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This 8' rowing and sailing
dingy was designed as a day sailer and yacht tender. The
ease of handling, large carrying capacity, and its
versatility for rowing and sailing are accentuated by
the fact that Sandpiper weighs only 63 pounds.
As a sailing dingy, the
Sandpiper is a nimble little soul, forgiving with the
beginner yet exhilarating in the hands of an experienced
sailor. A break apart sprit rig is offered, and allows
Sandpiper to be used as a dingy tender. Leeboards are
used to avoid plugging a dagger board well when towing.
As a pulling boat, the
Sandpiper rekindles the pleasures of rowing. The boat
has good carrying capacity and rows quickly and easily
with or without a load. The transom allows up to a 2 hp
outboard to be mounted for auxiliary power.
For those who might be
interested in building their own Sandpiper, we have
plans available with explicit instructions. The amateur
can build a Sandpiper in about 75 hours.
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Specifications |
| Length |
8' 2" |
| Beam |
4' 2" |
| Draft |
5" |
| Weight |
63 lbs |
| Sail area |
49 sq ft |
| Power |
2 hp outboard or oars |
| Weight |
63 lbs |
| Max. load |
380 lbs |
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