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Some frequently asked questions that other customers have asked us about Devoti ILCA.
What's the difference between an ILCA and a Laser?
There is no difference between the ILCA and Laser, the boat was previously called the Laser but had to be renamed due to a rights issue over the Laser wording. The International Laser Class Association chose the new name of ILCA.
Why should I choose the Devoti ILCA?
Devoti have been building quality boats for years, the factory is run by an Olympic medalist (Luca Devoti) and already build the best Finns on the market. You can expect a high quality, long lasting and high performing boat from Devoti.
What warranty is provided by Devoti on their ILCA sailing dinghy?
The Devoti ILCA comes with a 12 month no hassle warranty.
How quickly can I get my new ILCA?
ILCA sailing dinghies are in stock at Sailing Chandlery, we add additional value by rigging and prepping the boat for you including sticking sail numbers on so it takes a couple of days for a boat to be ready.
Can Sailing Chandlery deliver my new ILCA or Laser?
Yes, we deliver throughout the UK and have delivered hundreds of boats to houses and sailing clubs. Let us know your postcode and we'll be able to provide you with a delivery quotation. We have also delivered boats to shipping yards and have loaded boats into containers to go outside the UK, speak to us if you would like a new boat sent outside the UK.
Why should I buy an ILCA from Sailing Chandlery?
We've sold hundreds of new boats over the years to customers across the World. We spend additional time prepping your new ILCA so it is fully rigged with the sail numbers also stuck on the sail. At the point of delivery we don't just give you the boat and run, we spend quality time with you ensuring you know how the boat works and getting the boat ready to hit the water.
What extras come with the Devoti ILCA?
As standard with the Devoti you get an 8:1 downhaul, Zhik Grip II hiking strap, MK2 friction pad and teflon disk to protect your mast hole. Here at Sailing Chandlery we also add a couple of nice to haves because we wouldn't want to sail without them.
What is the weight range for a sailor wanting to sail an ILCA 7 dinghy?
The ideal weight range for a sailor wanting to sail the ILCA 7 dinghy (previously Laser Standard) is 70kgs and above, that is over 11 stone.
What is the weight range for a sailor wanting to sail an ILCA 6 dinghy?
The ideal weight range for a sailor wanting to sail the ILCA 6 dinghy (previously Laser Radial) is 55kgs to 70kgs and above, that is 8.6 stone to 11 stone.
What is the weight range for a sailor wanting to sail an ILCA 4 dinghy?
The ideal weight range for a sailor wanting to sail the ILCA 4 dinghy (previously Laser 4.7) is 35kgs to 55kgs and above, that is 5.5 stone to 8.6 stone.
How have the boat names changed after the change from the Laser to be the ILCA?
The change from Laser to ILCA has simply bought new names and logos. The ILCA 7 used to be the Laser Standard. The ILCA 6 used to be the Laser Radial. The ILCA 4 used to be the Laser 4.7.
What are the dimensions of the Laser or ILCA sailing dinghy?
The ILCA sailing dinghy hull is 4.2m in length and is 1.39m wide. A launching trolley will add a bit more to these dimensions.
How long is the mast on an ILCA or Laser sailing dinghy?
The mast on the ILCA or Laser sailing dinghy is 6.46m on the ILCA 7, 5.86m on the ILCA 6 and 5.41m on the ILCA 4.
What is the sail area of an ILCA sailing dinghy?
The sail areas of the ILCA dinghy vary across the rigs to allow for different sailor weights. The ILCA 7 sail area is 7.06 sqm, the ILCA 6 sail area is 5.76 sqm and the ILCA 4 sail area is 4.7 sqm.
