The Snipe Class has grown into the most popular one design sail boat in the world. Many Snipe fans boast it as the best all around small racing craft in existence.

The Snipe International Racing Association (SIRA) regulations permit the use of wood (3/4" solid planking), 3/8" plywood or molded fiberglass in the modern Snipe. Most Snipes today, amateur or factory built, are of plywood. The consistent winning in all major regattas using plywood construction, has made it more popular and desirable.

Why purchase the Snipe plan Set from Clark Craft? Because our Plan Set includes the official SIRA Plan Set plus the full size patterns, saving many hours of lofting. Our plan set also includes the 100 page fully illustrated instruction book "Building The Plywood Snipe"

SNIPE SAILS and HARDWARE RIGGING KITS are available through the Snipe Assn.

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