Photo by Fried Elliott

The Snipe is a 15-1/2 foot, 2 person, one design racing dinghy with a rich history. Designed by William Crosby in 1931, it has evolved into a modern, tactical racing dinghy with fleets around the world. Although the Snipe 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 its motto:

Serious Sailing, Serious Fun.^®

  The Snipe is part of the Pan American Games.  The Pan Am Games were held in October, 2011 in Guadalajara, Mexico with sailing to be held in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.  For more information: pasaf.org