For some time now I've been wondering why there are so few boats designed to appeal to the one-design racer or the day sailor who's ready for cruising accommodations. The sailor I'm talking about is the type who doesn't want to give up 'round-the-buoy racing or those quick after supper/before sundown sails.

I figured there must be hundreds of good sailors out there who can't afford a full-blown cruising boat or don't want one because of the nature of the sailing they do. You know what I mean...primarily day sailing, a few overnights and a schedule of club cruiser. Rather, it calls for a neat compromise between a performance one-design and an easily managed family cruiser.a beautifully finished boat with a big cockpit and low profile that will sleep four and has provisions for a head and galley.

So I took our proven Pearson 26 hull, gave her a new deck, moved the shrouds inboard for closer sheeting and, voila - I had the perfect boat. Everything you need at a desirable price.

Give the new Pearson 26 OD some thought. Mention it to your friends at the Club. Start a fleet. Come Sail With Us.

Sincerely,

Bill Shaw

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