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2026 marks a rather majestic milestone… the Merlin Rocket turns 80 and the class will launch its celebrations in style at the RYA Dinghy and Watersports Show 2026 on stand J34.

Designed by Musto specifically for competitive dinghy sailing, this range focuses on performance where it matters most. Lightweight construction, high stretch fabrics and race driven detailing throughout.

The NorthStar SailGP Team wrapped up racing in the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix in 10th position overall, recording the top speed during the weekend and breaking their own in-race record at over 101.3 kph.

As the spray settled on Auckland’s Waitemata Harbour the split-fleet format used on Day 2 received a cautious welcome from the SailGP teams

Wimbleball Sailing Club are pleased to confirm the Exmoor Beastie is scheduled for 12.00 noon on Sunday 22nd March 2026.

First competed for in 1978, the prestigious and international women-only keelboat regatta ran successfully until 1995. Since then, the beautiful trophy has been displayed in the club trophy cabinet but without further competition.

Get your season off to a flying start at the most beautiful inland sailing venue (unofficially ‘the Garda of the North’!), with a two-day training weekend at Ullswater Yacht Club (UYC) over the 18th and 19th of April.

Hyde Sails are delighted to launch our Dinghy Show Week Promotion once again, offering 10% off all One Design sails, covers and accessories. This exclusive discount is only available online through the Hyde Sails webshop.

Another day of incredibly tough racing conditions during the 2025-26 season couldn’t stop the reigning world 18ft skiff champion Yandoo team of John Winning Jr, Fang Warren and Lewis Brake from scoring a hard-fought victory.

The BONDS Flying Roos have stormed home to claim back-to-back victories at the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix, defending their Auckland title with a masterclass display in challenging conditions.