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Super Seal 26
Designer: Ron Holland  ·  Builder: John Baker Ltd./Parker Yachts (Uk)  ·  First built: 1981
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About the Super Seal 26

A compact and capable pocket cruiser, the Super Seal 26 is a sailboat that appeals to sailors looking for an accessible and manageable vessel for coastal and near-shore sailing. Designed with simplicity in mind, boats of this size and class typically strike a balance between comfortable daysailing and weekend cruising, making the Super Seal 26 a practical choice for those stepping up from smaller dinghies or seeking a more intimate sailing experience. While detailed specifications for this model are limited, the Super Seal 26 carries the reputation of a sturdy and approachable boat suited to a range of conditions. Its modest size lends itself to easy single-handed or short-handed sailing, and the manageable proportions make it an attractive option for sailors who prioritize ease of handling without sacrificing the character of a true keelboat. For buyers researching a first cruising sailboat or a relaxed coastal companion, the Super Seal 26 deserves a closer look. Prospective owners are encouraged to seek out owner forums and class associations for firsthand accounts of performance and livability.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 26.00 ft / 7.92 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 23.33 ft / 7.11 m
Beam 9.25 ft / 2.82 m
Max Draft 5.50 ft / 1.68 m
Displacement 5,000.00 lb / 2,268 kg
Ballast 2,251.00 lb / 1,021 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Lifting Keel
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Ron Holland
Builder John Baker Ltd./Parker Yachts (UK)
First Built 1981
Last Built 1894
Number Built 15
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Performance Ratios
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
45.02
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
175.78
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. 4.62 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 1.25 ft / 0.38 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 10.50 ft / 3.20 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 324.00 ft² / 30.10 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 175.78
How It Compares

vs. Impulse 26, Raven 26, Victoria 26

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Dimensions
LOA
Super Seal 26 ★
26.0 ft
Impulse 26
26.0 ft
Raven 26
26.0 ft
Victoria 26
26.0 ft
LWL
Super Seal 26 ★
23.3 ft
Impulse 26
21.6 ft
Raven 26
21.0 ft
Victoria 26
21.3 ft
Beam
Super Seal 26 ★
9.3 ft
Impulse 26
8.4 ft
Raven 26
8.8 ft
Victoria 26
8.2 ft
Displacement
Super Seal 26 ★
5 lbs
Impulse 26
2 lbs
Raven 26
5 lbs
Victoria 26
6 lbs
Ballast
Super Seal 26 ★
2 lbs
Impulse 26
1 lbs
Raven 26
2 lbs
Victoria 26
3 lbs
Sail Area
Super Seal 26 ★
Impulse 26
327 sq ft
Raven 26
325 sq ft
Victoria 26
337 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Super Seal 26 ★
Impulse 26
135 s/nm
Raven 26
Victoria 26
237 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Super Seal 26 ★
Impulse 26
26.7
Raven 26
17.8
Victoria 26
15.1
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Super Seal 26 ★
45.0 %
Impulse 26
Raven 26
48.0 %
Victoria 26
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Super Seal 26 ★
Impulse 26
10.9
Raven 26
19.1
Victoria 26
28.2
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Super Seal 26 ★
Impulse 26
2.41
Raven 26
2.05
Victoria 26
1.73
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Super Seal 26 ★
175
Impulse 26
Raven 26
241
Victoria 26
Hull Speed
Super Seal 26 ★
Impulse 26
6.2 kts
Raven 26
6.1 kts
Victoria 26
6.2 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Super Seal 26 ★
Impulse 26
5.2
Raven 26
Victoria 26
1.5
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