Looking for my first 26M!
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Re: Looking for my first 26M!
Wecome aboard sailor,
As for Blue hulls ,
The classical sea gods (Greek, Roman) were said to be jealous of a blue boat, blue being Poseidon's color, and to this day some Greeks will tell you "Never go to sea in a blue boat" because of that.
Is Poseidon a good god?
Image result for poseidon
Poseidon was god of the sea, earthquakes, storms, and horses and is considered one of the most bad-tempered, moody and greedy Olympian gods.
As for Black hulls,
Dark hulls show abrasion and salt more too. White or off-white is easier to maintain an acceptable finish.
Paint your boat dark if you head north, paint it white if you're planning a trip south.
White hulls here,s why they r faster
Plus when the Sun Radiates & reflects onto to ur White hull the Purity that white light glows Evils run away in the presence of purity as darkness disappears in the presence of the sunlight
So the Sea Gods will always protect U & the Angels will keep ur sails full
Why do I have a flaming skull on my bow & 3 running down each side of my Hull because I,d sooner be chasing the Devil than him chasing me but some how I think I,m losing that battle
J
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Re: Looking for my first 26M!
Highlander wrote: ↑Wed May 11, 2022 9:07 amWecome aboard sailor,
As for Blue hulls ,
The classical sea gods (Greek, Roman) were said to be jealous of a blue boat, blue being Poseidon's color, and to this day some Greeks will tell you "Never go to sea in a blue boat" because of that.
Is Poseidon a good god?
Image result for poseidon
Poseidon was god of the sea, earthquakes, storms, and horses and is considered one of the most bad-tempered, moody and greedy Olympian gods.
Yea yea yea....but what about the BLACK Hull?
--Russ
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Re: Looking for my first 26M!
Just sayn'
Highlander wrote: ↑Wed May 11, 2022 9:07 amWecome aboard sailor,
As for Blue hulls ,
The classical sea gods (Greek, Roman) were said to be jealous of a blue boat, blue being Poseidon's color, and to this day some Greeks will tell you "Never go to sea in a blue boat" because of that.
Is Poseidon a good god?
Image result for poseidon
Poseidon was god of the sea, earthquakes, storms, and horses and is considered one of the most bad-tempered, moody and greedy Olympian gods.
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Re: Looking for my first 26M!
Name ur sea God
Palaemon, a young sea god who aided sailors in distress. Phorcys, god of the hidden dangers of the deep. Pontus, primeval god of the sea, father of the fish and other sea creatures. Poseidon, Olympian god of the sea and king of the sea gods; also god of flood, drought, earthquakes, and horses.
I think the second one is mine !
J
Palaemon, a young sea god who aided sailors in distress. Phorcys, god of the hidden dangers of the deep. Pontus, primeval god of the sea, father of the fish and other sea creatures. Poseidon, Olympian god of the sea and king of the sea gods; also god of flood, drought, earthquakes, and horses.
I think the second one is mine !
J
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Re: Looking for my first 26M!
Thanks to all of you for the replies and insight. Jimmyt....I look forward to our meet also my friend!
So.....seems there's a battle of the minds between the advantages of the 26X and the 26M's. So what actually makes the 26X a superior vessel?
I hope to acquire a MacGregor one day soon and look forward to sharing your knowledge and my experiences with it on the forum! K
So.....seems there's a battle of the minds between the advantages of the 26X and the 26M's. So what actually makes the 26X a superior vessel?
I hope to acquire a MacGregor one day soon and look forward to sharing your knowledge and my experiences with it on the forum! K
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Re: Looking for my first 26M!
I wouldn't say the X or M are superior to the other. They are very similar in basic functionality (motor/sail) with differences in cabin design and cockpit size. The model that's best for you may depend on how you would use the boat.
For example, in shallow waters, a (kick up) centerboard of the X model might work best for accidental grounding where a daggerboard would not kick up.
The M theoretically sails better with its rotating mast.
Each boat has unique benefits.
The main site has a resources link that has brochures of each boat.
https://macgregorsailors.com/resources.html
For example, in shallow waters, a (kick up) centerboard of the X model might work best for accidental grounding where a daggerboard would not kick up.
The M theoretically sails better with its rotating mast.
Each boat has unique benefits.
The main site has a resources link that has brochures of each boat.
https://macgregorsailors.com/resources.html
--Russ
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Re: Looking for my first 26M!
Head location and configuration is a significant difference in my mind. Sliding galley in the M, vs fixed galley in the X is another significant item. In the right hands, I'm not sure one has a huge sailing advantage over the other, but what do I know?
Russ has an excellent point regarding accidental grounding of a swing keel vs fiberglass dagger board.
Russ has an excellent point regarding accidental grounding of a swing keel vs fiberglass dagger board.
Jimmyt
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Re: Looking for my first 26M!
That "kick up" centerboard has saved my bacon more than once. I much prefer the soft "swish" of a centerboard sliding over a sand bar to the jarring stop I would experience with a fixed centerboard. I tend to take the charted depths as more of a hint than as a fixed number.
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Re: Looking for my first 26M!
This is a valid reason for the centerboard Mac. Depth is not an issue for me....but for many boaters...grounding is a serious consideration. This is where the X shines with its kick up board.Be Free wrote: ↑Sat May 14, 2022 9:22 pm That "kick up" centerboard has saved my bacon more than once. I much prefer the soft "swish" of a centerboard sliding over a sand bar to the jarring stop I would experience with a fixed centerboard. I tend to take the charted depths as more of a hint than as a fixed number.
I snagged a cable in my marina. Took a chunk out of my dagger.
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Re: Looking for my first 26M!
Good morning all! In my constant obsession and search for the perfect MacGregor for me, I come across some very interesting options that some MacGregors owners have added to their vessels. So....I'm pretty certain that the image below shows a 26M with......a bow thruster?? Really nice bow pulpit/ladder combination also. Uhhh.....bow thruster?? I have been told that the 26M can be very challenging in a crosswind.
Thoughts?
Thoughts?
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Re: Looking for my first 26M!
I've seriously considered adding one to my boat. Now that I'm used to it, I probably won't.kevinkirby wrote: ↑Thu May 19, 2022 9:43 am Good morning all! In my constant obsession and search for the perfect MacGregor for me, I come across some very interesting options that some MacGregors owners have added to their vessels. So....I'm pretty certain that the image below shows a 26M with......a bow thruster?? Really nice bow pulpit/ladder combination also. Uhhh.....bow thruster?? I have been told that the 26M can be very challenging in a crosswind.
Thoughts?
A bow thruster would be a delight to have. Can you live without it? Sure, but it would definitely make tight maneuvering easier. Only downside is, you're going to need more battery capacity, and you have another system to maintain. But, I would definitely consider it an overall plus when shopping.
I will caveat the above with; AS LONG AS IT HAS ENOUGH THRUST TO CONTROL THE BOW IN A GOOD CROSSWIND. You'll have to determine that during your test sail.
Jimmyt
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Re: Looking for my first 26M!
I,ve seen that boat on Utube I believe it,s in Greece,
I know some guy,s do have an issue & hard time dockin their boats
Just Sayin That,s All
J
I know some guy,s do have an issue & hard time dockin their boats
Just Sayin That,s All
J
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That guy docks just like me!
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Re: Looking for my first 26M!
That’s nothing John; this big boy ended up on a roof.Highlander wrote: ↑Thu May 19, 2022 11:18 am I,ve seen that boat on Utube I believe it,s in Greece,
I know some guy,s do have an issue & hard time dockin their boats
https://i.postimg.cc/PPmjDJrX/da532149bd608970b2674185deef0f77.jpg[/img]
Just Sayin That,s All
J
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