OUR STORY
From a lifelong passion for swimming to a global triathlon brand: this is the story of Jan Sibbersen and sailfish.
THE ORIGIN
Swimming has always been Jan's greatest passion. As a young swimmer, he dedicates every day to perfecting his stroke. He loves the feeling of gliding effortlessly and quickly through the water and the freedom it gives him.
2007
THE JOURNEY BEGINS
After retiring from professional swimming, Jan recognized numerous opportunities to pass on his knowledge and develop products that could revolutionize swimming.
2007
THE VISION
Jan founded sailfish with the aim of inspiring people to take up swimming and triathlon and sharing his love of swimming with others.
2007
THE BIG STAGE
In the same year, Javier Gomez swims to the world championship title in sailfish. The beginning of a new chapter.
2009
NEW PERSPECTIVES
The G-Range revolutionized the design of wetsuits. A unique suit – even today.
To the G-Range 9
2010
sailfish NIGHT OF THE YEAR
The sailfish night of the year is more than an annual ceremony event – it became a celebration of triathlon culture. Since 2010, the triathlon community joins to celebrate the achievements of the year.
To our Events
2017 & 2018
BACK TO BACK
Patrick Lange not only becomes IRONMAN World Champion – he dominates the race. The first person to finish in under eight hours in Hawaii – and the first IRONMAN World Champion in a sailfish.
2018
THE FASTEST OF ALL TIME
At the age of 43, Jan returns to the World Championship in Kona. Twelve years after retiring, he breaks Lars Jorgensen's 23-year-old swimming record in 46:29.
2023
THE NEXT GENERATION
At the age of 24, Sam Laidlow becomes the youngest IRONMAN World Champion ever. Sam leads our new generation of athletes who inspire triathletes around the world.
TODAY
OUR SPIRIT
From perfecting every stroke to the IRONMAN swim record. The spirit of pushing boundaries is found in every sailfish product.
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sailfish Academy
We help you completely reimagine swimming. With our Academy, you will learn the basics of open water swimming and the best tips for swimming in triathlons from Jan Sibbersen.
EPISODE 1
FUN SWIM SESSIONS
EPISODE 2
TIPS FOR MORE EFFICIENT SWIMMING
EPISODE 3
ALL THE GEAR
EPISODE 4
SAFETY TIPS
EPISODE 5
OPEN WATER SWIM TIPS
EPISODE 6
OH S**T MOMENTS
EPISODE 7
TIPS FOR RACE DAY
EPISODE 8
WARM-UP DRILLS
EPISODE 9
EXPERT FITTING TIPS
EPISODE 10
SWIM FASTER
EPISODE 11
BREATHING CORRECTLY
EPISODE 12
HIP ROTATION
EPISODE 13
UNWRITTEN RULES
EPISODE 14
DEMO SWIMS
FOR EVERY ATHLETE
Whether you are chasing personal bests or enjoying time with friends in the water, sailfish helps you enjoy your swim.