The Rooster Blog

What I love about Rooster is our team’s passion for technical development, a passion that consistently results in products that truly make...

Rooster is pleased to announce its second year running supporting the Women’s Open Keelboat Championships (WOKC) as the event’s exclusive clothing partner...

We’re thrilled to kick off the 2025 season with a bold new chapter in performance sailing by announcing our official partnership with...

We’re excited to share some big news: Rooster is now the Official Clothing Partner of Hayling Island Sailing Club (HISC) for the...

We’re kicking off the 2025 season with some exciting news — Rooster is partnering with a fantastic line-up of classes, clubs, and...

As the breeze begins to warm and the days stretch a little longer, there's that unmistakable energy amongst the team - It’s...

Power Your Sailing with VOOM Nutrition – Now Available at Rooster At Rooster, we’re always looking for ways to help you perform...

We are thrilled to announce the continuation of our partnership with United States Optimist Dinghy Association (USODA) National Team. Following a successful inaugural...

After an incredible 2024 Grand Slam Series, we’re excited to share that we are extending our partnership with the J/70 UK Class...

At Rooster, we’re proud to support the sailing community by helping events not only take place but also thrive. As a clothing...

At Rooster, sustainability has always been at the heart of what we do. That’s why we’re so excited to share some great...

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

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

Want to hear what our Rooster Riders got up to this summer? It was action-packed! From hot competition in Spain to breezy...

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...

Sailing, like any sport, has a busy summer season for racing, with numerous events taking place all over the UK and beyond....

The SB1 Inshore Dry Smock is built to keep you dry and protected in a wide range of sailing conditions. At the...

At Rooster, we believe technical clothing should work with you, not stand in your way. That’s why the development of our Women’s...

When it comes to sailing, what you wear can make or break your time on the water. Whether you're out racing, cruising...

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 stay...

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...

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

A few weeks ago, I was presented with an RS Aero dagger board and rudder blade that had multiple damaged areas to...

As we close in on the start of the new spring/summer sailing season, one question that comes up is how to carry...

The Rooster Carbon Tiller Extension is a valuable assent to the dinghy sailor, being strong, light, robust  - and they do not corrode.. ...

This a short article on how to cut a neat slot in your alloy mast or boom to fit a typical sheave...

After the success of our pro grip lengths for racks and small sections. We decided it would be a sensible idea to...

Name Length Diameter Type Jib sheet strop 3.4m 4mm Rooster Spectwelve (grey) Jib sheet 4.5m 6mm Rooster AllSpec Pro™ Spinnaker Sheet 12.7m...

Since the Dinghy Show in 2014, Rooster's involvement in the 4000 class could be construed as slow but steady. Early in 2014...

Whether you’re heading out for a training session, coaching from a RIB, or a full day of racing, you’ve probably noticed this...

With the weather heating up many across Europe will be looking to get out on the water, but no one wants to...

Written by Lynne Hawthorne @lynne_sup_fitness    A little bit about me:  I found myself in a rough place a few years ago,...

At Rooster, junior sailing isn’t just part of what we do – it’s at the core of who we are. Through strategic...

Something we deeply value and make time for, are dedicated individuals who take on remarkable challenges for meaningful causes. For the last...

At Rooster, we’re all about creating the best possible gear for people who, like us, can’t get enough of life on the...

Sailing is a sport that requires precision, skill, and the right gear to ensure comfort and safety on the water. At Rooster,...

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