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Colgate 26

Sloop · Monohull

Designed by Jim Taylor · Built by Colgate · First built 1996

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LOA 25.67  ·  Beam 8.5  ·  Displacement 2800  ·  Sail Area 338  ·  Sloop  ·  Monohull
About the Colgate 26 Sailboat

Unsinkable sailing school boat with solid fiberglass construction and positive foam flotation. Fixed fin keel designed specifically for instructional use.

Dimensions & Specifications
LOA (Length Overall) 25.67
LWL (Waterline Length) 20.0
Beam 8.5
Max Draft 4.5
Displacement 2800
Sail Area (Reported) 338
Design & Construction
Hull Type Monohull
Rigging Type Sloop
Construction Fiberglass
Designer Jim Taylor
Builder Colgate
First Built 1996
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Colgate 26's sail area to displacement ratio?

The Colgate 26 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 27.22. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.

What is the Colgate 26's comfort ratio?

The Colgate 26 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 11.45. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.

Is the Colgate 26 safe for offshore sailing?

The Colgate 26 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.41. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.

What is the hull speed of the Colgate 26?

The theoretical hull speed of the Colgate 26 is 5.99 knots, calculated from its waterline length.

How much does a Colgate 26 weigh?

The Colgate 26 has a displacement of 2800 and a length overall (LOA) of 25.67.

Who designed the Colgate 26?

The Colgate 26 was designed by Jim Taylor, first built in 1996.