Considering Balboa 26 (1978)

[jackvz2000]

I am considering purchase of a Balboa 26...I know little about this boat but like the idea of placing it on a trailer 5 months a year to save slip fees. I plan to primarly single hand it and need to know: is it a stiff hull not given to excessive heeling; do they sail and motor easily; any problems with blisters, etc with '78 year model ? Any other information on these boats would be much appreciated. Thanks and fair winds!

[Tony Caruso]

Definitely stiff hull....she bites hard even on a beam reach under strong wind. Obviously how much sail you have on matters....Excluding extremes "never too much wind, just too much sail...I love my Balboa 26...a 1984 model...Smooth Sailing

[jim hood]

Hello Lane,I read that you are from Paradise. I used to live there and now am in Quincy. I belong to the Chico Y.C. and wonder if you have heard of it. It has a web site if you are interested. I have my Balboa 27, 1978 model at Alameda. Where are you keeping yours? If you are interested I sometime am in need of crew as I go down there to sail once a month or so. If you care to reply try my email at jimfhood@msn.com for a quicker reply. jim