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ONE DESIGN — DINGHY CLASS

Pelican One Design Sails

Sails for the gunter-rigged pram from Perth — in Dacron or the Mylar laminates the class now allows.

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A Western Australian original

The Pelican dinghy is a unique sailboat, originating in Perth, Western Australia. It’s a small, gunter-rigged pram designed for a two-person crew. Initially constructed in timber, many Pelicans are now made of fiberglass. The class rules were updated in 2014 to allow for polyester laminate sails (Mylar) alongside traditional Dacron.

UK Sailmakers offers sails for the Pelican that are specifically tailored to meet the unique requirements of this class, designed using advanced materials and technology with a focus on performance, durability, and ease of handling.

Why Pelican sailors choose UK Sailmakers

Designs that keep evolving

Our designers work alongside sailors in the fleet, refining shapes with on-the-water testing, race results, and our AccuCut 3D and Azure design programs.

Built to last a season and more

Class-legal sails made with the best materials on the market, so they hold their shape through a full regatta calendar — not just the first weekend.

A loft wherever you sail

Our global network means expert advice, tuning help, and fast service in your own harbour. Find your loft.

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Contact your local loft, request a quote, or talk to the Pelican experts from UK Sailmakers today.

In depth

The Pelican dinghy is a unique sailboat, originating in Perth, Western Australia. It's a small, gunter-rigged pram designed for a two-person crew. Initially constructed in timber, many Pelicans are now made of fiberglass. The class rules for the Pelican were updated in 2014 to allow for Polyester Laminate sails (Mylar), alongside Dacron. This versatile boat evolved in the 1950s and has been a popular choice for beginner sailors in Perth. For more detailed information, please visit the Wikipedia page on the Pelican dinghy.

UK Sailmakers offers sails for the Pelican dinghy that are specifically tailored to meet the unique requirements of this class. Their sails are designed using advanced materials and technology, focusing on performance, durability, and ease of handling, which are essential for the Pelican's sailing characteristics. This makes UK Sailmakers a top choice for Pelican sailors seeking competitive and reliable sailing experiences.

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Contact your Local Loft, Request a Quote, or talk to the Pelican Dinghy Experts from UK Sailmakers today!

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