Rolly Tasker

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Overview

Rolly Tasker Sails is a sailmaker specializing in durable cruising sails, rigging, masts, spars, and marine hardware for sailing yachts.¹² The company operates the world's largest purpose-built sail loft in Phuket, Thailand, spanning 9000 square meters, and has produced over 2.2 million sails supplied to more than 50 countries.¹⁵ It serves bluewater yachts and maintains dealer networks including in Australia and New Zealand.³⁴

History

Rolly Tasker Sails was founded in Australia in 1949 by Rolly Tasker, who had over 70 years of experience in professional sailing.¹⁵ The company relocated its main operations to Phuket, Thailand, establishing a state-of-the-art sail loft there.¹² Rolly Tasker Sails Australia & New Zealand was set up in 2001 by Sam and Greg Newton to service Australia, New Zealand, and Pacific Islands from bases including Sydney.³

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
Cruising Sails	Durable sails for long-distance yacht cruising	$1,500 - $15,000
Running Rigging	Lines and hardware for sail control	$150 - $1,800
Standing Rigging	Wire and rod rigging for mast support	$800 - $5,000
Mast and Boom Spars	Aluminum spars for yacht masts and booms	$2,000 - $10,000
Marine Hardware	Deck fittings and sailboat components including Harken products	$50 - $800
Sail Covers	Protective covers for sails and rigging	$200 - $1,200

Manufacturing

Sails are designed individually and constructed in the company's state-of-the-art sail loft in Phuket, Thailand, the largest purpose-built facility in the world at 9000 square meters.¹²⁵ Production processes have been continuously developed for accuracy and efficiency, with over 2.2 million sails produced.¹ Manufacturing is in-house at this Thailand facility.⁶

Notable Products

Custom Cruising Mainsail - Individually designed durable mainsail for bluewater yachts.
Genoa Roller Furling Sail - Furling headsail optimized for cruising performance.
Standing Rigging Kits - Complete wire rigging systems for yacht mast support.
Aluminum Mast Sections - Custom spars produced for various yacht sizes.
Harken Hardware Packages - Sail handling blocks, winches, and deck gear.

Reputation

Rolly Tasker Sails is recognized by sailors for its durable cruising sails and comprehensive one-stop service for rigging and hardware, particularly among bluewater yacht owners in Southeast Asia.²⁴ The massive Phuket loft enables efficient production of custom sails, earning praise for reliability on long voyages.¹⁵ Some note the shift from Australian origins to Thailand-led operations under Western management, with established dealer networks maintaining trust in regions like Australia and New Zealand.³ Criticisms are minimal in available sources, though scale may prioritize volume over bespoke racing specialization.

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