Legacy

About the Finn

FINN Wave

The Ultimate Test of
Sailing Athleticism

Designed in 1949 by Rickard Sarby, the Finn has been the pinnacle of single-handed sailing for over 75 years. Used at every Olympic Games from 1952 to 2020, it represents the purest form of competitive sailing.

The Finn demands a unique combination of tactical brilliance, physical strength, and boat-handling skill. At 4.5 meters with an unstayed mast and flexible rig, it rewards the complete sailor.

Now entering a new era as FINN V2, the class continues to thrive with a vibrant international circuit, growing Masters fleet, and a renewed vision for the future of the sport.

Finn sailing
Finn sailing

Key Facts

4.50m
Length
1.51m
Beam
107 kg
Hull Weight
10.6 m²
Sail Area
Rickard Sarby
Designer
Helsinki 1952
First Olympics
12
Olympic Games
60+
National Fleets
FINN

The International Finn Association — governing body of the world's most iconic single-handed racing dinghy since 1949.

Racing

Gold CupSilver CupWorld MastersEuropeans

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