Question 1

What are the specs of the SEAFARER 26?

Accepted Answer

The SEAFARER 26 has the following specifications: 25.75ft LOA, 8.25ft beam, 3.75ft draft, 4,600lb displacement, 1,775.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SEAFARER 26 cost?

Accepted Answer

The SEAFARER 26 has an average asking price of $4,950, with prices ranging from $2,900 to $7,000 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SEAFARER 26 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Seafarer Yachts, designed by McCurdy and Rhodes, first built in 1977.

Question 4

Is the SEAFARER 26 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SEAFARER 26 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 18.08, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 1.99, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the SEAFARER 26?

Accepted Answer

The SEAFARER 26 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.66, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 174.41, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SEAFARER 26?

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Annual maintenance for a SEAFARER 26 is estimated at $1.1K – $2.8K. 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 SEAFARER 26 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SEAFARER 26 (25.75ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.1K – $2.8K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$100/year (based on $4,950 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 25.75ft boat: Florida: $4,600-$12,400/year. California: $4,300-$10,800/year. Massachusetts: $3,200-$7,200/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,200-$9,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,100-$5,600/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,600/year. Washington: $3,700-$8,000/year. Michigan: $1,800-$4,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,800-$5,600/year. South Carolina: $4,000-$7,700/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $18K 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 SEAFARER 26?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SEAFARER 26 (25.75ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,600-$12,400/year. California: $4,300-$10,800/year. Massachusetts: $3,200-$7,200/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,200-$9,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,100-$5,600/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,600/year. Washington: $3,700-$8,000/year. Michigan: $1,800-$4,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,800-$5,600/year. South Carolina: $4,000-$7,700/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 SEAFARER 26?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SEAFARER 26?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SEAFARER 26, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across hull, 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 SEAFARER 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 SEAFARER 26?

Accepted Answer

The SEAFARER 26 has the following rig dimensions: I=30.5ft (foretriangle height), J=10.65ft (foretriangle base), P=25.25ft (mainsail luff), E=8.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 278.3 sq ft. Jib area: 162.4 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the SEAFARER 26 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SEAFARER 26 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 25.75ft LOA, comfort ratio 18.08, capsize ratio 1.99, SA/disp 15.66, average price $4,950. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	25.75 ft
LWL	22.75 ft
Beam	8.25 ft
Draft	3.75 ft
Shoal Draft	2.58 ft
Displacement	4,600 lb
Ballast	1,775.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.4 kn

Iforetriangle height	30.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	10.65 ft
Pmainsail luff	25.25 ft
Emainsail foot	8.5 ft
FLforestay	10.7 ft
Mainsail	278.3 sq ft
Jib (100%)	162.4 sq ft
Spinnaker	276.1 sq ft

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