SAILQUEST BOAT SHOW
Friday – Sunday May 18-20, 2012
10am – 5pm
Milford Lisman Landing
37 Helwig St, Milford, CT 06460
SailQuest Boat Show is a unique and family-oriented show will feature new sailboats, trawlers, downeast-style powerboats and select brokerage yachts for sale, from 20 to over 50 feet long.
FREE ADMISSION / FREE PARKING / TRAIN ACCESSIBLE:
Speaker: SVP, PEPSICO Jeremy Cage to speak on his around the world sailing adventures, May 19 at 2pm.
Free Kids Activities: make your own sail with North Sails!
Additionally, a variety of companies will be on-site offering small boats, gear and other products and services, including financing and insurance. Attendees will be able to take advantage of daily introduction-to-sailing opportunities, including sailing trips with certified instructors.
Bridgeport, CT - (May 10, 2012) SailQuest Boat Show, May 18-20, 2012, at Milford Lisman Landing Marina kicks off the boating season in Connecticut. National Safe Boating Week begins May 20 and all hands are on deck for this show. This unique and family-oriented show will feature new sailboats, trawlers, downeast-style powerboats and select brokerage yachts for sale, from 20 to over 50 feet long. The show has free admission, free parking and is accessible by I-95 and Metro-North Railroad in Milford, Connecticut.
Sail and Power - Something For Everyone
SailQuest brings a diverse representation of sail and power boats to Milford (see vendor list below) along with global marine manufacturers and retailers. A wide range of boats will be on display including these brand new models: J/70, Catalina 5 Series, Destino and North Pacific 28. North Sails, a global leader in sailmaking and headquartered in Milford, CT, is featuring a children’s sailmaking activity for kids of all ages. The staff of West Marine will be showcasing start of season gear and inflatables. Additionally, a variety of companies will be on-site offering small boats, gear and other products and services, including financing and insurance. Attendees will be able to take advantage of daily introduction-to-sailing opportunities, including sailing trips with certified instructors.
Around-the-World Adventurer, Jeremy Cage of PepsiCo, Shares Experiences
Jeremy Cage, Senior Vice President of Global Snacks at PepsiCo is set to inspire SailQuest Boat Show attendees with a presentation of his around-the-world sailing adventure. Leveraging the images and metaphors from sailing the world, his 60 minute presentation lays out the approach he takes on a daily basis to unleash the potential of his life and the potential of the businesses and brands that he manages at PepsiCo. Jeremy will speak at 2pm on May 19, 2012 on site at SailQuest Boat Show.
Milford Sea Scouts ship 721 will be on hand to answer questions about what it takes to become a scout and share stories of their adventures.
The docks at Milford Landing will showcase a wide range of models from quality manufacturers, including:
In-Water:
- Beneteau, Prestige Yacht Sales
- Catalina, Eastern Yacht Sales at Hellier
- Cutwater, Prestige Yacht Sales
- Destino, Destino Yacht
- Hanse, Sound Sailing Center
- Hunt, Wilde Yachts
- Hunter, Springline Yacht Sales
- J Boats, Bruce Tait and Associates
- Jeanneau, Eastern Yacht Sales at Hellier
- Lagoon, Sound Yachting
- Minor Offshore, Skarne Marine
- Nordic Tug, Wilde Yachts
- North Pacific Yachts
- Ranger Tug, Wilde Yachts
- X-Yachts, Rodgers Yacht Sales
On-Shore:
- Boat Name Gear
- Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection
- CT Sea Scouts
- Milford Sail & Power Squadron
- Milford Yacht Club
- Newcoast Financial Services
- North Sails
- Sailor Hats
- Seabreeze Boats
- Sutton Sail Repair
- West Marine
- Weta Trimaran, The Multihull Source
- Windcheck
NEW J/70, DESTINO AND CATALINA’s 5 SERIES JOIN SAILQUEST BOAT SHOW - MILFORD, CT
Boats for Everyone; Racing, Power Boating and Cruising
Bridgeport, CT - (May 3, 2012) There’s something for everyone at SailQuest Boat Show. Both sail and power boats (including dinghies) will be available for viewing at the Milford, CT boat show.
The latest to join the list of quality exhibitors is the new J/70 Speedster (22.75ft). Bruce Tait & Associates will be offering demos of this first ramp-launchable keel boat. The J/70 is a one-design boat that is stable enough for family sailing with high performance that is exciting to sail.
In the power boat category, Destino Yachts will be on hand to showcase its beauty and durability. The Destino, a custom runabout, has classic lines and varnished mahogany finish. Destino just earned the Newport International Boat Show’s 2011 Best New Powerboat Award.
Eastern Yacht Sales at Hellier will be presenting the brand new Catalina 385 – one of the four sizes in Catalina’s new award winning 5 Series. Catalina has a long history of being one of the sailing industry’s major builders of production sailboats. There are currently four models in the Catalina 5 Series, the Catalina 445, 385, 355 and 315 – cruising yachts that are designed and built in the United States with custom features not found on many of the world’s sailboats. The move created mass appeal in the global sailing marketplace.
This unique and family-oriented show will feature new sailboats, trawlers, downeast-style powerboats and select brokerage yachts for sale, from 20 to over 50 feet long. Additionally, a variety of companies will be on-site offering small boats, gear and other products and services, including financing and insurance. Attendees will be able to take advantage of daily introduction-to-sailing opportunities, including sailing trips with certified instructors.
Previously held in Mystic Connecticut, the show has relocated to a more central location on the Connecticut coast minutes from I-95 and the Merritt Parkway, steps from Metro North Railroad and directly on Long Island Sound. The show offers free parking and free admission!
JEREMY CAGE, SVP AT PEPSICO AND AROUND THE WORLD
SAILOR, TO SPEAK AT SAILQUEST BOAT SHOW
Around the World Sailor Sets His Sights on Inspiring Attendees with His Around the World Adventures
Bridgeport, CT - (April 18, 2012) Jeremy Cage, Senior Vice President of Global Snacks at PepsiCo is
set to inspire SailQuest Boat Show attendees with a presentation of his around the world sailing
adventure. Leveraging the images and metaphors from sailing the world, his 60 minute presentation lays
out the approach he takes on a daily basis to unleash the potential of his life and the potential of the
businesses and brands that he manages at PepsiCo. Jeremy will speak at 2pm on May 19, 2012 on site at
SailQuest Boat Show, Milford Lisman Landing, Milford, Connecticut.
Attendees will be inspired by his passion for life and exceeding goals. “People have big dreams but with
daily life challenges they find it difficult to realize their dreams. I’d really like to help unleash those
dreams, help people make them bigger and really make them happen,” states Jeremy Cage, Senior Vice
President, PepsiCo. “I feel excited about speaking at SailQuest Boat Show in Milford. I find myself in
the attendees; passionate about work, life and boating. I’m thrilled to share my experiences and tactics to
unleash potential within them.”
This unique and family-oriented show will feature new sailboats, trawlers, downeast-style powerboats
and select brokerage yachts for sale, from 20 to over 50 feet long. Additionally, a variety of companies
will be on-site offering small boats, gear and other products and services, including financing and
insurance. Attendees will be able to take advantage of daily introduction-to-sailing opportunities,
including sailing trips with certified instructors.
Previously held in Mystic Connecticut, the show has relocated to a more central location on the
Connecticut coast minutes from I-95 and the Merritt Parkway, steps from Metro North Railroad and
directly on Long Island Sound. The show offers free parking and free admission!
The docks at Milford Landing will showcase a wide range of models from quality manufacturers,
including:
In-Water Vendors:
• Cutwater, Prestige Yacht Sales
• Catalina, Hellier Yachts
• Hanse, Sound Sailing Center
• Jeanneau, Hellier Yachts
• Island Packet, Hellier Yacht
• Hunter, Secure Your Dream/Springline Yacht Sales
• Lagoon, Sound Yachting
• Beneteau, Prestige Yacht Sales
• J Boats, Tait Yachts
• X-Yachts, Rodgers Yacht Sales
• Minor Offshore, Skarne Marine
• Nordic Tug, Wilde Yachts
• Ranger Tug, Wilde Yachts
• North Pacific Yachts
On-Shore Vendors:
• Boat Name Gear
• Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection
• CT Sea Scouts
• Milford Sail & Power Squadron
• Neil Pryde Sailmakers
• North Sails
• West Marine
• Seabreeze Boats
• Sutton Sail Repair
• Milford Yacht Club
SailQuest Boat Show will be held at Milford Lisman Landing May 18-20, 2012, 10-5pm daily, free parking and admission.
WORLDWIDE SAIL MANUFACTURER AND NATIONAL BOATING RETAILER SUPPORT LOCAL BOAT SHOW
North Sails and West Marine Showcasing at SailQuest Boat Show, Milford, CT
May 18-20, 2012
Bridgeport, CT - (March 23, 12) North Sails, a global leader in sail technology and manufacturing based in Milford, Connecticut is presenting at SailQuest Boat Show. West Marine, a popular national boating retailer among boating enthusiasts is also presenting at the show. This spring boat show kicks off the boating season in New England and is being held at Milford Lisman Landing Marina in Milford, Connecticut from May 18-20, 2012.
“North Sails is proud to partner with SailQuest Boat Show. While North is a global leader in the industry, we place a tremendous amount of value on our hometown sailors. Many people don’t know our world headquarters is in Milford, CT. The world’s most technologically advanced sails are built right here in Milford by local sailors and sailmakers. We’re thrilled SailQuest Boat Show is taking place in our hometown this year and look forward to seeing everyone there,” states Tom Castiglione, North Sails Sales Manager. “The highlight of any of our public events is where kids get to make their own sails and take them home. Many of our staff will be on hand to teach the children how to make their very own sails out of real sailcloth with timeless sailmaking techniques.”
This unique and family-oriented show will feature new sailboats, trawlers, downeast-style powerboats and select brokerage yachts for sale, from 20 to over 50 feet long. Additionally, a variety of companies will be on-site offering small boats, gear and other products and services, including financing and insurance. Attendees will be able to take advantage of daily introduction-to-sailing opportunities, including sailing trips with certified instructors. West Marine will be on hand for answering a diverse number of questions about purchasing the right products for the 2012 boating season.
“Part of our mission at West Marine is to provide products and services that provide outstanding value to every customer. Participating in local boat shows underscores this passion for us. SailQuest Boat Show is a fantastic opportunity for us to meet with our customers in a fun atmosphere beside so many other boating industry leaders. Also, Milford Lisman Landing is the perfect place for the show being right on the water and so close to downtown shops and restaurants in Milford,” says Jeff Clark, West Marine Store Manager, Stratford, CT.
Previously held in Mystic Connecticut, the show has relocated to a more central location on the Connecticut coast minutes from I-95 and the Merritt Parkway, steps from Metro North Railroad and directly on Long Island Sound. The show offers free parking and free admission!
The docks at Milford Landing will showcase a wide range of models from quality manufacturers, including: Cutwater, Catalina, Hanse, Jeanneau, Island Packet, Hunter, Lagoon, Beneteau, J Boats, X-Yachts, Minor Offshore, Nordic Tug, Ranger Tug, North Pacific and more to be announced.
SailQuest Boat Show will be held at Milford Lisman Landing May 18-20, 2012, 10-5pm daily.
If you are interested in exhibiting, call WindCheck at 203-332-7639 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
About North Sails North Sails has become the worldwide leader in sailmaking through an ongoing commitment to designing and building sails that are faster, lighter and longer lasting than any other sails in the world. In 1992, North Sails introduced 3DL and more recently introduced 3Di, both revolutionary sailmaking technologies that thermo-mold sails as a unitary membrane on full-sized 3-dimensional molds. North Sails is part of North Technology Group, LLC, a diverse family of companies serving marine and manufacturing markets worldwide. Each was founded on the principle of delivering advanced performance through superior technology. For more information, visit: http://www.northsails.com
About West Marine West Marine (Nasdaq: WMAR), the largest specialty retailer of boating supplies and accessories, has more than 310 company-owned stores located in 38 states, Puerto Rico and Canada and three franchised stores located in Turkey. Our call center and Internet channels offer Customers over 75,000 products plus the convenience of exchanging catalog and Internet purchases at our Store locations. Our Port Supply division is one of the largest wholesale distributors of marine equipment serving boat manufacturers, marine services, commercial vessel operators and government agencies. For more information on West Marine's products and store locations, or to start shopping, visit westmarine.com or call 1-800-BOATING (1-800-262-8464).
SailQuest to be held May 18-20, 2012
Bridgeport, CT - (February 22, 2012) SailQuest Boat Show will take place at Milford Lisman Landing Marina in Milford, Connecticut from May 18-20, 2012. This unique and family-oriented show will feature new sailboats, trawlers, downeast-style powerboats and select brokerage yachts for sale, from 20 to over 50 feet long. Additionally, a variety of companies will be on-site offering small boats, gear and other products and services, including financing and insurance. Attendees will be able to take advantage of daily introduction-to-sailing opportunities, including sailing trips with certified instructors.
Previously held in Mystic Connecticut, the show has relocated to a more central spot on the Connecticut coast minutes from I-95 and the Merritt Parkway, steps from Metro North Railroad and directly on Long Island Sound. The show offers free parking and free admission! “Today's marketplace is shifting focus towards smaller boutique type shows that benefits both consumers and dealers. A sales-driven agenda coupled with low show overhead allows not only for free admission to show goers, but also gives dealers incentive to provide outstanding pre- season deals on their inventory. Buyers can literally save thousands on their next boat,” said Rick Dieterich from Springline Yacht Sales.
The docks at Milford Landing will showcase a wide range of models from quality manufacturers, including: Cutwater, Catalina, Hanse, Jeanneau, Island Packet, Hunter, Lagoon, Beneteau, J Boats, Minor Offshore, Nordic Tug, Ranger Tug and more to be announced. “SailQuest Boat Show is the perfect place for families to spend the day and kick off the boating season,” notes Anne Hannan of WindCheck Magazine.
Milford Lisman Landing is located in beautiful historic downtown Milford, which is filled with restaurants and shops within easy walking distance. Come to SailQuest and find your future in boating!
If you are interested in exhibiting, call WindCheck at 203-332-7639 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .