SWITCH Boat Tour & Fittings Guide

Team Allen sailor Ross Rossgo Banham brought his latest foiling craft, the SWITCH One Design by Element 6, to the Allen factory for a full hardware refit.

Working alongside Ben, Ross upgraded key control systems to reduce friction and enhance performance. Along the way, they shared some classic boat chatcheck out the video above for a full tour and behind-the-scenes insights.

A Brummel splice is a strong and reliable way to create a loop in Dyneema rope, commonly used in high-performance sailing applications.

In this guide, well show you how to make a Brummel splice using 4mm Dyneema (TY4112) and attach it to a 2mm Tii-Shackle (A20120), which will then be used to secure a Dynamic 20 Tii-On Double Block (A2022Tii).

We are excited to announce the relaunch of our highly popular Racing Rules of Sailing Poster, now updated for the 2025-2028 rule cycle!

This A3-sized resource is the perfect companion for sailors of all levels, from beginners looking to understand the fundamental racing rules to seasoned competitors aiming for a quick and easy reference.