About DeckHardware

Phil and Mel Yeomans

Distributing Sailing, Marine and Industrial Brands in Australia, New Zealand and the Australasia Region.

 

It is our aim to support and promote Australian Sailing.

DeckHardware is a Family Business, our Team has a long history in Sailing with a range of experience in the industry and as sailors.

As an Importer and Distributor our warehouse in Brookvale, NSW Australia holds a wide range of products from our Global Brands that we distribute in the region to Chandleries, Riggers and more.

 

Who are the DeckHardware Team - Starting with the Yeomans Family

(Phil and Mel are seen volunteering on the water in the image)

Robyn grew up sailing out of Middle Harbour Yacht Club (Sydney Harbour) racing in both Inshore and Offshore divisions. Robyn has been a part of DeckHardware for over 25 years and brings the knowledge from this time with her.

Phil grew up sailing on Pittwater (north of Sydney) racing in many classes over the years including Manly Juniors, Lasers, 5.5’s, 505’s, several trailer Yachts, E22’s, 1/2 and 1 Tonners, A10m, Sydney 38’s and more. Phil is well known for his knowledge of boats, having built several classes and has a freaky ability to recognise boats and designs.  Phil is a National Race Official and has a blog that he regularly posts on.

Melissa has been part of DeckHardware for over 18 years. Melissa grew up sailing on family and friends yachts as well as competing in Manly Juniors and Flying 11’s out of Middle Harbour Yacht Club and Manly 16' Skiff Sailing Club. At the young age of 22 she purchased her first yacht Animus an Adams 10m. Check out Melissa's Blog for regular updates.

Mel Steering Animus

Locky PryorLocky Pryor has been part of the DeckHardware extended family for a number of years and now assists us in the warehouse.

Locky has experience in the industry predominantly working at a number of Yacht Clubs with their Junior programs.

Locky is currently sailing 16ft Skiffs however has also sailed yachts, 18's, Finns and Cadets. Locky has visited the Allen factory in England, on top of his knowledge from using our products for years. 

 

Nathan Splicing some rope for his boats

The DeckHardware Ambassadors led by Nathan Edwards, are sailors from all areas of our sport.

Nathan has been a DeckHardware Ambassador for a number of years. First appearing on the team's radar well over a decade ago when learning to sail. Nathan has a great knowledge of the DeckHardware brands especially Allen and LIROS Ropes, working closely with a number of our Suppliers on product development. 

Our Ambassadors help out with product development and testing. You can follow their stories on our news page or our Facebook Page

 

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View the Brands we Distribute in the region

 

DeckHardware and LIROS Ropes extend partnership with Australian Sailing

LIROS Ropes Official Rope Supplier to the Australian Sailing Team

 

 

 

DeckHardware is assisted around the country by friends from the sailing community. Helping at special events, during busy periods and hosting Phil on his many visits around the country.