An exhibition award can celebrate how carefully a dinghy has been presented as well as its technical specification. Richard Le Mare’s Hadron H2 named Midas received the Concours d’Elegance honour at the 2026 RYA Dinghy and Watersports Show.
The award concerned the specific boat on display, not a general verdict on every Hadron H2. The organisers described a strong field of craft in the competition.
Presentation shows the builder’s attention to detail
Midas stood out for its distinctive finish and carefully executed appearance. Its design demonstrates the room for individual expression within a small one-design or class-oriented boat.
A showpiece can encourage visitors to look more closely at materials and fittings. Those visual details should still be considered alongside practical maintenance and sailing requirements.
A dinghy has a long life beyond the stand
The boat’s suitability on the water depends on its rig, hull condition and equipment as well as appearance. Owners contemplating a similar project should check applicable class rules and safe workmanship.
The concours result belongs to this event in February. It should not be read as a comparison of performance among the competing dinghies.
Small craft can be individual projects
A modest hull gives a skilled owner or builder room to work on details that matter to them. The show also brings those projects into conversation with other enthusiasts.
For LBG readers, Midas illustrates the craftsmanship possible in an under-12m boat. It is a design story grounded in an individual build.