The Sandhopper is the shallow draft version of the Squib Keelboat, and you can't get better than that. She has the same delightful handling qualities as the Squib, being feather light on the helm at all times and has the added advantage of being able to lay safely on exposed moorings which dry out at low tide.

The underwater lines of the hull are as fine as possible to give good performance in light airs and the sections above the waterline are flared out to a generous beam of 6' 2''. This combined with a ballast ratio of 55% gives ample stability and power to carry full sail in Force 7.

With our considerable experience and reputation in building International racing dinghies over a period of 35 years we were appointed the RYA Sole Licence builder of the National Squib Class in 1997 together with the shallower draught twin skeg  replica hull Sandhopper Class Parker Squibs have achieved a enviable reputation for their quality build and finish with numerous racing successes and National Championships, there are now over 50 Parker Squibs in Class racing around the UK and parts of Europe.

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Designed by Oliver Lee

Price List

The Parker Sandhoppers are offered in two forms;

Complete Model 1 -  less fitting out spars, sails, equipment – this model is offered for Sandhopper enthusiasts who wish to complete their own fitting out systems without being involved in any glass fibre or joinery work.

Price from £8,200.00 including VAT, ex works

Complete Model 2 – this model has a comprehensive inventory of spars, rig control systems, using the best quality fitting throughout, Model 2 is less sails.

Price upon application depending upon customer equipment choice.

For full specification details of all models including options, accessories & spares available upon request.

Sandhopper Class was designed by Oliver Lee, utilising the Squib hull, deck & interior and was designed for sailing in shallow areas to be able to dry out.  It incorporates a shallower, heavier keel and two GRP skeg/keels together with a fixed, squared rudder.  There are active Class boats in the Thames estuary and the south coast.  The Parker Sandhopper has achieved as enviable reputation for their quality build and finish with numerous racing successes and National Championships, there are now 5 Parker Sandhoppers in Class racing around the UK.

There is an active group of members of the Sandhopper Class British Association committed to promote Class events and the protection of its One Design status. For further details and events contact

www.sandhopper.org.uk