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December 17, 2020 3 min read
Over the past few years or so there has been much change in the World of Laser sailing. Laser Performance, for who we are an authorised dealer, are no longer a class legal builder of boats. This means their boats are no longer ILCA class legal.
This has caused lots of confusion for sailors and the class is now moving forward with essentially the same boat under a different name. The boat is now called the ILCA, which stands for International Laser Class Association. The reason for the name change is because Laser Performance own the right to the term "Laser", so by not renewing the builders licence the International class could no longer use the name Laser.
But what does this mean?
Essentially to keep it short Laser Performance can no longer issue class legal hulls or sails, all other parts are fine and will continue to be Laser and ILCA class legal where the blue badge is displayed on items.
Over the years here at Sailing Chandlery we have also changed. We used to supply parts from Laser Performance but now supply them from Devoti, who are an ILCA class legal builder.
This means that if you purchase any ILCA part from Sailing Chandlery it will be fully class legal and can be raced up to the top level officially. The class legal stickers are present on foils, spars and on other items where you would expect to find them and now come in the form of a white ILCA sticker with QR code.
We understand that across the UK market there are sailors who would prefer a replica part and they are also available through our website, please pay attention to the product descriptions which clearly list whether a part if replica or ILCA class legal. You will not be able to sail ILCA events with replica parts.
Please have a detailed read of product descriptions before you purchase.
You can see all Laser parts together or select one of the options below to explore by category:
You can also view our ILCA Dinghy parts on the website too which come complete with the QR code.
If you are a club or social sailor who doesn't need ilca class legal parts we also offer hulls, sails and boat packages at an amazing price.
You can see all Class Legal ILCA parts together or select one of the options below to explore by category:
You can also view our ILCA Dinghy parts on the website too which come complete with the QR code which makes the part ilca class legal.
So why should you buy your Laser or ILCA parts from Sailing Chandlery?
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.
I made a mistake on my order and it was put right at zero cost to me ! Amazing !
I’ll certainly be back
Product exactly what I wanted
Excellent service and prompt delivery.
Had the boom and mast in stock. Order processed quickly, great service and local so could pick them up. Friendly and helpful staff as always. Thank you
Delivered on time after chatting by phone to a very helpful person at Sailing chandlery. Absolutely no complaint with this Company and will continue to use them for my sailing needs.
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