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Twister 26
Designer: Robert Rogiński  ·  Builder: Twister Yachts  ·  First built: 2014
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About the Twister 26

A compact and capable British sailing yacht, the Twister 26 has built a quiet but loyal following among sailors who appreciate a well-mannered boat that punches above its size. Designed with a focus on practical coastal and inshore cruising, this vessel offers a reassuring combination of stability and responsiveness that appeals to both developing sailors and experienced hands looking for an uncomplicated weekend escape. The Twister 26 carries the hallmarks of traditional British yacht design — a sturdy, seaworthy hull that inspires confidence in variable conditions, combined with a cockpit layout suited to short-handed sailing. Her manageable proportions make her an accessible choice for those new to boat ownership without sacrificing the character and sea-keeping ability that keep sailors coming back season after season. While detailed specifications can be limited in publicly available sources, the Twister 26 is generally regarded as a rewarding club racer and coastal cruiser that balances simplicity with genuine sailing performance. For buyers seeking an entry into keelboat ownership without compromise on build quality or heritage, she represents a compelling option worth investigating further.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 25.59 ft / 7.80 m
Beam 9.51 ft / 2.90 m
Max Draft 4.76 ft / 1.45 m
Min Draft 1.31 ft / 0.40 m
Displacement 5,732.02 lb / 2,600 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 365.97 ft² / 34.00 m²
Headroom 6.07 ft / 1.85 m
Design & Construction
Hull Type Swing Keel
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction GRP
Designer Robert Rogiński
Builder Twister Yachts
First Built 2014
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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
18.34
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
2.13
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Twister 26 ★
25.6 ft
Contessa 26
25.5 ft
Etap 23Il
25.5 ft
Hunter 26
25.6 ft
LWL
Twister 26 ★
Contessa 26
20.0 ft
Etap 23Il
20.3 ft
Hunter 26
22.0 ft
Beam
Twister 26 ★
9.5 ft
Contessa 26
7.5 ft
Etap 23Il
8.2 ft
Hunter 26
8.8 ft
Displacement
Twister 26 ★
5 lbs
Contessa 26
5 lbs
Etap 23Il
3 lbs
Hunter 26
4 lbs
Ballast
Twister 26 ★
Contessa 26
2 lbs
Etap 23Il
1 lbs
Hunter 26
1 lbs
Sail Area
Twister 26 ★
365 sq ft
Contessa 26
233 sq ft
Etap 23Il
312 sq ft
Hunter 26
268 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Twister 26 ★
Contessa 26
219 s/nm
Etap 23Il
Hunter 26
213 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Twister 26 ★
18.3
Contessa 26
12.2
Etap 23Il
22.1
Hunter 26
14.8
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Twister 26 ★
Contessa 26
Etap 23Il
30.3 %
Hunter 26
38.8 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Twister 26 ★
Contessa 26
26.3
Etap 23Il
14.7
Hunter 26
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Twister 26 ★
2.13
Contessa 26
1.71
Etap 23Il
2.17
Hunter 26
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Twister 26 ★
Contessa 26
Etap 23Il
182
Hunter 26
205
Hull Speed
Twister 26 ★
Contessa 26
6.0 kts
Etap 23Il
6.0 kts
Hunter 26
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Twister 26 ★
Contessa 26
1.3
Etap 23Il
2.7
Hunter 26
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