Sailboat RC

21/08/2026

New to IOM sailing?

Then this question is fair if you heard about years long waiting times that were normal before:

“How do I know you can actually deliver?”

You don’t. Not yet.

That is why we prefer proof over promises.

VISS is our championship-proven International One Metre (IOM) racing sailboat, built and prepared in our production facility in Split, Croatia.

And the VISS Premium package is not simply a fibreglass hull arriving in a box.

A, B and C rigs with mounted monoSRC™ sails.
Fully optimized electronics and internal sheeting system.
State of the art keel, bulb and rudder.
Rig box and ultralight boat stand.
Top notch complete setup, tuning, QC and support.

Fully prepared. Ready for delivery within a matter days.

For years, serious IOM sailors accepted long waiting lists as part of buying a proven racing yacht with years of winning experience.

We decided the waiting should not be the impressive part.

The sailing should be.

09/08/2026

How it feels right now within Sailboat RC production facility when our crew assembles to deliver fully equipped and ready to sail VISS within just 5 working days! Contact us now, one last Emerald Green VISS can be shipped in just 5 days - 100% ready and optimized by Zvonko Jelacic, CRO !

26/07/2026

Two Masterclass events. Two regatta experiences. One mission: better IOM sailing results.

Masterclass by Sailboat RC is back — with Masterclass Essentials 2026 in Helsinki and the full Masterclass 2027 in Split.

Helsinki brings a focused (essential) sailing version before the 2026 IOM Open Nordic Championship (next European s venue!) and it is already packed with big interest, while Split brings the full mentorship experience with practical sailing, theory, video analysis, lunches, welcome dinner, gift bags — and then continues straight into the legendary Rogoznica’s Cup.

Bring your boat, your questions, your best excuses, and we will try to remove at least two of them.

Applications are open.

LINK: https://www.sailboatrc.com/product/src-masterclass-application

PS for all those wondering if you'll be able to bring back home VISS for you and your friends with great deals as before - yes, but you should emails us ASAP so we can prepare them on time.

29/06/2026

New 2026 coverage just released for all RC sailing enthusiast all over the globe!

The 20th Rogoznica’s Cup – Navigation Race is now available with beautiful drone footage from one of world’s most scenic sailing venues which sits on shores of Croatia.

Alongside the IOM action on the water, this coverage captures the atmosphere of Rogoznica at its best — the picturesque peninsula with its narrow city streets, crystal-clear blue and emerald-green sea, quiet coastal views, and the unique Adriatic setting that makes this regatta more than just racing.

This time, Sailboat RC co-founder Zvonko Jelačić appears in a new role as commentator, adding another layer to the story behind the race. We took his vacation day, gave him a microphone, and reminded him there is no rest for 4x world champion when IOM sailors want answers.

Well done regate.com.hr, yet another task done so good — no wonder this event sells out faster than a perfect start line gap five seconds before the gun.

Watch the full drone coverage here:
https://youtu.be/UDaOb4E-0uI?is=joJ0I366niNyte18

10/06/2026

Important update for our clients in the United States 📦 🇺🇸 (please help share this good news so your USA friends know about it too!)

DHL has informed us about a refund process connected to certain IEEPA import duties previously charged on shipments entering the United States.

Following a U.S. court decision, some IEEPA-based tariffs were ruled unlawful, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection introduced a refund procedure for qualifying shipments.

For some Sailboat RC customers, this may apply if you imported a Sailboat RC shipment into the United States during the affected period and were also charged an IEEPA duty by U.S. Customs/DHL.

What this means for U.S. customers:

• The refund applies only to qualifying IEEPA duties. It does not include regular customs duties, DHL service fees, brokerage fees, or other import-related charges.

• If DHL was the Importer of Record, DHL may submit the refund request automatically.

• If you were listed as the Importer of Record, you may need to contact DHL or your customs broker to check whether your shipment qualifies.

• Processing may take time. CBP indicates many valid refunds may be processed within 60–90 days after acceptance, while DHL notes that some cases may take up to 180 days.

Sailboat RC did not collect these U.S. import duties directly. They were charged and processed through the U.S. import/customs system.

If you imported a Sailboat RC product into the United States and believe you may have paid an IEEPA duty, please check your DHL import documentation, duty invoice, waybill, and customs payment records.

We will continue to monitor the situation and share relevant updates when available.

23/05/2026

IOM Worlds 2026 final results!

The IOM World Championship has come to an end — and what an event it has been.

First, huge congratulations to Alexis Carre, a truly worthy World Champion after a superb week of racing. Fast when it mattered, composed when it counted, and consistent enough to write his name at the very top. Following with medals, our co-founder Zvonko was blessed with yet another award at the highest ranking snatching silver medal and ensuring consistency through decades of sailing. Third place was awarded to Rob Walsh who took medal for whole GBR as home-organizers making everyone proud indeed.

For the whole IOM community, this victory carried a special emotion too. Seeing Ian’s design win at this level felt like one of those rare moments when a result becomes bigger than the scoreboard. Somewhere between the start line, the shifts, the pressure, and the final race, the world had a reason to smile.
Looking at Sailboat RC strictly, this championship was also another very proud moment. Scanning through the fleet and seeing many sailors racing with VISS, K2, and our sails, rigs, or parts as the motor of their sailboats, we are genuinely impressed, grateful, and happy to be part of so many strong performances, especially after so many years now.

Success at this level always belongs first to the sailors — but when our work helps them push harder, sail faster, and fight at the front, it means everything to us too. As three VISS and one K2 were in Top 10, we are simply grateful through the roof.

Congratulations to every sailor, every supporter, and the whole organizing team.
A wonderful event has ended — but the wake it leaves behind will stay with us for a long time.

22/05/2026

17/05/2026

After all the preparation, measuring and behind the scenes organisation, it was go time at Datchet. The breeze built, the clouds parted, the qualifying heat allocations were made and the skippers launched for this vital stage.