Question 1

What are the specs of the SIERRA 26?

Accepted Answer

The SIERRA 26 has the following specifications: 26.15ft LOA, 7.91ft beam, 5.51ft draft, 948lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the SIERRA 26 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by James Betts Ent. (USA), designed by Nelson/Marek, first built in 2008, 3 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the SIERRA 26 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SIERRA 26 is classified as a Performance Racer. It has a comfort ratio of 3.58, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 3.22, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the SIERRA 26?

Accepted Answer

The SIERRA 26 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 56.47, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 24.13, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a SIERRA 26?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SIERRA 26 is estimated at $900 – $2.3K. 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 SIERRA 26 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SIERRA 26 (26.15ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $900 – $2.3K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 26.15ft boat: Florida: $4,700-$12,600/year. California: $4,400-$11,000/year. Massachusetts: $3,300-$7,300/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,300-$9,200/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,100-$5,600/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,600/year. Washington: $3,800-$8,200/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 SIERRA 26?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SIERRA 26 (26.15ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,700-$12,600/year. California: $4,400-$11,000/year. Massachusetts: $3,300-$7,300/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,300-$9,200/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,100-$5,600/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,600/year. Washington: $3,800-$8,200/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 SIERRA 26?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a SIERRA 26?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SIERRA 26, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across hull. 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 SIERRA 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 SIERRA 26 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SIERRA 26 is classified as a Performance Racer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 26.15ft LOA, comfort ratio 3.58, capsize ratio 3.22, SA/disp 56.47. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	26.15 ft
LWL	25.98 ft
Beam	7.91 ft
Draft	5.51 ft
Displacement	948 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.8 kn

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