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Welcome to Rob Nelson Boats (RNB) Based in Auckland, New Zealand. RNB designs and builds sails and rigs, as well as supplying a range of parts for the radio sailing community. This includes our own RNB Sails, Rigs and Kitsets along with brands such as Sailsetc and Hales Micro.

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Build your own radio controlled yacht

Are you ready to embark on the exciting journey of building your very own model rc yacht.

Our comprehensive eBook has  clear building instructions and step-by-step photography for the Racing Sparrow 750mm RC Yacht.

What we cover in our boat building eBook

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Even those with limited building experience can join in on the fun with minimal materials and a simple toolset. Our eBook by New Zealander Bryn Heveldt covers strip planking, fibreglass strengthening, mould and casting techniques, electrics installation, spray painting and masking, sail making and tuning.

To get started on your Racing Sparrow model RC yacht project, purchase our eBook and download the PDF now.

Racing Sparrow blog

We share tips and stories from the model boat building community. See all Blog Posts.

The Design Rationale for the RacingSparrow 750

Radio Controlled Yacht Electrics - For Beginners

Model Yacht Design: Pushing the Limits with Racing Sparrow

Using 3D Programs to Design Boats: A Beginner's Journey with Fusion 360

Free model boat plans.

We provide a number of different boat plans that you can build using techniques covered in our full eBook.

You can download plans for boats of different sizes and specifications.

What our customers say about Racing Sparrow

Being a complete novice, I purchased your book a couple of years ago and built two racing sparrows. Building on this experience I then went on to build, from scratch, an IOM (Triple Crown design). I've since joined a local club and sail virtually every weekend. I would just like to thank you for your endeavours which have allowed me to enter a world I never thought was in my reach.

John Sterland, Australia

Coming upon your book, "Build your own Radio Controlled Yacht" in the Napier Public Library, I am hugely impressed. The combination of your superb photos and illustrations with your easy writing style make it a standout publication and I hope it does well for you.

Richard Spence, New Zealand

Thanks for an excellent design in your RG65. I trialled her again today in a solid 20 knots gusting higher. Even so in a steep chop and fingers off the rudder she drove upwind remarkably well, balanced perfectly. Very impressed that a model boat can handle that with a large rig. I found the book excellent. Ive built several big boats, plus a few skiffs and without that resource building such a good boat would have been impossible.

Mike Bennett

Boats built by the Racing Sparrow community

We continue to be amazed at the beautiful model RC boats created by Racing Sparrow enthusiasts .  Send your images to info@racingsparrow.co.nz.

Take a look at the full boat gallery  page. So many fine model yachts!

Bryn's fibreglass Racing Sparrow , Wellington, New Zealand

Sep 2, 2008

This red boat is the latest racing sparrow that we've built and put to the test. It has been built for wellington conditions. It has the maximum 1.3kg lead bulb. It has a basic deck structure, no plywood, 1 layer of balsa with a coat of resin-only to save on weight and budget. It uses the more basic hatch construction of plastic sheet taped on with ducktape, very effective and waterproof. The sails are maxed out, being cut very close to the plans, maybe a little bigger, there are no rules about max sail area in the class rules! Another difference on this boat is the mast has been painted black for a different look.

Jerome Declerck - 750

Dec 2, 2020

Mathew Vanderhorst , Australia

Aug 1, 2011

'Sparrow' based RG 65

May 2, 2020

More about Racing Sparrow

When I was nine years old my father, Ross Heveldt taught me to sail down at Bucklands Beach in Auckland. My wee optimist dinghy was called 'The Racing Sparrow', the nickname my uncle Bruce Curry gave to me when I was a small boy. Apparently I had an abundance of energy.

I studied at Whanganui School of Design and have been a designer / developer since 1998. I live in New Zealand.

Best wishes and happy sailing, Bryn Heveldt.

To contact me please email:  info@racingsparrow.co.nz

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The Electron - a Des Townson one design radio controlled model yacht

Electrons new zealand.

The Electron radio controlled yacht is an authentic sailing model yacht.  It is suitable for beginners to sail as well as producing exciting and challenging racing for the most experienced yachtsman. The Electron is not a toy boat, but a miniature version of a real yacht. Designed by well-known New Zealand yacht designer, Des Townson, every Electron is hand crafted in fibreglass from one mould with almost 100 individual pieces making up a complete boat package. To date almost 1000 boats have been built.

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Nelson Radio Sailing Club

For all classes of rc yachts., welcome to the nelson radio sailing club website.

The Nelson Radio Sailing Club is a small incorporated club of approximately 45 members situated at the top of the South Island, New Zealand.

Our main home is Best Island Pond on which we hold local, provincial and South Island Championships for IOMs, DF65s and other classes, as required.

We also sail at Nile Road Pond near Mapua which gives us different and challenging conditions.

The Club is a member of the NZ Radio Yacht Association (NZRYA) which in turn is affiliated with Yachting New Zealand and a member of the International Radio Sailing Association. (IRSA)

We sail predominantly IOMs and have a growing fleet of DF65s and EC12s. We welcome all classes of radio yachts to join us.

This website will give you more information such as contacts, the sailing program, and how to become a member.

New members welcome. Click here to download the Membership Form.

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Achieve Your Potential in Competition IOM Sailing

Vickers RC Sailing

Producer of the V11 Competition International One Metre Design by Ian Vickers.

Our workshop opened in 2014 with the V8 IOM. Since then we have produced hundreds of hand crafted IOM yachts in the Vickers design range. Yachts that have helped IOM competitors around the world achieve their potential and exceed expectations in competition.

We are currently offering the V11, the innovative design that finished 3rd at the 2019 World Championships in Port Alegre, Brazil.

When our clients return, they know they are tapping in to smart, competitive technology in IOM design and build. Stiff, Lightweight boats, that are Easily Assembled, Fast and Forgiving to sail. Join the fun!

Improve your results at the club and the regatta, with the fast and forgiving V11 from Vickers RC Sailing

Set Up and Sail

The V11 detailing is simple but effective. In conjunction with the V11 Set Up Guide, assembly is straight forward, and vital tuning information assists you to quickly understand and master your V11's potential

Vickers RC Sailing build processes are well refined and thought out.

Our boats are light, stiff and clever,  keeping to a simple and effective philosophy around detailing

The V11 design is a hull, foils and bulb package to compliment the full range of conditions experienced in RC Sailing. The hull design has full volume forward and features the familiar chines and tumblehome of the modern IOM for reduced weight and windage, as well as good tracking characteristics. The V11 features our peaked style foredeck for efficient water shedding when buried downwind and a geometrically strong shape for the forestay and mast ram areas.

Foils are slippery and strategically positioned with the rig to balance the yacht. The V11s forgiving balance through the wind range, allows the skipper to focus on the race at hand, and not rely on micro steering to maintain a consistent VMG.

The rig sits solid on its deck stepped mast step, complimented at deck level with an encapsulating mast gate arrangement over the mast ram. The rudder tube is rigidly supported inside the moulded servo tray. 

Hull construction is from E-Glass Fibreglass Cloth and High Grade Epoxy Resin.

The foils are Carbon Fibre Layup with High Grade Epoxy Resin.

Paint system is a 2 pot Urethane and the boat is thoroughly post cured before finishing.

The V11 Features-

Plastic main hatch access. 

Ready to accept RMG Winch and Standard sized Rudder Servo

Bow Bumper attached.

Hardware is Bantock including an adjustable mast ram, adjustable mainsheet post and tiller arm.

All necessary fittings attached for standing and running rigging.

The V11 comes out of our workshop in Beach Haven, Auckland New Zealand and is ready to accept rigs and electrics.

We also make sails that can be added to the order, or ordered separately.

So hit the enquiry button to discuss delivery times and options.

We are ready to help.

Essential to success in sailing comes down to the  Rig and how it is set up and tuned. The V11 comes with a Set Up Guide that covers all the expert information needed to set up like the guns. It specifies the hardware, construction and tuning information to get your rig and sails set up and sailing near optimum straight off the bat, so you can enjoy your racing and punch above your weight.

Include Sets of sails from Vickers RC Sailing and enhance the experience.

Vickers Rc Sailing is back taking orders again for the V11

We look forward to hearing from you 

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Whether you’re new to radio yachting, an occasional sailor or looking for an edge over your competition, we take the time to understand your needs.

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The home of Radio Sailing in New Zealand

International One Metre (IOM)

International One Metre

Our most po pular class sailed in New Zealand and raced in over 30 countries.. The IOM is very lively and fun to sail. The hull cannot exceed 1000 mm in length an d the complete boat ready to sail must exceed 4000 gms. Two channel radio equipment is  required, one operates the winch the other the rudder.

The class was created in 1988 by Jan Dejmo aided by Graham B antock and the Technical Committee of the IMYRU (predecessor of IRSA). It has continued to grow steadily since its creation.

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Anzac Bay - Waiheke Island Radio Yacht Club

Awatea Lake, Paraparaumu - Kapiti Radio Yacht Club

Best Island - Nelson Radio Sailing Club Inc

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Lake Dunstan - Cromwell Radio Yacht Squadron

Lake Manuwai - Kerikeri Radio Yacht Squadron

Lake Pegasus - Pegasus Radio Sailing Club

Lake Rotomanu - New Plymouth Radio Control Yacht Club

Lake Rotoroa, Hamilton - Waikato Radio Yacht Club

Lake Rua, Harewood - Christchurch Model Yacht Club

Lake Taurikura - Tauranga Radio Sailing Club

Orakei Basin - Oarakei Yacht Club

Quarry Lake - North Shore Radio Yacht Squadron

Regency Lake - Gulf Harbour Radio Yacht Club

Southern Reservoir - Otago Radio Yacht Club

St Mary's Bay, Westhaven, Auckland

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Victoria Lake, Hagley Park - Christchurch Model Yacht Club

Wattle Farm - Northern Marine Model Society

Whitby Lower Lakes - Wellington Radio Yacht Club

Winstones Lake, Otaki - Kapiti Radio Yacht Club

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2024 sat 20 jul All Day sun 21 Auckland IOM Championships Class IOM Event Type Ranking Regatta, Regional Event Organized By Wattle Farm - Northern Marine Model Society Wattle Farm - Northern Marine Model Society , Wattle Farm Rd

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july 20 (Saturday) - 21 (Sunday)

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august 2024

2024 sat 31 aug All Day sun 01 sep Taranaki Classic IOM Regatta Class IOM Event Type Regional Event Organized By New Plymouth Radio Control Yacht Club Lake Rotomanu - New Plymouth Radio Control Yacht Club , Clemow Road, Fitzroy, New Plymouth

August 31 (Saturday) - September 1 (Sunday)

Clemow Road, Fitzroy, New Plymouth

september 2024

2024 sat 14 sep All Day sun 15 Northland IOM Championships Class IOM Event Type Ranking Regatta, Regional Event Organized By Kerikeri Radio Yacht Squadron Lake Manuwai - Kerikeri Radio Yacht Squadron , Sandys Road, Northland

september 14 (Saturday) - 15 (Sunday)

Sandys Road, Northland

2024 sat 21 sep All Day sun 22 2024 Kapiti IOM Classic Class IOM Event Type Club Event Organized By Kapiti Radio Yacht Club Winstones Lake, Otaki - Kapiti Radio Yacht Club

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september 21 (Saturday) - 22 (Sunday)

2024 sat 28 sep All Day sun 29 Canterbury IOM Championships Class IOM Event Type Ranking Regatta, Regional Event Organized By Pegasus Radio Sailing Club Lake Pegasus - Pegasus Radio Sailing Club , Lake Pegasus, Kaiapoi, South Island, New Zealand

september 28 (Saturday) - 29 (Sunday)

Lake Pegasus, Kaiapoi, South Island, New Zealand

october 2024

2024 fri 04 oct All Day sun 06 IOM National Championships Class IOM Event Type National, Ranking Regatta Event Organized By Cromwell Radio Yacht Squadron Lake Dunstan - Cromwell Radio Yacht Squadron , Partridge Road, Cromwell 9310, New Zealand

october 4 (Friday) - 6 (Sunday)

Partridge Road, Cromwell 9310, New Zealand

november 2024

2024 sat 16 nov All Day sun 17 Murray Rountree IOM Regatta Class IOM Event Type Ranking Regatta, Regional Event Organized By Kapiti Radio Yacht Club Winstones Lake, Otaki - Kapiti Radio Yacht Club

november 16 (Saturday) - 17 (Sunday)

december 2024

2024 fri 06 dec All Day IOM Top of the South Dates are provisional Class IOM Event Type Ranking Regatta, Regional Event Organized By Nelson Radio Sailing Club Best Island - Nelson Radio Sailing Club Inc , Barnett Ave, Best Island, Nelson

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