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Stone Horse 26
Designer: S. S. Crocker 1931  ·  Builder: Edey & Duff (Usa)  ·  First built: 1931
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About the Stone Horse 26

Originally designed by renowned naval architect S. S. Crocker in 1931, this classic cutter represents traditional New England craftsmanship at its finest. Built by Edey & Duff over several decades with 150 hulls completed, the Stone Horse 26 exemplifies the timeless appeal of working boat aesthetics combined with excellent seakeeping abilities. The boat's wood and fiberglass construction features a long keel with transom-hung rudder, providing exceptional directional stability and tracking in challenging conditions. With a displacement of 4,490 pounds and 2,000 pounds of ballast, she offers reassuring heft and stability for her size. The cutter rig configuration allows for versatile sail handling and balanced performance across varying wind conditions. Her conservative design priorities make this an ideal coastal cruiser and weekend explorer, though the robust construction and seaworthy characteristics have proven capable of more ambitious passages. The comfort ratio of 24 reflects her motion at sea, while the moderate sail area and deep draft suggest she'll perform best in areas with adequate water depth. This design appeals particularly to sailors who value traditional character, solid construction, and predictable handling over pure speed, making her well-suited for those seeking a reliable, classic cruising companion.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 28.25 ft / 8.61 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 18.33 ft / 5.59 m
Beam 7.08 ft / 2.16 m
Max Draft 3.50 ft / 1.07 m
Displacement 4,490.00 lb / 2,037 kg
Ballast 2,000.00 lb / 907 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 339.00 ft² / 31.49 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long keel w/trans. hung rudder
Rigging Type Cutter
Construction wood/FG
Designer S. S. Crocker 1931
Builder Edey & Duff (USA)
First Built 1931
Number Built 150
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
 246
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
 19.99
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
 44.54
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
 325.47
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
 24
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
 1.72
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. 5.74 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
 1.67
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. 463.71 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. 18.56
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 28.50 ft / 8.69 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 10.50 ft / 3.20 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 25.75 ft / 7.85 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 12.83 ft / 3.91 m
SA Fore 149.63 ft² / 13.90 m²
SA Main 165.19 ft² / 15.35 m²
SA Total (100%) 314.82 ft² / 29.25 m²
Est. Forestay Length 30.37 ft / 9.26 m
Mast Height (DWL) 32.33 ft / 9.85 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Westerbeke
Engine Model Vire
Engine Type Gas
Horsepower 6
Fuel Capacity 5 gals / 19 L
Water Capacity 12 gals / 45 L
LOD 23.33 ft / 7.11 m
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