Seaward 2009

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

 

Sunstream 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

 

Very Clean - You will not be dissapointed!