Pico

The Laser Pico is a small, versatile, rotomoulded polyethylene sailing dinghy designed in the mid 1990's by Jo Richards. It is widely used worldwide for youth training, sailing schools, and family day sailing. 

Key Specifications

• Designer: Jo Richards (mid-1990s)
• Hull Material: Rotomoulded polyethylene sandwich construction
• Length: 3.50 m (11.5–11.8 ft)
• Beam (Width): 1.43 m
• Hull Weight: 60 kg
• Crew Capacity: 1 adult, or 1–2 children (max load around 175 kg)
• Standard Mainsail Area: 5.1 m² (with optional Sport Mylar/battened sail upgrade to 6.44 m²)
• Jib Area: 1.09 m² (optional or small training jib; often sailed single-handed on main alone) 

Design and Features

• Self-Draining Cockpit: Quickly empties water if capsized or swamped.
• Reefing System: Features a-roll-up/reefing mainsail around the mast, allowing easy depowering in high winds.
• Transport: Compact and light enough to be car-toppable.

For more information visit the Pico Class association here

Last updated 19:10 on 14 October 2026