2010 Seaward 26RK

Step below and you’ll be surprised how much boat is packed into 26 feet. The 26RK’s big windows and light headliner keep the cabin bright, and the generous headroom means you’re not hunched over making coffee. The galley is laid out so you can brace comfortably on either tack, with storage tucked where it’s actually usable underway. Cockpit coamings are high enough for a secure backrest, and the wide side decks make moving forward with a hand on the shrouds feel natural. Under sail, the balanced helm and forgiving sail plan reward light-air tweaking but stay manageable when the breeze pipes up, giving you that “small, handy yacht” feel rather than a typical pocket cruiser compromise.

Waters here often demand a boat that can do a little of everything: sneak into thin coves, hop easily between harbors, and still feel confident when the afternoon breeze builds. The 26RK’s shallow draft with the keel raised lets you explore creek mouths, sandbars, and tucked-away anchorages others avoid, yet you can drop the keel for a reassuring, stiff ride in open stretches. Being trailerable means you’re not locked into one marina or mooring field; haul out for storm season, chase the best seasonal sailing, or store at home. For local conditions that swing between skinny water and choppy fetch, this design is a smart, flexible match.