Question 1

What are the specs of the SAILMASTER 26?

Accepted Answer

The SAILMASTER 26 has the following specifications: 26ft LOA, 7.75ft beam, 6ft draft, 4,000lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Variable, Full/Long.

Question 2

Who built the SAILMASTER 26 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Werf Gusto, designed by William Tripp Jr., first built in 1963, with production ending in 1969, 120 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the SAILMASTER 26 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SAILMASTER 26 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 19.15, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 1.96, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the SAILMASTER 26?

Accepted Answer

The SAILMASTER 26 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.51, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 260.35, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a SAILMASTER 26?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SAILMASTER 26 is estimated at $1.1K – $2.9K. 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 SAILMASTER 26 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SAILMASTER 26 (26ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.1K – $2.9K/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 $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 SAILMASTER 26?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SAILMASTER 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 SAILMASTER 26?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the SAILMASTER 26 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in engine, 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 SAILMASTER 26.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a SAILMASTER 26?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SAILMASTER 26, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across engine, 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 SAILMASTER 26 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the SAILMASTER 26?

Accepted Answer

The SAILMASTER 26 has the following rig dimensions: I=28.1ft (foretriangle height), J=9.3ft (foretriangle base), P=24ft (mainsail luff), E=12ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 286.2 sq ft. Jib area: 130.7 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the SAILMASTER 26 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SAILMASTER 26 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 26ft LOA, comfort ratio 19.15, capsize ratio 1.96, SA/disp 17.51. 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	19 ft
Beam	7.75 ft
Draft	6 ft/ 2.2 ft min
Displacement	4,000 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.8 kn

Iforetriangle height	28.1 ft
Jforetriangle base	9.3 ft
Pmainsail luff	24 ft
Emainsail foot	12 ft
FLforestay	9.3 ft
Mainsail	286.2 sq ft
Jib (100%)	130.7 sq ft
Spinnaker	222.1 sq ft

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