26XSunsailers -

I am also from Charlotte and looking at getting a MAC in the next year or so. Do you happen to take part in the regattas that they have out on lake norman every saturday and wed? If so, how competitive is it? Also, how do I get some additional information on it??

Thanks!

I have heard a few people recommend getting a transmission cooler for heavier towing needs. About how much does a transmission cooler usually run?

Is this something that the dealer would install or do you have to take it to a specialty marine shop?

I have been researching sailboats for the past few months now and believe that I will soon be in the market for MAC X. As I have been looking around at other boats, I noticed that Catalina built a few swing keels back in the early 80's and I believe they make some today. I was wondering how the Cata...

Everyone - thanks for all your feedback! I am going to purchase a few videos and look for a few of the books you all pointed out. Marc - You mentioned that you recently purchased your Mac. Was it a used boat or a new boat? If you bought it used, how were you able to determine if you were getting a g...

First let me say that I have found this board to be very helpful in learning more about sailing a mac 26. Thanks for all your help! My wife and I were in the beginning stages of boat shopping and were really intrigued with the mac 26. We like the fact that it can be used either as a power boat (her ...