Laser Bahia Sailboats for Sale

In the mid2000s, the sailing dinghy market saw a distinct shift toward highly durable, lowmaintenance rotomolded hulls that could withstand the rigors of sailing schools and beachlandings without the fragile vulnerability of traditional fiberglass. It was into this landscape that LaserPerformance introduced the Laser Bahia. Designed by the renowned naval architect Jo Richards, the Bahia was conceived as a multifunctional family daysailer and training platform that could effortlessly bridge the gap between stability and performance. Its history took an interesting turn in late 2022 when production transitioned to Ocean Play—a brand formed by Jo Richards in partnership with RS Sailing—and later in 2025 when Performance Sailcraft Europe acquired the Ocean Play brand. Throughout these manufacturing shifts, the Bahia has remained structurally identical, retaining its status as one of the most versatile and resilient multicrew dinghies on the water.