Is Mcgregor a good sailboat?
Having owned and sailed a 26S extensively for three years, it indeed sails fairly well and lives up to its reputation of being a roomy and easily trailered pocket cruiser. This sailboat can meet most budgetary needs and has room enough for a family of three to cruise for up to a week at a time.
How much does a MacGregor 22 weigh?
MacGregor 22
| Development | |
|---|---|
| Builder(s) | MacGregor Yacht Corporation |
| Name | MacGregor 22 |
| Boat | |
| Boat weight | 1,800 lb (816 kg) |
How much does a MacGregor 25 weigh?
2,100 lb
MacGregor 25
| Development | |
|---|---|
| Name | MacGregor 25 |
| Boat | |
| Boat weight | 2,100 lb (953 kg) |
| Draft | 5.67 ft (1.73 m) with centerboard down |
How much does a precision 21 weigh?
Precision 21
| Development | |
|---|---|
| Name | Precision 21 |
| Boat | |
| Boat weight | 1,875 lb (850 kg) |
| Draft | 4.67 ft (1.42 m) with centerboard down |
What happened to MacGregor Sailboats?
founder Roger MacGregor has ceased production of the craft and has turned his attention to the construction of custom-built 70-foot MacGregors. The last MacGregor 26 came off the production line on April 24, signifying the end of an era for the best-selling sailboat.
How much does MacGregor 26 weigh?
2,250 lb
MacGregor 26
| Development | |
|---|---|
| Builder(s) | MacGregor Yacht Corporation |
| Name | MacGregor 26 X |
| Boat | |
| Boat weight | 2,250 lb (1,021 kg) |
Does MacGregor still make boats?
Is Precision Boat Works still in business?
Brothers Phil and Richard Porter, who founded Precision Boat Works in 1978, have decided to retire from building boats. Precision has built nearly 5,000 sailboats from 13 feet to 28 feet since 1978.
Can a MacGregor 26 capsize?
Without the water ballast, the boat may not return to an upright position if the boat is tipped more than 50 degrees, and will capsize like most non-ballasted sailboats.
How well does a MacGregor 26x sail?
The MacGregor 26 owners say the boat is tender, and prefer to sail in light winds, seldom over 15 knots, and then only with reduced sail. A few said they sometimes sail 20 knots, but never sail the boat offshore.