Fluidesign Inc.

About Fluidesign Inc.

Fluidesign Inc. is an advanced manufacturing business located in Central London on Elias Street. The company specializes in the production of elite racing shells for competitive rowing, serving athletes and coaches who require high-performance equipment. Their product lineup includes Single Sculls, Double / Pair, Four / Quad, and Coxed Four / Coxed Quad boats, as well as resale options. The manufacturer emphasizes meticulous carbon engineering to create durable, stiff, and fast shells, featuring exclusive clear finishes that showcase the fully exposed carbon fiber construction. The company's origins are rooted in aviation, tracing back to the work of Diamond Aircraft Industries in London. The business emerged from an exploration into using composite materials for consumer products, specifically leveraging aerodynamic knowledge to minimize drag in boating. Gord Henry, a former Olympic rower for Canada, played a pivotal role in developing the first racing shell, which featured a unique wing-like outrigger design inspired by aircraft. Fluidesign officially began in 1999 and is currently led by Sam Roberts, the son of founder Gord Henry. Each hull is painstakingly crafted by a team of skilled artisans in their own production facility, supplemented by a network of specialized suppliers and partners. In addition to new racing shells, Fluidesign offers a wide variety of replacement parts and components. These include items such as foam deck pads, boat straps, foot stretchers, seat tops, riggers, oarlocks, and various specialized hardware like steering assemblies and water deflectors. For domestic and international customers, the company provides shipping via Canada Post and FedEx.