We present the Loftsails Racingblade 2026.
At the heart of the Loftsails Racing lineup is the Racingblade, a meticulously engineered performance sail designed for maximum efficiency with Fins setups. Built specifically for slalom racing, it meets all PWA regulations and delivers exactly what ambitious racers need: brutal acceleration and top speed without compromise.
For 2026, the Racingblade takes it a step further, introducing subtle yet effective updates for even better handling and more power:
Carefully adjusted batten angles and luff curves improve balance and lower the sail’s center of gravity. A slightly lowered foot area provides more control and even greater drive when you’re going full throttle. The higher aspect ratio and revised profile shape reduce drag and ensure a locked-in, aerodynamic ride across a wide wind range.
At the heart of the Racingblade lies a high-precision batten setup: Longer battens and set-back tubes create a flatter leading-edge profile—which further reduces drag and enables faster, smoother cam rotation. All battens are housed in alternating X-Ply batten pockets, which prevent asymmetry and keep the sail clean and stable under load.
New for 2026 is Loftsails’ TekCam 3 system, which is 30% lighter, delivering even smoother rotation and supporting the optimized profile while keeping rigging simple.
The mast pocket is made of 2 mil Quad-Axial X-Ply and IYU250 fabric, forming a two-layer, stretch-resistant zone from the head to the tack. This ensures the fit remains precise even after many sessions. For greater durability, the mast pocket now features a 50 mm wide, triple-stitched seam, built to withstand years of use during rigging and racing.
The new Dual Kevlar clew radials stabilize the profile even under heavy pressure, distribute forces more evenly, and ensure consistent forward drive.
Reinforcements in the window, on the leech, and in the foot area are made of robust X-Ply laminate, while the 4.0 mil Bi-Ply panels in the body provide top-notch resistance to UV and stretching. New for 2026: 5.0 mil panels in the foot area for greater durability in high-stress zones and consistently reliable performance.
The new 2026 design is clean and functional, without any unnecessary marker material or scrim. This not only reduces visual clutter but also lowers the center of gravity, making the sail more balanced and responsive in all conditions.
Bottom line:
The new Racingblade 2026 is a finely tuned tool, built to squeeze out every knot of speed, make every nuance of control noticeable, and give you the decisive edge when it counts.
SPECS
| Size | Luff | Boom | Extension | Mast | Weight |
| 5.2 m² | 418 cm | 170/172 | 18 cm | 400 RDM | 4.86 kg |
| 5.8 m² | 436 cm | 182/184 | 36 cm | 400 RDM | 5.15 kg |
| 6.6 m² | 456 cm | 198/200 | 26 cm | 430 SDM | 5.47 kg |
| 7.4 m² | 492 cm | 206/208 | 32 cm | 460 SDM | 5.78 kg |
| 8.2 m² | 514 cm | 216/218 | 24 cm | 490 SDM | 6.1 kg |

















