When it comes to competitive dinghy, catamaran and keelboat sailing, every ounce of weight, combined with incredible strength can make the difference between claiming the clean air at the front of the fleet or getting buried in the pack. For years, upgrading to carbon fibre hardware meant settling for the same uniform, uninspiring black components as everyone else on the slipway.
But who says elite engineering has to be boring?
Welcome to CF by L and L, the UK-based manufacturer redefining marine hardware by combining uncompromising, aerospace-grade carbon fibre strength with an explosion of vibrant colours. Whether you are pushing hard in a national squad or enjoying local club racing, our mission is simple: to deliver ultra-lightweight, incredibly stiff, and beautifully distinctive tillers, tiller extensions, and spinnaker poles that elevate both your performance and your boat's aesthetics—all at a price point that makes sense.
Engineered for the Elements, Styled for the Podium
Every product we produce at CF by L and L is carefully designed and precision-crafted to balance structural integrity with maximum weight reduction. However, our standout feature is the ability for you to match your hardware directly to your hull, spinnaker, or your team kit.
From the dinghy park to the racecourse, our growing line-up of class-legal gear is designed by experienced sailors who have been active in the sport across many classes since the 1970s:
Colourful Tiller Extensions:
Available for a vast range of classes—including ILCA/Laser, Cadet, Topper, RS200, 29er and 49er to name just a few —featuring a high-comfort grip finish that is gentle on your bare hands and your deck, bypassing the abrasive 'sandpaper' textures of traditional extensions.
Innovative Carbon Tillers:
Our bespoke ILCA/Laser tillers feature a completely inset metal traveller wear plate and a streamlined, solid cockpit end to completely eliminate cleat snags during aggressive tacks.
The Pop-Off UJ® System:
Say goodbye to brittle, difficult-to-replace universal joints. Our innovative quick-release, rope-core and now non-rope core universal joint allows you to detach your extension in seconds, ensuring your gear is protected during transit, minimising wear and tear and prolonging the life of the UJ.
Ultra-Light Spinnaker Poles:
Custom twin and single spinnaker pole setups engineered for classes like the Fireball, Lark, Merlin Rocket, Flying Fifteen and XOD plus many others, making spinnaker pole handling, launch and recovery easier as well as shedding critical ounces at the bow.
Upgrading your boat shouldn't mean sacrificing individuality for the sake of speed. Explore the CF by L and L Online Shop today to experience the ultimate fusion of strength, style, and value on the water.