Question 1

What are the specs of the NONSUCH 26?

Accepted Answer

The NONSUCH 26 has the following specifications: 26ft LOA, 10.5ft beam, 4.5ft draft, 8,500lb displacement, 2,749.8lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cat (unstayed). Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the NONSUCH 26 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Hinterhoeller Yachts Ltd. (CAN), designed by Mark Ellis Design, first built in 1981, with production ending in 1988.

Question 3

Is the NONSUCH 26 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The NONSUCH 26 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 23.05, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 2.06, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 4

How fast is the NONSUCH 26?

Accepted Answer

The NONSUCH 26 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.19, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 261.86, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a NONSUCH 26?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a NONSUCH 26 is estimated at $1.0K – $2.7K. 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 NONSUCH 26 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the NONSUCH 26 (26ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.0K – $2.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 26ft boat: Florida: $4,700-$12,500/year. California: $4,400-$10,900/year. Massachusetts: $3,300-$7,300/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,300-$9,100/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,100-$5,600/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,600/year. Washington: $3,700-$8,100/year. Michigan: $1,800-$4,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,800-$5,600/year. South Carolina: $4,100-$7,800/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $20K 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 NONSUCH 26?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the NONSUCH 26 (26ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,700-$12,500/year. California: $4,400-$10,900/year. Massachusetts: $3,300-$7,300/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,300-$9,100/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,100-$5,600/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,600/year. Washington: $3,700-$8,100/year. Michigan: $1,800-$4,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,800-$5,600/year. South Carolina: $4,100-$7,800/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 NONSUCH 26?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the NONSUCH 26 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in safety, deck, sails, rigging, 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 NONSUCH 26.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a NONSUCH 26?

Accepted Answer

When buying a NONSUCH 26, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across safety, deck, sails, rigging. 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 NONSUCH 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 NONSUCH 26 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The NONSUCH 26 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 26ft LOA, comfort ratio 23.05, capsize ratio 2.06, SA/disp 16.19. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	26 ft
LWL	24.38 ft
Beam	10.5 ft
Draft	4.5 ft
Displacement	8,500 lb
Ballast	2,749.8 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.6 kn

Pmainsail luff	41 ft
Emainsail foot	20.5 ft
Mainsail	453.9 sq ft

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