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ONE DESIGN — DINGHY CLASS

Snipe One Design Sails

Sails for a World Sailing international class with over 31,000 boats built since 1931.

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DINGHY CLASSES 420 470 C-Scow Cherub E-Scow Europe Dinghy Finn Flying Scot Heron Lightning MC-Scow OK Dinghy Optimist Pelican Snipe Whitehall Zoom 8

William F. Crosby, 1931

The Snipe is an American sailing dinghy designed in 1931 by William F. Crosby and recognized as a World Sailing international class. This one-design racer is known for its popularity and longevity, with over 31,000 Snipes built. It features a fiberglass hull, a fractional sloop rig, a raked stem, and an angled transom.

UK Sailmakers provides sails for the Snipe class that enhance performance and handling, crafted using advanced materials and technology to ensure durability and optimal shape retention for consistent performance.

Why Snipe sailors choose UK Sailmakers

Designs that keep evolving

Our designers work alongside sailors in the fleet, refining shapes with on-the-water testing, race results, and our AccuCut 3D and Azure design programs.

Built to last a season and more

Class-legal sails made with the best materials on the market, so they hold their shape through a full regatta calendar — not just the first weekend.

A loft wherever you sail

Our global network means expert advice, tuning help, and fast service in your own harbour. Find your loft.

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In depth

The Snipe is an American sailing dinghy, designed in 1931 by William F. Crosby. It's recognized as a World Sailing International class. This one-design racer is known for its popularity and longevity, with over 31,000 Snipes built. The Snipe features a fiberglass hull, a fractional sloop rig, a raked stem, an angled transom, and a transom-hung rudder. It's notable for its 380 lb displacement and the use of a retractable daggerboard, allowing for shallow water operation and ease of transport. The Snipe is supported by an active class club and is used in various championships worldwide. For more detailed information, please visit the Wikipedia page on the Snipe dinghy.

UK Sailmakers provides sails for the Snipe class that enhance performance and handling. Their sails are crafted using advanced materials and technology, ensuring durability and optimal shape retention for consistent performance. UK Sailmakers' commitment to quality and customer service makes them a preferred choice for Snipe sailors seeking competitive racing sails.

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Contact your Local Loft, Request a Quote, or talk to the Snipe Experts from UK Sailmakers today!

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All one design classes

Class involvement varies by region — ask your loft what we build in your fleet.

DINGHY CLASSES

420 470 C-Scow Cherub E-Scow Europe Dinghy Finn Flying Scot Heron Lightning MC-Scow OK Dinghy Optimist Pelican Snipe Whitehall Zoom 8

KEELBOAT CLASSES

Catalina 22 Dragon Ensign Flying Fifteen H Boat J/105 J/109 J/111 J/122 J/22 J/24 J/70 J/80 Martin 242 Melges 24 Moore 24 Platu 25 Soling Viper 640