Hello all, I'm interested in purchasing a used sail boat 26 to 28 foot size and am having trouble finding information on advantages / disadvantages with each model type. I would like to trailer / weekend getaway / and feel safe on the great lakes. I can live without the trailer option if thats what it takes to feel safe. If anyone could recommend a web site or a perticular model to assist me with picking the right boat for me it would be greatly appreciated. The attached web site provides great information on older boats but nothing on newer models. Just looking for information to make an edcuated decission. thanks,
Sail boat comparison information?
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Trailerable Sailboat
Although there are many boats in the size you mention, I only know of a few "production" sailboats of that size that are truly "trailerable". To me, that means I can splash and pull the boat with no more than an hours rigging time each way and that I can pull it long distances with no more problem than a power boat of the same size. I had been sailing the Colgate 26 quite a bit so I used that as a baseline for comparison as far as performance goes (The Colgate is not really a trailerable according to my definition) Go to the "boat specs" link on my webpage to see my approach. http://pws.chartermi.net/~gkobernus/H260_Web/default.html
Although there are many boats in the size you mention, I only know of a few "production" sailboats of that size that are truly "trailerable". To me, that means I can splash and pull the boat with no more than an hours rigging time each way and that I can pull it long distances with no more problem than a power boat of the same size. I had been sailing the Colgate 26 quite a bit so I used that as a baseline for comparison as far as performance goes (The Colgate is not really a trailerable according to my definition) Go to the "boat specs" link on my webpage to see my approach. http://pws.chartermi.net/~gkobernus/H260_Web/default.html
Boat Check from Sailnet
Go to Boat Check at Sailnet.com. They have an extensive data base of owners reviews of every model. Here is the link:
Go to Boat Check at Sailnet.com. They have an extensive data base of owners reviews of every model. Here is the link:
Check out the CS 27
If I recall, the Sailquest site you reference only describes Canadian built sailboats. But since most of these boats were built in Ontario they are well known locally and there is an active market for most of them. Don't think you are going to get a true trailerable boat in the 28 foot size. If comfort and safety are your concern, I don't think smaller trailerables are what you want for extended cruising on the Great Lakes. Ok for day sailing. If you keep your boat at a slip you'll sail it a lot more than if it is on a trailer.....been there. Check out the CS 27. The only thing I disagree with the Sailquest description is the reference to osmosis. I don't know anyone with a CS 27 who has an osmosis problem. My '75 hull is original gelcoat (no epoxy barrier coat) and not a blister on it. Also, regarding comments about the Yanmar 8 hp being underpowered.....just replace the 2 blade with a 3 blade prop. Good hunting. Kevin
If I recall, the Sailquest site you reference only describes Canadian built sailboats. But since most of these boats were built in Ontario they are well known locally and there is an active market for most of them. Don't think you are going to get a true trailerable boat in the 28 foot size. If comfort and safety are your concern, I don't think smaller trailerables are what you want for extended cruising on the Great Lakes. Ok for day sailing. If you keep your boat at a slip you'll sail it a lot more than if it is on a trailer.....been there. Check out the CS 27. The only thing I disagree with the Sailquest description is the reference to osmosis. I don't know anyone with a CS 27 who has an osmosis problem. My '75 hull is original gelcoat (no epoxy barrier coat) and not a blister on it. Also, regarding comments about the Yanmar 8 hp being underpowered.....just replace the 2 blade with a 3 blade prop. Good hunting. Kevin
Beneteau-Oceanis 281
It's slightly longer (28.5') than your range. It is not very trailerable at 6000# but it sails great and has amazing accomodations for a boat of its size.
It's slightly longer (28.5') than your range. It is not very trailerable at 6000# but it sails great and has amazing accomodations for a boat of its size.
Try Practical Sailor ( )
They publish a two volume collection of all their boat reviews. They don't do advertising, so their reviews are pretty straight forward... Fair winds, Bill
They publish a two volume collection of all their boat reviews. They don't do advertising, so their reviews are pretty straight forward... Fair winds, Bill
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