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Tabasco 26
Designer: Håkan Södergren  ·  Builder: Tabasco Marine  ·  First built: 1984
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About the Tabasco 26

Compact, capable, and built for those who want to get serious about sailing without stepping up to a larger vessel, the Tabasco 26 is a trailerable keelboat that has found a following among club racers and coastal cruisers alike. Designed with an emphasis on performance, this boat carries the kind of responsive handling that rewards attentive sailors while remaining approachable enough for those still developing their skills on the water. With its modest footprint, the Tabasco 26 suits weekend sailing, inshore racing circuits, and relaxed coastal passages where simplicity and maneuverability are valued over long-range bluewater capability. The design reflects a practical balance between speed and comfort, making it a versatile choice for sailors who want one boat that can wear multiple hats across a season. Documentation on this model is relatively limited, which can make researching it a challenge, but its enduring presence in regional sailing communities speaks to a loyal ownership base. Prospective buyers would be well served connecting with current owners to gain firsthand insight into her quirks, maintenance demands, and overall sailing character.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 25.92 ft / 7.90 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 22.31 ft / 6.80 m
Beam 8.14 ft / 2.48 m
Max Draft 4.92 ft / 1.50 m
Displacement 4,078.00 lb / 1,850 kg
Ballast 1,653.00 lb / 750 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Håkan Södergren
Builder Tabasco Marine
First Built 1984
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Performance Ratios
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
16.49
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
2.04
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. 6.33
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
3.78
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. 648.89
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 31.5
J (Foretriangle Base) 10.17
P (Mainsail Luff) 33.46
E (Mainsail Foot) 11.15
SA Fore 160.18
SA Main 186.54
How It Compares

vs. Corby 26, Impulse 26, S2 79

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Dimensions
LOA
Tabasco 26 ★
25.9 ft
Corby 26
25.9 ft
Impulse 26
26.0 ft
S2 79
25.9 ft
LWL
Tabasco 26 ★
22.3 ft
Corby 26
Impulse 26
21.6 ft
S2 79
21.7 ft
Beam
Tabasco 26 ★
8.1 ft
Corby 26
8.2 ft
Impulse 26
8.4 ft
S2 79
9.0 ft
Displacement
Tabasco 26 ★
4 lbs
Corby 26
4 lbs
Impulse 26
2 lbs
S2 79
4 lbs
Ballast
Tabasco 26 ★
1 lbs
Corby 26
1 lbs
Impulse 26
1 lbs
S2 79
1 lbs
Sail Area
Tabasco 26 ★
Corby 26
Impulse 26
327 sq ft
S2 79
329 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Tabasco 26 ★
Corby 26
12.9
Impulse 26
26.7
S2 79
20.1
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Tabasco 26 ★
Corby 26
39.8 %
Impulse 26
S2 79
39.4 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Tabasco 26 ★
16.5
Corby 26
19.9
Impulse 26
10.9
S2 79
15.3
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Tabasco 26 ★
2.04
Corby 26
Impulse 26
2.41
S2 79
2.23
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Tabasco 26 ★
Corby 26
207
Impulse 26
S2 79
186
Hull Speed
Tabasco 26 ★
6.3 kts
Corby 26
6.3 kts
Impulse 26
6.2 kts
S2 79
6.2 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Tabasco 26 ★
3.8
Corby 26
Impulse 26
5.2
S2 79
3.2
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