Refits & performance boats
Focused work for one-design sailboats, yachts, rowing shells, powerboats and other projects that call for tailored solutions.
A West Michigan composites shop specializing in meticulous repairs, refits, and finishing for racing sailboats, yachts, and powerboats.
From a localized gelcoat repair to a yacht refit, the work starts with a careful assessment and a clear plan for the finish you want.
Focused work for one-design sailboats, yachts, rowing shells, powerboats and other projects that call for tailored solutions.
Gelcoat repairs, Awlgrip painting and varnish work for chips, scratches, worn finishes and cosmetic damage—with careful preparation and fairing.
Composite repairs and upgrades for hulls, decks and components, with attention to strength, fit and finish.
From model tooling to yacht refinishing, each project calls for a considered approach to materials, preparation and finish.

Completed model molds for Dean Derusha’s Bob Perry 62 project, with a vivid red finish.

Gelcoat refinishing underway as a mobile project, bringing the tools and materials to the yacht.

Repaired areas filled and faired, primed with 545, then finished in Super Jet Black Awlgrip.
A closer look at boats, appendages and finish details from recent projects.










Send photos, boat details and what you hope to accomplish.
We discuss access, damage and the work needed to make it right.
You receive a written estimate and timing before work begins.
If the scope changes, we discuss the additional work before moving ahead.
The right repair depends on what lies beneath the surface, access to the work and the finish you expect. We review those details with you before estimating the project.
Discuss your projectMaterials and other project costs are estimated separately. The rate helps explain our estimates; every project is scoped individually.
Frank Reeg founded Northside Composites in 2023 to bring dedicated boat repair and composite work to West Michigan. His background in sailing, racing and boatbuilding shapes the way he approaches each project.
Whether your priority is getting back to the racecourse or restoring a finish you are proud of, the work begins with understanding your project and your goals.
Send a few photos, your boat model, the location of the damage and the timing you have in mind. We’ll help identify the next step.
Email your project details