The only way to sail in style!

The Supernova is a "one design" single handed sailing dinghy of 4.3 metres length with an 8 square metre fully-battened mylar sail ...

The only way to sail in style!

... It was originally designed and built by Mark Giles (Mk 1). After a redesign by Hartley Boats and Phil Morrison, the Supernova became stiffer as the Mark 2 with better flared hull and open transom ...

The only way to sail in style!

 ... Is is now built in epoxy (Mk2e) and is a stunning and popular boat, with a roomier and drier cockpit than a Laser.

The only way to sail in style!

The Class Association celebrated 25 years in 2021 and has a growing membership of active Supernova enthusiasts.

The only way to sail in style!

The Supernova class are very friendly, welcoming and helpful, a great family but a very competitive fleet.

Did you know the first supernova Sail Number 357 is still sailing. This boat came 4th in the 2016 Nationals at Llandudno!

Our events are very popular - we get over 120 entries for our National Championships. Also we now have both North and South Open events, with combined competition in the Midlands.

The ideal weight range is between 60 and 90kgs. It's easy to sail and righting the boat after a capsize is a breeze. We also have a small sail for those extra windy days.

Did you know that the Supernova suits both recreational and racing sailors. Although a 'one design' boat, you can upgrade 'non-major' components to suit your own preferences.

Our Class membership fees are great value at only £15 per year. You can join on this website and you don't even need to own a Supernova!

The hull shape gives you a stable but exciting ride, the side-decks are comfortable, tacking and gybing is easy. On the plane, the Supernova is even more exciting Smile

The only way to sail in style!

The Association offers free training at our Training days. You can also pick up free hints and tips on this website.

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Upcoming Events

Supernova Southern Series Training Event

Oct 12th, Saturday, 2024

A Supernova Training Event with camping and Saturady night social.

The training will be led by Alistair Goodwin, the 2021 and 2023 Supernova National Champion.

Details to follow:

Southern Series Class Coaching (open to all class members)

2021 Supernova Class National Champion and RYA Class Coach, Alistair Goodwin, will lead the coaching.

The exact content for the day is subject to change depending on the wind. But the timings will be as follows:
 
- 10:00 Briefing, rigged but not changed.
 
- Morning session will be focused on boat handling and maneuvers.
 
- We will have a lunch break in the middle of the day to review the morning and form a plan for the afternoon.
 
- The afternoon session will be focused on boat speed and set up. 
 
- The day will end with a debrief, hopefully with some video and time for a Q and A.
 
- Aiming to wrap up by 17:00
 
PLEASE BOOK IN FOR THE OPEN AT:

Venue: Haversham

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Craftinsure Supernova Southern Traveller Series Open

Oct 13th, Sunday, 2024

Haversham SC is a Southern Series Event, it is well placed and also counts, as do all Supernova Traveller Opens, towards the overall Traveller Series Championship results. So all are welcome to enjoy the cosy water, warm welcome and ample bar, galley and club facilities.

A social event is planned before the Traveller event on Saturday night. Food and hot drinks will be available at lunchtime and also from 0800 for the early arrivals. Camping on site is available the night before the event and can be booked on the entry form HERE:

https://form.jotform.com/242554934761362

THE CLUB WOULD BE GREATFUL FOR PRE-ENTRY AS THIS HELPS WITH PLANNING CATERING PROVISION.

 

 

Venue: Haversham

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CRAFTINSURE SUPERNOVA SOUTHERN SERIES OPEN

Oct 26th, Saturday, 2024

The Supernovas are back at Bowmoor to add to  the 2025 New Traveller Series. It’s a great inland venue with excellent facilities for both sailors and spectators.

Bowmoor will provide a highly experienced race team and local sailors at every level of experience, ensuring visitors will find somebody to race against. Free on site camping is available for those brave enough. (Please notify in advance).

For the 2025 season onwards, post Inlands events are defacto part of the following years Traveller Series.

Camping and Motorhome spaces are usually available by booking at registration.

Venue: Bowmoor

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CRAFT INSURE SUPERNOVA SOUTHERN SERIES

Dec 31st, Tuesday, 2024

Venue: -

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CRAFT INSURE SUPERNOVA NORTHERN SERIES

Dec 31st, Tuesday, 2024

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CRAFT INSURE SUPERNOVA COMBINED SERIES OVERALL

Dec 31st, Tuesday, 2024

THE COMBONED / OVERALL TRAVELLER SERIES EVENTS 2024 ARE NOW PUBLISHED.

PLEASE NOTE THE REMAINING EVENTS IN THE YEAR COUNT TOWARDS THE 2025 SUPERNOVA TRAVELLER SERIES.

Venue: VARIOUS

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