Between March 14–18, 2026, the Lightning Class descended on St. Petersburg, FL for the 2026 ILCA Winter Championship. Always a well-attended event, the promise of warmer weather drew 34 teams to the line—over 100 sailors in total! It’s a strong showing for the class and a testament to the depth and competitiveness of the fleet. … Read More
WASZP CLASS USA: Foiling 101 Open House at Portland Yacht Club From 22-26 July, the Portland Yacht Club in Falmouth, Maine played host to the WASZP Class USA’s Foiling 101 Open House, sponsored by Sail1Design and America One Racing. Special thanks go to Rick Wood of Jensen Beach FL, who supplied us with 3 WASZPs … Read More
The 126th Larchmont Race Week concluded on Sunday, July 21 after nine days of high quality racing. The regatta kicked off on the 13th, featuring fleet racing for One Design classes and 3 v 3 team racing in z420s/ 2 v 2 in Ideal 18s. True to Long Island Sound’s reputation in the summer, the … Read More
If you are thinking about sailing in college, be sure to check out this information session hosted by the SouthAtlantic conference of the Intercollegiate Sailing Association (SAISA). SAISA is home to schools in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee and Alabama. This conference boasts over 30 active college sailing teams, beautiful year-round sailing conditions, and some … Read More
To be held in Annapolis, Maryland, August 15-18 Collegiate FJs US Sailing Waivers and Releases US Sailing Membership- Join/Renew here – All competitors must have a current USSA membership valid through end of racing to be legible to complete. International athletes may show proof of current membership with MNA as an alternative. Timeline Application … Read More
We are happy once again to announce that nominations for the 11th annual S1D Coach of the Year Award are now being accepted! There are SO many deserving coaches out there, and so much of this past year to use to choose a new winner. Here is your chance to reflect on your last year of sailing, and … Read More
International Lightning Class Association May 3, 2024 Tarpon Springs, FL Since the inception of the International Lightning Class Boat Grant Program in 2007, over 45 young teams have enjoyed the incredible level of racing and camaraderie the Lightning Class offers. 10 of these teams continue to actively race in the class today. The Lightning Class … Read More
Sail1Design is pleased to bring you our coach panel’s ICSA Team Race Rankings Update #2. LOTS of data to digest and update!!! Remember to click on the team’s ranking link to read Coach Panel Comments! Thanks to our panel: Chris Klevan (Stanford), Ken Legler (Emeritus), John Mollicone (Brown), Isaac Clark (U Penn), and Johnny Norfleet … Read More
Ken Legler, just retired from a multi-decade run as a successful championship college sailing coach, most notably at Tufts University, shares his notebook with Sail1Design in this Team Racing how-to series> Enjoy. Winter Teammate Meetings, By Ken Legler “Telling ‘em ain’t learning ‘em,” was the sage advice of Gary Bodie’s (famous sailing coach) grandfather. Before … Read More
Sail1Design is elated to bring you our coach panel’s ICSA Team Race Rankings again. Remember to click on the team’s ranking link to read Coach Panel Comments! For Open Rankings #1, CLICK HERE For Women’s Rankings #1, CLICK HERE Spring 2024 ICSA Team Racing Preview by Ken Legler Brought to you by Dynamic Dollies Team … Read More
Kaneohe Bay Yacht Club, Oahu, Hawaii, United States, 26 March 2024 – 31 March 2024 Early Entry Fee: USD 200 Required membership: International WASZP Class Membership 2024 Event Information: Head to foiling paradise for a double-header in March 2024 – US Nationals and Americas Championship in the beautiful Kaneohe Bay. The sailing promises to … Read More
The International Lightning Class will again provide 3 boats to promising young sailors like you! If you’re over 19, consider this your personal invitation to apply!You’ll get the best equipment. Race-winning boats with new sails, new rigging, covers and an assigned Lightning Class mentor to help you get to the front. In the boat park … Read More
News from our sponsor PredictWind: PredictWind, the leader in maritime weather technology, announces the launch of PredictCurrent, the world’s most comprehensive, high-resolution tidal currents model. This groundbreaking solution empowers users to navigate local waters around the globe with unparalleled accuracy, providing a new level of insight into tidal and ocean currents. PredictCurrent represents a leap … Read More