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Attention to detail in design and finish as well as use of correct materials is paramount in every sail that leaves our loft. We do not take shortcuts.

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THE TEAM

Phil 'Bugs' Smith

Owner Phil 'Bugs' Smith has been designing and making sails for over 35 years. A Cherub National Champion, he completed his sailmaking apprenticeship at Elvstrom Sails in Sydney back in 1975. An avid racer of Manly Juniors in the early days, he progressed through Flying Ant, 470 and skiff classes to Admiral's Cup trials.

At some point during all this he was lured into the emerging sport of windsurfing in the early 80's and while based in Maui, Hawaii, designed windsurf sails for Hot Sails Maui and Wild Winds, as well as running his own sail loft in New Zealand.

Moving to WA in 1995 in search of consistent sea breezes, Phil and wife Belinda set up the Mandurah sail loft of Avalon Sail Co., and continues to design and produce performance sails.

Phil is now heavily involved in the WA Offshore racing scene, as well as competing on smaller boats when time allows. He has won the Soling State Titles 3 years running and is most recently passionate about designing sails for and sailing the International Foiling Moth class, as well as developing speed sails for the avid windsurf speed sailing team in Mandurah.

A slave to perfection, Phil leads his team in producing sails of the highest quality and the best competitive edge.

As Head Sail designer Phil is focussed on the design and performance of every sail that leaves our loft. Using CAD as well as traditional sailmaking principles he pays constant attention to refining design and shape as well as using the best materials available to ensure you gain maximum performance from your rig.

Matt Steele

Sailmaker Matt Steele brings a wealth of big boat and offshore sailing knowledge, having taken part in America's Cup campaigns, most recently working for the Areva America's Cup team in Spain, and Volvo teams for Assa Abloy and Brasil 1. Matt recently competed in the Sydney Hobart 2009, (his 4th Hobart campaign) and back in WA his offshore racing involves crewing on Marten 49 Charlotte.

Matt is now resident in Geraldton, WA, where he is available to measure up boats for new sails as well as offer a full sail repair service.

Belinda Willis-Smith

Belinda has been involved in the sailmaking industry for 20 years, and in her role as general manager oversees both sailmaking and shade sail operations.

A 2-time NZ National Windsurf Champion, when not in the sail loft, Belinda prefers to be wavesailing in the champagne conditions off Avalon Point.