevitable…the seasons are changing. Summer is pretty much over and Autumn/Fall are very much on the way. Do not fear, you...

With the blazing sun on the rise, it's time to talk about the essential topic of UV protection: protecting our precious skin...

From a first glance, you may not notice too much difference between our Aquafleece® Robe and the Aquafleece® Rigging Jacket. And that’s totally understandable, after...

Being on and around the water can be a lot of fun, but when it comes to gear maintenance, this might be the...

BAILERS – Maintain and Repair, prior to you first event! The Super Shute 60 bailer (pic 1) is expensive and is easily...

I'm just out of Cartegena and I wanted to share my trip so far. I've been putting Rooster's Passage range through its...

Extract from book, to be the published "Maintenance and Recommissioning of Racing Dinghies” 1. Storage Wooden Boats.  There is only one place...

We did it... I was inspired to track down the tape that was used to win the 470 gold at the Olympics....

Field application of SpeedSIX HydraPRO SpeedSIX HydraPRO comes if two handy sizes either a 100ml tin (enough for most dinghies) or a...

Ronstan’s latest range of small 20 and 30 mm diameter Orbit blocks are designed to be used on dinghies and keelboats and...

I sail at Combs Sailing Club in the Peak District. It's a reservoir surrounded by hills so gusty winds and capsizes are...

I'm now of an age where my memory isn't quite what it once was. At work, I have become highly skilled in...

Here is my checklist for when the season starts and I lift the cover off the boat - usually too late! Toe...