Re: 26X vs 26M by Crikey Wed Feb 29, 2012 10:36 pm Besides having a bluer, and faster hull, I most appreciate the larger rear berth as opposed to the front for the preferred sleeping arrangement. MacGregor implemented a major change in this boat. The Tattoo 26 sits on rails on its aluminium-beamed braked trailer, requiring a decent ramp for launching. Boats like the Hunter 260, which competes with MacGregor Yachts latest 26 footer, are meant to attract purchasers that are new to boating. This amount is a bargain if you consider that a brand new unit of this sailboat costs around $35,000, complete with all options. Building on the history of the MacGregor 26 powersailer, the most successful trailerable cruising boats of the last 2 decades, the Tattoo 26 was built during 2013 and 2014. For my length I would have to add to the size of the front berth then get plastered against the side while my admiral, finds her 'space'. More than 8000 MacGregor 26s have been sold worldwide since the model went into production in the 1990s. MacGregor has also built a 36-foot (11 m) catamaran, and a 65-foot (20 m) yacht. 1100 lbs dry and 2600 with ballast filled. LED lighting is new on this model, providing brilliant light but with modest battery requirements. Florida (United States) 9.376 Etap 26 1987 . That is why its weight is relatively light, which makes it easy to tow in a trailer. They all tend to be few in number. You will only go as far as 84 miles if you push the boat at 21 mph. Amel Sailboat Review [50, 60, Super Maramu, Kirk]. The MacGregor 26X sailboat was first introduced in 1995 by the Macgregor Yacht Corp, built by Roger MacGregor. The more the boat's horsepower, the quicker it is and the more fuel consumption. The hull is primarily a sailboat and the ride reflects this. Sailboat: MacGregor 26M Location: Washago, Muskoka, Ontario, Canada, Earth, Singularity.Suzuki DF60A. These were the MacGregor 26D (daggerboard), where he introduced water ballast and replaced the weighted keel. I had been to the ocean and watched sailboats from the beach and I was intrigued. I thought we were told the new Tattoo was 22' not 26? Your imagination most likely recalls a schooner, and that most likely is a keelboat. How Much Is a Jet Ski? The steering pedestal has been redesigned. All in all, there are two double berths and two single berths in the MacGregor 26 sailboat. The standard boat is white with blue stripes on both the hull and deck. The dealer price frequently includes tax. The cabin of this boat extends up to the rail. Some or all of following items will increase the price of the boat: OPTION PACKAGES Many dealers offer a package that includes rigging and commissioning, and options that may also include the outboard, which in itself substantially increases the price of the boat. Rudders are in recessesis that how the brackets are mounted on the M? It's position is required by the hull design to be there, and it forms the basis of all of the other interior decisions on the M: Welcome aboard I am just having a little fun with you. That (above) is the least important criteria for selection. The Macgregor has enough windage from the hull to sail sideways without the rig anyway. The bulkheads are now bamboo rather than mahogany finish. They explain the tattoo name on the web site. The MacGregor 26 Sailboat is a trailable sailing boat. Whitehorse, Yukon. At rest, the boat has a slight rolling motion allowing the ballast tank to fill helps damp this. Both those boats are heavier though, and you will need a beefier tow vehicle. Thats an effective range under power of about 100 nautical miles but unlike a pure powerboat the actual range is almost limitless under sail. This remarkable 26-footer can reportedly log speeds of over 21 knots under power, float in 12 inches of water, and sleep six. The Tattoo 26 Picks Up Where the Popular MacGregor Left Off, "Rhonda was a great help throughout the sale of my Whaler and answered any and all questions along the way.". Another characteristic that bothers traditional sailors about the MacGregor 26 M is the design or lines. There are none. The tanks are secured by straps under the side benches. Dec 21, 2007. MacGregor Macgregor 26m Sl Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, United Kingdom 2004 $31,932 Seller Essex - Clarke & Carter 20 Contact +44 (0)1621 785600 MacGregor 65 Pilothouse La Fort Fouesnant, Finistre, France 1992 $208,742 The MacGregor 65 is designed for fast offshore sailing. In addition to these expenses, dealers pay duty and tax on the total invoiced amount of the boat, trailer, and freight. $ 13,000. They are also available for advice before and after the purchase, and for warranty assistance if necessary. Its really more of a powerboat blueprint but the boat does have some innovative elements like, for instance, a water ballast system that compensates for the lack of a keel, a rigging system that helps get the boat rigged in around 15-minutes, a rotating mast and a sliding galley that provides for accommodating more passengers. She is the Chair of the New Product Awards committee, judging innovative boats and gear at NMMA and NMEA shows, and currently serves as immediate past president of Boating Writers International. . EUR 15.000,-Motorsegler. It is a water-ballasted sailboat that has an overall length of 26 feet. Set into the pedestal are Yamaha digital gauges, although there is just space to install a set of sailing gauges. The dealer package therefore, may include additional items which are not included on the manufacturers standard U.S. suggested pricing. They are designed for beginning sailors who became his market niche. Toll Free: 1-800-234-3315. If you want to buy tarps and a dowel at Home Depot and fasten them to a canoe, thats cool with us as long as its safe. The high freeboard means no issues with water coming in from the bows and we were able to push her hard into turns without a problem. Fortunately, the design was continued by Tattoo Yachts (daughter Laura Macgregor Sharp) with their Tattoo 26 sailboat. JavaScript is disabled. by mastreb Sun Mar 04, 2012 12:00 am, Return to MacGregor Powersailor Discussion, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited, A forum for discussing topics relating to MacGregor Powersailor Sailboats. The interior surfaces are a mixture of gelcoat, carpeted walls, vinyl-covered squabs and wood panels. The standard trailer has a galvanized tongue and wheels. 2012 Macgregor Boat Specifications Overall length: 25.82ft (7.87m) Waterline length: 23.00ft (7.01m) Draft - swing keel down: 5.50ft (1.68m) Draft - swing keel up: 0.75ft (0.23m) Mast height (above deck): 28ft (8.5m) Mast height (above water line): approx 36ft (11m) Boat height (mast folded): Approx 11ft (3.4m) Displacement: 2,250lbs (1,021kg) A single person using the built-in brake switch can raise and lower the mast. Besides having a bluer, and faster hull, I most appreciate the larger rear berth as opposed to the front for the preferred sleeping arrangement. Then they set about expanding their dealer network worldwide and commissioned a new model, the 22, to complement its bigger sibling. Acceleration is less than youd get from a dedicated runabout but we reached top speed easily enough. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. The MacGregor 26M has been hugely popular and well known for being lightweight and easy to trailer. Color: silver / black woven polyethylene fabric. In this article, well look at all the MacGregor 26 Sailboat specs and why it is a best-selling sailboat. The fuel tank capacity of this sailboat is 24 gallons. The last iteration that MacGregor made in his sailboat occurred from 2005 to the present. Although well admit, when it comes to the MacGregor 26M, wed much rather see you raise the sail and feel that heel than see you fire up that 70 h.p. Just about everybody looking for popular production sailboats (Hunter, Catalina, Beneteau, Oday, Macgregor, and others) ends up here. We use high quality ISO-DCPD resin instead of Ortho-DCPD resin for improved osmosis resistance. Kawasaki STX-15F Jet Ski Specs and Review, How Fast Do Sailboats Go (with Several Examples). MacGregor replaced the older versions daggerboard with the swing centerboard and introduced other smaller changes in the boats design. It also needs a bigger tow vehicle since it is heavier. The covers seem to last an average of 8 years. This boat was once known as the MacGregor, which was built in Costa Mesa in Southern California. by Crikey Wed Feb 29, 2012 1:36 pm, Post A full-size sedan can tow the MacGregor 26 sailboat and its trailer. The traveller is replaced with a pad eye on centerline and offset positions to move the boom out of the cockpit at anchor. This sailboat is capable of cruising at 22 miles per hour. The M has a more voluminous interior to compensate. The notion that "the interior design is what sells a boat" (rather than superior engineering) is a notion Macgregor Yachts did not subscribe to with the Mac26x. Tattoo in more recent times have evolved to be a re-gathering of our warriors back to the base and get ready. Buying from your local dealer assures good service. Used on tattoo 26, Late model 26M or late 26X boats that . They have experience in shipping or importing the boat, which involves documentation and adherence to regulations that can be quite complex if one is not familiar with the procedures. In this video, the sailboat maker, Roger MacGregor himself, shows some of the features of this boat and what his sailboat is capable of doing: Used MacGregor 26X (earlier version) sailboats are selling for less than $10,000. It has a galley and an enclosed head. The blue is a dark navy and the white is warmer than MacGregor white. The mainsail has been redesigned with a larger head to increase sail area slightly and give a more modern look. Jun 21, 2015. More free info at www.macgregorsailors.com :). by Divecoz Wed Apr 10, 2013 6:56 pm, Post The dealers price reflects the cost of these changes. A 4:1 vang is standard equipment. There were only light winds so I cant comment on the boats rough-water capability. Thanks! The max horsepower for this boat on our records is 35 hp . What, youre supposed to wear clothes when your on your boat ??. Theres a 6-feet headroom in the cabin. by dlandersson Thu Mar 01, 2012 3:38 am, Post YouTube moment? They would come with outboard motors and a trailer. The entire interior space is made from fiberglass, which is very easy to clean. Catalina has produced the Catalina 250 mkII. MacGregor Yachts USA stopped building the 26M (the last in the 26 series) in March 2013.Tattoo Yachts, a new company founded by Roger MacGregor's daughter Laura and her husband Paul Sharp, took the moulds and started producing the Tattoo 26.This is essentially a 26M but with some changes of trim and small updates of standard equipment and fittings. Save Share. Underneath the cockpit seats are plenty of storage spaces. 4,380 lbs. Read on to learn more about the specs and features of the MacGregor 26 sailboat and whether it is the right boat for you. A. Aaron42 . At only 26 feet, this sailboat is easy to rig and to sail. That is fast enough to tow a skier. The seat hatches in the cockpit are supplied with straps to keep fuel tanks from sliding out. You would have thought they would have displayed it with a lot of the upgrades and accessories ??? You must log in or register to reply here. A keelboat has a keel, a fixed appendage on the bottom of the hull, I didn't grow up on a boat. What is the issue? Macgregor 26 Carbon Fiber Tiller $649.00 Macgregor 26D Fiber-glass High-performance Dagger Board $889.00 Macgregor 26D Fiber-glass OE Performance Dagger Board $809.00 Macgregor 26D Fiberglass High-performance Rudder blade $599.00 Macgregor 26D HDPE High-Performance Rudder blade $699.00 Macgregor 26D High Performance Unifoil kick-up Rudder $1,039.00 by Terry Wed Feb 29, 2012 3:08 pm, Post 19-06-2020, 08:27 #6: MAK982. Two of the most notable competitors of MacGregor are Catalina and Hunter. The worlds best-selling crossover sail/power boat just got better: the MacGregor 26 is now the Tattoo 26, with a headturning design refresh. The capacity of the holding tank is five gallons, and the head is fully enclosed. It can travel on the water at a fast clip of 22 miles per hour. Classic formula: 6.45 knots. Just like MacGregor because it is targeting the same market. Destinations, Clubs, Events and Venues. Then he again reinvented his sailboat from 1996 to 2004 and renamed it the MacGregor 26X. #3. $1,999 US: Reduced : 1977 Macgregor Venture 21: 1977: OH: : $5,000 US : 1994 Macgregor 26: This is an ideal boat for an entire family to get away for a weekend, you can imagine lazy summer holidays idly moving from bay to bay or among the islands off New Zealands coast. Copyright 2023 TWR Media, a division of Frenz Ltd. All Rights Reserved. The MacGregor 26 is a water-ballasted, trailable coastal cruiser, party barge, ski boat, floating home, and powerboat all rolled into one hull. U.S. and Canadian dealers are not authorized to sell boats for overseas use. This is another area where new MacGregor boat owners rejoice and critics scoff. Knowing their customer base, Tattoo Dealers will frequently add the options they know are needed for the local conditions. Florida to produce the Tattoo 26, an updated version of the 26M. What do you mean? Roger MacGregor built this company to prove his MBA thesis at Stanford University that boat builders would be more successful if they build more efficient boats. We reviewed the MacGregor 26 nearly 10 years ago, so were keen to see how its changed under a new generation of boat-builders. The item you are attempting to add to compare is a different subtype to the items(s) in your list. Pop Yachts strives to ensure all pricing, images, and information contained in this Website is accurate. There are a few Tattoo 26's. A few Hunter 26's and Hunter Edge, the Odin, an Oz knock-off. Built of epoxy and foam core, the Tattoo 22 will be light enough to tow, will sail quickly on the water and will achieve speeds up to 20 knots under power, Laura MacGregor Sharp said. MacGregor 26. by Deeseas Thu Mar 01, 2012 10:27 am, Post It is a popular design with many features to accommodate the wishes of a broad range of boating aficionados. If you have a little more to spend a Bene 235 is not a bad little boat. Monthly Update: The Rest of the Industry Can't Keep Up with POP Yachts, POP Yachts Outperforms the Industry Yet Again, July Boat Sales Hit Rough Seas, but it's Smooth Sailing at POP. Discussions relating to the MacGregor line of trailerable sailboats, Post Theres no shower inside but a transom-mounted unit provides a wash facility without the hassle of pumping waste water out of the boat. With a 60 hp outboard, the boat can presumably attain a speed of up to 20 miles per hour. by Mac26Mpaul Wed Feb 29, 2012 2:39 pm, Post "The new boat will differ from the MacGregor 26 as follows: The standard boat will be white with blue stripes on both the hull and deck. On mine, all utilities (linkage, power, ballast valve) are port side, so ladder is clear on starboard side. beam, which offers plenty of interior space. May Boat Sales on a Major Upswing for POP Yachts, That Is, POP Yachts Funds Clean-up of 500 Pounds of Ocean Garbage, POP Yachts Makes Donation Commitment to Make-A-Wish, POP Yachts Receives Top Honor at Sarasota Chamber of Commerce Event. The Tattoo 26 is light for both easier trailering and better handling under power. The Sailing Terms You Didn't Know That You Didn't Know, Is sailing a foreign language to you? The Tattoo 26 differs from the MacGregor 26 as follows: We can ship you a boat directly from the factory in Florida. Only items of the same subtype may be compared. Poole, Dorset, United Kingdom. by Mac19sailor Wed Apr 10, 2013 5:56 pm, Post Heading out on the water? Price Drop: 8,317 (18 Feb) MacGregor 26M Powersailer. Seller's Description. It has a larger turning circle than most runabouts but dropping the daggerboard at low speed helps the boat pivot around the centre point and make very sharp turns. However, an SUV can do the job much better. The 26M had the ability to mount up to a 60 horsepower (45 kW) outboard motor. Stock #099284. This sailboat is equipped with Doyle sails and Lewmar winches. These high performance Macgregor 26M rudder blades feature an improved airfoil design that improves the boat's handling while under sail as well as when maneuvering. It looks much narrower from the front now. We also offer a navy blue hull with white stripes. The later versions, the 26Ms, can be had for slightly over $29,000. Well get into it, it does. They assumed these people would probably not embrace the low speeds associated with traditional sailing might be a deal breaker, so they slapped a big fat outboard on the transom and that problem was solved! Sounds like cosmetic changes that portray the feminine touch. . The 26m has a smaller water ballast tank and 300 pounds of solid ballast. by Terry Wed Feb 29, 2012 7:57 pm, Post There are numerous storage spaces and it would be easy to stash a weeks worth of gear in the cabin. 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