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Sitting at 26 and a half feet long, the Malibu Wakesetter 26 LSV is the largest Malibu Boat ever built. With over 6,000 pounds of ballast and extra customization that comes with Surf Gate® and Power Wedge® III, the 26 LSV leaves plenty of room to play with a big pocket and perfect wave on both sides. Home to all the luxurious amenities you need for endless summer lake days, the 26 LSV boasts plush seating and storage for up to 18 people. Packed with the latest features to maximize your spacious interior — including the MaxPivot Seat™ and the port side cooler storage locker — the 26 LSV is just begging to be lounged in after a refreshing afternoon swim at the cove or sunset cruise to dinner.

So, if you’re looking for cutting-edge innovations, the most spacious interior, and unbeatable wave performance behind the boat, the 26 LSV offers an on-the-water experience you truly can’t get anywhere else — let’s get on the water.

Wakesetter 26 LSV

Traditional Bow

The classic traditional bow styling gives the 26 LSV a sleek profile that cuts through the water and delivers amazing performance.

Wake Plus™ Hull

The Wake Plus™ Hull was designed specifically for boarding applications and allows the boat to sit deeper in the water at slower speeds, which allows for more water displacement, creating the best wakes and waves for any rider.

New Malibu G10+ Tower™

Upgrade to the brand new Malibu G10+ Tower™ that raises and lowers at the turn of a dial and includes overhead lighting to illuminate the lounge. Or, opt for Malibu's standard G5 Tower™ that effortlessly stows gear, tows riders, and easily folds low.

Flip Down Swim Step

Our patented Flip Down Swim Step makes both lounging on the back of the boat and re-entry easy and enjoyable. For even more luxury and ease of use, 26 LSV buyers can opt for the Powered Swim Step, which deploys in and out of the water with push-button convenience from the stern.

MaxPivot Seat™

Customize your interior with the MaxPivot Seat™ to create a bed at the back, or a rear-facing bench seat with or without the table flipped up.

MALIBU COMMAND CENTER™

From the helm seat, the driver will enjoy the next-level Malibu Command Center. With two high-visibility touch screens that make it easier than ever to find one-touch surf or wake settings as well as features like wireless charging, your captain is sure to be happy.

Wet Sounds Audio

Set the mood on the water with a fully tuned Wet Sounds stereo system with crisp highs and perfect bass. Choose up to four tower speakers in white or black.

Lounge & Bow Amenities

Throughout the bow and lounge of the 26 LSV, your crew can find all the amenities you need including plenty of unde-seat storage, phone holders with wireless charging, and a plethora of cup holders to keep you hydrated all day long.

Endless Customization Options

Build the boat of your dreams for perfect memories on the water. Customize your exterior based on your style including all-new color & customization options for 2024 — you can even match your tower hoop to your boat exterior. Don't forget to load up the interior with premium options such as the Powered Swim Step, all-new G10+ Tower™, or MaxPivot™ Seat.

Soft Grip Flooring

Made from the highest-quality materials for the absolute best on-water performance, Malibu produces our Soft Grip flooring in-house for ultimate durability and comfort on the water.

Spacious, Walk-Through Interior

The 26 LSV takes accessibility to a whole new level. Inside this roomy interior, you can walk from bow to swim platform without stepping on any vinyl or tripping on your crew. You can even opt for a removable transom walkthrough cushion to keep your vinyl protected and walkways extra accessible.

Port Side Cooler Storage Locker

At the centerpiece of the 26 LSV lounge is the port side cooler locker. Offering easy access to your cooler and equipped with slide-up backrests and cupholders, this storage locker makes for the perfect conversation area.

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Endless Wakes & Waves

Generating symmetrical wakes and waves that stand up in any condition, the 26 LSV uses its size to make a truly leveled-up surf wave — and it might just be the best one yet.

The LSV Series

The series that creates the backbone of the Malibu Boats lineup, the LSV line offers sleek traditional bow styling with luxurious upholstery, and the perfect wakes & waves you expect out of the most-awarded surf technology in the industry.

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26 LSV Walkthrough

Offering seating for 18, Malibu's signature wave technology, and a plethora of additional options including Stern Tern® and the MaxPivot Seat™, you truly can't find a better on-the-water experience.

Malibu Innovation - Stern Turn®

Integrated directly on the throttle, easily maneuver into a tight slip, swing around for quick rider pick-ups, or load your 26 LSV on the trailer with ease thanks to Stern Turn®.

Malibu Innovation: Surf Gate®

Working with Power Wedge® III and Six Hard Ballast Tanks, Surf Gate® creates the most dynamic playground for wake surfing possible. With hundreds of customization options, no competitor comes close to the wave performance available on the 26 LSV.

26 LSV Industry-Leading Innovations

Malibu Command Center™ with Wireless Charging

The center touch screen of the Malibu Command Center has all the primary driving and watersports functions in a simple, intuitive 12-inch touchscreen interface. Various watersports presets make for quick-starts into wakesurfing and wakeboarding & with fast-fill and fast-drain ballast, it’s quicker than ever to go from one sport to the next.

Powered Flip-Down Swim Step™

The Powered Flip-Down Swim Step deploys in and out of the water with push-button convenience from the stern, making it easy for dogs & riders to get back on board with ease.

All-New G10+™ Tower

Elevate your 26 LSV with the all-new G10+ Tower. The electric G10+ folds down by simply turning a dial, allowing you to raise or lower your tower in a matter of seconds with just one hand. You can even add-on tower misters to keep the whole lounge cool on long lake days, plus there’s overhead lighting to illuminate the lounge while packing up the boat.

MaxPivot™ Seat

To help you make the most of your roomy lounge on the 26 LSV, we’ve added the MaxPivot Seat™ which smoothly changes between a bed at the back, or moves forward to create a rear-facing bench seat with or without the table flipped up. asily transform your lounge into a bed for tired kids, additional rear-facing seating with (or without) a table for afternoon snacks, or additional standard lounge seating.

Transom Walkthrough & Rear Loungers

Walk on Soft Grip all the way from the bow to the swim platform without stepping on any vinyl or tripping on your crew. Once you're at the back of the boat, you can relax in the all-new transom seats & soak up the sun after a swim.

• performance

Cut through big-lake chop and rolling surf waves with the sleek traditional bow – even while fully loaded with an 18-person crew and topped off ballast.

The sleek traditional bow still offers deep and spacious seating from bow to transom.

The 26 LSV has features an all-new style with sleek, angular lines, and side contours that really make the boat pop.

Producing the legendary wakes and waves that Malibu is known for thanks to our patented surf technology, the 25 LSV has room for you and your favorite surf buddy to shred.

The 26 LSV sits deeper in the water which means you can sit back, relax, and encounter less spray on windy days.

With room for 18, bring your whole crew to enjoy the all-new 26 LSV.

LSV stands for Luxury Sport V-Drive that embodies all the modern luxuries in a sleek, classic designed towboat.

Sitting at 26 and a half feet long, the 26 LSV is home to all the luxurious amenities you and your 17-person crew need for endless summer lake days.

Moving to the back, the 26 LSV has one of the best transom setups out there. You can walk on Soft Grip all the way from the lounge to the swim platform, which is really nice for keeping your vinyl clean. And, the all-new transom seats feel like a recliner, so you can soak up the sun after a swim.

The 26 LSV's wave size gives riders plenty of room to play from the crest to the trough with huge bottom turns and airs.

With Malibu’s multiple patented wake innovations to customize your ballast settings, the 26 LSV provides the makings of a world-class Malibu wake or wave experience for riders of all ability levels.

Presets in the Malibu Command Center allow for quick wake setup at different levels, and the ballast amounts are programmed from the factory to make a perfectly shaped wake or wave.

Take your behind the boat experience to the next level using Surf Band™. Control Power Wedge® III, tower speaker volume, cruise control speed, and even initiate Surf Gate® transfers.

The 26 LSV uses its size to make a truly leveled-up surf wave that gives the ultimate surf & foiling experience where they can ride two — or potentially even three deep.

Surf Gate® creates a perfect ocean-like wave on either side of the boat without having to move any ballast.

The 26 LSV features the signature Malibu shape that doesn’t dip below the water level and is more ocean-like, making it harder to bury the nose.

Power Wedge® III is Malibu’s exclusive wake-enhancing device that allows for customization of the wake and wave, taking it from steep to mellow and anywhere in between.

The 26 LSV lounge is packed with innovations including the all-new MaxPivot Seat™, which changes between a bench seat, a sun bed, and a fully functioning table.

The 26 LSV bow is equipped with hinged storage, cup holders, phone holders with optional wireless charging, accent lighting, and an unbelievable sound package.

The 26 LSV is a tech marvel that allows you to simply and easily control just about everything on your new 26 LSV without leaving the captain’s chair.

Offering easy access to your cooler and equipped with slide-up backrests and cupholders, this storage locker makes for the perfect conversation area in the 26 LSV.

The MaxPivot Seat™ can be adjusted to multiple positions including a table, sun bed, and wake view bench.

To help you make the most of your roomy lounge on the 26 LSV, the MaxPivot Seat™ smoothly changes between a bed at the back, or moves forward to create a rear-facing bench seat with or without the table flipped up.

Inside this roomy 26 LSV interior, there's plenty of seating and storage for your 18-person crew including a plethora of cupholders and phone holders with wireless charging.

TWO TOWERS TO RULE THEM ALL

All-new malibu g10+ tower.

Optional Hoop and Base Colors

Ptm clampforce 3.0 ratcheting board racks, 10" wet sounds speakers, tower misters, malibu g5 tower.

Tower Lights

Standard spinning bungee racks, latching fold system with gas assisted shocks, optional hoop & base options, side tow points, g-force wet sounds speakers.

Malibu Monsoon Engines

Designed, Built and Backed by Malibu

Years in development, Malibu is the only towboat manufacturer that designs, builds and backs our engines.

Malibu Built Trailers

Depth Alarm

Electric over hydraulic brake, premium grade steel, custom cut bunk carpet, customizable.

rear straps

Custom colors, malibu soft grip flooring, triple axle.

Custom colors

Rear transom steps, custom backlit logos.

Malibu's 5-Year Warranty

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At Malibu, we build one of every three towboats sold in the USA and from bow to stern you can be sure we stand proudly behind every boat we build. One of Malibu’s hallmarks is an unwavering commitment to reliability in all its components, from ballast pumps to towers to our award-winning hulls and much more.

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EMBARK ON AN ADVENTURE

Experience your grand adventure in the Regal 26 Express, a vessel that embodies superior comfort and function from top to bottom. With the seemingly-unlimited versatility of the cockpit seating and a generous salon—complete with an entertainment center and full-sized aft berth—this bold cruiser has it all.

Layout and Seating

Lay down the backrest, get comfortable, and soak in the rays on the large sunlounge.

Face-To-Face Seating

Comfortably seat five in the face-to-face seating and enjoy spending time with those that love being on the water as much as you do.

Social Seating

Face forward or aft with a flip of the backrest.

ONE-OF-A-KIND SALON

Regal's uniquely shaped salon provides the most-in-class space with an expansive seating layout and berth for overnight stays.

The cabin's galley features an optional electric stove and refrigerator, a stainless steel sink, and plenty of storage for everything you need to entertain your guests.

SPACIOUS MID-CABIN

Featuring a comfortable double berth, the mid-cabin is an efficient and spacious use of space below deck.

Differentiating Advantages

Elevate Your boating experience with a PowerTower, which lowers with the touch of a button.

Integrated Foredeck Steps

Steps are integrated into your cabin door for easy access to your foredeck, which can be equipped with a sunpad.

Power of Choice

Choose your power.

Like the layout of the 26 Express, but prefer a different power? When you choose Regal, you get the freedom to match your style with your preferred power.

Outboard: 26 XO

Built for ultimate versatility with details crafted to elevate your boating experience, the 26 XO achieves a higher standard of excellence. With ample space and comfort awaiting you in the cockpit, below, you will find hospitable amenities and accommodations designed to keep you and your guests refreshed and relaxed all day long.

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Cabin Layout

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Standard Features

Cockpit features.

Courtesy Blue LED Lights

Standard blue LED cockpit lights not only provide ambient light to ensure you and your guests can safely maneuver around the boat but also make a statement at the dock.

Fiberglass Cockpit Liner

While lighter and stronger, this liner ensures that all water will flow to the appropriate drain and not be absorbed.

Foredeck Steps

The foredeck steps are very wide and integrated into the door. Upgraded with Harken bearings, the steps can easily handle the added stress.

Fusion Marine Sound - 4 Cockpit Speakers

The best sound begins with the best equipment. That means four 200 watt Fusion cockpit speakers with an IP65 waterproof rating.

Fusion Stereo Bluetooth

Get the best sound out of the best equipment wirelessly.

Multi-Position Sunlounge

Removable cooler.

The 26 Express and 28 Express features a removable 25 quart Igloo cooler with designated storage that will handle even the thirstiest of crews.

Stainless Drink Holders

Regal's stainless drink holders will last longer than the competitors' plastic ones.

Transom Shower

The transom shower will help keep your boat nice and clean.

Trash Receptacle

A trash receptacle comes standard on every Regal.

Helm Features

12 Volt Accessory Plug

A 12-volt accessory plug is ready at the helm when you need it.

Hand-wrapped Steering Wheel

Regals feature a premium hand-wrapped steering wheel for the utmost comfort and control.

Stainless Binnacle Control with Safety Lanyard

Comfort and safety go hand in hand when at the helm.

Trim Tab Controls

The standard trim tabs give you complete control over your boat even in the roughest of seas.

Hull & Deck Features

The first mate will enjoy the flat foredeck when working the anchor or bow lines.

Anchor Roller

Your next Regal comes standard with an anchor roller and stainless steel guard plate to keep your foredeck free of scratches.

Composite Stringers

Featuring all composite stringers to make the boat stronger and lighter.

Deck Hatch with Privacy Screen

Let the breeze in but keep the bugs out with the deck hatch and screen.

Fast Vent Fuel Fitting

Regal uses stainless whereas others use plastic.

In-Mold Gelcoat Boot Stripe

This superior gel finish will last longer than taped-on vinyl graphics.

Large Engine Hatch

The 26 Express features a large engine hatch that provides plenty of room for service and maintenance.

Limited Lifetime Hull Warranty

Regal offers a Limited Lifetime Hull Warranty.

MarineTred Non-Skid

Diamond MarineTred is incorporated into the mold for a superior finish. It's less abrasive and easier to clean.

Low-To-The-Water Swim Platform

The low-to-the-water swim platform makes enjoying activities in the water easier.

8" Stainless Cleats

Regal features six 8" stainless steel cleats, which won't rust or break over time.

Stainless Deck Hardware

Regals feature upgraded 316-grade stainless hardware.

Stainless Rub Rail

Regal's stainless rub rail not only looks good but also offers added protection.

Stainless Steel Bow Scuff Plate with Lifting Eye

The stainless bow scuff plate protects the gelcoat from trailer chocks and provides for a lifting eye.

Vinyl Ester Barrier Coating

The additional layer of resin coating provides superior protection against hull blistering.

Windshield & Canvas Features

Tinted, tempered and curved windshield.

When you buy a Regal, you know you are buying an un-compromised product. Regals feature a stylish one-piece windshield.

Aft Stateroom Features

Spacious mid-cabin, cabin features.

Fusion Apollo RA670 Marine Stereo

The Fusion radio has full integration for your smart phone via Bluetooth and has AM/FM radio capabilities.

Fusion Marine Sound - 2 Cabin Speakers

Two 200 watt Fusion speakers make the cabin sound like a home theater.

Hull Side Windows

The large hull side picture windows let in an abundance of natural light, making your salon feel like home.

Galley Features

Hand-crafted cabinetry.

The hand-crafted cabinetry looks stunning as you enter the cabin.

Refrigerator

A 4.2 cubic foot refrigerator will store more than enough for your next boating adventure.

Head Features

Toilet paper holder.

Regals feature designated storage for all of your amenities.

Technical & Systems Features

Automatic bilge pump.

The automatic bilge pump takes action before you even realize what is wrong.

Bow Thruster

This transversal propulsion device tremendously increases maneuverability; docking becomes a breeze.

Dual Battery Switch

Regal features a smart battery management system by using one battery for starting and the other for all your electronics. Of course, they are both equally charged via a VSR and can be combined for emergency situations.

Integrated Self Bailing Cockpit System

Keep a clean bilge with all your wash down and rain water draining directly overboard.

NMMA, ABYC, USCG & CE Certified

Regal makes sure that it meets the highest standards of safety in the industry.

Power Assisted Steering

There is nothing like fingertip control created by the power steering.

Pressurized Water System

A pressurized water system is standard, complete with sinks, water pump, tank, and a filter.

Weather Resistant Deutsch Connectors

On a Regal, you'll find Deutsch connectors for superior protection and durability.

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Sadler 26: the little boat with big attitude

• Rachael Sprot
• September 8, 2022

Is the Sadler 26 the ultimate small yacht or just an overgrown dinghy? Rachael Sprot steps aboard to find out

Most of the Sadler 26s built had twin keels, although deep and shallow fins were also available. Credit: Richard Langdon/Ocean Images Credit: Richard Langdon

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I’ve always been a fan of small yachts. They’re exponentially cheaper to buy and maintain, the loads are lower, making them safer for new crew, and the shove ‘n’ go boat handling saves a lot of hassle in marinas .

But even by pocket-cruiser standards, 26ft is tiny. And although extraordinary voyages are made on tiny boats, I’ve always thought you’d need an MBA (Masters in Bunk Arrangement) to cope in such confined quarters.

Would the Sadler 26 change my mind?

I joined John Dickson on his Sadler 26, Ella , to find out. John sails Ella on the south coast and English Channel with his wife, Nao, and children, Ollie, 13, and Georgina, 10.

The cockpit is deep and comfortable, with coaming lockers on each side and good leg bracing. Credit: Richard Langdon

He seizes every chance to head out, sometimes just with cockerpoo, Maggie, for company. The first thing I noticed when I stepped aboard Ella in the river Hamble, was that she didn’t baulk at my weight, as I was expecting.

She may only be 26ft long, but with over 9ft of beam there’s plenty of form stability. The real secret behind her feeling of buoyancy, however, is that her double-skinned hull is filled with foam.

John Dickson sails his Sadler 26, Ella with his wife, Nao, and children Ollie and Georgina. A professional jazz musician, John also sails Ella solo from the river Hamble on the UK’s south coast. Credit: Richard Langdon

Scarred by the terrible loss of life of the 1979 Fastnet Race when several yachts sank, Martin Sadler, David Sadler’s son, designed the 26 and 29 to withstand significant water ingress.

Although their unsinkability was never officially established, in one test the 26 was sailed through overfalls under full sail in a Force 5 with the seacocks open and half full of water, which sounds pretty conclusive to me.

Folkboat DNA in the Sadler 26

Like all successful species, the Sadler 26 is the product of evolution. Deep in her ancestry you’ll find the Folkboat, but you’ll have to go via the Sadler 25 and Sadler-designed Contessa 26 to find it.

There’s still a hint of her Nordic origins in the high bow and swoosh of sheer, although the full stern looks somewhat truncated. The underwater profile is sea-kindly and a transom-hung rudder has a full-depth skeg providing protection and directional stability.

The helm is light and responsive, and the cockpit is well set up for singlehanded sailing. Credit: Richard Langdon

There were several keel options. Most were built with twin keels , but there are also deep and shallow-fin keels and lifting keels. The twin keels are relatively fine and deep in order to preserve sailing performance to windward.

Aloft, there’s a masthead rig with large overlapping genoa and respectable ballast ratio of 41%.

The construction technique is quite different to modern balsa or foam-cored hulls. The outer skin is full strength and the inner skin is a moulded lining.

The 9ft 4in beam gives the Sadler 26 a wide deck, with enough room to stand by the shrouds. Credit: Richard Langdon

Apparently the foam wasn’t originally considered essential for strength but it does play an important role in this regard, providing extra stiffness.

The strategically placed pockets of polyurethane foam don’t just provide buoyancy, they also insulate the hull, reducing condensation and noise.

Around fittings such as keel bolts there’s no foam: the two skins meet to form a solid layer of GRP .

The major downside of this construction method is that it could be expensive and complicated to repair if water seeps into the foam, which may become increasingly likely as these boats age.

A pre-purchase survey will be important to identify any problems.

Well-considered cockpit

On deck, the coachroof remains in proportion to the rest of the yacht, the curved top softening the outline.

Two pairs of rounded portlights, one small and one large, are easy on the eye.

A teak handrail accentuates her lines and breaks up the otherwise large expanse of gelcoat. The teak rubbing strake is another attractive detail which also covers the hull-to-deck join, which is bolted and glued together.

The Sadler 26 came with a masthead rig, supported by a forestay, backstay and in-line caps and lowers. The foretriangle is larger than the mainsail. Credit: Richard Langdon

The moulded toerail gives a secure foothold, but the scarcity of scuppers means that water collects on the sidedecks, especially if you’ve slightly altered the trim by adding too much weight in the bow or stern, which is easy to do on a small boat.

The stanchions drop into sockets in the toerail, which seems like a neat solution, but means that if you have any abrupt encounters with the dock you not only bend a stanchion, but might damage the deck-moulding too.

Some boats, including Ella , have fitted bolt-on stanchion bases instead. The sidedecks are wider than you might expect thanks to her beam, with room to stand by the shrouds when coming alongside.

The anchor well is sealed off from the vee-berth. Credit: Richard Langdon

There’s a proper anchor well to keep muddy chain sealed off from the vee-berth. Look closely enough at the cockpit though, and you start to have a sense of where Sadler’s priorities lie. It may look unremarkable, but it’s an excellent working area when sailing, both comfortable and functional.

The square shape of the cut-off transom is a compromise worth making, allowing room for three adults or a few more little people. The benches are the perfect width to brace across when heeling, even for those of us with short legs.

It’s still small enough to reach all the controls when singlehanded though, with halyards and reefing lines led back along the coachroof.

Bolt-on stanchion bases replace the original moulded ones in the toerail. Credit: Richard Langdon

The transom-hung rudder positions the tiller well aft, so that it doesn’t dominate the space.

Standing with the tiller in hand, there’s a clear line of vision forwards even with the sprayhood up. The deep coamings make a comfortable backrest.

The recessed storage cubbies are a useful feature often missing on larger yachts.

When beating to windward, the coachroof gives shelter from a full bombardment of green water.

The only drawback is that the traveller position is directly in front of the companionway hatch. Owing to the small mainsail though, it’s relatively easy to manage.

A good use of space

The starboard-side cockpit locker swallows up gear and houses a stainless-steel fuel tank. Ella had a large removable panel to give better access to the back of the engine , gearbox and stern gland, which is a very practical modification.

A 90-litre flexible water tank lives under the cockpit sole, making good use of otherwise redundant space. Slide back the companionway hatch and you reveal a bright, compact interior.

Immediately to starboard of the companionway is the galley with a small sink, coolbox and boat cooker . The previous owner had dispensed with the full-sized oven and put extra stowage beneath the hob.

Mounting navigation equipment by the companionway makes it easier for John to sail singlehanded. Credit: Richard Langdon

Locker space is minimal here, but if you’re not too ambitious about what you cook, the space is perfectly adequate. The top of the engine box provides additional work surface for food prep.

A spacious quarterberth runs under the port side of the cockpit and a cleverly designed nav table pulls out above it on older models.

John has mounted navigation equipment here which made it easy to reach from the cockpit, a useful feature when singlehanded sailing .

The hanging locker is useful for storing lifejackets and foulies. Credit: Richard Langdon

In a neat metamorphosis, the saloon table drops down to create a double bunk. The starboard-side bench is too short to be a full-sized bunk, unless you push through into the hanging locker forwards as some owners have done.

Beyond the main bulkhead is the heads compartment with wet locker opposite.

The vee-berth gains a feeling of additional space from the raised coachroof and large foredeck hatch above. It’s not a plush interior, but the inner mouldings have aged well and provide plenty of storage beneath.

The transom-hung rudder is supported on a full-length skeg and gives the Sadler 26 good manoeuvrability. Credit: Richard Langdon

The foam insulates each stowage compartment, meaning that items stored under bunks suffer less condensation and mildew.

The major drawback of the interior is headroom. John is 5ft 6in and can stand up in the cabin, but if you’re much taller you’ll be spending most of your time stooped over – many people would find the maximum headroom of 5ft 10in restrictive.

Without totally destroying the proportions, it would be hard to achieve more headroom on a boat of this size and for those with longer legs, the similarly constructed Sadler 29 is worth considering.

Impressive handling

The original engines were 10hp Bukhs and then 9hp Volvo Pentas. Ella had a more recent 20hp Beta Marine.

It’s a tight fit in the engine compartment, but the enlarged access panel in the cockpit locker allows most jobs to be conducted in situ. It gave an impressive 6 knots through the water at 2,000 RPM.

‘I’m really glad of the extra power,’ said John. ‘When the kids have had enough and you’re fighting the tide and you just want to get home, she can do it.’

The 5ft 10in max headroom in the saloon can feel restrictive. Credit: Richard Langdon/Ocean Images

She was pretty nifty when it came to tight turns in the river Hamble, employing all the leverage of her transom-hung rudder. Although Sadler is renowned for producing yachts that sail well, I confess I was a little dubious about the 26.

There’s a lot of yacht crammed into 26 feet and with the twin keels too, I wondered what had been sacrificed in the quest for interior volume and a moderate draught.

But after hoisting the main and unfurling the 140% genoa on Southampton Water, she set off impressively.

There’s a good view from the cockpit when helming, even with the sprayhood up. Credit: Richard Langdon

Despite only having 7-8 knots of true wind, she made 4 knots with ease and the helm was feather-light.

In fact, she was so well balanced that we gave up helming entirely and just tweaked the sails to adjust the course.

She made 35°AWA when the wind held, slipping off to 40°AWA when it decreased.

It was a slack tide and the chartplotter showed crisp, right-angled tacks. She was a pleasure to sail.

Compact but clever

Tacking a boat with a big foretriangle is harder work than modern, fractional rigs, but she’s small enough that most of the genoa sheet can be pulled in by hand.

Downwind there wasn’t enough breeze to put her through her paces, but she ghosted along at 3 knots in only 5-6 knots of wind. It’s a fairly modest sail area, but she still felt responsive and moved with a sense of purpose.

For singlehanders and families alike, you don’t want too much power anyway.

Interior mouldings have aged well, including in the galley, where the engine box provides an extra food preparing area. Credit: Richard Langdon

Underpinning all of that, there’s a feeling of seaworthiness and the design is well-proven. Sadler 25s and 26s have been used successfully in short-handed events such as the AZAB and OSTAR .

One of the pleasures of small boat sailing is that you’re more likely to sail the boat to its full potential. It’s much less arduous to play with the control lines so you can experiment with twist and car position without breaking into a sweat. But the boat needs to be responsive to sail in the first place.

On the Sadler 26, performance has been preserved to the right level: she’ll reward an ambitious sailor and take care of a novice.

In the summer, John and the family use the boat for hybrid sailing holidays. He’ll deliver her to the West Country or Channel Islands alone or with friends, and then they’ll join him for a week of cruising, perhaps taking a holiday cottage for a few days to give themselves a bit more space.

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As the children grow up they might consider upsizing, but John is pragmatic about the fact that they may not share his passion for sailing. If not, he’ll continue to enjoy the solitude of solo sailing without the stress of handling a larger yacht.

The compression of space on a small yacht means that every centimetre matters and each element of the design has to be carefully weighed.

I was impressed by how little was missing from the Sadler 26. Things work harder by multi-tasking and ingenious transformations turn chart tables into sleeping areas and bunks become dinner tables. So you can have it all on a 26 foot boat, just not at the same time.

There’s a can-do attitude to the Sadler 26. It’s a boat that can be sailed solo or with a family. The inherent buoyancy inspires confidence for those venturing further afield, or you can creek crawl and escape the marina scene locally.

The large forepeak hatch makes the vee-berth feel spacious. Credit: Richard Langdon

She has all the facilities of a bigger yacht, albeit not simultaneously. The accommodation is well-laid-out and will just about allow for the routines of normal life. I wouldn’t attempt a Sunday roast on board but knowing the kind of people who sail these boats, it’s probably been done.

For all her merits though, it’s the sailing performance that stands out for me.

How many boats out there can accommodate a family of four and offer safety and seaworthiness at only 26ft? Not many. And how many of those will be fun to sail? Even fewer.

Overgrown dinghy? Absolutely, in the best possible way.

Expert opinion on the Sadler 26

Ben Sutcliffe-Davies, Marine Surveyor and full member of the Yacht Brokers Designers & Surveyors Association (YDSA) www.bensutcliffemarine.co.uk

Back in the day I used to own a Sadler 25, and my friend’s dad ordered one of the 26s off-plan and was certainly not disappointed with the level of fitout. Whilst many have stood the test of time, there are some niggles you need to be aware of.

In my view, and the view of many other surveyors, the infill foam is actually an essential part of construction, bonding the outer hull moulding to the internal moulding.

Unfortunately, one of the biggest challenges with the 26 today is where the foam has absorbed water. This causes softening of the structure, both externally and internally, and should not be ignored.

Like the Sadler 29, the Sadler 26 is double-skinned, with polyurethane foam between the outer hull and interior moulding boosting buoyancy even when flooded. Credit: Richard Langdon

This is common with twin-keel versions that have taken the ground regularly, which will result in softening around the keel root externally and movement of the internal framing near the keel fastenings.

I’d strongly recommend seeing the craft lifted and tip tests undertaken on the keels to see what deflections are occurring, both inside and outside.

Other issues include moisture in the deck pad due to the wiring of deck instruments, rotten ply where the chain plates have been fitted internally, seriously worn fastening points on the stem cap for the forestay, and the overloading of the rudder skeg on the twin-keel versions, where there has been repetitive grounding.

Alternatives to the Sadler 26

Contessa 26.

The Mini Cooper of the sailing world, there were almost 800 of these little yachts built over a period of almost 30 years and they’ve gained a cult following.

A mould was exported to Canada where several hundred more were built as the Taylor 26, after a trademark dispute.

Remarkably, the lines were never drawn as such, but a mould was made from a Folkboat hull and a few adaptations made to give a higher freeboard and slightly more internal volume.

A deep forefoot makes motion smooth on the Contessa 26. Credit: Rupert Holmes

Unlike the Folkboat, the Contessa 26 has a masthead rig and large overlapping genoa. The cockpit is small, even for a boat of this size, but having the mainsheet at the aft end of it makes the space there more usable.

Sail area-to-displacement ratio is low but a lot of that weight is in the keel. They aren’t renowned for their light airs performance, but the wetted surface area is less than you might imagine, thanks to the short waterline length and narrow beam.

In fact, the Contessa 26 often features in podium positions for Round the Island Race and has won a few too.

The encapsulated long keel and transom-hung rudder are attractive features, and the solid deck eliminates the problem of a soggy core.

The price you pay for an attractive boat that sails well is accommodation. There’s only 5ft of headroom except directly under the raised companionway moulding.

The sheets are in easy reach of the helm, making the Contessa 26 good for singlehanding. Credit: Graham Snook

There were three original layouts, A, B and C. All had two 6ft 6in saloon berths and 6ft 3in vee-berths.

The main differences were that there was no heads compartment in layout A; the loo was positioned between the vee-berth. This brought the vee-berth aft and created space for a proper anchor locker. On B and C configurations, a starboard heads compartment pushed the vee-berth right forward. A and C have the galley amidships; it is aft by the companionway on layout B. There’s no room for a saloon table and it’s minimalist-style living.

The Contessa 26 is incontestably pretty and has proven to be a bulletproof offshore cruiser boasting many high-profile circumnavigations.

They command a premium because of their deserved reputation, but won’t suit everyone.

Very much of their time, they’re nonetheless sought-after for 21st century adventures.

Trapper 300

Until recently, I’d never heard of Trapper, but when my sister bought a Trapper 500 a few years ago, I wondered why they weren’t better known.

They produced several pokey performance-cruisers in the 70s and 80s with nice lines and a good turn of speed. The 300 was designed by Bruce Kirby, who also drew the Laser dinghy (enough said), and based on a successful Quarter-Tonner, but they were aimed at the cruising market.

The 300 is a fin-keeled, masthead sloop with a semi-balanced spade rudder. The bow is razor-sharp and there’s a neatly tapered stern.

The saucer-shaped hull profile is much wider at deck level than it is at the waterline, creating space on deck and increasing buoyancy when heeled, but with minimal wetted surface area in light airs. The cockpit is compact but deep and safe.

A deep cockpit on the Trapper 300 provides security. Credit: David Harding

The traveller location right in front of the companionway hatch might be frustrating on long passages if you’re often going in and out, though it’s less of an issue when coast-hopping.

The internal layout varies between the Mk 1 or Mk 2 but both have comfortable saloon seating and a saloon table.

On the Mk 1 version the galley is by the companionway, on the Mk 2 it occupies the port side of the saloon.

There’s a standard heads and hanging locker arrangement forwards of the mast and full-length vee-berth. Largely composed of interior mouldings, the insides of many remain in good condition.

If you want something that’s rewarding to sail, looks pretty and has enough space for minimalist cruising, they’re a really good option, and often better value than higher- profile designs.

Westerly Griffon

The Griffon is unmistakably Westerly , with a high coachroof and square-cut transom utilising every inch of boat length.

She was the first Westerly designed by Ed Dubois, and has a more streamlined look than the older Laurent Giles models.

Although she’s still a bit boxy to the eye, the rewards are reaped below where there are two-and-a-half double bunks and 5ft 9in headroom all the way forward.

There’s the usual vee-berth arrangement, generous saloon with pull-out seating that converts to a double, and an almost double bunk in the port quarterberth.

High topsides on the Westerly Griffon and a chunky coachroof offers ample headroom down below. Credit: Bob Aylott

The Mk 1 version had a fold-down saloon table and sapele joinery. The Mk 2 had a sturdy fixed table with folding leaves and teak woodwork.

The galley occupies the starboard side as you come down the companionway and beneath the starboard side of the cockpit there’s a large locker. On deck, the cockpit is larger than average with the mainsheet position aft.

It will comfortably accommodate four for sailing, and six for cockpit drinks with the tiller up. Halyards and reefing lines lead to the cockpit, making her suitable for singlehanded sailing .

Most of them were bilge-keelers but a few had fin keels. They are reported to perform well for this keel configuration and have plenty of sail area, but pointing probably won’t be their forte.

If creek crawling and getting away from it all is more your thing than haring round the cans, and you’re looking for a boat with a nice temperament that’s comfortable for longer periods of time and gentle on the crew, here she is.

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26’ FRANCES. A small double-ended cruiser.

HULL NUMBER 1 of the Frances design, built by Tom Morris in 1975. It had a custom tall, double spreader sailplan, no pulpits, and beautiful sails, for racing.

LALUZ. A flush decked Frances that has sailed more than halfway around the world.

ONE OF THE British cutters, She has the more conservative, shorter mast and two jibs of short hoist. Her tidy rig would be the better choice for longer, further offshore voyaging.

The second FRANCES was fractional sloop rigged with a self-tending jib. The first few FRANCESes were flush decked like this. When a short house was added with full headroom (if one was less than six feet tall), and more efficient sailplans were designed, interest in the boat blossomed. Before all was said and done, more than 200 yachts were built to this design.

ORIGINAL FRANCES DIMENSIONS

LOA: 25′  10″

LWL: 21′  3″

BEAM: 8′  4″

DRAFT: 3’  10″ (NOW 4′-1″)

DISPLACEMENT, as built: 6,800 lbs Full load 7300 lbs (approx)

BALLAST (lead):  3,500  lbs

SAIL AREA (100% foretriangle): 317 to 340  sq ft (varies)

DISPL/L RATIO: 316 – 330 (varies)

SAIL AREA/DISP RATIO: 14.5 to 15.6 (varies)

LA LUZ cruising in the tropics. She sailed from Maine to New Zealand.

The FRANCES is one of recent history’s most admired small cruising designs. Well over 200 of the small yachts are now sailing, and they are well loved wherever they voyage. I decided to design this small but capable cruising boat in 1974. My own boat was flush-decked, and I cruised it from Maine to Rhode Island. Another (LA LUZ) is halfway through a circumnavigation. A third (YANLI) has sailed from England to Australia and then to Hawaii and back to Australia.  Many of the sisterships added a small house for full headroom, and a variety of sailplans have been fitted.

FRANCES es were built in fiberglass by Morris Yachts in America and Victoria Marine in the U.K. Quite a few fine examples were custom built from our plans of cold-moulded wood using the WEST system.

And now, in her dotage, new aspirants are restoring these fine old boats for their own adventures. Sailing the open ocean in such a small boat is borderline foolhardy- though many have successfully crossed oceans. But if you are aware of the discomforts of facing a storm at sea in something of this size, and are aware of the many advantages of a small, manually handleable yacht, the Frances is one of the better alternatives.

The lines of the original FRANCES.

A preliminary sketch for the first FRANCES .

I often ponder what it might be about the FRANCES design that makes it so popular. I think it must be the aesthetics first and foremost.  But the real surprise is how well it sails. Nearly half of her weight is ballast, and it is made of lead. So despite her shallow draft she is reasonably stable and surprisingly fast. Of the various rigs the ones with larger headsails and smaller mainsails proved to be the faster and more weatherly, at the expense of more work trimming, of course. Some of the earlier sailplans were frankly overcanvassed, and a new sailplan, designed in 2020, offers more drive with less heeling,

YOU COULD add a spinnaker, and then you could race her. With a shallow keel and a lot of wetted surface, racing the short-rigged Frances is an exercise in futility. But it’s colorful and if there’s not a lot of windward work, you might just possibly collect silverware.

In the last year I have been contacted by three Frances owners who want to improve their 45-year-old boats, and one who intends to build a new one. The biggest improvement among many small ones is to fit a carbon fiber mast and a new sailplan. This new rig falls about halfway between the old short and tall rigs. It specifies a roller-furler for the jib and a genoa, and a solid vang for the boom, plus a deployable Spectra inner forestay and Solent jib for windier conditions. If you own an old Frances and want to improve it, or can buy one for a reasonable price but are realistic about the significant cost to bring it up to date, contact the designer and invest in a new rig and sails that will significantly improve your boat’s performance, and leave the political craziness and economic uncertainty of life ashore behind.

The original FRANCES hull is pared away in width below the points where the cabin sole needs width and the fairing radius between keel and hull is tight. This is a shape without a lot of form stability, so the FRANCES compensated with an unusually low center of gravity thanks to 3500 pounds of lead ballast.

THE NEWEST SAILPLAN. It uses a carbon fiber mast and simplified rigging with sweptback spreaders, a single aft lower shroud, and larger diameter stainless steel rigging. The offshore or inshore mission of each boat can be addressed by the amount of overlap of the genoa. This particular boat’s owner anticipates heading off on an immediate ocean crossing, so the genoa is of modest overlap and a deployable Spectra stay and Solent jib are available for heavy weather.

I adored my little FRANCES . She was beautiful, well mannered, stable enough, and just plain fun. Her sleek lines cut through resistance like a dreadnaught. Point FRANCES toward a destination and she was unstoppable. Her timeless virtues seem to have disappeared from the modern world. They just don’t build ’em like FRANCES anymore.

LA LUZ had a big genoa so she goes very well in light airs. She spent five years sailing in the South Pacific and ended up in New Zealand.

THE NEW VERSIONS will have a short cabin very similar to this, perched atop the midship raised deck. The perception of space this lends to the interior is quite amazing.

WITH THE SHORT, almost 6-foot headroom house, the interior of a Frances could feel much larger than you’d expect on a 26-foot boat. This is a custom WEST-system boat built in New Zealand.

The Aft Head arrangement for the Frances with one seaberth and a permanent double. (Note: The companionway steps may have to be slid forward depending upon your choice of propulsion).

The Aft Head arrangement for the Frances with two settees, and a large double berth forward. (Note: The companionway steps may have to be slid forward depending upon your choice of propulsion).

The original FRANCES is a highly respected, classic design. She’s comparable in many ways to an MGTD or a J3 Cub. They spewed oil and weren’t very fast by today’s standards, but they were so cute and stylish and safe that owners have enjoyed every minute of their use for decades. The hullform is conventional, heavily ballasted , with no concessions made for speed. It has a CSV (capsize screen value) of 1.70. Anything less than 2.00 is considered a good choice for offshore voyaging.

This design is featured in both of my recent books; MY YACHT DESIGNS and the Lessons they taught me, and THE BOATS I’VE LOVED— 20 Classic Sailboat Designs by Chuck Paine. Both are beautiful, full colored, first class books which give you lots more information on this design, and can be purchased on this website.

QUITE A FEW sailplans have been fitted to a FRANCES. This is one of the “tall rigs”, which could even be raced, and really got the boat going in light to moderate airs, but are too overcanvassed for offshore voyaging.  If your idea is to sail around the world, the more conservative rigs, with a three-foot shorter mast, would require reefing less often.

A British built cutter rigged FRANCES.                                                photo credit Charlie Whiteman

FOR MORE PHOTOS OF LA LUZ , A FLUSH-DECKED FRANCES THAT HAS BEEN SAILED HALFWAY AROUND THE WORLD, CLICK HERE:

http://frances26.org/laluz.php

Further information may be obtained from:

CHUCKPAINE.COM LLC Tenants Harbor, Maine 04860-0114

To email Chuck:

[email protected]

A LONG, FUN HISTORY OF THE FRANCES 26 DESIGN

You’ll find great histories of the FRANCES design in both of my books, available as digital downloads from this website. But a recently formed Facebook Group called The Chuck Paine Yacht Designs Fan Club has produced all sorts of photos from owners all over the world, and a few interesting anecdotes. With the benefit of these gifts from the 48-year history of the Frances design, here is a much longer story, told mostly in pictures..

The first of many eventual sailplans had a tall fractional sloop rig with a self-tending jib set on a jibboom. This worked okay before  jib roller-furling became popular, but the boomed jib gave up some potential sail area and the tall mast was heavy and required a lot of rigging with its weight and windage.

THERE I WAS at age 30. Young and ambitious, I’d come up with an idea of what life was about for me. Design a new yacht, build a prototype in my beautiful rented shop, sell it to one of the many emerging fiberglass boatbuilders and do it all over again. With my superb shop full of the finest tools someone else’s money could buy, a pretty girlfriend who looked like she might stick around, and my loyal dog Shep at my feet, what could possibly go wrong?

IN 1973 I had recently quit my job working for Dick Carter as a draftsman. I’d met this girl (now my wife) and decided to take her on a backpacking trip from Scotland to India. I had this idea that when we returned I would take my life savings and design and build a boat. The Westsail 32 had become a life-changing phenomenon for sea-seeking vagabonds, and I figured what the world needed was a smaller, more affordable double-ender.  26 feet was all I could afford so that determined her size. I lucked out and was able to rent this beautiful, heated and insulated shop full of the best woodworking tools for next to nothing. This shows the nearly finished hull upside down in midsummer of 1974, when I met this guy named Tom Morris who was getting started as a boatbuilder and fell in love with the design. We made a handshake deal that he would take a fiberglass mold off my hull, invest in a lot more tooling and a ballast mold, and I would press on and finish my boat in time for me to take it to the Newport Boat Show in September, and we would both become rich and famous. In the end, luck intervened.

AFTER TOM MORRIS had taken his mold off my hull the day came to turn her over.

AS THE SUMMER wore on my boat was nearing completion. Her hull was built using the then popular foam core over stringers method, with a conventional glass covered plywood deck over frames.

WITH MY BOAT NEARLY FINISHED, the shop burned to the ground. Gone were my new boat, my life savings, all my tools, my landlord’s beautiful shop that I had planned to live out my life in, and my newfound livelihood. But I dusted myself off and determined to take the insurance settlement and build another Frances in the Spring.

IN A STROKE OF GOOD FORTUNE I had met Tom Morris and he had committed to building new Franceses. When he heard about the loss of my boat he offered to sell me a hull from his new mold at cost, and space in his shop in Southwest Harbor in which to complete it. I hired my twin and he moved to Maine to help me get it built. We worked together for six months of intense work and got her finished in time to show her at the 1975 Newport Boat Show. Tom and I sat together on the side deck for four days and sold boats… it was that easy back in the halcyon days of fiberglass boatbuilding.

WHEN CUSTOMERS CAME ALONG who wanted to build a FRANCES of some other material than fiberglass, I would sell them the appropriate plans. Most of these customers hailed from other parts of the world. This one is Tom Thumb , built in Australia.

NUTCRACKER was built in the WEST System by a lady sailmaker from Toronto.

HERE’s NUTCRACKER 46 years after first launched, restored to like-new condition. WEST System cold molded yachts last virtually forever., given a facelift every 50 years or so.

TOM THUMB coming at you. A lot of boat, a lot of ballast, and a lot of wind.

A GUY NAMED DICK CROSS BOUGHT A KITBOAT FROM Tom and hired my brother Art to help him finish it. Art drew a rig with a huge 150% overlap genoa, and in less than ten knots of wind the boat really flew. Like many well-drawn double-enders his boat KARMA could be easily steered by a wind-vane self steerer. Here Dick is having a kip while the boat steers itself happily to windward. Dick was a man’s man. No roller furling on that genoa, and if the breeze got above 10 knots he’d have to wrestle it into submission and hoist a smaller jib. And don’t forget his version had a bowsprit.

IN 2022 I caught up with hull number one of the FRANCES, built by Tom Morris alongside the hull that I was completing in his shop. She’s still going strong. I still remember that her original owner asked me to design a tall double-spreader rig for her so that she could be raced.

TOM MORRIS sent this photo of one of his first builds, BLENKEZOUKER, to most of the European yachting magazines. As a result Bernard Hayman, the then editor of Yachting World in Britain, wrote an embarrassingly favourable editorial, decrying the fact that it took a bloody Yank to design something so beautiful. Four British boatbuilders saw the editorial and heard that it had in the words of Hayman elicited more inquiries to Yachting World than any article in its history, and asked to build it under license. Tom Morris and I chose a young and ambitious entrepreneur, Peter Gregory, and his new company Victoria Marine, to build the Frances in the UK. In a few years he had built more than 150 Franceses is various versions, and commissioned three more Chuck Paine designs to be built at his shop in Warsash at the mouth of the Hamble river. The success of the Frances and my next design for Peter, the Victoria 30 , caught the eye of Charles Maunder at Bowman Yachts in Woolston (Southampton, UK), and in the next few years he built hundreds of yachts to four of my designs.

CHUCK AND DEBBY at their first London Boat Show, 1977.

HERE’S ONE OF the many Franceses at her birthplace Stone Pier Yard in Warsash, UK. Not your typical English weather, but when the sun shines in southern England, it’s glorious.

A CUTTER RIGGED Frances somewhere along the coast of England.  The wobbly perimeter of the sunshade makes me crazy.

THUS BEGAN MANY YEARS of commuting to England to sell boats, and to convince either Peter or Charles Maunder of Bowman Yachts that he needed a new design. I would attend the London Boat Show at Earls Court Exhibition Centre every January, and the Southampton Boat Show every September. In all those years I can’t recall  a Southampton show when the relentless rain that typifies an English summer didn’t cease for the week in September that I had to be at the show

A TYPICAL Southampton Boat Show scene.

DITTO. Was it my sunny disposition that brought the fine weather?

GALAVANT WAS built in New Zealand in wood/epoxy. If you ever get to Christchurch, drive to its seaport Lyttleton and maybe you will find her there.

SOME OF THESE home-built boats were really nicely done. GALAVANT ‘s owner decided to open up the interior by eliminating the usual “main bulkhead”, using a series of hanging knees to provide adequate strength. I like it.

SAME BOAT looking aft

I PARTICULARLY LIKE the cabin sole- nice, light color.

ANOTHER PHOTO OF HER SHAPE.

FELICITY . A British Frances that sailed to Maine.

SOLEIL . Tom Morris owned this one himself for awhile.

A VICTORIA FRANCES. Location unknown. This is the tidy original “British Cutter” rig. Not fast, but it could stand up to much more wind than the tall, racy rigs.

I FOUND YANLI in Bateman’s Bay, Australia. When I encountered her I didn’t know her story. She must have been shipped there on the deck of a freighter, I thought. Nobody would be crazy enough to sail a Frances that distance. Then through the Chuck Paine Yacht Designs Fan Club on Facebook I learned her actual story. A fellow bought her new in Warsash, UK. He financed her. Put down his down payment, hoisted the sails, and that was the last the bank heard from her owner for years. He sailed her south to the Canary Islands, then across to the Caribbean. Then through the Panama Canal. Howcum the bank didn’t have an arrest warrant waiting for her at this obvious choke point I can’t fathom. Then on he sailed to New Zealand. As if that weren’t enough adventure sailing too small a boat on too large an ocean, he then sailed across the Pacific again to the North, to Hawaii. And that is where the bank finally caught up with him. The bank arrested the boat and sold it to an Aussie. Who then sailed it BACK across the Pacific to Australia. Which is how I got to take this photo in Bateman’s Bay Australia three years ago- not looking too bad after the equivalent of sailing around the world!

THE JOYS OF downwind sailing.

INYONI . Needs some bottom paint.

TOM THUMB in Sydney, Australia.

TULA . Someplace in Florida, I think.

FREJA . Location unknown.

A BRITISH BUILT FRANCES, someplace in England..

THE CUSTOM VARNISHED companionway and forward hatch are nice touches.

FELICITY SAILED transatlantic from the UK to Maine. She lives in Rockland, Maine now, a few miles from my home.

WILDWOOD is one of the Tom Morris built beauties.

THIS BRITISH BUILT Frances is trying out her new mainsail.

A HOME-BUILT Frances on turnover day. Location and details unknown.

ANOTHER PHOTO OF David White’s British-built FELICITY outside of Rockland, Maine harbor.

TOLERANCE . In my dotage I’ve come to find varnished teak railcaps intolerable. I really like the ones that are simply painted white. They’re so much easier to take care of. And if the shape of the design is inherently beautiful, varnished teak is just gilding the lily.

A CLOSEUP OF GALAVANT sailing in Lyttlton Harbour, NZ.

ERICA . I think she’s at Universal Marina on the Hamble river.

GALAVANT Galavanting nicely to windward.

GALAVANT’s colorful reacher.

ONE YEAR PETER GREGORY showed one of his creations in the water at the Southampton Boat Show.

WHIM. Tollesbury, Essex, UK.

WHIM ‘s nice, wide open interior.

SOLEIL’ s Interior

SOLEIL – Morris built Frances

SOLEIL ‘s Galley.

A CUTTER RIGGED FRANCES. Location unknown.

AN ENGLISH FRANCES somewhere in the UK. One reason the Frances sails reasonably well despite the shoal draft is the absence of a garboard radius. The entire keel does its work of preventing leeway- all the way up to where it meets the hull.

A cutter rigged Frances somewhere in the UK.

ELLA is one of the two FRANCESes I am aware of that fitted a gaff rig.

STORMY is one of the newly restored Morris Franceses. She is once again in like-new condition, and comparable with a brand-new custom Frances that would cost well over half a million dollars to build today.

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You can carry up to 25 people on board this Pro 850. It can be twin-engined with 2 x 250 HP.

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The 26  feet RIB has a rigid hull that offers enough stability on board for easy navigation and for water sports activities, such as diving and fishing. With outboard motorboats from the Pro range , you’ll enjoy unique performance and space optimized for professional use or for the more experienced sailor. The ability to cope with adverse weather conditions is also important on the RIB, ensuring that you are safe even when the weather changes suddenly and the sea is rougher.

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The inflatable tube of the RIB is very popular as it enables easy storage and transportation of the boat so you can embark on adventures anywhere you want. On board, the deck space can be customized for your comfort. You can select the accessories and equipment of your choice: storage locker, sun deck, seats… The Medline 9 , the iconic leisure boat of the Medline range , is ideal for trips out to sea to enjoy the sun and the best swimming spots. The large capacity of these boats of 26  feet and above allows you to take to the sea with big groups of people, such as families with children or friends. The versatility and power of the leisure boats means that they can be used for both leisure and water sports activities at the ideal cruising speed, as wakeboarding boats for instance.

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Century 26 center console coronado 26-foot boats.

The Coronado 26 Center Console sets a new standard in performance, efficiency, stability and comfort in the outboard day-boat market. The combination of being handcrafted from superior materials, advanced engineering, and innovative hull design delivers a smoother ride and longer lasting boat. Her spacious design includes an enclosed head, seating for 10 adults, and voluminous storage fore and aft.

Moreover, the U-shaped forward seating is sheltered by a dodger creating a wonderful place for relaxing and the stylish soft T-top provides plenty of protection from the sun. Whether your boating includes coastal areas, lakes, or both, her versatility even includes an excellent fishing package. Further options include a variety of hull colors and fine interior upholstery choices. Unique to the 26 Center Console Coronado boat is the shade and weather protection provided for passenger seating at the bow.

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Construction.

• Vinyl ester epoxy resin hull laminate
• Fully closed cell foam core vacuum bagged to hull and deck
• Wood free, rot free design
• One-piece carbon fiber reinforced hull and deck liner
• Through-bolted hull and deck joint
• Stainless steel through-hulls above water line
• Silicone bronze through-hulls below water line
• Integrated FRP engine bracket and swim platform
• Heavy-duty aluminum fuel tanks

MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL

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• Battery switch
• Custom waterproof distribution panel
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• Edson steering wheel
• Bilge pump with automatic float switch
• Navigation lights
• LED courtesy lights
• ABYC color coded, tinned wiring
• 12-Volt outlet (1)
• USB charging ports (2)

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• Molded two-tone non-skid decking
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• Gasket sealed in-floor storage locker
• Under-seat storage lockers
• Acrylic wind screen
• Molded toe-kick
• Molded rub strake
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• U-Shaped forward seating
• Enclosed head
• Nautolex marine grade vinyl or Sunbrella upholstery
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The Centurion Ri265 is as long on luxury as it is on waves. The biggest boat in the Ri Series, this 26-foot-six-inch beast offers the irresistible combo of yacht certified luxury seating and the longest, pushiest surf wave with a smooth, rough water ride.

The Ri265 is a powerhouse that will boost your enjoyment whether you’re a casual weekend surfer or a performance zealot who thrives on competition. Its yacht-like qualities will spoil you without impeding world class performance.

With its 20 degrees of deadrise at the transom, the Opti-V hull displaces more water, with less weight, while preserving a great rough water ride. Due to its efficiency, the Opti-V Hull enhances fuel economy and provides a much quieter ride than most boats delivering this type of power. With hook at the transom that helps it push out long, smooth waves and wakes, this hull offers a level riding surface, even in rough water. The seated driver can see over the bow seats while pulling a rider without compromising the waves or wakes thanks to a level running attitude. The hull also deflects rollers so rough water can’t spoil your fun. It’s clear the Opti-V Hull delivers the best waves, wakes and ride - in all conditions.

The interior space is inside-voice quiet, even with a surfer in tow. And there are no compromises necessary to create world class waves. The available RAMFILL² offers as much as 2900 pounds of ballast capacity that fills in 90 seconds, which means less time waiting and more time playing. The nearly maintenance-free high speed ballast system, which we refer to as the “Baller,” eliminates plastic because it has four stainless steel ball valves (two in, two out) bolted through to the flanges. Yes, Centurion ballast is different. It’s optimized for the best possible experience – both outside and inside the boat.

We love the fact that Centurion offers more than 50% better fuel efficiency than any other water spots boat out there. After all, better fuel efficiency means more time on the water and a less expensive ride for you. You don’t have to take our word for it – the Ri265 offers real time trip and fuel consumption data – a first for performance surf boats. How can we be so much more fuel efficient? It’s the design. Centurion’s Opti-V may be a modified deep-v hull designed to maximize displacement, but the running surface has a lot of lift built into it. This eliminates drag and creates balance for less resistance, meaning the engine doesn’t have to work as hard to push a Centurion through the water whether it is weighted to ride or set-up for a cruise.

We have a nickname for the available RAMFILL² ballast system. We call it the “Baller.” It’s a nearly maintenance free system that offers 2900 pounds – plus of ballast capacity that fills in 90 seconds. With its four stainless steel two-inch valves (two in two out) bolted through to the flanges, anything plastic is eliminated. The large sub-floor tanks extend from the helm to the transom on each side of the lounge. This just adds to the well-distributed ballast placement and helps create longer waves with consistent push from the face to the curl crash. Baller, indeed.

DropZone Tower

The aggressive DropZone Auto Tower folds up quickly and smoothly at the push of a button. Custom made for Centurion by Roswell the DropZone comes standard on the Ri230. The DropZone tower folds down, thanks to its two electric linear actuators, in just 14 seconds and opens back up in a mere 17 seconds, insuring you waste no prep time before you ride. The DropZone has built-in Bluetooth capabilities with choice of stereo option, offers both regular and goofy side tow points and Centurion-branded hangers in the center that are ideal for organizing ropes or drying vests and towels. Optional Centurion exclusive BombShell 2.0 Strapless Swivel Racks have an adjustable clamping shell design padded in R-Flex Suspension Technology to cushion a secured board up to 23 inches wide.

• FROM WEEKENDER TO WATER SPORTS WARRIOR THIS SPECIAL EDITION TAKES YOU THERE If you’re ready to commit to maximizing your fun on the water and letting the world know your intention, consider our special Warrior Edition Ri designs. Discover Warrior Edition →
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Big on power, Big on luxury, Big on performance. The Ri265 is Visibly Different.

The Ri265 offers 5850 pounds of available ballast, yacht-certified seating and versatile interior accommodations. The Centurion Ri265 is built on the Opti-V hull with hook and offers both better fuel efficiency and a smooth, rough water drive. With its evenly distributed ballast and touch control system, it’s easy to quickly deploy smooth wakes you can shape to match your skill level. Top level professionals and casual riders alike love training behind the Ri 265. The DropZone tower has built-in Bluetooth capability with choice of stereo option, comes standard with the Ri series and can be customized with integrated sound option. It folds up with the touch of a button. With the Touch Revo side by side 12” by 12” HD dash system drivers can easily control everything at once and even watch trip data and fuel consumption in real time.

General Specs

Fuel Capacity

Weight on trailer, seating capacity, yacht certified.

Ballast Specs

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Bow ballast tank, optional bow ballast*, optional rear ballast*, optional transom ballast, sub-floor pumped ballast.

*Optional plug and play ballast

Garage Specs

Overall Length

Length w/out platform, length w/out platform, tongue swung, trailer width, height w/out tower, height, 18" wheel package (add), height w/ predator power tower, height w/ predator power tower down, height w/ dropzone tower, height w/ dropzone tower down, height w/ battle advanced tower, height w/ battle advanced tower down.

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Model Shown: Warrior Edition | Hull Main Front: Military Green Metal Flake | Deck Base: Tan | Hull Base: Onyx Black | Swim Step: Military Green Metal Flake | Tower | Predator Power Tower (Black) | Tower Accent: Military Green Metal Flake | Colored PTM Vents Designators & A-Pillars: Onyx Black | Interior | All Hex Scheme | Main: Mocha | Base: Castano Brown | Accent: Deep Bronze | Accent 2: Onyx Black | Welt: Deep Bronze | Stitching Accent: Black | Dash Accent: Castano Brown | Interior Side Panel: Military Green Metal Flake | Gator Step: 3-Color Warrior Cut w/ Laser Camo | 1st Color Top: Whiskey Barrel | 2nd Color Middle: Black | 3rd Color Bottom: Drift Wood

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Our Ri Series takes the performance we’re known for and wraps it in a luxury package. These models are suitable for both the one-upmanship competitiveness of professionals as well as the relaxed and comfy casualness of weekenders and beginning wake sports enthusiasts.

Touch Revo HD

Our hand-built custom boats take 10 working days to complete and are inspected each step along the way. Every time we build a boat, we approach it as if it were for a family member, because once you own a Centurion you are part of our family. Our craftsmen take pride in what they build and strive to give you the best possible experience on the water. The features included in our Ri Series reflect this dedication to craft, and to our deep understanding of what enhances your experience.

All our Centurion 2024 Ri models have the Revo Side by Side 12” x 12” Touch Vision HD Dash, which has graphical control over nearly every boat system. You could call it the brains of the boat. It offers an Inspection Mode to toggle-off Auto Drain for ease of inspection at Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) checkpoints. It can easily control the optional QuickSurf Pro, as many as seven independent ballast areas including RAMFILL², all lighting functionality, including optional RGB control, Wet Sounds Stereo volume control and even GPS mapping. The right screen display changes with these menu options, while the left display remains constant with instant access to ZeroOff speed control, engine RPM, the ROV’s bow and stern cameras plus real time trip and fuel data.

Range of View

The left side of the Ri Series standard Revo Dash is occupied by Centurion’s Range of View (ROV) System. This 12-inch Revo touch screen lets you toggle between the bow and stern camera while overlaying real-time fuel usage data. This useful information is offered exclusively through the Centurion ROV system and won’t be found on other boats. With the bow and stern cameras, drivers can see clearly at water level in front of the bow as well as behind the boat when backing up. This signature Centurion functionality gives the driver a range of views without forcing them to change seats or stand up, adding a level of safety not previously seen in water sports tow boats.

Inside the Ri265 is a PCM engine that is 100% freshwater cooled. The 26.5 foot behemoth doesn’t hunger for power and the 100% closed cooling of the ZZ6 engine offers both longevity and easy winterization for you. The ZZ6 6.2L GM is new generation direct-inject engine that gets riders up with 465 lb-ft of torque thanks to Centurion’s PowerPull System that combines a specially matched gear reduction with a 4-blade 17” x 15.5” prop. The ZZ6 engine and the Ri265 represent the essence of Centurion revolution innovated for wake surfing.

New for 2024, the Ri265 offers a stitching accent available in seven different GoreTenera thread colors. Also new, the Battery Management System with PDM Reset Panel has three Wireless Lay-flat Phone Chargers (one in the glovebox and two side panel cup holders) and a Wireless Clamping Phone Charger at the dash. Passengers have more options than ever and with room for a yacht-full that comes in handy. Gear can be stowed beneath hinged, shocked lounge seats, trash can be put in the new Walkthrough Trash Shoot on the port side or the trash bin on the driver’s side rear-facing lean back. Seating layout can be customized with an optional flip-up lean back on the passenger’s side, as well as standard five-position slide seat with optional plug-in lean backs that can face forward or back. Two ratchet hinged Flip Up Transom Stadium Seats lay flat to make a comfy sun pad when stowed.

Centurion builds custom boats and that is particularly noticeable on the exterior. It’s not just the deep lines and lustrous finish. The Ri265 offers four different gel coat schemes. You can truly customize the exterior, with as many as 37 different gel coat colors and as many as six different areas on the exterior of the boat – making millions of unique color combinations possible. For the 2024 model year, Centurion has extended this optional customization with the addition of a unique, Colored Lit “Centurion” Billet Aluminum Badge. You can choose from 18 different colors to surround the lit Centurion lettering. The color you choose for the billet aluminum surround will make the color you choose for your other optional Colored PTM Vents, Designators & A-Pillars pop and there will be no mistaking your Centurion on the water.

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The Duckworth 26 Offshore redefines safe and comfortable sea travel with its unique blend of features.

A full hardtop with forward-leaning windows shields you from the elements, while the upswept bow and insulated sub-floor fish box speak to its rugged, seaworthy design. Below deck, ample cabin storage and a roomy cuddy with cushions and lights invite relaxation after a day of adventure.

With the Duckworth 26 Offshore, you’re not just purchasing a boat; you’re unlocking a treasure chest of maritime luxuries that promise more than just a journey — they ensure an experience.

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STANDARD FEATURES

• 30″ Single / 25″ twin engine offshore bracket with integral bottom
• Full reverse chine bottom design
• Full-width tread plate swim platform
• Extruded chine, formed toe rail and keel strip
• Full hard top (96″) w/ forward leaning windows, grab handles, red/white LED  cabin lights, Alaskan bulkhead, tread plate roof, 3″ full length top grab rails, & cabin side mount rod/net holders
• Cuddy cabin with evac hatch, storage, shelving, cushions, and
• 2 LED red/white cabin lights
• Swept bow with rails and self-draining anchor rope locker
• Transom w/ walk-thru door, 37-gallon fish box, cutting board lid & locking  rigging compartment doors
• 4 Side storage trays with gunwale rod racks- 2 per side
• Gunwale side tray access step/seats with grab handles
• 158-gallon (50″) insulated floor fish box w/ macerator pump out
• Self-draining cockpit w/ composite UV resistant flooring NEW FOR 2022
• Pressure tested sub floor fuel cell
• Heavy duty welded double bow eye
• 2 – Welded stern eyes
• 7 – 8″ Welded cast cleats
• Transducer brackets
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• Non-skid foam pads on gunwales and cuddy cabin NEW FOR 2022
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• Mariner suspension seats w/ swivels on aluminum risers w/ foot rests
• 47″ bench storage seats w/ access doors
• Port console storage
• Vinyl covered marine grade plywood floors inside cabin
• Carpeted sidewalls inside of cabin
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• Stainless steel cup holders inside cabin
• Cuddy Cabin doors NEW FOR 2022
• Cabin sub-floor storage w/ vinyl-wrapped boards NEW FOR 2022
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Jeanneau and Philippe Briand together have come out with a real ocean cruiser, the Sun Odyssey 26. This boat has exceptional capacities for a 7,50 m / 24' sailboat. With over 1,80 m/ 5'10'of standing headroom, a full-width aft cabin with a berth measuring 2 m x 1,60 m / 6' 7' x 5'3' plus a full-size head that is over 1,20 m / 4' long, ités a great way to start your cruising experience. With lots of room but keeping top performance characteristics with 850 kg/ 1870 lbs. of ballast, the Sun Odyssey 26 has all the sea-going characteristics of a blue-water cruiser. The cockpit is safe and comfortable like you'd find on a bigger boat : the width of the foredeck is comparable to 10 m / 33' sailboats. Cleverly built in a centerboard version (0,70 m / 2'3' draft); it can visit places where once only smaller boats could go.

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Well-equipped, this compact and comfortable sailboat ensures easy cruising

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Comfort, interior volume and seaworthiness are the watchwords for this model

• Deck plan worthy of a 40-footer
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Fast and easy to handle, she is first in her category.

• Clean, secure deck design
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Seaworthiness, high-performance and easy handling, all packaged within a timeless design...

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The perfect balance between performance, comfort and ease of handling...

• Exceptional performance and comfort at sea, for extended cruises
• Distinct living spaces for easy movement about the boat
• Very functional L-shaped galley
• Bright, richly appointed interior

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This flagship of the line marries elegance, seaworthy qualities and unequalled comfort for extended cruises.

• Ergonomic design and secure cockpit
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• T-shaped galley, practical for cooking together
• Features an optional skipper’s cabin

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The definition of luxury that rips—meet the one and only X26. This 26-foot, yacht-certified towboat provides a premium experience at every touch point. From its commanding behind-the-boat performance and unmatched experience at the helm to its classy style with extensive luxurious amenities, the X26 commands attention. Offering seating for 18, standard telematics, SurfStar technology, and a plethora of additional options including stern thruster, a head, and a refrigerator, there is no other towboat on the market that is as powerful, premium, or loaded as the X26.

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FLAWLESS STYLE

The flawless style of the X26 is hallmarked by its pickle fork bow, beautiful lines, and unique deep-v hull—a style that not only turns heads but tames open water conditions with ease. Bow to stern, the X26 offers seamless styling options with endless color combinations for the hull, tower, windshield, designator, and interior allowing you to design a custom X26 that is sure to turn heads.

POWERFUL PERFORMANCE

The X26 can be optioned with an Ilmor Supercharged 6.2L Engine. Boasting 630hp and 665 ft-lb of torque, this engine is the most powerful towboat engine in the world. Not only does the X26 deliver powerful performance behind the wheel and behind the boat, but it also comes with underwater exhaust, making the on-water experience even better for everyone onboard.

PREMIUM AMENITIES

If you are in the market for the most luxurious amenities, the X26 is your solution. From the available refrigerator and head to the patented transom lounge seats, the X26 delivers the most elevated towboat experience on the water. To take the MasterCraft convenience and comfort to the next level and option your X26 with the industry’s most powerful stern thruster and all-new power board racks.

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1996 Excel 26 SE

St. Clair Shores, Michigan

Model 26 SE

Category Express Cruisers

Posted 1 Month Ago

The boat is in good shape and comes with a cockpit cover and camper canvas package. It has a Hummingbird fish finder, Boss sound system, Microwave, 6 cu ft refrigerator, 1 burner stove, sink and plenty of storage. Stock #161789 Well-cared for express cruiser! Stored indoors and ready for a new home! The Wellcraft 26 SE is a great pocket cruiser to enjoy a day on the lake or over-nighting at your favorite cove. The boat offers an extended forward V-Berth, a large aft cabin and cockpit seating that also folds to the size of a two-person sleeper. The galley has a single burner electric stove, microwave oven, a 6 cubic foot refrigerator and sink. There is plenty of storage int eh galley and throughout the boat. The head is a pump-out with shower and there is an aft shower at the aft of the boat also. The helm has all gauges, a Ritchie compass and a built in depth sounder. The engine is a Mercruiser 5.7 V-8 with an Alpha One drive and a stainless steel prop. The engine has approximately 700 hours.

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

Egg Harbor, Wisconsin

Make Macgregor 26S

Model 26 Swing Keel With Trailer

Category Sailboats

Length 26.0

Posted Over 1 Month

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."

2004 Mcgregor 26ft

Benicia, California

Make Mcgregor

2004 Mcgregor 26ft, The appraisal was at $55,000 because of all the upgraded rigging, the 60hp motor and the many extras. Right now it's in Benicia Marina. I have extra sails, a radio, a gps with upgrades on charts, and the lounge style cabin is extremely comfortable. This is a good boat for the bay area, lakes, or the delta. It comes with a trailer as well. $20000

Muskegon Heights, Michigan

Nice Bayliner boat for sale with trailer clean ready to run 1986 you can contact me at 231 288 7135 thank you.

26 ft Wellcraft Martinique

Lanoka Harbor, New Jersey

Make Wellcraft

Model 2600 Martinique

Length 27.0

2000 26ft cabin cruiser, 5.7 volvopenta with a duo prop out drive 736 hours on boat 150 hours on full rebuilt motor. sleeps 4 people. vacuflush head and shower. has a power inverter to run 110 system. cruises at 20-23 knots with very low fuel consumption. comes with a 99 performance trailer just completely rebuilt. Can send more pictures upon request. Thanks Tim 561-596-5660 email call or text

Chriscraft Stinger 26 ft

Jeffersonville, Kentucky

26 ft 1985 Chriscraft Stinger

1964 Owens 26 ft

Sacramento, California

Fixer upper nice exterior not running. Best offer

1985 26 ft day

Vacaville, California

PRICE REDUCED--- !985 26 ft day-cruiser - 260 merc-cruiser - new out-drive - new upoulstery - new wheels and tires - 2 new batteries - runs and drives perfect - always maintained perfect - never in salt water - always in the delta - always garaged or under shed.. A very, very nice boat...I won't answer e-mails so call Jerry at 707-446-4428 if interested. Leave message..Thanks for looking.

26 ft pontoon boat

Stonewall, Louisiana

26 foot pontoon boat for sale. 115hp mercury.New starter, steering cable, new navigation lights. Contact for more info.

1995 sportcraft 26 ft

Miami, Florida

im selling my 26 foot boat with 2 outboard mercury engines 225 efi.. it comes with an aluminum trailer the boat runs in great, it is in excellent condition.price is negotiable..7862394162 spanish english 7863664197

26 ft Donzi

Aventura, Florida

26 FT DONZI WITH CABIN BRAND NEW MERCURY ENGINE IF INTERESTED CALL 305-607-8483

Special---New triple tube 25 ft pontoon boat with slide- hpp tubes

Grand Rapids, Minnesota

Make Tahoe Grand Island

Category Pontoon Boats

Length 25.0

Factory Direct Pontoon BoatsNew Tritoon 25 ft Grand Island/Tahoe pontoon boat with the high performance tubes. This one pictured just sold but we have the same thing in a similar version which we will be putting together for pictures. It is 8.5 wide with 25 inch tubes. We are located in Grand Rapids Minnesota and will deliver for $1.75 a mile. This auction doesn't come with a motor or trailer but they are available. We sell about 100 pontoon boats a year with the swim roof. This pontoon boat will have the high grade carpet with the 50 oz vinyl seats and the high quality alum seat bases. It has a cover- stereo-table-swim ladder-upper roof ladder-upper roof furniture package-pump for the roof slide-lights and gauges. This auction doesn't come with a motor or trailer but they are available. It is rated for up to a 300 hp motor with the 3 tubes. Give us a call for our web site or a shipping quote. 218-326-4223---- Swim roof 157 inchs tall on the trailer OR 28 inches less without the trailer Powered by eBay Turbo Lister The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.

WELLCRAFT NOVAII, 26FT., 1984

Bellmore, New York

Model NOVA II

Category High Performance Boats

1984 Wellcraft Nova II 26ft. Scarab type boat. Boat has twin Mercruiser 250HP 5.7 engines. Both engines were replaced in 2005, total hours on engines is 230, boat was in storage from 2009 to 2013 when I purchased it. The drives are Alpha 1, upper housings are from 1989 lower housings are new from mercruiser.In 2013-2014 winter season both engines were removed, gimbal housing were both replace (including all parts: drive boot, shift cable and boot, exhaust boot, gimbal bearing, trim sender and trim limit switched, mount bolts, and water hose and thru hull tube) Both exhaust Y pipes were replaced. Both engines have full tune-ups, wires, cap, rotor, plugs, high output coils, filters and oil. SS thermostat housings were installed, new circulator water pumps, new serpentine belts, both carburetors were rebuilt, all four exhaust manifolds and risers were replaced. Drive bottles and fitting were added. I also added shift assist pistons and brackets to both engines. Starboard drive upper housing was resealed, lower gear housing and gears were replaced as an assembly from mercruiser (brand new lower unit). Port drive upper was resealed and lower drive assembly was replaced with a brand new counter rotating drive from mercruiser. Props are SS 19 inch pitch, engines max out at 4600 rpm. All four drive trim cylinders were replaced with rebuilt late model cylinders that provide an extra 2 deg. down to keep boat bow down on start up. All external trim hoses were replaced. Boat has twin cylinder Bennet trim planes with position gauges. Cabin is all cushions, with small sink and fresh water (currently pump is inop), and ice box. Boat has a stereo and four speakers with remote control, Garmin 188c GPS. Bilge pump and switch just replaced, twin batteries were installed in 2013. I'm selling because I have no time to use the boat due new job, and my son has moved on to other interests. I've worked in Marinas for 50 years and have been trained on and worked on mercruiser engines and drives for 40 of those years. Only the best parts were used on everything.

26ft 2003 Cobalt 268

Fort Myers, Florida

Please call to see the boat or to get more details! Comes with 454 inboard Garmin GPS Stereo Stereo Controls located by Back Enclosed Ladder Docking Lights See Pictures or call Marina Mikes in Fort Myers for more details! With an extra-large activity platform at the transom, the Cobalt 226 was built with sustained fun in mind. There's an ice chest and a concealed boarding ladder at the transom with a walk-through to the cockpit, where another ice chest and an AM/FM digital cassette player are standard. The helm includes a depth gauge and an hour meter, a leather tilt steering wheel, and a remote control for the stereo. There's also Cobalt's trademark flip-lip captain's chair, which allows the driver to safely rise above the windshield. Power plants, either MerCruiser or Volvo sterndrives, range from 190 to 415 horsepower, all with a five-year warranty. Optional features include a stainless steel ski tower, an air compressor, various canvas combinations, and a CD player.

2003 Commander Cat 26 ft

Columbia, South Carolina

Make Commander

Category Catamarans

2003 Commander Cat 26ft with 496 MAG HO (425 HP) 250 low hours. 72 MPH boat, fresh water use ONLY, Factory rare color scheme, blue anodized accessories, padded cuddy. Interior redone in 2013, comes with cockpit cover, full mooring cover, bimini top, snap in carpet, white custom tandem axle trailer, new tires in 2014. Custom stereo & sub, dual batteries, shore power, will seat 5-6, kept in building, meticulously maintained, in great condition. $26,900. Located in Columbia, SC on Lake Murray. Call/Text/email Blake Sellers 803-546-8338, [email protected]

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The little (electric) engine that could: The Port of San Diego unveils the nation’s first all-electric tug boat

The 82-foot eWolf expects to eliminate 3,100 metric tons of carbon dioxide

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The nation’s first all-electric tug boat has docked at the Port of San Diego and expects to begin emissions-free operations in about a month.

Operated by Crowley Maritime Corporation , the 82-foot eWolf will escort ships entering and leaving the Tenth Avenue Marine Terminal using electric power instead of diesel fuel, helping slash greenhouse gas emissions at the port and its neighbors in Barrio Logan and National City.

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1:58 p.m. March 13, 2024 This story has been updated to show the correct amount of government funding that went to the project.

“This is a big deal,” said port chairman Frank Urtasun at a news conference Monday. “This is new technology.”

Capable of speeds of up to 12 knots, the eWolf is powered by a 6.2 megawatt-hour main propulsion battery and two electric drives. The tug has thrust — also known as bollard pull in the parlance of the shipping industry — of 76.8 short tons, which is more powerful than the diesel-powered counterparts at the port.

Constructed in Alabama, the eWolf is equipped with two small generators for emergency use that allow the boat to travel longer distances at a reduced speed.

“Like an electric car, you step on the gas and it jumps,” said Paul Manzi, vice president of Crowley Shipping, based in Jacksonville, Fla. “All of the attributes that you have with an electric motor operation in a car or in an electric truck, you see here in the (eWolf) at massive scale. And it’s extremely quiet so when it pulls away from the dock you literally won’t hear any noise.”

The tug boat’s electricity will come from a charging station that is part of a microgrid facility equipped with two energy storage containers. Battery modules in each container have storage capacity of nearly 1.5 megawatt-hours.

Interconnected with the help of San Diego Gas & Electric, the charging station at the port is designed to allow the vessel to recharge quickly and reduce peak loads on the electric grid.

Operators plan to charge the eWolf overnight so it can perform its chores during daytime hours.

“This technology has individually been around for a while, but it hasn’t necessarily been integrated and optimized to all work together — and that’s kind of our role,” said Bruce Strupp, vice president at ABB Marine & Ports , the company that designed the boat’s propulsion system. “Some of the technology is our technology, some of it’s third-party technology, but we integrate it all together.”

The electric tug boat is expected to begin commercial operations at the port in mid- to late-April, depending on the completion of the charging station.

Officials at Crowley did not release the eWolf’s price tag Monday, saying only that it cost about twice as much as a conventional diesel-powered tug boat of comparable size.

But, Manzi said, the company expects the eWolf’s maintenance and operating costs will be “dramatically lower” than what’s spent on a diesel-powered tug boat because the electric model has fewer moving parts.

The entire project — the vessel as well as the charging station — received four grants that added up to $13.67 million, with two grants of $10.9 million from the San Diego Air Pollution Control District, one grant of just over $2 million from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and $750,000 from the federal government’s Maritime Administration.

In 2020, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed an executive order that directed state agencies to transition off-road vehicles — including tug boats — and equipment to 100 percent zero emissions by 2035.

By replacing one of the port’s diesel-powered tugs, the eWolf is expected to eliminate the consumption of about 35,000 gallons of diesel fuel per year. In its first 10 years of use, the electric tug boat is expected to reduce about 3,100 metric tons of carbon dioxide from the port and its surrounding areas such as Barrio Logan and National City.

“We’re trying to be good neighbors and trying to be able to help to reduce emissions here to help the electrification movement,” Urtasun said, adding that the port has spent about $130 million on various electrification projects.

Last year, the Port of San Diego became the first in North America to install a pair of all-electric cranes to load and off-load heavy cargo. Each 262 feet high, the cranes replaced an older crane that ran on diesel fuel. Together, the cranes expect to help the port reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 47 metric tons per year.

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Mark Zuckerberg has reportedly gifted himself a $300 million megayacht, dubbed “Launchpad,” ahead of his 40th birthday.

The staggering 387-foot-long vessel was seen floating at Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., after arriving at its berth earlier this week, The Sun reported Thursday.

The multi-layered luxury ship’s sleek exterior was designed by Espen Øino International and boasts a steel hull and an aluminum superstructure, according to SuperYacht Times.

Reportedly ranking as the 45th largest yacht in the world, the interiors are just as aesthetically pleasing and reportedly executed by Zuretti Interior Design company, a France-based company specializing in unique and custom yacht design.

The breathtakingly beautiful floater stands out with a navy blue theme matching an American flag perched proudly on its wood-paneled stern.

There are several outdoor areas where the social media maven will be able to relax with his family and the indoor levels feature glass paneling allowing for tons of natural light.

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There also appears to be a helipad perfect for whenever the Facebook co-founder wants to travel to his vessel by air.

The Feadship-built yacht, built in 2022, can comfortably fit 24 guests aboard, requires a crew of 48, and is said to cost $30 million a year for upkeep and usage, according to Superyachtfan.com .

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Boatworld insiders have been buzzing with speculation that Zuckerberg is the owner of the newly minted mega-cruise ever since it made its main voyage from the Netherlands last week.

The tech titan was spotted touring the Russian-commissioned megayacht in early March, though the impressive boat didn’t arrive stateside until this week due to sanctions, according to The Sun.

The website reported that Zuckerberg purchased the pricey yacht – along with its own $30 million partner boat — most likely as an early 40th birthday present to himself.

The boat reportedly traveled to Florida after being granted special permission to be imported just weeks ahead of Zuckerberg’s birthday on May 14.

Zuckerberg’s yacht is just 30 feet shorter than the length of fellow billionaire Jeff Bezos’ 417-foot megayacht Koru, which the Amazon boss snagged for a whopping $500 million.

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Billionaire Mark Zuckerberg, founder and CEO of Facebook parent Meta, gifted himself a $300 million superyacht named ‘Launchpad’ as his net worth nears $200 billion. Credit: Dutch Yachting

Mark Zuckerberg reportedly rewarded himself with a luxurious gift: a $300 million super yacht.

The billionaire Meta Platforms CEO reportedly purchased the 287-foot vessel with the name Launchpad, according to The Sun and New York Post. 

FOX Business reached out to Meta Platforms and a Zuckerberg personal spokesperson for comment on the vessel.

Mark Zuckerberg's 387-foot long superyacht, Launchpad, sits at Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, this week. (Romain Maurice/MEGA / Mega)

The vessel reached America a few days ago, cruising into Fort Lauderdale’s port in the Sunshine State, according to Business Insider. Prior to that, it had recently completed its first-ever official sailing.

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In photos, the dark blue-hulled Launchpad appeared to have multiple decks.

Superyacht Times pegged its gross tonnage at about 5,000. It can reportedly sail as fast as 24 knots.

A view of the side of the Launchpad superyacht. (Dutch Yachting)

Feadship, a well-known yacht builder headquartered in the Netherlands, constructed the superyacht.

Only 70 motor yachts measuring over 100 meters currently exist, according to BOAT International. Some are believed to belong to other members of the three-comma club.

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The Sun reported the 118-meter Launchpad came at a nine-figure cost.

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Zuckerberg has amassed a personal fortune that, according to Forbes, sat around $178 billion as of Thursday evening.

He has Meta Platforms, the corporate parent of Facebook, Instagram, Whatsapp and Threads, to thank for that. He co-founded Facebook about 20 years ago.

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Fort lauderdale police officer wounded in shooting at hotel; suspect dead, officer was released from the hospital thursday evening after sustaining non-life threatening injuries.

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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – There was a massive police presence in Fort Lauderdale’s Harbordale area Thursday morning after a city police officer was shot.

It happened in a hotel room at the Holiday Inn Express at 1500 SE 17th St., according to police.

Police Chief Bill Schultz said just after 7:30 a.m., a caller reported that he had killed someone inside of a hotel room.

Officers entered the room and exchanged gunfire with the suspect, who barricaded himself in the room, Schultz said. He said one officer was struck by gunfire.

The suspect, who police identified as Karl Chludinsky, 46, of Margate, was found dead inside of the room by SWAT officers, according to Fort Lauderdale police spokesperson Casey Liening.

Liening also confirmed that the wounded officer was released from Broward Health Medical Center on Thursday and is expected to make a full recovery.

A second officer was injured and treated at the scene but was not shot, Schultz said.

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Sue Riggs, who was visiting Fort Lauderdale for the first time, told Local 10 News that she immediately went into hiding after hearing the gunshots nearby.

“I jumped up and went into a men’s room right there and it is all concrete and steel,” she said. “We couldn’t figure out why they knew he was there in that room. That makes sense.”

Hotel guest Luis Castaneda said he and a group of bystanders were directed by a police officer to a nearby conference room for safety.

“She was like, ‘Everybody, get into this conference room!’ They put us in there, they locked it and turned the lights off.”' she said.

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is investigating the police shooting. The three officers who opened fire are on paid leave pending the outcome of the investigation, Schultz said.

Local 10 News went to Chludinsky’s home to speak with family members about the incident but no one answered.

Neighbors say he was going through a bit of depression following a recent divorce but are still shocked this happened.

“I would’ve never expected anything like this. He was always a sweet man toward us,” a woman said. “Even though he was going through some hard times, you could tell he was trying to push through.”

A Broward County arrest photo from 2019 shows Chludinsky after he was arrested on charges of driving under the influence and drug possession.

Police said a motive for the shooting remains unclear at this time and stressed that there is no threat to the community.

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