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Cc 26 Encounter
Designer: C&C  ·  Builder: C&C Yachts  ·  First built: 1978
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About the Cc 26 Encounter

Built by C&C Yachts beginning in 1978, this 26-footer represents the Canadian builder's approach to creating a versatile small cruiser that doesn't sacrifice sailing performance. The Encounter features a modern fin keel with spade rudder configuration that delivers responsive handling and good upwind ability, making it well-suited for both weekend coastal cruising and club racing. With a displacement of 6,120 pounds and 322 square feet of sail area in a masthead sloop rig, the boat strikes a reasonable balance between stability and performance. The relatively low comfort ratio of 18.43 indicates this is more of a daysailer or light cruiser rather than a long-distance passage maker, while the capsize screening value of 2.19 suggests it's best kept in protected to moderate coastal waters. The fiberglass construction and C&C's reputation for solid build quality have helped many of these boats remain active decades after launch. The 10-foot beam provides adequate interior volume for weekend accommodations while keeping the boat trailerable for those seeking mobility between sailing grounds. For sailors seeking an affordable entry into the C&C lineage, the Encounter offers a taste of the builder's racing-influenced design philosophy in a manageable package.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 26.00 ft / 7.92 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 23.00 ft / 7.01 m
Beam 10.00 ft / 3.05 m
Max Draft 3.92 ft / 1.19 m
Displacement 6,120.00 lb / 2,776 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 322.00 ft² / 29.91 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer C&C
Builder C&C Yachts
First Built 1978
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Performance Ratios
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
 15.45
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
 224.55
Comfort Ratio Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
 18.43
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
 2.19
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 6.43 kn
S# (Speed Number) The Speed Number (S#) is a quick performance index. Higher values indicate a faster, more powerful design relative to its size.
Under 3.0 — Slow cruiser3.0–5.0 — Average cruiser5.0–7.0 — Performance cruiserOver 7.0 — Racer
 2.26
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 821.82 pounds/inch
SA/Displacement (Calc) Calculated Sail Area to Displacement ratio using actual measured sail dimensions rather than reported values. More precise than the reported SA/Disp figure. 15.44
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 33.00 ft / 10.06 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 11.50 ft / 3.51 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 27.80 ft / 8.47 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 9.50 ft / 2.90 m
SA Fore 189.75 ft² / 17.63 m²
SA Main 132.05 ft² / 12.27 m²
SA Total (100%) 321.80 ft² / 29.90 m²
Est. Forestay Length 34.95 ft / 10.65 m
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