MacGregor Yacht Corporation · Introduced 1986
MacGregor 26
Designed by Roger MacGregor
About
The MacGregor 26 is the original water-ballasted sail/power hybrid: drain 1,200+ lbs of ballast, retract the centerboard, and a 50–60 hp outboard pushes it at planing speeds. Loved by trailer-sailors who want one boat that cruises, fishes, and tows behind a midsize SUV; criticized by purists for its compromised sailing performance. Over 38,000 built across all MacGregor models.