Allen Merlin Rocket Inland Championships

I was summoned to the county of Mercia to investigate claims that the Merlin Rocket Inland Championships had been bewitched. Last year following a great drought the event had to be postponed. This years event was originally scheduled shortly after Passiontide, but a flood descended and once more the protagonists were made to wait until after the Feast of the Harvest where, once more, demons removed all the wind and poisoned the water with a growth of weed so thick it was said men could walk upon it.

Trapeze Harness Trial – Keyball & Quick Release

This report and testing have been undertaken by Luke McEwen of the RS800 Class Association. Allen Brothers had no input, persuasion or interaction in any way with the tests that were held. Allen Brothers has in no way edited or altered the below report. This report is specifically intended to help users make an informed choice when choosing a trapeze harness.

Although dinghy sailing is a relatively safe sport, many trapeze sailors would like to have the peace of mind afforded by a quick-release or hook-free harness, to minimise risk of entrapment during a capsize. With two trapeze sailors in every RS800, our class association decided to run a trial of some of the most popular quick-release and hook-free harnesses currently available. At our Nationals in Brightlingsea SC and the Inlands at Grafham Water SC, we set up trapeze lines on shore so all the RS700 and RS800 sailors there could try out the comfort of each harness and the ease of engagement and release of the trapeze:

Allen Brothers Welcomes Simon Potts to the Sales Team

Allen Brothers proudly announces the newest addition to its dynamic sales force, Simon Potts, who joins as part of the UK sales team.  

With over 25 years of sales experience and an extensive sailing career, Simon brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge to the technical sales team at Allen Brothers. 

“I’m excited to be back in the business I never thought I’d leave. To be involved 10 years later is quite something. Over the past few years, Allen has been able to extend its offer outside the dinghy and small keelboat sector due to significant investment and growth. The team have a very open and honest philosophy which makes working great fun. I’m looking forward to helping grow the business further, utilising the vast engineering capability offered in-house – watch this space…” – Simon Potts, Allen Sales Team, Allen Brothers.