What We Do
Topper Sailboats Canada are the Canadian distributor of the Topper/Topaz line of boats from Topper International Ltd. TOPPER is a UK manufacturer of sailing dinghies and catamarans that has received global recognition for its market leading production techniques and product design.
TOPPER Sailboats are most famous for the production of the iconic Topper sailing dinghy that shares the companies name. Approximately 50,000 Topper dinghies have been produced and sold by Topper Sailboats worldwide since it’s launch nearly 40 years ago. This huge success story gives the Topper Sailboats brand a rich heritage and a proven track record that is hard to match.
TOPPER Sailboats also manufacture an ultra-modern range of multiple-Award winning sailing dinghies and catamarans under the Topaz™ brandname. The Topaz™ branding refers to the unrivalled trilaminated Metalicene™ hull construction of the range. Included in the Topaz range are the original TOPAZ System, and her younger siblings the Topaz TAZ, Topaz VIBE, Topaz XENON, Topaz OMEGA and Topaz ARGO dinghies, as well as the Topaz 12, Topaz 14 and Topaz 16 catamarans.
Philosophy
Topper boats are sailed throughout the world, with sales growing each year. The entire range is renowned for it’s high build quality, fastidious attention to detail and the incredible value for money that they represent. Topper are now represented in over 50 countries across the globe, a glowing testament to Topper’s clever and innovative design philosophy. With nearly 40 years in thermoplastic boat building technology and construction no one has more experience.
The Topaz Range benefits from the very latest thinking in hydrodynamic hulls and rig technology. The design team includes luminaries such as Rob White, Ian Howlett and Yves Loday whose cvs include Olympic successes and the design of several America’s Cup yachts including Prada.
The entire range all represent; unrivalled construction quality, superb boat design and fast, fun & forgiving performance. Topper Sailboats appeal to beginners and experienced racers alike, because all of the boats have impeccable handling and offer exciting levels of controllable performance. This is why Topper International has such a popular following amongst schools and clubs as well as families that are in the know.
Technology
Topper Sailboats have nearly 40 years of experience in thermoplastic engineering. The company has won the Design Council Award for ‘Outstanding Product Design’ and has been awarded the prestigious Horners Award for ‘Innovation in plastics Design and Manufacture’. So, it is safe to say that, Topper have a unique and unrivalled understanding of the production of injection moulded and rota-moulded sailboats. And this ‘know-how’ has enabled Topper to produce superior hulls that are lighter, stiffer and stronger than anything else around.
Topper work closely with a small team of designers including some of the worlds top sailors and marine suppliers to ensure that our product designs have an unrivalled sailing pedigree. The Topper Sailboat range has been awarded numerous international boat design awards in recent years which is testament to the hard work, dedication and attention to detail of this small group of talented individuals.
WWS Opti – $3,775
Ideal teaching boat for very young absolute beginners. “Exceptionally simple, safe and stable” – Very robust, maintenance free TRILAM construction. At a price that is easy on the camp, family or school budget! […]
TAZ – $4,799
Internationally Award Winning Design. “Smaller and lighter, nippier and more handy than a Topper or Pico, which make it a more suitable size for introducing young children to sailing” – Yachts & Yachting […]
TOPPER – $7,675
ISAF Recognised Full International Racing Class. Nearly 50,000 boats sold worldwide. The Topper Class is a fun and friendly class that is responsible for developing some of the best young sailors in the world. […]
Maverick 4-in-1 – $6,950
New from Topper for 2021. The Maverick 4-IN-1 is the ultimate water sport board! Paddle Board, Stand-Up Sailing, Sailing Dinghy or Windsurfer – All conditions are perfect for the Maverick! […]
TOPAZ – $7,999
BEST Dinghy – SAIL Magazine. “The Topaz is a landmark design offering the perfect combination of simplicity and thrills” – Yachts & Yachting. Probably the most versatile small sailboat ever! Versatile choice of rig options. […]
RANGER – $13,999
The Topaz Ranger is a good all-round boat; simple enough for virtual novices, has decent capacity and makes a great family cottage boat. The Ranger has a really nice deep and spacious cockpit with the capacity to comfortably carry one to four crew. […]
VIBE X – $14,875
Best Dinghy – Coup de Coeur. The Vibe will undoubtedly appeal equally to hot shot youngsters, couples and parent & child combinations. Extra WIDE BEAM means the power is easy to handle and guarantee a comfortable & stable platform for all age groups. […]
ARGO – $15,950
BEST Dinghy – SAIL Magazine. “Fast, well mannered, easy to sail and good looking, this is the kind of a boat that will appeal to sailors of all ages and backgrounds… will thrill its crew when the wind is up… while not scaring the wits out of less experienced sailors.” […]
OMEGA – $18,599
“Quite capable of replacing learning boats like the Wayfarer and Stratos” – Yachting Life. The combination of the stability & performance together with reefing and easy control systems means the Omega is the ultimate multi purpose family sailboat. […]
XENON X – $20,950
“Formidable style… Precise well mannered & easy to drive upwind with good speed and excellent stability” – Yachts & Yachting. An excellent high performance 2-man hiking boat perfect for getting your friend or partner into sailing or club racing. […]
XK1 – $24,999
The world’s first Rota-moulded keelboat! The Xenon XK1 is equipped with a lifting keel which enhances the stability and makes it virtually impossible to capsize in normal sailing conditions.
Topaz 12 – $10,999
Best Multihull – Yachts & Yachting. The key to the Topaz 12 is her simplicity. Rigging is quick and easy. The 12 is simple and lightweight enough to be operated by one child although it is primarily designed for two crew. […]
Topaz 14 – $14,499
“The ride of a lifetime” – Yachts & Yachting. The Topaz Catamarans have been designed by International multihull racing legends Yves Loday and Robert White. The 14 is a wonderful 14 foot catamaran that is fast, fun and forgiving. […]
Topaz 16 – $16,999
“Provides a different kind of sailing experience. On the water it feels stiffer, lighter and more dynamic than any rotomoulded cat produced by Dart or Hobie, with taut feedback that qualifies as ‘true performance’ sailing” – Y&Y […]