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The rig was changed in 2024, introducing a 'square topped' sail which has been a huge success.

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The Supernova is built in epoxy, so it's modern, lightweight and durable.

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The Class Association is very active and has a growing membership of enthusiastic Supernova sailors.

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The Supernova fleet is competitive, but also very friendly, welcoming and helpful for beginners and sailors new to the class.

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Did you know the very first Supernova is still sailing? It came 4th in the 2016 Nationals at Llandudno!

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Our events are very popular, and we often get 80-100 entries to our National Championships. We also have open meetings across England and Wales, and now have a Scottish circuit too.

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The ideal helm weight range is between 65 and 95kg. The boat is easy to sail, and righting after a capsize is simple. We also have a small sail for those extra windy days.

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The Supernova is a 'one design' boat, but you can change the control layout and many other parts to suit your own preferences.

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Our Class Association membership fees are great value! The Association provides a monthly newsletter, open meeting series, free training days, three Championship events per year, social media updates and a YouTube channel.

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The hull shape provides a stable but exciting ride, the side-decks are comfortable, and tacking and gybing are straightforward. On the plane, the Supernova is fast and loads of fun.

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The Association offers free Training Days in the north and south. You can also pick up free hints and tips on this website and from our monthly newsletters.

Latest news

Cliff Conquers Cardiff

Cliff Milliner won a brilliant, blustery event at Cardiff Bay, with Hugo Hansen in second place and Chris Webber third. Five races, three different race winners, twenty entrants and smiles all round.

Tom White wins at brutal Filey Regatta

Four straight bullets for Tom White at a very windy Filey Regatta with 1.5m swell. Andy Flitcroft takes second. (Photo: Paul Burton)

Upcoming Events

SUPERNOVA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS - 3 day event

Jun 27th, Friday, 2025

Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy (WPNSA)
 
Our 2025 National Championships will be held at the premier sailing venue in the UK, promising top-quality race management and facilities. Truly, this is a not-to-be-missed event.
 
 
For more details see the 'Nationals' tab in the top menu.
 
 

Venue: Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy

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Optimal Scottish Supernova Cup

Jul 19th, Saturday, 2025

Optimal Scottish Supernova Cup - 3

Port Edgar. 19th July 2025

Port Edgar Yacht Club is located at South Queensferry on the River Forth by the iconic Forth Bridges and within easy reach of most people in the Central Belt of Scotland. The club has an active yacht and dinghy racing membership (total of 63 days dinghy racing scheduled this year) but also offers activities for beginners and cruisers to encourage more people to get out in boats. Our lovely new clubhouse was completed in 2021 and offers a cosy haven to relax in after sailing.

The Supernova fleet grew from one Giles Mk.1 boat in the early 2000s to become the most popular single-handed dinghy in the club with the later Hartley Mk.2e boats proving increasingly popular.

PEYC are therefore delighted to host one of the events in the inaugural, Optimal Scottish Supernova Cup. The event will take place on Saturday 19th July 2025 and comprise of a three race series, first start being scheduled at 13:00 hrs. The racing will generally start and be centred around Queensferry Bay, between the famous rail and road bridge landmarks which offers good refuge when the wind and/or tide is fierce!

The club looks forwarding to welcoming our fellow Scottish Supernova enthusiasts but would also love to see some visitors from abroad. It is not too far to travel from the North of England and offers a great chance to make a weekend of it by visiting the nearby tourist attractions.

PEYC is located within the Port Edgar Marina grounds:
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The club contact page is: https://peyc.org.uk/contact

Venue: Port Edgar Yacht Club

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Northern Training Event

Jul 26th, Saturday, 2025

The Girton SC Northern Training event details will be confirmed here in due ourse.

Venue: Girton

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CraftInsure Supernova Northern Traveller Series Open

Jul 27th, Sunday, 2025

Girton Sailing Club is the host for a whole weekend 'Training, Social and Racing Getaway Break'.

GSC has a keen travelling and growing Supernova fleet.

Girton Sailing Club will welcome campers and campervans FOC from Friday pm onwards.

There is plenty of room for all, and the club offers electrical hookups, galley and bar facilities throuout the event weekend.

Training is on the Saturday; visitors are welcome to join in club Pursuit Racing on Friday evening, training on Saturday to be followed by an evening social, and the Northern Traveller Series event is scheduled for the Sunday 27th July 2025.

Venue: Girton

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CraftInsure Supernova JATH4 Traveller Series Open

Aug 16th, Saturday, 2025

Burton SC is a well loved, nationally central venue, with good facilities and great water.

Venue: Burton

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SUPERNOVA INLAND CHAMPIONSHIP - 2 day event

Aug 30th, Saturday, 2025

Blithfield SC is the Location for the Supernova Inland Championship starting on Saturday 30st August 2025 to Sunday 31st August 2025.

Blithfield has a fabulous stretch of water in the Midlands with good access from most parts of the country.

A warm welcome and great facilities including Camping, galley and bar facilities will be available throughout the event.

Entry is limited to 75 boats and the entry fee includes camping.

Competitors should enter via the link below: TBC

 

Entry Fee is £45 and this includes free camping and free tea and coffee for competitors and guests throughout the event.

The club will be open from 1500hrs on Friday 29th August for early arrivals and a Friday night meal (including a vegan option) will be available.

Breakfast Baps will be available on Saturday and Sunday.

Lunch available on Saturday and lunchtime sanwiches available on Sunday.

Evening meal (including a vegan option) will be available for Saturday.

The Club contact is Doug Rankin: Supernova and General Fleet Captain at
supernova@blithfield.org.uk

Venue: Blithfield

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CraftInsure Supernova JATH1 2026 Traveller Series Open

Sep 27th, Saturday, 2025

Ogston SC is a fantastic venue and easily accessible in the Midlands.

The club is very friendly and camping will be announced here in good time.

Venue: Ogston

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Optimal Scottish Supernova Cup

Sep 27th, Saturday, 2025

Optimal Scottish Supernova Cup - 4

Dalgety Bay, 27th & 28th September 2025

Venue: Dalgety Bay Sailing Club

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Southern Supernova Training

Oct 11th, Saturday, 2025

Southern Supernova Training TBC here.

Venue: Haversham

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CraftInsure Supernova Southern Traveller Series Open

Oct 12th, Sunday, 2025

Haversham SC is a fantastic club accessible to all.

Venue: Haversham

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