Colgate 26′ (the 26′ means 26 foot)
Trip Highlights
Feel true performance sailing
Enjoy stable, balanced design
Explore shallow-draft destinations
Description
Sailboat performance starts with exceptional design, and the Colgate 26 delivers on all fronts. Its well-balanced construction ensures speed without sacrificing safety. Our Colgate 26 is a shallow-draft version, ideal for exploring areas like the Chesapeake Bay, offering versatility without compromising comfort or performance. The Colgate 26 was designed with careful attention to critical specifications: weight, waterline and overall length, keel depth and weight, sail plan, and both standing and running rigging. These features combine to create “The Boat For All Reasons,” setting a benchmark in its class.
Tour Info
Why take this tour?
Step aboard the Colgate 26 and experience why it’s considered “The Boat For All Reasons.” Designed with precision and balance, this performance sailboat delivers the perfect blend of speed, stability, and safety—ideal for sailors who want a responsive, confidence-building ride.
Our shallow-draft version opens up a world of exploration, letting you easily navigate scenic coastal areas like the Chesapeake Bay without sacrificing comfort or performance. Every detail—from its carefully calculated weight and waterline length to its optimized keel depth, sail plan, and rigging—creates a smooth, exhilarating sailing experience.
Book this tour to feel the difference exceptional design makes and enjoy a sail that sets the standard in its class.
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Price
10 sails per season $2500
5 sails per season $1500
10 sails per season $2500
5 sails per season $1500
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