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Fireball

Fireball

Designed in 1962 by Peter Milne as a performance boat for the masses, the Fireball is still going strong today. New boats are all kevlar/glass foam sandwich construction which makes them light, stiff and low maintenance. Older wooden or fibreglass boats are very cheap, with decent examples available for under £500. It is an ideal boat for those seeking an inexpensive route into performance dinghy sailing, or for those who don't want the limitations of an asymetric. The class is very active and organise national championships, open meetings and club opens across most of the UK. Internationally the class is also strong with European and World Championships held annually.

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Show news 2026 Fireball Worlds – Grab an early bird discount
One week until the early bird discount expires
Posted on 23 Apr
Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water
The weekend kicked off with exactly the conditions many had signed up for
Posted on 21 Apr
Fireball Pre Worlds in Torquay Preview
All part of the build up to the UK Nationals and Worlds in July
Posted on 15 Apr
2026 Fireball Worlds – Early Bird Entry Ends Soon
A quick reminder that the reduced early bird entry fee period ends on 30th April
Posted on 9 Apr
Chew Valley Lake Fireball Open
The first open meeting of a 'home worlds' year
Posted on 31 Mar
Viking Marine Dun Laoghaire Frostbites update
Weather relents to allow series to resume
Posted on 13 Mar
Fireball Worlds Expression of Interest Draw Winner
P&B Jib Awarded at the RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show
Posted on 26 Feb
Learn more about the world of epoxy
At the RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show
Posted on 20 Feb
Hyde Sails in attendance at RYA Dinghy Show
Ben McGrane and John Brooks are available to speak to
Posted on 18 Feb
Fireballs at the RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show
A whopping four boats!
Posted on 17 Feb
Dinghy Show Discount Period from Hyde Sails
10% off all one design sails, covers and accessories
Posted on 15 Feb
Viking Marine Dun Laoghaire Frostbites update
Respite from the deluge
Posted on 9 Feb
Australian Fireball National Championship overall
A very different challenge on the final day in Adelaide
Posted on 6 Feb
Australian Fireball National Championship day 4
Race 7 was sailed in the most demanding conditions so far
Posted on 5 Feb
Australian Fireball National Championship day 3
The results board is taking shape with 6 races completed
Posted on 4 Feb
Australian Fireball National Championship day 2
The morning started with a very light SSW breeze
Posted on 4 Feb
Australian Fireball National Championship day 1
Sailors' patience was tested as the race officer waited for the land breeze
Posted on 2 Feb
Notts County Cooler 2026
Midlands Winter Series event sees over 20 dinghies and 10 windsurfers
Posted on 28 Jan
Viking Marine Dun Laoghaire Frostbites week 1
Cold start to second half of the series
Posted on 9 Jan
2026 Fireball Worlds - You can now enter!
Entries made up to 30th April 2026 are eligible for the Early Bird entry fee
Posted on 23 Dec 2025
Fireball Class 2025 Year in Review
A Season of Innovation and Inspiration
Posted on 12 Dec 2025
Switching Classes - Advice from Ben McGrane
Getting the decision right takes thought and a bit of research
Posted on 3 Dec 2025
Fireball events schedule for 2026
Featuring two build-up events in Torbay ahead of the Worlds
Posted on 20 Nov 2025
Fireball Worlds prize draw winners
56 boats from 13 countries signed the Expression of Interest
Posted on 6 Nov 2025
Last chance to get a free entry or free jib
2026 Fireball Worlds Expression of Interest Closes midnight Friday
Posted on 30 Oct 2025
Irish Fireball End of Season Championship at Howth
High wind racing on Sunday after Saturday's racing was cancelled
Posted on 28 Oct 2025
Get yourself into the draw for some great prizes
Sign up for the 2026 Fireball Worlds Expression of Interest
Posted on 27 Oct 2025
A Flying Season for Hyde Sails
With more to come in 2026
Posted on 22 Oct 2025
We need your Fireball
Demand for boats is outstripping the supply ahead of the Worlds in Torquay
Posted on 21 Oct 2025
Fireball World Champion interview
Yves Mermod and Maja Siegenthaler talk about their Olympic journey too
Posted on 16 Oct 2025
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Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
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Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
Thomas Castle Aviation Heritage Fireball Spring Championship at Draycote Water Sailing Club
© Malcolm Lewin / malcolmlewinphotography.zenfolio.com
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