The CDI furler has enjoyed rave reviews from owners of boats of all sizes.

Macgregor 26 review practical sailor. Hi I am new to sailing but looking for a boat to learn on and eventually to port out of Horta in the Azores for a few years. I want something to sail between the islands but not sure if the MacGregor is the right boat to sail there. It is too small to be a long-distance passagemaker.

Some Propane Dos and Donts - Practical Sailor Theres nothing more satisfying than capping a pleasant day on the water with a good meal be it burgers and dogs on the grill or some fancy culinary. Along came the Macgregor 26 in its various incarnations not only making a 26-footer a genuine trailer-sailer British driveways roads and slipways permitting but also allowing the owners of later versions to motor as fast as a planing powerboat provided they. Despite its modest size and weight the design of this small sailboat is proven.

MacGregor 26x Posted By. The MacGregor 26M is an inexpensive boat and is often a starter boat for new sailors. The company flagship today is the MacGregor 26 an updated version of the 25.

MacGregor 26 - Practical Sailor The MacGregor 26 is not your usual boat. We first reviewed Roger MacGregors water-ballasted trailer sailer in 1987 and while we think our conclusions about construction and performance are still valid weve received many letters from MacGregor owners saying our criticisms--especially our. Many people sail them long distances and enjoy the quick handling characteristics of its design.

A Mac 26 Reviews. Jan 30 2007. Little wonder there have been competitive models introduced to grab some of that lucrative global market.

MacGregors company still family-owned has built some 36000 boats over the decades. It sailed very well in lighter winds up to about 10 knots but in heavier winds 18 - 20 knots it developed weather helm and would heel alot and round up. We tested Hunters Edge 27 last year and now the most recent powersailer.