Question 1

What are the specs of the SAN JUAN 26?

Accepted Answer

The SAN JUAN 26 has the following specifications: 25.11ft LOA, 8ft beam, 5ft draft, 4,400lb displacement, 1,999.8lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Variable, Full/Long.

Question 2

Who built the SAN JUAN 26 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Clark Boat Co. (USA), designed by Don Clark, first built in 1975.

Question 3

Is the SAN JUAN 26 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SAN JUAN 26 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 18.77, 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 SAN JUAN 26?

Accepted Answer

The SAN JUAN 26 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.3, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 193.03, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a SAN JUAN 26?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SAN JUAN 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 SAN JUAN 26 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SAN JUAN 26 (25.11ft) 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 25.11ft boat: Florida: $4,500-$12,100/year. California: $4,200-$10,500/year. Massachusetts: $3,200-$7,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,200-$8,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,000-$5,400/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,400/year. Washington: $3,600-$7,800/year. Michigan: $1,800-$3,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,700-$5,400/year. South Carolina: $3,900-$7,500/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 SAN JUAN 26?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SAN JUAN 26 (25.11ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,500-$12,100/year. California: $4,200-$10,500/year. Massachusetts: $3,200-$7,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,200-$8,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,000-$5,400/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,400/year. Washington: $3,600-$7,800/year. Michigan: $1,800-$3,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,700-$5,400/year. South Carolina: $3,900-$7,500/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 SAN JUAN 26?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the SAN JUAN 26 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, 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 SAN JUAN 26.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a SAN JUAN 26?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SAN JUAN 26, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder. 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 SAN JUAN 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 SAN JUAN 26?

Accepted Answer

The SAN JUAN 26 has the following rig dimensions: I=30.3ft (foretriangle height), J=10ft (foretriangle base), P=26ft (mainsail luff), E=8ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 263.8 sq ft. Jib area: 151.5 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the SAN JUAN 26 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SAN JUAN 26 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 25.11ft LOA, comfort ratio 18.77, capsize ratio 1.96, SA/disp 15.3. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	25.11 ft
LWL	21.67 ft
Beam	8 ft
Draft	5 ft/ 2.25 ft min
Displacement	4,400 lb
Ballast	1,999.8 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.2 kn

Iforetriangle height	30.3 ft
Jforetriangle base	10 ft
Pmainsail luff	26 ft
Emainsail foot	8 ft
FLforestay	10 ft
Mainsail	263.8 sq ft
Jib (100%)	151.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	257.6 sq ft

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