Largest trailable Sailboat ?

[Frank C]

The Gemini or Telstar would be the only upgrade for me - otherwise, the 26X is just fine! But the Telstar can make 15 knots, sail or 50 hp outboard ... with that speed under sail, bet I'd use less gas


BTW, Telstar's beam is 8.5' when folded, available with trailer and mast raising system ... ~ $80k!

[DLT]

You can burn a whole lot of gas, even at today's prices, to make up that diffrence...

[Scott]

OK, Im game, I thought we were talking length only. If were talking length X Beam dont forget the Corsair 31






Thats a lotta surface area.

[They Theirs]

That Big Corsair is one awesome looking ride!

[maddmike]

Guys,

Keep in mind I am having the boat built under my supervision in Sri Lanka from HC router components shipped from Australia + twin outboards (no inboard) + rigging & sails from our facility here in Sri Lanka. End result a very cost effective build. FYI, am writing from the transit lounge in Hong Kong on my way back to the US for a couple of weeks, so I'll be off the net until Tues. or Wed. So I'll answer the other stuff then. MM

[wiehan]

Hi MadMike,
Is there any update yet on your Phuket 10 that you are building in Srilanka ? Are you doing this for resale ? What is the price ?

[wiehan]

Take a look at this one: http://www.vivayachts.com/?modul=6&strona=4
What do you think ? I might have found just What I like. It's not that expensive either. They have a viva 26 also.

[James V]

$ 49,000 for hte 26' - 4 knots crusiing speed. Lots of wood inside.
a 9'4" beam is not that trailerable.

[kevin carroll]

I made the switch from a MacGregor 26X to a Gemini 105 about 6 months ago.

I absolutley love the Gemini 105, I like the shallow draft, centerboards that kick up, rudders that are connected to a steerable outdrive. Very easy to singlehand, very stable platform. The room in the master cabin is almost sinful, we do a lot of 'rafting up' in San Diego and the Gemini makes for a perfect platform, plenty of built in shade and lounge areas. I have so much storage, I don't know what to put in them!!.

Best of all was the price on a 2001 IMOP, it is the biggest bang for the buck out there. The 'Culture' of being a 26X owner for almost 4 years drove me to this boat!! Value, Modifications and access to other owners.

Kevin Carroll
Gemini 105 #670
San Diego, CA
Cruise Captain, Venture Yacht Club