Question 1

What are the specs of the NICHOLSON 26?

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The NICHOLSON 26 has the following specifications: 26.58ft LOA, 7.75ft beam, 5ft draft, 10,280lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

Who built the NICHOLSON 26 and when was it made?

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Built by Burnes Shipyard  (UK), designed by Camper & Nicholson, first built in 1968, 64 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the NICHOLSON 26 good for offshore sailing?

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The NICHOLSON 26 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 47.25, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.43, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the NICHOLSON 26?

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The NICHOLSON 26 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 10.25, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 573.66, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a NICHOLSON 26?

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Annual maintenance for a NICHOLSON 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 6

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

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Annual cost of ownership for the NICHOLSON 26 (26.58ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.2K – $3.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 26.58ft boat: Florida: $4,800-$12,800/year. California: $4,500-$11,200/year. Massachusetts: $3,300-$7,400/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,300-$9,300/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,200-$5,700/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,700/year. Washington: $3,800-$8,300/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,100/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,900-$5,700/year. South Carolina: $4,100-$8,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $21K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a NICHOLSON 26?

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Marina slip costs for the NICHOLSON 26 (26.58ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,800-$12,800/year. California: $4,500-$11,200/year. Massachusetts: $3,300-$7,400/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,300-$9,300/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,200-$5,700/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,700/year. Washington: $3,800-$8,300/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,100/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,900-$5,700/year. South Carolina: $4,100-$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 8

What are the common problems with the NICHOLSON 26?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the NICHOLSON 26 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, engine, 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 NICHOLSON 26.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a NICHOLSON 26?

Accepted Answer

When buying a NICHOLSON 26, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, engine. 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 NICHOLSON 26 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

How does the NICHOLSON 26 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The NICHOLSON 26 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 26.58ft LOA, comfort ratio 47.25, capsize ratio 1.43, SA/disp 10.25. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	26.58 ft
LWL	20 ft
Beam	7.75 ft
Draft	5 ft
Displacement	10,280 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.0 kn

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