Innovations Articles
The last major event in the sailing calendar, the much-anticipated International Moth Winter Championship 2025, unfurled its sails at the Rutland Sailing Club. The line-up consisted of Exocet, Aerocet, and Exploder designs, adding more sparks to the thrilling weekend event.
Among the collection of skilfully designed vessels, Paul Gliddon’s recently converted Exocet caught most of the attention, with solid wings and a reduced foredeck. The change in design stirred up conversation, acknowledging that improvement and innovation in the most unlikely areas often help in gaining a competitive edge.
While Saturday’s weak breeze left much to be desired, patience paid off as the participants experienced an inspiring 15-Knot NE breeze on Sunday, kicking off an exhilarating round of races. Sailors deliberated preparations; choosing between big foils and sails for handling lulls and tackling, or smaller foils concentrated on straight-line speed.
Superyacht toys have been taken to a new level with the innovation of Pegasus, an all-electric foiling craft that combines the thrill of high-performance sailing with the intuitive handling of a bicycle. Developed by Finnish start-up Foil.One, this impressive single-seater is constructed entirely of carbon fibre, capable of reaching incredible speeds up to 30 knots while gliding effortlessly above the water.
The secret behind its user-friendly design lies in a unique foiling set-up, integrating steering, balance, and ride height into one intuitive mechanism. Imagine handles like those on a bicycle - or, indeed, a rowing eight - and you’ve got the idea. This design makes steering as easy as biking, with balance quickly mastered.