OEM vs Custom Sails Etc.
Ed, If you do a little research you will find that almost all OEM sails(sails which are supplied with a new boat) are produced "offshore". The reason for this as usual, is cost. Offshore manufacturers have low labor rates which ultimately saves you money. All the major Sailmakers have such offshore facilities. The Doyle OEM Sails are built in Barbados, and they do a great job. OEM sails are, however, built to the boat manufacturer's specifications. Any Doyle replacement sails that you might purchase will be built at a local US loft. The sails that you can purchase through the Hunter Owners Website are custom built to Doyle specs either at my loft in Alameda, CA or at one of Mark Ploch's lofts (NY or FLA).Bill Colombo, Doyle SF