Are MacGregor Sailboats still made?

founder Roger MacGregor has ceased production of the craft and has turned his attention to the construction of custom-built 70-foot MacGregors. The last MacGregor 26 came off the production line on April 24, signifying the end of an era for the best-selling sailboat.

Is MacGregor yachts still in business?

While most of these were the smaller pocket cruisers and larger trailerable models, it also made about 100 of the M-65 model during its 8 year production run, making it the most successful luxury yacht ever made. Roger MacGregor retired in 2013, closing the Costa Mesa factory and ending production.

Who owns the boat meteor?

John Risley
METEOR Yacht • Royal Huisman • 2007 • Built for John Risley

Are MacGregor Sailboats good?

Having owned and sailed a 26S extensively for three years, it indeed sails fairly well and lives up to its reputation of being a roomy and easily trailered pocket cruiser. This sailboat can meet most budgetary needs and has room enough for a family of three to cruise for up to a week at a time.

What kind of boat is the MacGregor 26 m?

2010 Macgregor 26M These boats are quite amazing as it is possible to sail or even water-ski behind her. She is on a twin axle trailer and her rigging can be raised single handed.

How big is the MacGregor catamaran in feet?

MacGregor has also built a 36-foot (11 m) catamaran, and a 65-foot (20 m) yacht. The final model produced was the MacGregor 26M, a 26-foot (7.9 m) trailerable sailboat, which is now under production as the Tattoo 26. The 26M had the ability to mount up to a 60 horsepower (45 kW) outboard motor.

What can you do with a MacGregor sailboat?

Its high speed under power lets you get to cruising waters that are out of reach for a conventional six mph sailboat. You can live on this boat on land or on the water. Launch the boat, anchor in a quiet cove, and you can be as far away from the world as you want to be.

How big is the MacGregor tattoo sailboat?

The final model produced was the MacGregor 26 M, a 26-foot (7.9 m) trailerable sailboat, which is now under production as the Tattoo 26. The 26M had the ability to mount up to a 60 horsepower (45 kW) outboard motor.