Description
ZIM USA ILCA - PRO
The Zim ILCA is proudly hand-crafted in Bristol, Rhode Island for superior performance, strength, and durability. Our attention to detail knows no rival! Every boat is carefully hand built to ensure that weight is at a minimum and the hull is as stiff as possible. We use the highest quality materials, with resin and fiberglass measured to the fraction of a gram before installation. All Zim ILCAs are built in our 40,000 sq ft factory in beautiful Bristol, Rhode Island by a team of experience boat builders.
Spliced Ronstan TecPro Vang Assembly + 30mm Top Block w/ Key
With the removal of the fairlead from the vang lower unit, Ronstan have dramatically reduced the friction in the ILCA vang system while producing a sleek product that looks great. The lower friction will ensure that your control line lasts as long as possible while providing a smooth release as you round the top mark. Our ILCA Pro boats include a fully spliced vang assembly featuring the Ronstan lower vang unit, a 18mm Harken Carbo Double Block, and 30mm Ronstan Top Block w/ Vang Key with Robline Polytech Technora control line and Robline Ocean dyneema primary. Spliced by the West Coast Sailing Rig Shop.
Spliced 8:1 TecPro Cunningham
Premium 8:1 Cunningham system with 18mm + 29mm Harken Carbo blocks, Robline Polytech Technora control line, and Robline Ocean dyneema primary. Spliced by the West Coast Sailing Rig Shop.
Spliced 6:1 TecPro Outhaul
Premium 6:1 Outhaul System designed with aft purchase system and quick release loop on end of boom. Built with 18mm Harken Carbo Blocks, Robline Polytech Technora control line, and Robline Ocean dyneema primary. Also includes clew shackle with block. Spliced by the West Coast Sailing Rig Shop.
Carbon Lower (ILCA 6)
The latest carbon lower mast section include with ILCA 6 PRO package.
Standard Equipment
- Hyde or North Sail
- E6 Foils (black trailing edge)
- Carbon Top Section
- Spliced Dyneema Traveler
- Dwyer Carbon Fiber Tiller + Extension (23mm)
- Rooster Polilite Mainsheet
- Zim ILCA Hull (US-built)
Laser Aligned Foils
Ensures a perfect fit and alignment every time, giving the highest degree of control on the water possible.
MK2 Daggerboard Friction Pad
They’re BACK! No more old-school black rubber friction pads; the Mk2 Daggerboard Friction Pad comes standard on every US-built ILCA. Keep your daggerboard where you want it when you go downwind, and reduce the risk of damaging your trailing edge.
Machined and Tapped Hex-Head Mainsheet Bolts
Hardware secured into aluminum backing plate (not wood) for long term durability.
Premium Fittings and Hardware
All US-built hulls include Rooster ProPlus hiking strap with adjuster, traveler eyes and cleat, MK2 friction pad, Harken 57mm 1.5x grip block, 29mm turning blocks, and Harken deck cleats.
Regatta Results
2025 ILCA ACCs: ILCA 7 Fleet 1st, 6th, 10th; ILCA 6 Fleet 6th; ILCA 4 Fleet 2nd, 5th, 6th, 11th, and 14th.
"I felt extremely comfortable and confident with the new hull. My boat speed was great, especially upwind and through choppy and supper windy conditions. This regatta served as a solid benchmark for ZIM Sailing’s ILCA. The boat showed competitive performance against top-tier fleets, and its build quality met high expectations. Congrats to the Zim team! - Gabriela Mascarenhas, 2nd Place ILCA 4 Fleet 2025 ILCA ACCs.
Rig Sizes
There are three rig sizes, which typically correspond to the following weight ranges. Please note that these ranges are ONLY FOR GENERAL GUIDANCE. Height, experience, and ability level are important factors to consider when selecting your rig size.
ILCA 4: 99-140lbs
ILCA 6: 135-165lbs
ILCA 7: 160lbs+
SPECS
| Length | 13'9″ |
| Beam | 4'7" |
| Hull weight | 130lbs |
| Sail area - ILCA 4 | 50.5ft² |
| Sail area - ILCA 6 | 62ft² |
| Sail area - ILCA 7 | 76ft² |
*Boat price doesn't include freight from Zim Sailing to Customer
