Raise and lower the mast while under way:
There are lots of bridges, and the best sailing is often on the other side. The mast raising system can be used to handle this problem. Just lower the mast and duck under. For trailering and for going under bridges, you disconnect only the forward mast support wire. The other rigging always remains in place.
MacGregor 26M is specifically designed for trailering. MacGregor uses stay adjusters, rather than turnbuckles, for the wires that support the mast. With masts that are raised and lowered, turnbuckle bending and failure is very common. Stay adjusters are stronger and far more reliable. Also, we bolt the support wires to the mast, rather than using removable "T" fittings that can fall off and allow the wires to tangle up in the trailer wheels when on the road.
MacGregor uses double nicopress fittings on the mast support wires because of their reliability. Swaged fittings have a tendency to crack, and it is impossible to determine their true condition without X-ray. The nicopress fittings, in contrast, are easy to inspect. We have had remarkable success with these fittings over a long period of years. On hang gliders and ultra light aircraft, you will always see nicropress and not swaged fittings. These guys really have their life on the line when choosing hardware.
At one time we used full battened mainsails. We have switched to soft sails for the following reasons: Full battened sails have to be rolled up in a long, bulky tube and take up a lot of room in the boat when stored. The battens press hard against the mast and make the mainsail more difficult to raise and lower. The long battens are subject to breakage when they press hard and chafe against the mast support wires when running downwind. They are heavier, and weight aloft is critical. They make tacking more difficult, and, for a given sail size, they are not as fast as a conventional sail.
One person can raise the mast, launch the boat and sail away in 10 to 15 minutes.
The MacGregor 26 is the perfect boat - on a trailer so no slip fees, no bottom paint or bottom cleaning, no zincs to check and replace, low cost and easy to purchase, lots of interior room for entertaining guests!
This boat is equiped with the following options:
Disc Brakes for Trailer (required in California) $489
Jib 130 Sq Ft (Including Cars and Track) $395
Roller Furling System, C.D.I. #FF2 with Harken cam cleat $595
Mast Raising System, supports, block & tackle, pole, hardware $135
Roller Furling Mainsail $2990
Mail Halyard led aft to cockpit $150
Steering Linkage Bar (Needed for 50 hp only) $55
Evenrude E-Tec 60hp with special prop $7583
Steering Linkage Bar (Needed for 50 hp only) $55
Engine Installation $750
12 Gallon Fuel Tank, w/deck strap downs $250
Boarding and Swim Ladder $155
Dual Battery System, with 4 Way Switch $275
Dealer Preparation $550
Check the additional options you would like on your MacGregor 26:
Dark Blue Hull/White Stripe - Limited Edition $390
Disc Brakes for Trailer (required in California) $489
Genoa 208 Sq Ft (Including Cars and Track) $521
Jib 130 Sq Ft (Including Cars and Track) $395
Roller Furling System, C.D.I. #FF2 with Harken cam cleat $595
Roller Furling Mainsail $2990
Cruising Spinnaker, with sheets $475
Vang (for better control of mainsail shape) $69
Main Slugs (Not recommended for most) $100
Mail Halyard led aft to cockpit $150
Mast Raising System, supports, block & tackle, pole, hardware $135
Steering Linkage Bar (Needed for 50 hp only) $55
Evenrude E-Tec 60hp with special prop $7583
Professional Installation, by MDR Yacht & Electrical $750
(2) 12 Gallon Fuel Tanks, w/deck strap downs $250
Self Contained Marine Head, 2.8 gallon holding tank $98
Large Capacity Marine Head, 5.2 gallon holding tank $165
(add for deck pump-out, large head only) $150
Built-In Counter Top Alcohol Stove, stainless steel $290
Pressure Water at Sink, including tank $750
Aft Deck Shower, including tank $300
Cockpit Seat Cushions $190
Custom Cockpit Sunshade $575
Boarding and Swim Ladder $155
Dual Battery System, with 4 Way Switch $275
Shorepower 120V w/built-in battery charger and two double plug outlets $290
12 Volt Outlet (Cigarette lighter) each $75
Mainsail Cover, Sunbrella $250
Furler Cover, Sunbrella $190
VHF Radio, mounted inside with stern mounted antenna $495
Marine AM/FM Stereo/CD player, 2 Speakers $590
Fishing Rod Holder each $50
Spare Tire, Rim and Bracket $220
Coast Guard Gear $290
Large Anchor, with chain and line $150
Compass, with light $150
Dealer Preparation $550
GPS call for price
Autohelm call for price
Inverter call for price
SCUBA gear package- call for price
Fishing gear package - call for price
Sailing lessons - call for price
Contact Randall Burg to view this fine yacht, 310 493 3366
Four California offices to better serve your boating needs:
Marina del Rey office - 310 493 3366 or 310 574 9449(Corp. Office)
Newport office - 310 493 3366 or 877 297 3831
San Diego office- 310 493 3366 or 877 297 3831
Richmond office- 510-232 1490
Florida Toll-free: 877-297-3831
A special note from RANDALL BURG-
Thank you for your interest in this yacht. Having owned boats for over 45 years and currently own five boats, I am fortunate to have the opportunity do what I love – play with and sell boat and assist other who want to live their dreams.
Whether you are a buyer or a seller, my experienced sales staff will be a huge benefit to you. There is nothing like experience when working with a yacht brokerage and its’ sales and management staff – only one of the reasons why we have over 150 boats listed for sale – AND - we are succeeding and growing during these unique economic times.
THE RANDALL BURG YACHT AND SHIP DIFFERENCE:
* Financing- Because we are a licensed State of California Loan Broker, we search out the very best loan program available for your boat and your financial situation.
* We listen to and we take care of our clients boating needs!
* We have both In-House training and outside Licensed Captains for Training.
* Mobile service - We can recommend to you the best Independent Mobile Yacht Service companies and suppliers in the West. We take NO FEES for their services.
* Deals and Steals – Ask about our list of boats owned by Highly Motivated Sellers
* Slip Locator – we know the Dockmasters and where the available slips are in marinas from San Diego to San Francisco and East in the Delta!
* Our four On-The-Water offices in Marina del Rey, Newport, San Diego, Richmond and the office opening soon in The Delta, open 7 days a week, give our Brokerage the advantage of “Eyes On the Ground” for better understanding of each market and boats available throughout all of California. Our salesman in each area have pocket listings – boats that have yet to reach the market!
* In-House graphics and sign shop for superior marketing for your boat!
* In-House charter company - International Filmboat and Charter Company.
* Our brokers and salesman have “experienced it all” and are ready to apply their craft, be it writing a great offer for you, assisting in the survey process, arranging financing and insurance, reviewing sales tax options, maintenance and ownership expenses, locating a slip, delivery of your boat after the purchase, and creating a training program specific to you and your new boat!
Thank You,
Randall Burg
Call our Marina del Rey office to see this new 2009 fully loaded 26M MacGregor! Demo boat on our Marina del Rey lot - call to arrange a demo ride! 310 574 9449
