Hyde Sails has teamed up with triple round the world yachtsman Conrad Humphreys to provide sailmaking support for his latest historical project.
Working with sailcloth manufacturer Dimension-Polyant, the collaboration will equip Conrad’s historical vessel, Bounty with a new set of sails.
Conrad has been developing a new cutter rig and trialling it on Bounty – featured in Channel 4’s Mutiny – ahead of another historical maritime voyage.
To meet the expedition conditions, Hyde Sails and Dimension-Polyant designed a bespoke sail package aimed at providing durability, performance and efficiency.
“I’m delighted that Hyde sails have joined our team as we prepare to re-discover another remarkable historical voyage,” said Conrad.
We’re thrilled to collaborate with Conrad Humphreys and Dimension-Polyant on this extraordinary project.
Charlie Bird
“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.”
Charlie Bird, CEO at Hyde Sails, added: “We’re thrilled to collaborate with Conrad Humphreys and Dimension-Polyant on this extraordinary project.
“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.”
The replica Bounty boat was built for the Channel 4 TV series Mutiny which recreated Lieutenant Bligh’s open boat voyage.
The craft was skippered by Conrad who later bought the vessel and launched the Bounty Project in 2017 to create a living history experience.
