Description
The Seaward 26RK is one of the most versatile "pocket cruisers" you will find. With her lifting keel offering draft from 15" to 6', inboard diesel, modern efficient sailplan, high aspect foils and roomy, comfortable interior, she is the complete package. And she is easily trailerable!
This Seaward is a two-owner boat that has been meticulously maintained and is now available.
Manufacturer Provided Description
The Seaward 26RK is a boat unlike any other. Because her keel and rudder adjust vertically, she has a unique personality, and surprising sailing abilities. The first thing you should know is that her draft varies from fifteen inches to six feet. The keel can be positioned anywhere within its range so you're able to adjust draft to suit the water depth and wind conditions you're sailing in. The keel is electrically powered and moves vertically much like a daggerboard and is controlled from the cockpit. It has its lead ballast in a 'torpedo' bulb at its lower tip where it can have the greatest impact on the boat's stability. The rudder is adjusted vertically as well and provides excellent control in all water depths. While the high aspect ratio keel is acknowledged to be the perfect performance shape, it's downside, until the Seaward 26RK, has been its lack of versatility. A conventional high aspect fin keel required that you do your sailing in deep water, keep your boat in a slip, and have it lifted onto a trailer when transporting. We've changed all that. At the other end of the spectrum are boats specifically designed for shallow water sailing. They typically have low aspect keels (long in the fore-and-aft dimension, and short in the vertical dimension) that have enough wetted surface to slow down two boats, and shallow keels so that no meaningful leverage can be gained by their ballast to keep them on their feet. We've changed all that as well. Almost any sailboat can be trailered. The reality is that most trailerable boats, once in the water, aren't very good sailors. That's due to their designer's emphasis on ease of towing and launching at the expense of performance and stability. Consequently, when most people think of trailerable sail boats, what comes to mind are lightly built boats that don't distinguish themselves on the water. We're almost hesitant to mention our boat's excellent trailerability for fear of guilt by association. We're not them. Our boat is an excellent trailerable because of our keel, not despite it. And it performs quite nicely. It sails close to the wind, stands up to its sail plan, has good speed, is stable at rest, and is a pleasure to sail. We're confident you'll see her just as we do... a great 26-footer that does it all and does it well. She's comfortable in cockpit and cabin and well suited for a young family or mature couple, with sleeping accommodations for two adults and two children. Below decks she's bright, airy and straightforward. She has eight opening ports and a v-berth deck hatch. On deck, things are uncomplicated and user friendly. Sail control lines are led to the cockpit, and side decks are wide and secure.
Standard Equipment
Electric vertically retracting keel
Vertically retracting rudder
Fully battened, full-roached mainsail with reef points
110 percent Hank-on jib
Internal halyards and outhauls
Mast light
Molded sheer stripe (gel coat)
Painted bootstripe (Imron)
Iso-NPG gelcoat
Heavy anodized aluminum strike rail
Bowsprit with anchor roller
Running lights
Walk-through transom
Stainless cleats (3), four bolt style
Deck hatch (1)
Andersen winches - 2 sheet, 1 halyard, all #10
Two-line rope clutch
Genoa tracks and blocks
Private head compartment
Diamond pattern non-skid surfaces on deck
Molded structural headliner
Electric circuit breaker panel
12 volt cabin lights (4)
20 gallon fresh water supply
Galley sink
Galley ice box
Cups and plates in recessed holder
Swing-up/down dinette table
Non-metallic opening ports with screens (8)
Sunbrella fabric on interior cushions
Fabric curtains for privacy in head and v-berth
Open interior layout (no interior bulkhead except head compartment side walls)
Stainless gunnel trim
Additional Equipment
Boom Vang
New Batteries
New Yanmar Control Panel
Life Jackets Four (4} Pac
Inflatable PFD with Harness
First Aid Kit
Flare Gun with Flares
Winch Crank Handle
West Marine Boat Pole with Hook
Fenders
Boat Cleaning Products with Pail
Deck Brushes with Handle
Extra Lanyards, Lines
Inboard Power Cord (110 Volt)
Optional Equipment from Seaward
Yanmar 2YM15 14hp inboard diesel - fresh water cooled – New 2021
Wheel steering
Stern rail with seats
Self tailing winches
135% genoa with sun cover
Privacy door on head
Compass
Ceramic marine head with holding tank
Origo single burner alcohol stove – Never Used
SS water heater – Never Used
Pressure water system – Never Used
Shore power with 30amp cord
Plow anchor
Cockpit cushions
Cockpit table
Boarding ladder
Battery charger
Group 24 starting battery
Group 31 house battery
Mast raising system
Mast crutch
Lazy jacks
Mainsail cover and Stack Pack
Bilge pump with ice box drain
Cockpit coaming storage boxes
Su;nstream Float Lift
The 6,000 lb. Capacity Floating Hydraulic Lift is available at additional cost. The lift is completely self-contained and is easily moved. It can be installed in just about any floating or fixed slip. Simply position the lift in the slip and tie it in as you would your boat. The lift was approximately $20,000.00 new. Asking $7,900.00
Broker's Comments
This is a two owner 2009 Seaward 26 RK in very nice condition. The vessel was not damaged during Hurricane Ian. The owner must sell as the docks are being replaced and the vessels are required to relocate for approximately 1 year. New Yanmar Diesel - 2021
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
