DIDI 26
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 26.25 ft |
| LWL | 24.77 ft |
| Beam | 8.1 ft |
| Draft | 5.58 ft/ 1.64 ft min |
| Displacement | 2,205 lb |
| Ballast | 959 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.7 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 29.79 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 8.86 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 29.53 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 12.8 ft |
| FLforestay | 8.9 ft |
| Mainsail | 370.1 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 132 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 239.9 sq ft |
About the DIDI 26
From designers drawings. Plans offered, completed boat or in kit form. Shorter rig: I: 9.08m J: 2.7m P: 9.0m E: 3.9m ISP: 9.71m
The Didi 26 is a lightweight, performance-oriented fractional sloop designed by Dudley Dix and built by MBOATS INTERNATIONAL LTD (NOR) starting in 1997. With a displacement of 2205.0 lb and a low D/L ratio of 64.77, it is engineered for speed and agility rather than heavy displacement comfort.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend racers who prioritize sailing performance and ease of single-handed handling over heavy offshore provisioning. Its light displacement and fractional rig make it ideal for sailors seeking a responsive, easy-to-sail package in protected waters.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.49 and a comfort ratio of 8.33, the Didi 26 is not designed for serious bluewater passagemaking due to its light displacement and narrow beam. It is best suited for coastal and inshore cruising where weather windows are manageable.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Beneteau First 26 and the J/26, which share similar fractional sloop rigs and light displacement characteristics aimed at club racing and coastal cruising. These models offer similar performance profiles but may differ in interior layout and build quality.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(4 certificates)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 3.8 | 5.1 | 6.1 | 6.5 | 6.6 | 6.7 | 6.7 | 6.7 | 6.4 |
| 60° | 4.1 | 5.5 | 6.4 | 6.8 | 6.9 | 7.0 | 7.1 | 7.1 | 6.9 |
| 75° | 4.3 | 5.7 | 6.6 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 7.7 | 7.9 | 8.0 | 7.9 |
| 90° | 4.6 | 6.0 | 6.8 | 7.3 | 7.9 | 8.4 | 8.7 | 9.1 | 9.2 |
| 110° | 4.6 | 6.1 | 7.1 | 7.9 | 8.5 | 9.0 | 9.5 | 10.4 | 11.1 |
| 120° | 4.4 | 5.9 | 7.0 | 8.1 | 8.9 | 9.6 | 10.2 | 11.4 | 12.4 |
| 135° | 3.6 | 5.2 | 6.5 | 7.4 | 8.5 | 9.7 | 11.0 | 13.0 | 14.6 |
| 150° | 3.0 | 4.3 | 5.5 | 6.5 | 7.3 | 8.2 | 9.4 | 12.2 | 15.4 |
| Beat VMG | 2.4 | 3.3 | 4.0 | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.1 |
| Run VMG | 2.6 | 3.7 | 4.8 | 5.6 | 6.3 | 7.1 | 8.1 | 10.5 | 13.3 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 26.25ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
7 reported issues across 6 systems for the DIDI 26, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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