
One Design · Keelboat
Squib parts, rigging and specifications
The Squib is a keelboat one-design class designed by Oliver Lee (1967). MAURIPRO lists 19 parts for the Squib below, grouped by system, with live prices and stock.
- Keelboat
- 19 parts
- 9 published figures
Your Squib at MAURIPRO
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Squib parts
Prices and stock are live from our catalogue.
Spinnaker pole (<= 2140 mm incl. end fittings; passes 76 mm circle)
Forte Carbon Spinnaker Pole 1 1/4 in. Dia., 9 ft. max. length (for Boats 13-19 ft.) - RWO/RWO Ends
Anchor line, continuous, 18-20 m, 8-12 mm · 10 mm · 62.3 ft cut length
Anchor Line - 10 mm (3/8 in) Polyester 3-Strand, by Premium Ropes
Spinnaker pole (<= 2140 mm incl. end fittings; passes 76 mm circle) (alternative)
Forte Carbon Spinnaker Pole 1 in. Dia., 8 ft. max. length (for Boats 12-19 ft.) - RWO/RWO Ends
Compass (self-contained; heading, tactical scale, timer only) (alternative)
Ritchie Bracket Mount RitchieSport X-10B-M Compass (Black Housing/Black Card)
Compass (self-contained; heading, tactical scale, timer only)
Velocitek Prism (Digital Dinghy Compass)
Rope sold by the foot is added at the cut length shown on the card.
Squib specifications
| Specification | Published figure | Source |
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| Length overall (LOA)Class hull length, minimum . | Hull length 5755 mm .. 5785 mm | RYA / National Squib Owners Association - National Squib Class Rules 2022 (cover; running header 'National Squib Class Rules 2021'), hull dimensions table |
| BeamHull beam at sheerline at section 6, min . | 2 m (6 ft 2 in) | National Squib Class Rules 2022, hull dimensions ('Beam of hull, excluding rubbing strakes and fittings, at sheerline') |
| DisplacementClass boat weight incl | The weight of the boat .... 680 kg (1,500 lb) | National Squib Class Rules 2022, C.6.1(a) Weight |
| Upwind sail area | 15.8 m² (170 sq ft) | National Squib Association (squibs.co.uk) and Wikipedia; matches Wikipedia |
| Mast lengthClass limit | Mast length 7695 mm (25 ft 3 in) | National Squib Class Rules 2022, F.3.6 Dimensions |
| Crew | The crew shall consist of a minimum of 2 persons. | National Squib Class Rules 2022, C.2 Crew |
| Designer | Oliver Lee | National Squib Class Rules 2022, cover ('designed in 1967 by Oliver Lee and was adopted as a national class in 1972') |
| Builder | RYA licenced builders | National Squib Class Rules 2022, Part I ('National Squib shall only be manufactured by RYA licenced builders') |
| First built / designedDesign year | 1967 | National Squib Class Rules 2022, cover |
Figures are shown as each source publishes them, with the other unit converted. Class rules set the measurements that count for racing.
More for the Squib
Squib tuning guides
- Hyde Sails: Hyde Squib Tuning Guide B3 (with B3 Additional Setup Notes 2025)Version 2024 · 1 page
- Hyde Sails: Hyde Squib Tuning Guide 422Version 2024 · 1 page
- Hyde Sails: Hyde Squib B3 Trim GuideVersion 2024 · 3 pages
- Batt Sails: Squib: Coaching Notes (with Spinnaker Hints)Version 2020 · 7 pages
- Hyde Sails: Squib Tuning Guide (Hyde, Jack Grogan)Version 2017 · 1 page
- Chris Hogan: Chris Hogan's Tuning Guide (from his talk at Alexandra Palace)Version 2023 · 2 pages
Tuning guides belong to the sailmakers that publish them. MAURIPRO does not host or reproduce them; ask the sailmaker or your class association for a copy.
Squib class rules and references
- Class rules: National Squib Class Rules, uploaded Dec 2022; filename suggests 18 Feb 2022 (unconfirmed)
- Class association: squibs.co.uk
References checked 2026-11-04.
Squib buying questions
What Squib parts does MAURIPRO carry?
19 products are listed for the Squib on this page: spars, poles & rig fittings (2); instruments & electronics (9); safety equipment (7); spares & maintenance (1). Prices and availability shown are live from our catalogue.
How do I know a part fits my Squib?
Each part here is linked to the Squib because its exact manufacturer part number appears on the Squib parts lists we reviewed. Fit can still depend on your boat's year, builder and rig, so check the product details and your class rules, or ask our technical team before you order.
Where can I find the Squib rig dimensions?
Our Squib Sailboat Data page lists the rig dimensions (I, J, P, E) and other published data we hold for this boat. Figures there come from a sailboat database and may differ from class measurement rules.
Are there tuning guides for the Squib?
Sailmakers have published tuning guides for this class, including Hyde Sails (Hyde Squib Tuning Guide B3 (with B3 Additional Setup Notes 2025), October 2024; additional notes July 2025); Hyde Sails (Hyde Squib Tuning Guide 422, October 2024); Hyde Sails (Hyde Squib B3 Trim Guide, October 2024 (PDF metadata names Ben McGrane as author)); Batt Sails (Squib: Coaching Notes (with Spinnaker Hints), 2020.2). These guides belong to their publishers; MAURIPRO does not host or reproduce them, so please get them from the sailmaker or your class association.
Which rules govern the Squib?
The class is governed by its class rules (National Squib Class Rules, uploaded Dec 2022; filename suggests 18 Feb 2022 (unconfirmed)). Check the current edition with the class association before buying parts for racing.
Everything in this collection
All products currently in this MAURIPRO collection, with filters.
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Nuova Rade
Nuova Rade Standard Paddle, Black, L 60'' (150 Cm)
NVR-50230
$10.81 USDUnit price /Unavailable -
Nuova Rade
Nuova Rade Standard Paddle, Black, L 52'' (130 Cm)
NVR-50210
$9.85 USDUnit price /Unavailable -

LAL-11919
$9.86 USDUnit price /Unavailable -
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Forte Carbon Spinnaker Pole 1 1/4 in. Dia., 9 ft. max. length (for Boats 13-19 ft.) - RWO/RWO Ends
FRTFCT125
$499.00 USDUnit price /Unavailable -

Forte Carbon Spinnaker Pole 1 in. Dia., 8 ft. max. length (for Boats 12-19 ft.) - RWO/RWO Ends
FRTFCT100
$449.00 USDUnit price /Unavailable -
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Lewmar Delta Anchor (Galvanised) - 9 lb (4.1 kg)
LEW0057404
$126.00 USDList Price: $185.95 USDUnit price /Unavailable -
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Ritchie Bracket Mount RitchieSport X-10B-M Compass (Black Housing/Black Card)
RIT-X-10B-M
$51.99 USDUnit price /Unavailable -
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Anchor Line - 10 mm (3/8 in) Polyester 3-Strand, by Premium Ropes
PRR-201-10
$0.83 USDUnit price /Unavailable -
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Rocna Vulcan Spade Anchor (Galvanised) - 9 lb (4.1 kg)
RCN-VLC4GS
$333.00 USDUnit price /Unavailable -




