The used boat market can often be a daunting place…
By Steve Wilson The used boat market can often be a daunting place, however here at RS Sailing we want to take away the stress of searching for that perfect “New for You” boat. There are many different places to look for a used boat, as we are drawn closer together by...
A quick snapshot of the RS800
By Steve Wilson The RS800, first introduced in 1999 is the fastest boat in the RS range. This two person, twin trapeze asymmetric offers exhilarating performance on a remarkably stable platform. A weight equalisation system offers equal performance for a wide range of...
A fleet of RS Zests make a splash in Bermuda
Earlier this year, U Sail Bermuda took delivery of 6 new RS Zest sailboats which are the first RS Zests on the island. The RS Zest is designed to be the most up-to-date best-single-handed sailboat for clubs and commercial training centres for not only the beginner...
How to make a soft shackle
Why buy a soft shackle when you make one? If splicing is your latest 'stay home' hobby watch the video below. Use the code 'STAYATHOME' to get 25% off* all splicing accessories from the RS Sailing Store! Use the links below to get everything you need; D-Splicer D16...
The RS Aero – Rig & Sails
After years of development we believe the RS Aero is the most technically advanced boat in its sector. Which explains why it’s the most exciting and best-selling modern single-hander - and easily handled too! Dynamic Three Rig System From day one we assumed a...
What makes an ideal cottage sailboat?
Morten Fogh, from Fogh Marine - Canada's RS Distributor, shares his top tips for how to look for the ideal cottage sailboat. Canada has a large cottage lifestyle where those that live in the cities head out to their cottage for the summer season. Whether you enjoy...
Rig tuning your RS
By Spinlock Ltd Rig tuning can be a sensitive subject around the dinghy park. With conflicting ideas, methodologies and practices leading to a wealth of invaluable and not so valuable advice at the finger tips of season regulars and those new to a class. RS fleets are...
A celebration of RS Tera girl power!
Head of the World Sailing Trust, Dee Cafferi, commented “If we want our sport to progress and move forwards then we need to consider 50% of the population, otherwise we are going to be left behind. This is for all of us to take forwards into the future with a...
The RS100, launched in 2010, is celebrating its 10th birthday this year!
The RS100, launched in 2010, is celebrating its 10th birthday this year. When the boat was launched in 2010 it received a hot welcome from the dinghy sailing fraternity, sweeping awards everywhere it went including “Sailing World Boat of the Year” and “Yachts &...
2019 was another great year for RS International
By Dan Jaspers - International Business Development Activity in the ‘Rest of the World’ (ROW) territory of RS’s international sales saw another great year in 2019. Along with a number of National and Regional Sailing Associations, Sailing Clubs, Schools as well as...