Last updated December 2, 1994
The Snipe is 15 1/2 foot, 2 person, one design racing dinghy. The Snipe has a rich history dating to 1931. Originally designed by William Crosby, to comply with the emerging "trailer class" of racing sailboats, it has evolved into a modern International tactical racing dinghy. Although the class has some of the best competition in the world, the class has not lost sight of the importance of social events and, in fact, many regattas are as well known for their parties as they are for their racing. The essence of the class is summed up by it's motto "Serious sailing, Serious Fun."