Loan Boat 1315 - Photo Courtesy of Peter Mackin

Try A Supernova!

Supernova Dinghy Loan Boat
Photo Courtesy of Peter Mackin

We at the Supernova Class Association realise that you want to try a boat before you commit, but does a brief few hours in someone else's boat give you enough of an insight? We don't think so. That's why we've introduced our Class owned Supernova 1315. This is available in three-week blocks, and you can trail it to your own club, so you have the chance to try the boat in a variety of conditions on a familiar water.

The loan boat is state-of-the art epoxy, equipped with all the features of a fully competitive Supernova. It's placed in the top few in the National Championships, so you know you're getting an excellent insight into what the Class can offer.

The intention of the loan boat is to help people considering joining the fleet to make an informed judgement, and also to give a taste of a new Supernova to owners of older boats who might be considering an upgrade.

Photo Courtesy of Peter Mackin

In order to borrow Supernova 1315, you must join the Class Association, or already be a member. For those who currently own a Supernova, the loan is completely free. For others, the default charge is £50, which is refundable if you end up buying a Supernova, new or second-hand. In some circumstances the Class Association committee will waive the charge altogether.

Supernova 1315 comes with the latest Hartley 'square-topped' sails, one full size and small sail for lighter helms and stronger winds. It also has a combi trailer/trolley, covers, lighting board and everything else you need.

  • Hull length 4.39m
  • Beam 1.5m
  • Hull weight 50kg
  • Mainsail 8.22m sq
  • Reduced main 6.86m sq
  • Mast length 5.6m