Ixneigh wrote: ↑Wed Sep 10, 2025 4:02 am I know the ion dissipators are said not to work, but I do see them at the tops of power poles sometimes. I keep a ss whip up there anyway.
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I have also heard that those ion dissipators are useless, but I'm going to put one on the mast anyways!

Or for a distinct Australian theme (with true honest respect to aboriginal lore) Babanginy (Lightning man) Benar (Lightning or Meteor) Waugal (the rainbow serpent creator being known as the Waugal is believed to dominate the earth and sky and produce thunder, lightning, and rain) Malu (Lightning or...

Yowsers! I have questions. Did you have a stainless whip antenna on the mast? Was there any damage in the front or rear berth areas? Was the water ballast in? Was the ballast tank punctured? Was the factory mast light on? In s Florida lightning is never far away Ix Did you have a stainless whip ant...

Yes, it's a real bummer, as she was in great shape and was a lot of fun for the past five years....will sure miss the :macm: . Sure paid off having full insurance coverage! I will never underestimate the power of lightning, it is incredibly powerful. Curious about your insurance claim experience. W...

Yes, it's a real bummer, as she was in great shape and was a lot of fun for the past five years....will sure miss the . Sure paid off having full insurance coverage! I will never underestimate the power of lightning, it is incredibly powerful.

Looks like God has decided for me Lol. My 26M was struck by lightning, while on her mooring. Out of 40 other sailboats, mine was the chosen one :D . The lightning struck the top of the mast, destroyed the entire electrical system, lighting, and all electronics. And then exited via the hull on both p...

Wow! A lot of great feedback and stories, wasn't expecting it...thank you all! Still digging my 26M, and have more appreciation for her now Lol. Still looking for that perfect small sailboat for evening sails, but in my search, came across a nice Catalina 250 wing keel for sale nearby. What a beauty...

Macsailing wrote: ↑Tue Aug 06, 2024 8:17 am Ok 26m experts, i need some help

My 2010 26m with suzuki 70hp will now only go about 16mph,

I have a 2008 Suzuki 70hp on my 26M, 16mph has always been my max speed.

And Most Importantly: It's Paid For 8) ! Yes! Mine too, which is a huge factor. This thread, and my own reality check, has actually made me appreciate my boat even more. I'm currently looking around for a sailboat between 12-16' that I can sail in a reservoir very close to home; in which I can hone...

Outlander - I see you've got "Calgary" as your location. I'm not sure if that's where you have your boat but if it is, I can see how your mind might drift to one of those Prairie Schooners. https://i.postimg.cc/XZkg46H5/Prairie-Schooner.jpg Good one! Yes, very limited for lakes in souther...

Every time I get on my boat and look at my neighbors slightly larger "real" boat. Then I think of how Rodger kept the costs down which includes keeping the maint. costs down, and wonder why my neighbors boat is for sale. Very possible they can not afford to change/fix the motor, they prob...

Nope. I get my “true sailboat” fix with my friend’s boats. We just spent our second day hauling one of our buddies up the mast to change the upper sheaves for his internal halyards. Same guy lost a mooring line in a storm a few weeks back, and bashed the teak rub rail up. Last regatta I helped out ...

By "true" boat, I am assuming the OP is talking about a traditional keel boat that could be considered a "blue water" boat. I own a 26S, but I think the principle is the same. Yes, but not necessarily blue water….something like a Catalina 25 (swing), Seaward 26, Precision 23, et...

Wow! Thanks a lot for all the excellent and thoughtful feedback and suggestions. The reality is, I love my 26M and I'm a fair weather sailor these days. Plus, my wife and I often go out after work for a sunset motor cruise around the lake, while enjoying charcuterie and wine. As a few of you mention...

Hello, Long time lurker here, I have gained a ton of great knowledge from this forum over the years. I sold my San Juan 21 four years ago and bought a 26M (wanted something bigger to say overnight, etc), which I had wanted to own for many years. Now in my fourth season, I have made probably every po...