Tripp 26

Designed by renowned naval architect William Tripp III and built by Carroll Marine starting in 1990, this compact 26-footer represents a thoughtful approach to performance-oriented coastal sailing. The boat's most distinctive feature is its lifting keel configuration, which allows the draft to be reduced from the standard 6 feet for shallow water exploration while maintaining excellent upwind performance when fully deployed. With a displacement of just 2,700 pounds and a generous sail area of 344 square feet, the Tripp 26 delivers spirited performance characteristics that favor racing and fast coastal cruising. The fractional sloop rig provides versatility and manageable sail handling, while the relatively high sail area-to-displacement ratio of 28.46 ensures lively sailing in light to moderate conditions. The boat's narrow 8.67-foot beam and substantial 1,000-pound ballast create a stiff, seaworthy platform despite its light displacement. The low comfort ratio of 10.13 and moderate capsize screening value of 2.49 indicate this design prioritizes performance over accommodations, making it ideal for day sailing, club racing, and weekend coastal adventures rather than extended cruising. Carroll Marine's fiberglass construction ensures durability while keeping maintenance requirements reasonable.

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