Designed by Bruce King and launched in 1972, this compact cruiser represents solid American boatbuilding from Ericson Yachts' golden era. The Ericson 26-2 combines thoughtful design elements that make it particularly well-suited for coastal cruising and weekend adventures, with enough capability for extended passages in capable hands. The boat's fin keel and spade rudder configuration provides responsive handling and good windward performance, while the fractional sloop rig offers versatility and manageable sail handling for small crews. With a displacement of 5,250 pounds and 2,250 pounds of ballast, she carries herself well in varying conditions while remaining light enough for spirited sailing. The generous beam of 9.25 feet creates comfortable interior volume despite the compact 25.75-foot overall length. Bruce King's design philosophy shines through in the boat's balanced proportions and seaworthy characteristics. The moderate draft of 4.92 feet opens up cruising grounds while providing adequate lateral resistance, and the 326 square feet of sail area delivers good light-air performance. With her fiberglass construction and proven track record spanning five decades, the Ericson 26-2 has earned a reputation as a reliable, well-mannered boat that punches above its weight class for both day sailing and coastal cruising adventures.
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What is the Ericson 26 2's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Ericson 26 2 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 17.32. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Ericson 26 2's comfort ratio?
The Ericson 26 2 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 18.17. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Ericson 26 2 safe for offshore sailing?
The Ericson 26 2 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.13. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Ericson 26 2?
The theoretical hull speed of the Ericson 26 2 is 6.27 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Ericson 26 2 weigh?
The Ericson 26 2 has a displacement of 5,250.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 25.75 ft.
How much does a used Ericson 26 2 cost?
Based on 3 recent market listings, used Ericson 26 2 sailboats typically sell for between $3,000 and $13,500, with a median asking price of $4,000. Price varies significantly based on year, condition, location, and included equipment.
Who designed the Ericson 26 2?
The Ericson 26 2 was designed by Bruce King, first built in 1972.