ALOHA 8.2
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 26.75 ft |
| LWL | 22.19 ft |
| Beam | 9.5 ft |
| Draft | 4.33 ft |
| Displacement | 5,200 lb |
| Ballast | 1,999.9 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.3 kn |
About the ALOHA 8.2
ALOHA 27, 26, 8.2, and 271, are similar. Photo courtesy Adam Hunt.
Designed by Robert Perry and built by Ouyang Boat Works (CAN) in 1980, the Aloha 8.2 is a compact, performance-oriented cruiser with a hull count of ?. Its fractional sloop rig and 17.38 SA/D ratio suggest a focus on sailing efficiency within its 26.75 ft LOA footprint.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize sailing performance and modern electronics upgrades, as evidenced by the high prevalence of Garmin installations and North sails in the fleet.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 2.2 and a D/L ratio of 212.46, the Aloha 8.2 offers reasonable offshore stability, though its 1980 production year and critical structural issues require careful vetting for serious bluewater use.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other late-1970s/early-1980s 26-27 ft performance cruisers like the Cal 2-26 or O'Day 26, sharing similar fractional rig configurations and displacement ranges that balance speed with manageable size.
Direct variant of the ALOHA 8.2
Near-identical models — same hull, builder and designer, re-badged or lightly changed. Specs and owner-reported issues are typically shared across the group, so a sister model's page may carry detail this one doesn't.
Performance
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceEstimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 26.75ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
20 reported issues across 9 systems for the ALOHA 8.2, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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