Question 1

What are the specs of the NIAGARA 26?

Accepted Answer

The NIAGARA 26 has the following specifications: 26.67ft LOA, 8.33ft beam, 4.42ft draft, 4,000lb displacement, 1,700lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a NIAGARA 26 cost?

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The NIAGARA 26 has an average asking price of $5,000, with prices ranging from $5,000 to $5,000 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the NIAGARA 26 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Hinterhoeller / Goman Boat/ Halman, designed by George Hinterhoeller, first built in 1975, 170 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the NIAGARA 26 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The NIAGARA 26 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 15.23, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.1, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the NIAGARA 26?

Accepted Answer

The NIAGARA 26 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 20.12, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 146.77, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a NIAGARA 26?

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Annual maintenance for a NIAGARA 26 is estimated at $1.2K – $3.1K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a NIAGARA 26 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the NIAGARA 26 (26.67ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.2K – $3.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$100/year (based on $5,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 26.67ft boat: Florida: $4,800-$12,800/year. California: $4,500-$11,200/year. Massachusetts: $3,400-$7,500/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,400-$9,300/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,200-$5,800/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,800/year. Washington: $3,800-$8,300/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,100/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,900-$5,800/year. South Carolina: $4,200-$8,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $19K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a NIAGARA 26?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the NIAGARA 26 (26.67ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,800-$12,800/year. California: $4,500-$11,200/year. Massachusetts: $3,400-$7,500/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,400-$9,300/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,200-$5,800/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,800/year. Washington: $3,800-$8,300/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,100/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,900-$5,800/year. South Carolina: $4,200-$8,000/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 9

What are the common problems with the NIAGARA 26?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the NIAGARA 26 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in engine, structural, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the NIAGARA 26.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a NIAGARA 26?

Accepted Answer

When buying a NIAGARA 26, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across engine, structural. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the NIAGARA 26 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the NIAGARA 26?

Accepted Answer

The NIAGARA 26 has the following rig dimensions: I=29ft (foretriangle height), J=10.42ft (foretriangle base), P=30ft (mainsail luff), E=11ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 329.3 sq ft. Jib area: 151.1 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the NIAGARA 26 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The NIAGARA 26 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 26.67ft LOA, comfort ratio 15.23, capsize ratio 2.1, SA/disp 20.12, average price $5,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	26.67 ft
LWL	23 ft
Beam	8.33 ft
Draft	4.42 ft
Displacement	4,000 lb
Ballast	1,700 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.4 kn

Iforetriangle height	29 ft
Jforetriangle base	10.42 ft
Pmainsail luff	30 ft
Emainsail foot	11 ft
FLforestay	10.4 ft
Mainsail	329.3 sq ft
Jib (100%)	151.1 sq ft
Spinnaker	256.9 sq ft

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