Capri 26 1 Chris Craft

Designed by the legendary Sparkman & Stephens and built by Chris-Craft during a brief three-year production run from 1965 to 1967, this 26-footer represents a fascinating chapter in American sailboat manufacturing. With only 90 hulls produced, the Capri 26 stands as a relatively rare find that combines S&S design pedigree with Chris-Craft's renowned fiberglass construction quality. The boat's substantial displacement of 3,920 pounds and generous ballast ratio create impressive stability, while the fin keel with rudder-on-skeg configuration offers good tracking and maneuverability. Her masthead sloop rig delivers a healthy sail area-to-displacement ratio of 19.55, providing spirited performance in moderate conditions. The low comfort ratio of 17.43 suggests she's built more for day sailing and weekend adventures rather than extended cruising. This design excels as a coastal cruiser and club racer, offering the perfect blend of seaworthiness and performance for intermediate sailors. The Sparkman & Stephens lineage ensures refined sailing characteristics, while the solid fiberglass construction promises durability. Her hull speed of 5.84 knots and favorable capsize screening number make her well-suited for protected waters and near-shore sailing, though her substantial build quality suggests capability beyond her size might indicate.

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