New Raymarine Micro Compass for Laser sailors

In a major move following a new Class rule, Raymarine's Wireless Micro Compass can now be fitted to Laser racing dinghies.

This mightn't sound like big news if you're not into dinghy sailing, but there is a lot of excitement about the International Laser Class Association (ILCA) announcing the new rule, effective January 2018, which enables race participants to use an electronic digital compass during competition.

As a result, Laser competitors worldwide may now take advantage of the valuable tactical information reliably delivered by Raymarine's Wireless Micro Compass, the electronics' maker is quick to point out.

Pitching itself as a market leader in wireless racing instruments, Raymarine introduced the first-ever self-charging electronic compass 20 years ago. Today, Raymarine's T060 Micro Compass and T070 Race Master are considered must-haves.

With the Laser class being one of the world's largest and most popular, the new rule from ILCA is of keen interest ahead of another Northern Hemisphere season of highly competitive regattas.

Raymarine EMEA OEM Sales Manager, Greg Wells, a competitor and product expert, said the Raymarine Wireless Micro Compass, which also incorporates a start and race timer, is light, easy to read, reliable and precise.

"It has an unrivalled proven success record, having been used successfully by countless medallists at the Olympic, World, European and National championship levels.

"I'm so pleased that the ILCA has made this rule change so the many thousands of Laser sailors can now also enjoy the benefits of using this wonderful product."

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