The RS500 has been our best selling performance class in 2007, 2008 and 2009. Fleets are building in UK clubs and internationally.
Single trapeze
Gennaker
GRP composite construction
Comfortable self draining cockpit
Stable hull
Exciting performance
Simple user friendly layout
Broad crew weight range
Two main & gennaker size options
Incredible value
Speed and handling Thoroughbred handling - electric performance - remarkably easy
Light, stiff and easily driven - the RS500 delivers truly exciting performance with remarkably easy handling. Twice winners of the "Sailboat of the Year" award, the RS design team has a record second to none and the RS500 marks a real step forward in its sector. Three generations of the RS500 hull and deck design have been evaluated. Every element of the boat has been worked on to add performance, make the boat easier to sail, reduce complication and streamline production. Now you can be the judge.
The uncluttered and spacious cockpit is class leading in its comfort for adults and young sailors. Low transom design makes climbing aboard after capsize easy and a pivoting centreboard and rudder make launch and recovery safe.
For racing Full Class programme
The hull design, cockpit ergonomics and rig size result from extensive R & D and allow the RS500 to be ideal for sailors across a broad weight range so the RS500 suits both men and women. The whole family can enjoy a piece of the action.
As part of the renowned RS Class Association, the RS500 has racing events, training and a great social programme.
With boat numbers growing in the UK and internationally, the RS500 has applied for ISAF Recognised Status.
Class Association - Class rules - Racing Circuit - Training programme
For fun
Quick to rig - easy to own - fast and a blast
The clear cockpit and user friendly performance mean the RS500 will be equally at home blasting along the beach as it will on the race track.
Two sail size and spec options allow you to gear the boat according to your size and experience.
Built to perform
Light - stiff - strong
GRP composite is essential to provide the stiffness to weight ratio to create the RS500s crisp, responsive feel and performance. No other material can produce the same results for a boat in this sector
"The RS500 looks and feels like a winner. It is a statement about our undiminished passion to offer the best boat in each sector - truly The Sailor's Choice"
Rig Technology
Tapered aluminium alloy mast for gust response and rig tip efficiency, leading to more speed and better handling.
High tech Mylar XL mainsail for ultra-light weight, low stretch and top performance. Filled Dacron S mainsail and jib for low stretch, ease of use and durability.
Compression strut kicker gives masses of space in the forward part of the cockpit for efficient and comfortable crewing.
