Sail making support for Conrad Humphreys latest historical project.

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28/03/2025, Plymouth. Hyde Sails, in partnership with renowned offshore sailor Conrad Humphreys and leading sailcloth manufacturer Dimension-Polyant, is proud to announce a brand new partnership. This collaboration brings together Hyde’s world-class expertise in sail design to equip Conrad’s historical vessel, Bounty with a new set of sails.

Over the winter period, Conrad has been developing a new “Cutter” rig and trialling it on Bounty (the vessel featured in Channel 4’s Mutiny) ahead of rediscovering another historical maritime voyage. Conrad reached out to Hyde at METSTRADE to see if they would come onboard to partner with his latest venture. 

To meet the demanding conditions of the expedition, Hyde Sails and Dimension-Polyant have designed a bespoke sail package to ensure durability, performance, and efficiency. This week, Conrad has been out testing the new sails in Plymouth Sound.

Conrad Humphreys, a veteran of three round-the-world races including the Vendée Globe said “I’m delighted that Hyde sails have joined our team as we prepare to re-discover another remarkable historical voyage. This week we have been out testing in Plymouth Sound and the new Hyde sails are brilliant. We’ve learnt a huge amount working with the design team to modify Bounty from a lugger to a cutter rig. 

“We’re thrilled to collaborate with Conrad Humphreys and Dimension-Polyant on this extraordinary project,” said Charlie Bird, CEO at Hyde Sails. “The combination of Hyde’s craftsmanship, Dimension-Polyant’s innovative materials, and Conrad’s unparalleled experience has resulted in a sail package that should meet the demands of Conrad’s new adventures.”

About Hyde Sails
Hyde Sails is a global leader in sailmaking, known for its precision engineering and commitment to quality. With over 60 years of sailmaking experience, Hyde serves competitive racers, cruisers, and adventurous sailors worldwide.

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About Dimension-Polyant
Dimension-Polyant is a premier manufacturer of high-performance sailcloth and technical textiles, pushing the boundaries of material science for the marine industry.

About Conrad Humphreys
Conrad Humphreys is a professional sailor, speaker and adventurer. He has competed in three round the world races, including the notorious Vendée Globe. To follow Conrad’s latest adventure visit the media links below.

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