At RS Sailing, innovation drives everything we do. That’s why we designed the RS Zest with one purpose in mind: to make learn-to-sail programs more effective, enjoyable, and accessible. Here are the top 10 features that make the RS Zest the go-to boat for training...
2025 is a pretty special year – 10 years of the RS Quest! This training dinghy has become the go-to for sailing schools and youth programs all over the world. Initially created in partnership with the UK Sea Cadets to replace their old fleet, designer Jo Richards and...
In recent years, catamarans have become an increasingly popular choice for learning the fundamentals of sailing. But what makes these multihulls a preferred learning option compared to traditional monohulls? The answer can be summed up in three key benefits:...
The end of the UK racing season is nearly here after some blindingly sunny days over the last few weeks. The strong winds are back, the sea state is kicking up, and the air temperature is dropping. Now for some of our hardier sailors, there's no such thing as an end...
A dinghy is a big investment. At RS Sailing, we understand this commitment, and we are big believers in multi-purposing to maximise value for money. The RS Zest is one of those versatile investments. Designed as a beginner sailing boat it can also double-up as a yacht...
There’s nothing quite as satisfying as folding back your top cover at the start of the season and working out what bimbles you’re going to take on to give you that edge on the racecourse. Bimble wizard and RS800 legend Tom Morris (Mozzy Sails), who’s supported by...
The leaves are falling, the days are getting shorter and the weather is becoming colder. With winter months rapidly approaching, sailors are facing the sad reality that sailing season is coming to an end. No matter how hard we try to ignore it, the shortening of days...
We get asked a lot about the difference between the RS Feva sails, so RS Jake Elsbury and Andrew Taphouse spent some time at the RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show talking through the different mainsails and jibs we offer at the RS Sailing Store. Here's all the...
We've partnered with RYA to give you these handy tips for anchoring your dinghy when the wind is with the tide. Watch it here!
We've partnered with the Royal Yachting Association to give you these handy tips for launching and landing your dinghy in a windward shore. Watch it here!
In the RS community, we are passionate about helping others reach their full potential. This makes for fierce racing on the water and creates vibrant classes that keep inspiring sailors decades on. We caught up with Greg Bartlett, who after a lot of dedication, won...
The season is kicking off, and as ever, it’s essential to spend some time rigging up your boats and sailing it before your customers and students arrive at your Sailing Club or Training Centre. Take the time to blow out all the cobwebs from last season and pick up on...
