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Rooster launches new inshore gear range

Watersports accessories and equipment brand Rooster has launched its latest product line, the SB1 Inshore Range, as the company expands its presence in the growing sportsboat market. Building on the company’s range of performance gear for the dinghy sector, the SB1 Inshore range, comprises a three-layer jacket and hi-fits. The range impressively uses 85 per cent […]

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Rooster launches 2024 wetsuit collection

Watersports accessories and equipment brand Rooster has launched its latest wetsuit range. The range is mainly for dinghy sailors but is also suitable for those participating in sports such as stand-up paddleboarding, wingfoiling, and kayaking. The latest wetsuit range has undergone two years of testing by Rooster athletes and riders. The firm says the Thermaflex […]

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Rooster sponsors Women’s Open Keelboat Championships

Technical clothing watersports brand Rooster has confirmed its sponsorship of the 2024 Women’s Open Keelboat Championships (WOKC) in the UK this May. The Women’s Open Keelboat Championships is the only female-only open keelboat championship event in the UK. Rooster says the partnership reflects its dedication to supporting women in sailing and its commitment to designing […]

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Rooster celebrates 25th anniversary at RYA show

Performance watersports accessories and equipment brand Rooster is marking its 25th anniversary at the upcoming RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show, which runs from February 24-25 2024 at Farnborough International in the UK. This milestone celebration will be marked on Saturday, 24 February, with a special gathering at Rooster’s stand, number N40, at 11am. The firm’s founder, Steve […]

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Rooster releases bag range made from upcycled sails

Technical clothing watersports brand Rooster has launched a new bag range in collaboration with Sandy Point Watersports, a chandlery and watersports centre on Hayling Island, on the UK south coast. The new limited-edition range, released in time for Christmas, is crafted from upcycled sails and Rooster rope offcuts. The collection spans a washbag, a large […]

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Rooster launches limited-edition microfibre poncho

Performance watersports gear brand Rooster has launched a limited edition version of one of its most popular quick-dry microfibre ponchos. Rooster says the limited edition microfibre quick-dry poncho with comb has been launched due to popular demand from customers. What sets this limited edition apart is the addition of a specially designed Rooster ‘Comb’ on […]

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RS Venture Connect class partners with Rooster

The International RS Venture Connect sailboat class is partnering with UK-based watersports clothing firm Rooster as its new apparel partner. RS Venture says Rooster has become the sailing kit provider of choice for many RS sailboat sailors, after the two firms previously partnered on racing events run by RS classes and RS Sailing. As part […]

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Rooster launches US website

Rooster has launched a new website for US customers, offering its range of products to the American market. The new Rooster website is now live. from Rooster® on Vimeo. In March 2022, MIN talked with Rooster about its sustainability processes. The company was founded by Steve Cockerill in November 1999, who combined his passion for […]

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Rooster launches three sunglasses – including bi-focal

Rooster has launched what it deems as an integral addition to its range – polarised floating sunglasses. These come in three frames, classic, sports and bi-focal. Each style features polarised lenses to blockout glare from the water, anti-fog technology, and will float if dropped in water. Plus, says Rooster, they’re EN ISO 12312-1 rated to […]

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Industry insight: how Rooster switched on its sustainability

What are the realities of switching to a sustainable manufacturing model and how can you ensure your eco labels ring true? Marine Industry News talks to UK-headquartered Rooster on making a sustainable change. Last year was a good year for Rooster, the Fareham-based company which makes sailing clothes (wet and dry) and dinghy kit. Under […]

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Luke Morrison becomes Rooster’s MD

Rooster has announced that Luke Morrison has assumed the role of managing director with overall responsibility for driving the business forward. Steve Cockerill takes on the founder and chairman role of the organisation looking to foster and promote broader opportunities within Rooster and the industry. Morrison joined Rooster in 2013 and has been involved and […]