Pico
Description
The RS Pico (formerly Laser Pico) is a versatile, entry-level training dinghy designed by Olympic medalist Jo Richards and introduced in 1995 by Performance Sailcraft (now part of RS Sailing). Built with durable rotomolded polyethylene hulls for low maintenance and high impact resistance, it's renowned as one of the most popular beginner sailboats worldwide, ideal for youth programs, adult learn-to-sail courses, and family outings. Its stable, forgiving design accommodates 1-3 sailors (up to 175-390 kg total load depending on configuration), with options for single-handed racing or double-handed cruising. The Pico's simple rigging, self-draining cockpit, and high boom make it exceptionally safe and easy to handle, even in breezy conditions. Over 20,000 units have been produced, and it's a staple in sailing schools from the UK to the US, earning praise for its "indestructible" build and fun, responsive performance without intimidation.
Construction Details
| Designer | Jo Richards |
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| Builder | RS Sailing |
| Length | 11.480 ft |
| LOA | 11.480 ft |
| Beam | 4.690 ft |
| Displacement | 220 lb |
| Max Draft | 2.920 ft |
| Year Built | 1995 |
The standard boat dimensions
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Documents
Sails
Pico - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 15.87 ft - (4837 mm) |
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| Foot | * 7.45 ft - (2271 mm) |
| Leech | * 17.14 ft - (5224 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 17.29 ft - (5270 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 4.5 in - (114 mm) |
| Area | * 62.007 ft² |
| Comments |
Tapered sleeve at luff -- 4.5 inches at bottom and 3.5 at top. Loose footed. |
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Pico - JIBSAIL
| Luff | 8.42 ft - (2566 mm) |
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| Foot | 3.6 ft - (1097 mm) |
| Leech | 6.54 ft - (1993 mm) |
| Area | * 11.14 ft² |
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