Aris Tsamis - President and Owner
Aris has been involved in the sailing business since the early 1970's, working his way from basic entry positions through rigging, sales, instruction, warranty, and management. Aris has been a positive, consistent influence for the growth of the wind and water sports community in North Texas.

A native of North Texas, Aris has been an avid sailor since he was eleven; bringing decades of knowledge to our company.  With a warm, energetic, and enthusiastic approach to all things (including his staff and customers) he can invoke pleasant communication with anyone, allowing him to promote his passions through the business.

Aris is also a walking encyclopedia on all subjects related to sailing, windsurfing, paddling, and standup paddle boarding (he has bona fide, extensive experience in most of these water sports venues).  If Aris doesn't know the answer to your questions he'll do his best to find the answers from our extensive source of industry contacts.
Email: aris@mariner-sails.com

 

Mike Stovall - Paddling and Fishing Kayaks
With a calm manner and easygoing attitude Mike can help you with your basic hydrotherapy.

Mike is known for making sure everyone understands the ins and outs of all manner of kayaks for those interested.  He understands that water sports are key to psychological and physical well-being, and he treats each person as an individual with specialized hydro-therapeutic needs.  Mike has loads of consistent paddling, and solid sailing experience.  He can be found every Thursday evening at White Rock Lake paddling and/or demonstrating kayaks with Chris. Email: mike@mariner-sails.com
 

John is our most avid and experienced catamaran sailor, and possibly one of the most active and skilled cat sailors in North Texas.  John has been everywhere and sailed throughout Australia, Central America, and North America.  He is a frequent participant in the Great Texas 300 long distance catamaran regatta, this is one of many regatta venues he is experienced with.
Email: jaws@mariner-sails.com

Ursula Barnhill - Kayaks
Ursula's warm and informative manner allows paddlers of all stripes to easily make good choices for their kayaking needs.

Ursula has nine years of consistent paddling experience in a variety of conditions and several different kayaks.  Her passion for kayaking and paddle sports in general, is very contagious. If you are not getting enough time on the water she is not afraid of affectionately letting you know - just as everyone should paddle on a regular basis. She is usually found with the Thursday night paddle group (along with Mike Stovall) at Whiterock Lake.
Email: ursula@mariner-sails.com  

Dave King - Shipping, Web Orders, Boat Rigging/Repair, Kayaks
Dave is here to help you, whether it be with kayaks, finding parts and hardware, building trailers or cutting line.

A Texas native and DIY'er, Dave enjoys woodworking and has built his own 16' sailboat, which is a continuous work in progress! He is experienced with West Systems, boat building, sailboat rigging, and kayaking, and is always willing to offer friendly, customer service. He is a good resource for finding and ordering Hobie Cat and Kayak parts. Dave lives with his wife and dog near White Rock Lake.
Email: dave@mariner-sails.com
 

Ariel Howell - Windsurfing, Customer Service
Ariel has been a windsurfing enthusiast from early childhood. As a participant in our youth windsurfing program she quickly became one of the windsurfers the other students looked up to. You'll find her at our front counter to greet you when you visit. She is eager to get you pointed in the right direction!

Email: ariel@mariner-sails.com
 

Chris Beal  - Sail Making & Sail Repair
Chris has worked his way up in our company to sail-making and repair very rapidly with a solid, steady work ethic and results that speaks for itself.

He is responsible for all the intricate details involved with stitching, patching, fitting, and sail shaping.

Rose Reyes - Seamstress
Rose is hardworking and a pleasant presence for all who know her.

Rose is the force behind the scenes for our sail making department.  Without Rose we would be unable to keep up with the ever-increasing amount of orders in our sail loft.  She is responsible for much of the stitching, fabric processing, and non-sailing related construction.