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One-Design Class Profiles

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S1D Class Profile: iFly15 and iFly Razzor Pro

The iFLY15 One Design & iFLY RAZZOR Pro The iFLY is a next-generation all-carbon foiling catamaran that excites both experienced catamaran sailors and newcomers alike. Developed in 2015 from the […]

Tom Sitzmann avatarTom SitzmannSeveral small sailboats race side by side on the open water. The sailors are wearing life vests and hats, and the sails display country codes such as USA and GBR. The sky is clear and the water is calm.

S1D Class Profile: The RS Aero!

Tom Sitzmann avatarTom SitzmannSmall sailboats with colorful sails race on a sunny day, with a few people sailing each boat. A larger sailboat and a motorboat are visible in the background near a shoreline. The water is blue and calm.

One Design Class Profile- WASZP

By Airwaves writer Olivia Hennon History and Mission Since the launch of the WASZP in July 2016, the class has grown throughout the world with its accessible design and camaraderie […]

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The Snipe Atlantic Coast Championship: Good Times, Great Class!

By Airwaves writer Lucas Masiello This weekend, I had the opportunity to sail the Snipe Atlantic Coast Championships at Severn Sailing Association in Annapolis, Maryland. The Snipe class, a 16 […]

Tom Sitzmann avatarTom SitzmannTwo people in life jackets sail a small white sailboat with blue and white sails on a lake, with trees and shoreline visible in the background.

News From East Coast Sailboats: The Melges 15 is Here!

After months of rumors, We can finally talk about Melges’s new boat, The Melges 15.  Melges debut’d the boat on May 19th via Facebook and the Melges newsletter. The press release came out […]

Tom Sitzmann avatarTom SitzmannSeveral small sailboats with single sailors compete in a race on a sunny day, moving through blue water towards a yellow buoy under a partly cloudy sky. The sailors are dressed in life vests.

Three Forgotten One-Design Dinghy Ghosts

Written by Mary Knauth We are all familiar with the drill of the very dawn of sailing for young children.  Parents eager to either make their kids fall in love […]

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New Kid on the Block: Taking a Peek at the RS21

23 November 2018, New Orleans, LA — Frantically making sure all is set, dodging 200+ other dollied-Optis doing the same thing, just what does a parent do after their Opti-sailing […]

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One Design Class Profile: 29er

Looking for a fun high-speed boat for junior sailors? The 29er may be the perfect fit. The 29er is a high-performance youth sailing and training boat. This ISAF recognized class […]

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One Design Class Profile: Nacra 15

Looking for a youth boat built for speed and excitement? Maybe a pathway towards the Olympics? The Nacra 15 offers just that to youth sailors around the world. This semi-foiling […]

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One Design Class Profile: I-420

In the past several years the popularity of the International 420 in the United States has grown. The I-420 is sailed around the world and is a popular dinghy sailed […]

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One Design Class Profile: RS Feva

The RS Feva is an International Class that has been fast-growing around the globe. This double-handed boat brings excitement to sailing for kids wanting to race or just have fun […]

rachelGoetting avatarrachelGoettingTwo sailors compete in a small racing sailboat with 'TEAM GBR' and 'Skandia' logos on the sail. The boat tilts on choppy water during a sailing competition.

One Design Class Profile: 49er

In 1996 the 49er was chosen to be the twin trapeze skiff choice for Olympic sailing. It was designed by Julian Bethwaite and is an evolution of the International 14’s […]

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One Design Class Profile: J/70

Since the launch of the J/70 in 2012, the class has grown every year. Growing not only in the United States but around the world. Just this past September 161 […]

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Kiteboard One-Design: The CR:X

By Airwaves writer Mac Dickson The CR:X, launched by Neil Pryde in October 2016, is a One Design kiteboarding platform that is convertible between foil and twin-tip modes. The system […]

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One Design Class Profile: The Taz

The TAZ sailing dinghy is the little sister of the Topaz sailboat. With the same Topaz style hull, it is smaller, and lighter than a Topper or Pico making it […]

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First WASZP Class Regatta in the USA! : WAZSP Profile and Regatta Report

Looking for a new boat, and not only a new boat but a foiling boat? A boat that is fast, fun, durable, and affordable? The Waszp may just be it! […]

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Radio-Controlled One Design Sailing Takes Off at Tred Avon YC!

Tred Avon YC Embraces RC Fleet into One Design Program The Oxford RC Laser Fleet is proud to announce that it has become a sanctioned racing fleet within the Tred […]

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The Lark Dinghy: A New Era Begins

A new era has begun at Mystic Lake, home of the Tufts University Sailing Team.  Just purchased is the sixth iteration of Larks class dinghies, except these are not ordinary […]

Tom Sitzmann avatarTom SitzmannThree people are sailing a small boat named 'Jackpot' with the number 16 on the bow, moving quickly through choppy waters under a cloudy sky.

One Design Class Profile: Viper 640

By Airwaves writer Brendan Healy The Viper 640 Class will celebrate its 20th anniversary this year, and even after two decades on the water, the class is experiencing more growth […]

Tom Sitzmann avatarTom SitzmannTwo sailors wearing gear balance on the edge of a small sailboat marked “13” as it glides on open water; the text “C420” appears in the sky above them.

Club 420 Class Launches Informational Video

PRESS RELEASE – FOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION North Kingston, Rhode Island, December 21, 2015 As the largest North American youth-oriented, double handed class the Club 420 is a key entry point […]

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