OUR FLEET
Information about our fleet might be slightly out of date as we prepare for the upcoming 2024 sailing season. Come back in April 2024 for more updated details about the numbers and types of boats we have!
Sailing
Boat Type
Min. People
Max People
Quantity
Optimists (Optis)
1 Kid
2 Kids
10
The Optimist dinghy is the world’s most popular sailboat for young sailors. It is a single-handed boat best suited for sailors under 100 lbs. Perfect for sailors who have recently completed sail camp at SSP, you can get an annual rental pass to sail Optis for just $1!
Lasers
1
1
6 (4 active)
The Laser is the most prolific one-person dinghy in the world, and for good reason; this simple, yet challenging boat is the perfect blend of speed and maneuverability. The Laser is enjoyed by everyone from casual cruisers to Olympians. A simple boat to rig and sail, the Laser rewards practice and good sailing technique, keeping even the most seasoned racer engaged. Lasers are popular with our Monday night racers and classes are offered for both youth and adult students. Sailors need to weigh 95 lbs to right the boat from a capsize.
Flying Juniors (FJs)
2
2
8
This is one of Sail Sand Point’s most popular boats. The FJ is the standard double-handed dinghy for high school and college racing, with an active one design class on the West Coast. It has good all-around performance and rewards the tactical and savvy sailor. This boat is ideal for the intermediate sailor to rent or for learning to sail through our youth and adult classes. The FJ is a popular boat for Monday night racing.
RS Quests
2*
4
6
The RS Quest, a roomy and stable 14-footer with a self-draining cockpit is both a great family boat and sail trainer (2-3 person). The boat’s aluminum mast is sealed to provide the necessary buoyancy to help prevent it from turtling when capsized, its durable hull and simple rig make it a great boat for beginners! Both youth and adult classes are available in this boat as well as free refresher courses for experienced sailors looking to get out on this boat for the first time.
2.4 Meters
1
1
2 (1 active)
The 2.4 meter is perhaps one of the best, most fun single handed boat you will ever sail. It can be as tactical, technical, and fast as you want it to be. In many ways, it is like sailing your own small 12 meter. This boat was used in the Para-Olympics for years and with its 400 lb. keel it is virtually impossible to capsize. Sailors of all abilities can enjoy the thrill of this boat!
Hobie Waves
1
4
12 (11 active)
The Hobie Wave is an easy-to-sail, easy-to-rig catamaran that will have you smiling. Fun for the family and exciting for juniors while forgiving enough for the newly initiated. The Hobie Wave can be sailed single-handed or with up to 4 adults (dogs are welcome too!). New to sailing or just want a fun way to get your friends and family out on the water? Consider our Hobie Wave Experience taught Wednesdays and Sundays from 6-8pm to get you on your way!
Hobie 16s (285 lbs min.)
2
4
3 (1 active)
Ready to step up to the next level of excitement and complexity? The Hobie 16 is the fastest boat in the fleet in any conditions. In over 12 knots of breeze this boat can sail off its apparent wind and actually go faster than the windspeed! This provides a very exciting ride and is an experience that should not be missed! With a crew of 2-4, there is no single handing this boat and crew weight needs to be at least 285 lbs in order to right the boat from a capsize. If you are an experienced sailor and would like to take out this boat we ask that you attend the Hobie 16 class. Adult and youth classes on this boat are available for intermediate sailors.
Windsurf Boards
1
1
6
We have a collection of boards and sails that can accommodate both youth and adults. The sails and boards are mainly geared towards beginning windsurfing. For those that have experience windsurfing you may take the skills test and use equipment through Open Boating.
Paddling
Boat Type
Min. People
Max People
Quantity
Hobie Kayaks (sit-on-top)
1 (single)
2 (double)
15
We have 15 Hobie sit-on-top kayaks for use in open boating, group events and youth camps (5 singles and 10 doubles). These kayaks are a great entry-level platform as they are easy to get in and out of, and are designed to provide a stable ride and snappy, spin-in-a-second maneuvering. A wide beam with a relatively short waterline deliver responsive, stable performance usually found on longer boats. Optional adjustable padded seats support your back and encourage longer excursions.
Stand Up Paddleboards (SUPs)
1
2 kids
16
Paddleboards are one of Sail Sand Point’s favorite ways to enjoy Lake Washington. We have 16 paddleboards that come in different lengths to accommodate both kids and adults. Sit or stand, these boards offer a very exciting and wet experience. Getting out on a SUP is a great way to improve balance and get a good workout! SUP’s are not easy in high winds and big waves therefore we don’t allow them to go out in over 10 kts of wind.
*RS Quests can be singlehanded in Open Boating if the open boater can demonstrate that they can safely launch and retrieve the boat, and capsize recover w/o assistance.
**Sail Sand Point has 2.4 meter sailboats available to Open Boaters with varying levels of mobility. You must call ahead in order to request the use of a 2.4mR.
Sail Sand Point strives to keep all of our equipment in the best condition possible. Boats may be temporarily unavailable if they are undergoing maintenance. Additionally certain boats are reserved for classes during certain time slots. If you have further questions please call and talk to our Dockmaster about a particular boat’s status.