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January 18, 2025 4 min read
Start the 2025 Sailing Season with a New Laser.
Laser and the International Laser Class Association - (ILCA) have had some changes over the last few years and it has become a bit confusing for those not following. We'll try and keep it short and explain the changes.
A Laser dinghy and an ILCA dinghy are essentially the same boat and same hull design still with three rig options, just with different names.
Due to legal challenges and the ownership rights over the Laser name and starburst logo the International Laser class were forced to change the boats name from the Laser to the ILCA.
In early 2019 the boat brand sail insignia changed from the Laser Starburst to the ILCA Logo and ILCA named boats started to roll out with the introduction of more manufacturers.
Realistically, there are only a few changes:
What makes it more confusing is that many people find it hard to call the boat by its new name, the ILCA, when they've spend so many years calling it a Laser - for us it doesn't matter, its still the same great boat loved by so many across the World.
Sailing Chandlery sell the Devoti ILCA and our new Laser boat package provides you with a brand new top of the range, top quality Laser sailing dinghy. A complete boat including a launching trolley and breathable boat cover
You don't have to buy a full boat package, we also sell boats without a trolley and cover, or you can buy just a hull If you would like to update an older boat.
Originally designed in 1969 the boat was initially designed as a car toppable sailing dinghy and its journey over the years led to the dinghy being the Olympic class of choice for both men and women.
The Laser has become the world's most popular sailing dinghy, you would be hard pushed to visit any dinghy sailing club across the World that doesn't have a Laser in their dinghy park.
The reason the Laser dinghy is popular is because of its flexibility, the three rig options allow sailors from 35kg up to fully grown adults to sail the same hull but with different sail variations. The rigs are very easy to swap and means you can grow with the boat or adjust the rig to the conditions to get your perfect sailing experience.
Whether you're looking for a boat to sail casually, or a boat to race competitively it's very likely the Laser will meet your needs.
Weight Range - 35-55kgs
Sail Area - 4.7 Square Meter
Laser 4.7 / ILCA 4 Boat Package
Weight Range - 55-70kgs
Sail Area - 5.76 Square Meter
Laser Radial / ILCA 6 Boat Package
Weight Range - 70-95kgs
Sail Area - 7.06 Square Meter
Got all the upgrades already but your hull is a little tired? Why not simply buy a brand new Laser hull to give your sailing some extra turbo on that water this year.
Here is what's included in our boat package.
We always tailor a boat package to your exact needs. We've helped lots of customers get the best out of their new boat by adding a range of accessories.
These include:
Boats are held in stock ready to be delivered or collected from our base in Essex. There is usually a 1-2 week lead time on delivery from the point of order and payment.
You can collect your new boat from us in Essex, or we can provide you with a quotation to deliver the boat to your door or local sailing club.
Get in touch with our friendly team for an informal chat about your requirements and what we can do for you.
Email - info@sailingchandlery.com
Phone - 01268 222 912
I rang to request some advice on replacement parts for my dinghy and was very impressed with the excellent advice and efficient delivery of the required parts. Many thanks
Great product, safely packaged, delivered on time, at a competitive price. One more thing - the person on the end of the phone is an actual person, informative, helpful, knowledgeable and pleasant. What more could you ask for.
The sales team were quick responding to our questions, dispatched to us promptly, and the product is a perfect replacement for our old tiller which ended up at the bottom of a lake!
It was time for me to upgrade to a newer Ilca and it was recommended that I get a Devoti. The price was competitive and the service from Andrew and his team was fantastic. I received lots of communication and the boat was delivered to me within 2 weeks. It is really great that Sailing Chandlery take the time to set up the rigging so that you can get straight on the water. I am very pleased with my new boat and am loving sailing it. Thank you Sailing Chandlery!
Ordered a dyneema RSAero halyard on the Thursday. It arrived by mid day on the Friday and was used on the Saturday. Excellent product and service. Thank you
Cover arrived after three days and is well made and completely covers the boat boom up . The straps and clips all work fine. Good product.
My local chandlery were unable to supply a white inspection hatch and so it was amatter of looking online. Sailing Chandlery had the cover I needed in stock at a good price and delivery. I had never used them before but the service I received was excellent with the delivery on time and the hatch is now fitted.
I will definitely return, especially with the discounts on offer. Thank you Sailing Chandlery!
Always happy with my orders from Sailing Chandlery. They are quick to post and very helpful when I have had a question.
Jason delivered the boat on time at Hayling Island Sailing Club. The boat was new and all the spars were in perfect condition. Jason came to pick up the boat and return the deposit which I gave at the time of the delivery. Every interaction with Andrew and Jason were handled very professionally. I will recommend to any sailor Sailing Chandlery in the future. I really appreciated how easy it was to charter this boat. Thank you very much. Jacques Kerrest
Prompt delivery, with helpful updates and time slot spot on. Perfect new sail at a great price and the number fixing service is well worth it. It even won its first race! Thank you.
I needed GBR letters for the ILCA Europeans and they arrived by the next post.
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