The class that likes to think big

 

Racing, sailing and being part of the Bembridge Illusion Class Fleet

 

Welcome to the Illusion Class that sail in Bembridge Harbour

We are special in a number of ways - and not just that we steer with our feet.

 
We are a strict one design fleet – and as we sit/lie in the boats weight of the helmsman has little impact on performance

We are a strict one design fleet – and as we sit/lie in the boats weight of the helmsman has little impact on performance

 
We only sail in the winter so the harbour is clear of moored boats and also attract a cross section of some of the best sailors in the Solent

We only sail in the winter so the harbour is clear of moored boats and also attract a cross section of some of the best sailors in the Solent

 
We dry sail, so the start and the end of the day is flurry of activity as boats are launched and recovered. This is collective exercise and it means newcomers know everybody after a few sails.

We dry sail, so the start and the end of the day is flurry of activity as boats are launched and recovered. This is collective exercise and it means newcomers know everybody after a few sails.

 
 

What do we want to be when we grow up?

The best one design keel boat racing fleet in the UK; and we think we are well on the way

The rules.

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