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Macgregor 22

The macgregor 22 is a 22.0ft masthead sloop designed by roger macgregor and built in fiberglass by macgregor yacht corp between 1967 and 1975..

The Macgregor 22 is a light sailboat which is a very high performer. It is reasonably stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a day-boat.

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MACGREGOR 22 Detailed Review

If you are a boat enthusiast looking to get more information on specs, built, make, etc. of different boats, then here is a complete review of MACGREGOR 22. Built by Macgregor Yacht Corp and designed by Roger MacGregor, the boat was first built in 1967. It has a hull type of Swing Keel and LOA is 6.71. Its sail area/displacement ratio 23.19. Its auxiliary power tank, manufactured by undefined, runs on undefined.

MACGREGOR 22 has retained its value as a result of superior building, a solid reputation, and a devoted owner base. Read on to find out more about MACGREGOR 22 and decide if it is a fit for your boating needs.

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Boat specifications, sail boat calculation, rig and sail specs, contributions, who designed the macgregor 22.

MACGREGOR 22 was designed by Roger MacGregor.

Who builds MACGREGOR 22?

MACGREGOR 22 is built by Macgregor Yacht Corp.

When was MACGREGOR 22 first built?

MACGREGOR 22 was first built in 1967.

How long is MACGREGOR 22?

MACGREGOR 22 is 5.94 m in length.

What is mast height on MACGREGOR 22?

MACGREGOR 22 has a mast height of 6.49 m.

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macgregor venture 22 ? for learning sailing couple

• Thread starter mark west
• Start date Feb 16, 2015
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sail boat needs :smaller the better 18' to 23' shallow water 3to 4ft at pier most time can blow out 1 to2 ft deep . cabin over night for 2 people 2 dogs, swing keel , stable , easy to sail and learn on, sea worthy the sound gets bad in little time . Macgregor venture 22 came up as candidate any other i should look for . found 1979 venture 22 what to look for good and bad on this model any weak areas of concern  

I think your on the right track, but you do have a lot of choices. Besides the Mac there is Catalina, Siren, San Juan, Chrysler, Hunter....man the list goes on. The Catalina is a very stable one (heavier keel), very well built and there was a lot of them made that's why there are a lot of used ones out there. I could tell you all the differences but the reason I went with the Macgregor 22 was because of the trailering weight and the big price difference. Other sailing sites will bad mouth the Mac because of the thinner hull but I have been very impressed in the 3 years I've been owned mine. I had never sailed before and my wife had never even stepped on a boat and it has been very forgiving but my advise is still practice safety, watch the weather and read some of these posts....even from the newbies cause they will point out common mistakes. We go out almost every weekend in the summer and have never day sailed, we always spend a night or two and has been plenty of room for us although were now ready for a 25 or 27.  

Btw areas of concern with that model is no different then with any other swing keel sailer. Keel condition, soft deck spots, sound hull, standing rigging, sails (cause their expensive), no leaks from top... overall alot of the stuff is repairable, but some things like sails are expensive. You may want to find one in turnkey condition if your not a "handy" kind of person. And another thing the hull is alot tougher then alot of people think. Because of our stupidity we lost anchor hold in a bad storm in the middle of the night once and spent 8 hours banging against the rocky shore with no damage. Was caught in a sudden tornado that came within 1/4 mile from us and no time to get to shore (were in Oklahoma) and have sailed sailed in 25 mph sustained winds with gust to 35...(not advised) and the only thing we worried about was getting demasted. Yes, were not on the coast but short choppy 2 foot waves coming from wind and yacht wakes from all different directions is scary as hell! I do know the difference I lived in Baltimore for 10 years and sailed the Chesapeake with friends. The point I am making is the Mac (Venture) is tougher then what alot of people think. My advise to you is do your homework. Good luck and hopefully you will find the one that fits you and your wife...and your dogs of course!  

A Venture/Mac is probably right up your alley. Big ticket= motor/sails/old trailers. Old Macs are known to leak topside in various places. Nothing a little effort can't fix. Make sure you understand how to check the condition of a boat - learn what a core is and how to check one. Some things are a PIA to fix. Know the value of things before offering up. Before you know it you'll be hooked...  

thanks for responses haven't seen the boat yet elderly man bought the 22 venture said its late 70 early 80 model . w/trailer, cabin raises. was kept under roof until he got it 2years ago said its in sailing condition just need cleaned. he never took it out too much work to set up by him self. when snow clears we will see boat how do you check swing keels condition its on trailer. also check the hull whats best way to and what am I looking for I know basic ,the keel and hull core are the areas i need advise price of boat is 1,000.00  

A core is a filling between two layers of fiberglass that should be fully stuck. On a boat such as that Venture they are likely 3/8 plywood in most places. If water gets into a core it can rot it out causing soft spots on the decks or worse. For us it was worse. Walk they decks and topsides everywhere watching for spots that sink. You can get a good idea of a core condition such as these using the butt end (handle) of a screw driver as a tapper. Everywhere there is a core you tap tap tap tap all over the core listening. A good core has a thack thack thack sound. A wet core goes "thunk". You can't miss it. Its best to tap both above and below the entire core if possible. A wet core isn't always the end of the world - it depends on where it is what it does that matters. A soft spot in a foredeck might be lived with but a wet core under a mast step or in a cockpit floor should probably be attended to. That boat likely has cores in these places: Foredeck, both side decks, cockpit seats, cabin top under mast, cockpit floor, under hatch covers. We ended up replacing almost every core on our boat thanks to the failed silicon previous owners used to seal things and our ignorance concerning such things upon purchase. We also ended up with rags for sails that we still haven't replaced. Don't get me wrong - we love our shabby little boat but don't be fooled by a nice coat of house paint when writing the check. I will leave the keel part to someone with more knowledge on the subject. Good luck.  

thanks top cat your talking about top decks and lower decks ? how about the hull is it core or solid  

mark west said: thanks top cat your talking about top decks and lower decks ? how about the hull is it core or solid Click to expand

Mark if it all appears to be there, especially the sails (not ripped up) you will probably be alright. Basically the advise these guys are giving is to make sure it's not rotted from the inside out. Also make sure there are no BIG cracks in the fiberglass anywhere especially around the mast step (where your mast connects to cabin top). You will probably see some small spider cracks but thats not a killer. With the keel that kind of takes an experienced eye on how the bolt connects, but at least look up underneath there and make sure that the keel is not totally rotted out, like huge pits. The good thing with a few bucks, elbow grease and knowledge you learn here online you can bring an ugly old boat back to life and be proud of it and the improvements you made. My boat was litterally black when I got it. Take someone with you thats familiar with sailboats and don't be afraid to negotiate with the fellow since you will probably have to spend around $600-800 for a descent used outboard. I don't kn  

I don't know about the market there, but if it's all there and just needs some TLC as they say, it sounds like a fair deal. Are all the cabin cushions intact? Does it have the pretty rosey red windows?  

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How big are your dogs? This may seem like a small thing, but it's not. While I really, really liked my Mac 22 it got small pretty fast. I'm in a different place with two kids, but two dogs can take up a lot of space as well. in my mind the 22 is a prettier boat than the 26, and it may have had a slight edge in "feel" while sailing, but I wouldn't go back after having the 26. With that said, I sold it to a couple who wanted it for their first boat and I've heard from them since that they are more than happy with it. My advice is to not get in a hurry. You'll probably know the right boat when you find it. $1000 more on the asking price is really insignificant once you have an idea of what costs/improvements can run. If you're able, it's better to buy one that's closer to being done than not. Little things like cockpit cushions can cost way more than you think. Absolutely go look at a 26S before buying a Mac 22 or 25. Seriously. They are nice boats, but the 26 has an interior layout that you may find worth the added cost.  

thanks all of you for advice will net you know more when i can see boat .owners 83 and cant go to were boat is stored in this weather .  

Our second boat was a '72 V-222. Great boat. Cozy for two people. will sleep four. Good sailer. Added genoa and spinnaker. Had her for five years. Used to drop anchor at Catalina for a week at a time. Recommend long shaft 7.5 HP outboard. Traded up to V-25. Keep us posted.  

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The Macgregor 22 is a small recreational sailboat that was designed by Roger Macgregor. It was built by Macgregor Yacht Corp. (USA) in 1967. The boatyard manufactured tons of Macgregor 22 units. However, the production came to a halt in 1975.

This sailboat offers impeccable sailing performance in moderate weather conditions. It possesses a positive floatation that keeps it afloat when swamped with waves; this is an excellent safety feature and ensures that emergencies are tackled efficiently. As a small-sized yacht, it is propelled by a relatively powerful auxiliary motor. It weighs 1,800 lb. and carries a steel ballast of 500 lb. It has a mainsail area of 177 sq. ft. and a mast height of 28 ft. This 22-footer sailing boat is designed with a Bermuda rig with a foretriangle height of 24.67 ft., a foretriangle base of 9.083 ft., a mainsail luff of 21.83 ft., and a mainsail foot of 9.75 ft. This design has a length overall (LOA) of 22.00 ft. The waterline length (LWL) is 19.50 ft. The interior is made predominantly of fiberglass and wood trims. It has a cabin area that has enough space to accommodate a crew of four passengers. It is equipped with a modest dinette and settee.

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'79 MacGregor Venture 22

Saratoga Springs, New York

Make Macgregor

Model Venture

Category Daysailer Sailboats

Length 22.0

Posted Over 1 Month

Excellent Daysailer. I learned to sail solo on Lake George with this boat. Handles like a dream. I've slept on it a number of time. The ads will say it sleeps four. I'd say two adults and two small children. The hull has been scraped, but not painted. I kept it on the trailer when I wasn't using it. So, I didn't need to paint it. I've replaced all the wiring, the stern light, the winch strap for the trailer, and the cable for the swing keel. The cushions have all been recovered with vinyl. Last July, I had the plugs, points, head gasket replaced, and the carb rebuilt on the motor. It's old. But, if you let it warm up for a few minutes, it will run all day. Boat comes with: --main and jib sails-- like new sheets, halyards, dock and anchor lines (bought at the beginning of last season).--'67 Envinrude 9.5 hp 2 cycle motor w/ long shaft (runs well)--5 gal. fuel tank--two life jackets--3 step hook ladder--trailer is included in sale (2" ball required) The usual info:Hull: monohull w/ swing keelRig: masthead sloopLOA: 22'LWL:18'Beam: 7.33'Draft: 1' (keel up)/ 6' (keel down)Displacement 1800lbs.

SAILBOAT 22' Venture 222 daysailer with trailer sails and outboard

Randolph, New Jersey

Model Venture 222

This sailboat has a swing-down keel and pop-up top. It sleeps four. Model is 1971 VENTURE 222 built by Macgregor Yacht Corp.Evinrude Yachwin 8hp motor is very clean and runs good. Comes with fuel tank.Sails and covers with windows are in good shape.Clean NJ title. Boat was last registered 2013.Trailer is road worthy and has bearing buddies with zerk fittings. Just purchased new trailer lights and wiring.Comes with misc items: ladder, bumpers, anchor, etcCushions are all there and in decent shape. Interior could perhaps benefit from some new paint.Last photo is of a similar boat with the pop-up in the up position so you can see what it looks like. It really opens up the cabin and provides good standing room.NJ delivery is available / negotiable. Viewable In Randolph 07869 Feel free to contact me for an appointment to view the boat.

2010 Macgregor m26

Naples, Florida

Category Sailboats

2010 Macgregor m26, FSBO Black on white, charcoal Bimini two years old. Sails jib is about one year old, main is months old and spinnaker is like new. 90 horse Suzuki, aluminum trailer. Air conditioner. Spare rudder and dagger board. Coast guard package w two anchors. This is the perfect shallow water cruiser for the Gulf Coast. $22,000, 845-772-1940. Price reduced new boat coming, must sell . All, offers considered.

1983 Macgregor 25 Sailboat

Safety Harbor, Florida

Model 25 Sailboat

1983 Macgregor 25 Sailboat,The Macgregor 25 sailboat is sought after for its shallow draft, fast sailing and ability to be easily trailered. With a cast iron swing keel this sail boat floats in only 22 inches of water. - Perfect for day sailing in the bay and island hopping.This sailboat has been well maintained and comes with lots of newer parts. Includes: trailer, 2 main sails, genoa, jib, 9.9 Johnson outboard, canvas poptop, nice interior cushions, new teak, new windows, deep cell battery, fish finder and much more.Everything that you need to go sailing today.The boat is located in Safety Harbor close to Tampa Bay and Clearwater Beach Florida. Call now to schedule a showing. (727)902-8165 $3500, 7279028165

2010 Macgregor 26M

Spring Lake, Michigan

Category Sloop Sailboats

2010 Macgregor 26M The Macgregor 26M is a trailerable coastal cruiser, powerboat, ski boat, party barge and floating home all wrapped into one hull. The obvious design compromises in a motorboat-sailboat hybrid have made many owners smile. The Macgregor 26 is a hybrid appealing primarily to trailersailors strapped for time and concerned about the rising cost of slip and mooring fees. At 26 feet it is simple to rig and sail, and just as easy to transport. Instead of chugging with the diesel at 4 knots, the Macgregor 26M speeds along at 22 mph. The boat was also able to explore quiet coves or nestle onto sandy beaches because its twin rudders and daggerboard that require only 12 inches water when retracted. This Macgregor 26M is a ONE OWNER BOAT. She was purchase NEW from the Factory in June of 2010. The boat is currently under the winter cover at the sellers home and is in need of a very good detailing. She is equipped with a lot of extra gear. Make arrangements for your personal showing today...........

Gosport, England

2010 Macgregor 26M These boats are quite amazing as it is possible to sail or even water-ski behind her. She is on a twin axle trailer and her rigging can be raised single handed. It also has removable water ballast of 521 Kgs, with a 60hp outboard under power she is capable of speeds up 22knots.This boat has been well looked after and has a high specification of electronics.The boat is only reluctantly for sale as the owner has purchased a bigger vessel and is not allowed two boats!These boat details are subject to contract.Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.

MacGregor 26 Swing Keel Sailboat / Trailer in Excellent Condition ready WI Sail!

Egg Harbor, Wisconsin

Make Macgregor 26S

Model 26 Swing Keel With Trailer

Length 26.0

The MacGregor 26S MacGregor 26 Swing Keel Sailboat 1994 with Trailer in Excellent Condition ready to Sail! This is a 1994 MacGregor 26S Sailboat with trailer and 8 hp outboard motor in excellent condition. It accepts a 2 inch ball mount trailer hitch. The total trailer weight is about 2000 lbs, so pretty much any V-6 vehicle can tow this without any extra equipment. Any Minivan for example will work fine. It includes everything needed to sail. Three sails including a main, a roller furling Genoa and a drifter / spinnaker are included . This sailboat is wheel steered with binnacle mounted motor remote controls and instruments. Everything is in excellent condition and the trailer tires are brand new Goodyear Marathon trailer tires. It also has an extra motor mount for a trolling motor or small outboard secondary engine. This boat has many upgrades including wheel steering and a Rudder Craft Mac 26S HDPE High Performance Replacement Rudder as well as the stock rudder as a spare, a MMSD pump out porta toilet, a CDI roller furling Genoa and a main sail cover as well as life lines and bow and stern pulpits, a swim ladder, a solar panel and an Autohelm ST 30 Bidata to name a few. The 8 HP Tohatsu (Nissan) outboard model M8B also has electric start and an alternator. The MacGregor 26S, 1990 to 1995, replaced the dagger board with a swing centerboard (which kicks up in an accidental grounding) and made other smaller changes. Together, the 26D and 26S are often called the "classic" MacGregor 26, and sometimes the 26C. Owners of these earlier models tend to refer to them as "the real sailboats" prior to the changes coming with the MacGregor 26X. The V-berth can handle 2 people/kids and has storage underneath, the settee can accommodate another person and plenty more storage under there, in the cabin galley /kitchen area is a sink and a mirrored bulkhead with plenty of storage under the sink. Behind the ladder going into the cockpit is a queen sized, super comfortable bed which is also located right below the cockpit. This boat has a POP-UP roof over the galley area that rotates up and out of the way while boat is at anchor / berth which gives unlimited head room in the cabin. This vessel includes all tools and supplies needed for maintenance and use like a nice Windex for mast top mounting. a manual bilge pump, an anchor with rode, a new gallon of bottom paint, a new fuel tank with hose, a remote controlled stereo, cockpit cushions, a wind scoop etc. I am the third owner of this nice Mac and all paperwork including the Wisconsin Title and the original purchase contract when new are included as well as a IL trailer title from the previous owner. (Note, a few pictures are from the previous owner in IL and we do not have trailer titles in WI.) It is located in Door County, WI in the city of Egg Harbor, WI north of Green Bay at my summer cottage while I live in Milwaukee, WI. If you have any questions please do ask as all inquiries will be responded to. Thanks for your interest. Hull Type: Centerboard (Trunk) Rig Type: Fractional Sloop LOA: 25.82' / 7.87m LWL: 23.50' / 7.16m Beam: 7.82' / 2.38m Listed SA: 235 ft2 / 21.83 m2 Draft (max.) 6.33' / 1.93m Draft (min.) 1.25' / 0.38m Disp. 2850 lbs./ 1293 kgs. Ballast: 1200 lbs. / 544 kgs. SA/Disp.: 18.75 Bal./Disp.: 42.07% Disp./Len.: 98.04 Designer: Roger Macgregor Builder: Macgregor Yacht Corp. (USA) Construct.: FG Bal. type: Water First Built: 1990 Last Built: 1995 # Built: RIG DIMENSIONS KEY I: 22.00' / 6.71m J: 9.67' / 2.95m P: 25.17' / 7.67m E: 10.25' / 3.12m PY: EY: SPL: ISP: SA(Fore.): 106.37 ft2 / 9.88 m2 SA(Main): 129.00 ft2 / 11.98 m2 Total(calc.)SA: 235.37 ft2 / 21.87 m2 DL ratio: 98.04 SA/Disp: 18.78 Est. Forestay Len.: 24.03' / 7.32m Mast Height from DWL: 32.25' / 9.83m BUILDERS (past & present) More about & boats built by: Macgregor Yacht Corp DESIGNER More about & boats designed by: Roger MacGregor NOTES Dry boat weight: 1650 lbs. Centerboard weight: 50 lbs. An earlier model, called the MACGREGOR 26 D was similar but with a (vertically) lifting keel. (also with water ballast = reduced weight for trailering. Not to be adjusted while sailing). Spinnaker area: 360 sq. ft. Click Here for the Owner's Manual Click Here for Information on a Modified Macgregor 26S Click Here for More Pictures of this Vessel Happy Owner's Review: My Experience with the MacGregor 26S ("Classic") "Having owned and sailed extensively a 26S for three years, I can report that indeed it does actually sail fairly well and lives up to its reputation of being a roomy and easily trailered pocket cruiser. At the time it was the only sailboat that met my budgetary needs, had room enough for my family of three to cruise for up to a week at a time, and trailered well to let us explore waters from Maine to Key West. Yes, it's a light boat, but I had a lot of sailing experience and was cautious and never had trouble in winds to 30 knots - and I didn't try anything foolish like taking it offshore. Yes, the fiberglass was thin, but I avoided running into rocks. I took my 3-year-old out on solo daysails and have no regrets. I sold it to a family of four, their first boat, and heard from them a few years later that they'd thoroughly enjoyed tons of sailing. Thousands of other MacGregor owners have had similar experiences."

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Venture 222

Venture 222 is a 22 ′ 0 ″ / 6.7 m monohull sailboat designed by Roger MacGregor and built by Macgregor Yacht Corp between 1971 and 1982.

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Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.

The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

• SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
• D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
• LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
• LOA: Length overall in feet
• Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

Besides certain hardware, hatch types, and small rig differences, the VENTURE 22, VENTURE 222, and MACGREGOR 22 are similar. Thanks to a number of Venture/Mac owners for providing updated information. Thanks also to Sam Tricky for providing a number of corrections.

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