Sail, Mast and Spar Bag: Collect all those poles and ropes and the sail in one long skinny car-toppable bag.
Heavy duty drawstring bag measures 12' 8" long and about 6 inches in diameter (9 inches wide if empty and flat). Fits our spars, sail and mast without folding them. . Fits spars, sail and mast (all the aluminum poles, in other words) of Super Snark or Sunflower. Protects the sail from flapping and shredding itself when car-topping. Keeps all these vital parts together in your garage or basement so they don't get lost or forgotten between sailing excursions. Protects sail from sun, wind and rain when stored or transported outside. If you have our folding spars and mast, you don't absolutely need a full length bag like this, but it's a nice option to save the time of folding and unfolding.
NOT AVAILABLE (AS OF jULY 2024)
High tech modern design Batwing Sail. Great upwind performance in strong winds. Reefable by means of zippers. This is the modern Batwing sail from Balogh Sail Designs and includes a Free mast step that will adapt it to any of our rigs (not Snarks). Includes mast, boom, mast step, sail and rigging. Available as an upgrade with our Canoe, Kayak, and Dinghy sailkits. (Click the "Upgrades and Options" link within any of those departments)
Batwing Sail, Mast, Boom, Mast Step, and Rigging
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Appearance will differ from photo. Main is red and white now. No options on color choice. Nylon. | $200 | |||
Red.. No options on color choice. Nylon material. Jib is solid red, or solid white with a little red trim, or solid blue with a little red and white trim. Specify in order comments if you care which you get. | $80 | |
WE CAN ALSO GET SNARK WILDFLOWER SAILS AND PARTS. EMAIL OR CALL!
Snark Mayflower Sail Click here to see photo. | 250.00 71.00 | |||
Sunchaser 1 sail Sail for the Snark Sunchaser I. | 430.00 15.00 | |||
Snark Sunchaser II Sails (Main & Jib) Both main sail and jib for the Snark Sunchaser 2. | 640.00 20.00 |
Spar Set and Mast : Our unique folding design makes these low shipping costs possible for mast and spar set. If you go elsewhere, ask about their shipping cost before you order! (You'll be shocked.)
Spar Set The two poles that go in the sail sleeves and the ring that accepts the mast. More Info
Mast: More Info
Stabilizer Pontoons prevent capsizing: More Info
Alternatives to Styrofoam Sailing: When the rest of your Snark wears out, or even before that, if you want a sailboat that is dryer, more comfortable (back support!) and more portable, check out our inflatable sailboats and canoe sail rigs. You can use your Snark sail and spars and save! Click Here For More Information.
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Mast extension for Super Snark, Sunflower or Sea Snark replaces mast cap - SAILBOATS TO GO EXCLUSIVE PRODUCT! Taller, Adjustable-Height Extension for Super Snark and Sea Snark Mast | 35.00
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"Thanks so much for sending the sail out so promptly. It arrived yesterday. It's all set up in the backyard right now for my son to see for his birthday present! It was a pleasure doing business with you." -- Robyn M.
"Love doing business with your company. I'm telling all my friends to buy sails from SailboatsToGo!" -- Joe L.
"...went out yesterday with my daughter. We had a wonderful time and everyone commented on the beauty of the sail. Thanks for your prompt response. I am very pleased with your sail and service and will recommend you." -- Mark Y.
"The new sail seems to be superior to the old Snark original in both material choice and construction." Martin M.
"We received the sail for the Snark Sunflower on Wednesday. Thank you for your prompt replies and shipment of the sail. We installed the sail and took it out last night. It fit well, and worked well also. My son and I are very pleased with the sail and again thank you for the great response to my inquiries. This has enabled my son to enjoy the sailboat a few days before he leaves home for 2 months. I will happily recommend your business to anyone who needs sails and related items. Thank you very much!" Tom and Seth B. June 2011
"Hi, Jim - Just a note to let you know I just spent a very enjoyable weekend sailing our Super Snark with the new spar set we ordered earlier this month. Set up went very smoothly, thanks to the excellent set of instructions you supplied. The pictures were especially helpful. I found your spar set to be far superior to the original tubing and fittings that were on our Snark. That mast slide sure instills confidence compared to the flimsly fitting on the original. I hope to enjoy sailing on our pond here on Cape Cod as long as the weather holds up. Thanks again for your prompt service and excellent product." - Chris
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Use Our Sails in Do-It-Yourself Sailboat Projects
This Snark sail is also a good choice for do-it-yourself sailboat projects, such as ice boats, converting a dinghly you already own, or putting a sail on your canoe or inflatable. Click on the "Products" link at the top of this page and then on "Plans" to buy plans for canoe sail rig or inflatable sailboat rig that would utilize this sail (although the plans also tell you how to make your own sail if you prefer).
Interesting Facts About The Snark Sail Design
The Snark Sail is referred to as a "Lateen" style sail, which means the mast is short and the sail has another spar, called a gaff, which carries the peak of the sail up much higher than the top of the mast, with the gaff slightly angled so that the lower front corner of the sail is in front of the mast. The Lateen style sail originated in ancient times and is still used all over the world on small boats, especially in India and the Arab world. Those fishing and trading vessels often use rags and old grain sacks stitched together for sail cloth. A Lateen sail can hold its own against a sloop rig of equal total sail area (sloop rigs have a jib and mainsail) in a race of otherwise equal boats and crews. Don't believe what some say about jibs increasing the efficiency of the main. Snark and SailboatsToGo and other users of the Lateen sail plan are continuing a long and proud tradition in sailing.
I just picked up an old Super Snark sailboat in need of repair. The previous owner used it, but I believe that he did not know too much about the boat. Hence I have some questions.<br />1)Should the rudder handle pivot in the aluminum bracket. The handle appears to have slotted holes which allows it to swing from side to side before it moves the rudder.<br />2)Is it possible that a foam boat with ABS outer cover can become water logged? This boat is much heavier than the published 50lbs. <br />3)What type of rope should I use for the rigging of the sail?<br />4) What is the best way to repair cracks and small holes in the ABS outer cover?<br /><br />Thanks in advance, <br />Al
Re: Super Snark Sailboat questions 1. Do you mean tiller? The tiller is meant to lift up to make moving around easier.<br />Or does the the tiller have an extension?<br />The tiller shouldn't have much side to side play w/ the rudder. When the tiller moves, the rudder moves<br />2. I'm sure it could get waterlogged if the shell has cracks in it & it sat a lot in the rain. <br />3. Braided dacron usually. A boat that size probably doesn't much matter as long as you can handle it & it runs through blocks. It's been a long time & I don't remember how they are rigged.<br />4. I've never know anything to stick well to ABS
Re: Super Snark Sailboat questions 1. I was referring to the tiller handle. I don't think any side to side play w/o the rudder moving is any good.<br />2.I have had it sitting on it's stern and water keeps dribbling out. <br />3.Thanks. <br />4. I agree, I am hesitant to use expoy as it might just pop off.
The Snark Sailboat is a historic household name among sailboats, being everyone’s first sailboat from the 1970s until the 1990s. Originally manufactured during the 1950s, the Snark Sailboat went through many variations, but retained its identity as a lightweight, two-person sailboat marketed to be “unsinkable.” Read our Snark Sailboat review to learn more about the quintessential boat.
Despite its popularity, the Snark Sailboat was not the greatest sailboat ever made, nor was it a good one in the first place. Thanks to many advertising campaigns, however, the Snark solidly became the first sailboat for many generations, even today.
The Snark Sailboat went through several changes, differing in name and hull construction. However, the Snark Sailboats are all two-person sailboats rigged with a lateen, with a length overall (LOA) of 11 feet and a bold “unsinkable” claim.
The early version of the Snark was called the Sea Snark. The Sea Snarks were made of one-piece injection-molded EPS/styrofoam, weighing around 30 lbs.
The succeeding version of the Snark, called Super Sea Snark or Super Snark, boasted a new technology called Corelite , now under the trademarked name Armorclad . The technology involved adding a vacuumed layer of ABS over the EPS hull, increasing the weight of the sailboat to 50 lbs.
Later on, its manufacturer released a larger version of the Snark called the Sunflower. A bit wider than the older Snarks, it also came with a bigger sail and a prominently yellow hull.
As we move on with our Snark Sailboat review, some people see the Super Sea Snark Sailboat as inadequate. Many sailing enthusiasts often called it a “beer cooler” due to the fact that the boat itself is basically just styrofoam, similar to many basic drink coolers. However, it does sport the basic requirements for a sailboat.
A daggerboard hull made of styrofoam rigged with a 45-square-foot nylon lateen sail, the Super Sea Snark boasts a maximum weight capacity of 310 lbs. The monohull body of the sailboat extends for 11 feet, which is enough room for two people to fit in it. An aluminum mast, spar, and boom support the lateen sail, which supports a variety of designs depending on the brand of the boat.
Because of its styrofoam construction, the Snark barely weighs over 50 lbs, making it easy to lug around, based on its claim of being “car-toppable.” Assembling the Super Sea Snark also only takes about an hour, so it doesn’t really require too much exertion from the owner. With an “unsinkable” title, the Snark was reliable enough for many people to start sailing with it.
The Snark Sailboat’s reputation made it accessible to those looking to get into sailing. However, for some, their first sailing experience was exhilarating but in a not-so-good way. Some inexperienced sailors would capsize and/or break the styrofoam daggerboard. On the other hand, sailors who knew their way around couldn’t get their way around, as the boat sailed too slow to go far enough away from the beach.
The ABS-covered boats, usually the later versions, can withstand more repairs and modifications compared to the original boats, but both still suffer from the fragility of the hull. The saving grace of the Snark Sailboat is its claim of unsinkability. The boat will capsize, break, sail slow, and sail stubbornly, but it will almost never sink.
The Snark Sailboat, despite not being in circulation anymore, is also still very serviceable after many years. Most Snarks in possession of secondhand owners are around 30-40 years old, which is a pretty darn good age for a boat that’s worth $100 in its time.
Another factor in Snark’s rise to fame is its advertising campaign with other brands. The most prominent of the said brands, Kool cigarettes, offered the Snark for only $88 and a box end of Kool cigarettes.
It proved to be phenomenal, with 18,000 orders supposedly cashed out from the campaign alone. Other brands, like Pepsi, followed suit and experienced similar popularity.
As of March 2021, the only known retailers of the Super Snark Sailboat, SailboatsToGo and CastleCraft, both list the boat as unavailable. There seem to be no plans to manufacture new boats, so it’s unlikely to see a brand-new Snark today.
However, if you are insistent on getting one, many old owners are selling their Snarks, often without accessories. You can find some listings on Craigslist and other secondhand shops. You can also ask around sailing forums; chances are someone would be willing to sell off their sailboat to you.
Before we end our Snark Sailboat review, let’s see whether owning one is worth it.
If you’re serious about sailing, the sailboat is not a good choice. You’ll find its construction, despite being unsinkable, too flimsy for sailing in the middle of a big body of water. Also, navigating the sailboat is too slow to even make for a proper sailing experience.
However, the Snark Sailboat was a household name for many families, introducing even well-known sailors today to the art of sailing. The history of the Snark Sailboat is enough to make it a collector’s item, and if you are planning to introduce sailing to the general populace, it is serviceable. However, the running joke of Snarks being a beer cooler does prove that they are better off with beverages inside them than humans in the middle of the sea.
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Sail and hull colors may vary from those depicted in photographs. All equipment, specifications and materials may change without prior notice.
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Snark Sailboats
Specifications.
Weight | 50 lbs. |
Centerline Length | 11' |
Beam | 3' 6" |
Depth | - |
Transom Width | - |
Transom Height | - |
Persons | 2 |
Max. Capacity | 310 lbs. |
Max. Horsepower | - |
Hull Thickness | ABS Armorclad |
Sail Type | Lateen |
Main Sail Area | 55 sq. ft. |
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Snark is the world's largest Sailboat Manufacturer, with almost half a million Snarks built. Snark models are car-toppable, unsinkable, and made of rugged ABS polymer.
The Super Snark is a simple and unsinkable sailboat for beginners or advanced sailors. It comes with nylon sail, daggerboard, kick-up rudder and tiller, and is made of recycled plastics.
Weight: 50 lbs. Centerline Length: 11' Beam: 3' 2" Depth-Transom Width-Transom Height-Persons : 2: Max. Capacity: 310 lbs. Max. Horsepower-Hull Thickness: ABS Armorclad
Learn about Snark sailboats, the most popular portable sailboats for beginners and experienced sailors. Order online and get your boat shipped to your door, or pick it up from the factory near Toledo, OH.
Super Snark is a type of Snark sailboat, a lightweight lateen-rigged boat manufactured by Meyers Boat Company. Learn about the origin, design, features and variations of Super Snark and other Snark models, such as Sea Snark, Sunflower and Super Sea Snark.
Learn about the history, specifications and features of the SEA SNARK (SUPER SNARK), a daggerboard lateen sailboat built by Meyers Boat Co. from 1958 to 1971. Find out how to get one with product coupons or ABS shell.
The Super Snark is a simple, small sailboat. Lightweight to car-top and low priced. A perfect choice for value, function, and ease. $1199 FOB our shop in Michigan . Lightweight. Just 50 pounds. Load her on your compact car, motor home, or pop-up trailer. Take her on that family vacation and keep everyone in smiles and stories. Easy to rig, easy ...
Learn about the Super Snark, a classic and durable sailboat that is easy to transport and setup. See videos, photos, specifications, colors, and options for this entry-level Snark model.
Learn about the history, design, and performance of the Sea Snark (Super Snark), a 3.4 m monohull sailboat built by different companies since 1958. See the dimensions, rig, sails, accommodations, and calculations of this classic lateen sailboat.
Photos. Super Snark Sunflower 3.3 Sea Skimmer Sunchaser I Sunchaser II.
The pride of our fleet, Super Snark, is designed for simplicity and safety. And it's the best-priced boat in its class. The Super Snark features the durability of our exclusive ABS Armorclad hull. Sturdy and unsinkable, it's the perfect boat for beginners of any age. (Package includes a beginner's sailing manual, FREE!)
Learn about the history and models of Snark sailboats, a brand of Meyers Boat Company. Find out the details of Super Snark, a discontinued product line of Snark sailboats.
Ian Schaefer shares his experience and tips on sailing an 11' Super Snark, a durable and stable sailboat. He also shows how to repair, upgrade, and customize the boat with photos and links.
As compared to nylon, dacron (polyester) is a stiffer, less stretchy material so the sail will hold its shape and not belly out in strong winds. More Pictures and info click here. Super Snark/Sea Snark - 45 SQ FT $128 Add to Cart. Sunflower - 55 SQ FT $179 Add to Cart. 66 SQUARE FOOT NYLON SAIL.
Learn about the origins and evolution of Snark sailboats, including the Super Snark model. Find out how Snark became part of Meyers Boat Company and see the current product line.
The Snark Sunchaser II Sailboat comes complete with Dacron main and jib sail, daggerboard, kick-up rudder and tiller, riggings and fittings. Mast and boom are aluminum. Wooden parts are marine varnished. The open cockpit design has bench seating for up to 4 adults. 2 forward built-in insulated compartments provide generous storage under the two ...
36. Aug 15, 2005. #1. I just picked up an old Super Snark sailboat in need of repair. The previous owner used it, but I believe that he did not know too much about the boat. Hence I have some questions.<br />1)Should the rudder handle pivot in the aluminum bracket. The handle appears to have slotted holes which allows it to swing from side to ...
Learn about the Snark Sailboat, a historic two-person sailboat that claims to be unsinkable. Find out the differences between Sea Snark and Super Sea Snark, the pros and cons of owning one, and why they are no longer made.
Meyers Boat Company | Snark | Super Snark ‹ Model: Sunchaser II. 33 Total Images Model: Sea Skimmer › ...
The Sunflower 3.3 Sailboat is a full featured upgrade from the basic Super Snark . In additional to a larger (55 sf) sail, it has a heavier duty mast, boom, spar, and rigging. The Sunflower 3.3 Sailboat the hull is wider, higher and thicker than a Super Snark Model. Forward storage is provided under the splash deck not found on the Super Snark.
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Weight: 50 lbs. Centerline Length: 11' Beam: 3' 6" Depth-Transom Width-Transom Height-Persons : 2: Max. Capacity: 310 lbs. Max. Horsepower-Hull Thickness: ABS Armorclad