Superstition 26 SUPERBLY UPGRADED, EXCELLENT CONDITION!


The Superstition 26 is a highly regarded design known for its impressive sailing performance, responsive handling, and efficient hull shape. Originally designed for serious offshore racing, with plenty of space for weekends away cruising with family and friends, they have stood the test of time. Ideal for anyone from a novice learning the ropes, through to a competitive twilight racer, they remain highly sort after. "Superstition" is the original of the design and was used to produce the fibreglass production models, giving it a unique place in the design's history. It showcases the hull form exactly as intended, with excellent upwind capability, good speed, and predictable manners across a range of conditions. Superbly built of cold moulded double diagonal King Billy Pine, sheathed in Dynel and Epoxy for strength and longevity, it presents in excellent condition through out. "Superstition" also benefited from a major refit in 2023 including NEW STANDING AND RUNNING RIGGING, NEW MAINSAIL AND HEADSAIL, FULL RE-WIRE OF THE 12V ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PLUS UPGRADED ELECTRONICS, FULL RE-PAINT OF THE INTERIOR, NEW INTERIOR BUNK CUSHIONS, TOP SIDES REPAINTED, the list goes on. With its full history from 1975 known, its impressive pedigree, and superb presentation, "Superstition" is ready for her next adventure. Whether you want to explore the stunning waters of Southern Tasmania or experience the thrill of twilight or social racing, this charming vessel can do it all in style and comfort!

Stepping inside, the build quality of this vessel is immediately apparent. The stunning inlaid floorboards, traditional timber trims and clean white finishes create and traditional and welcoming ambience. To starboard is a generous settee, with plenty of space to relax in comfort. Opposite is the inline galley, complete with a camping style gas stove, stainless steel sink with fresh water, and plenty of storage. The accommodation is idea for weekends away, with plenty of space for friends and family. Forward is a generous double V-berth, there is a single settee berth in the saloon and a quarter berth aft. The package is complete with a marine toilet and vanity.

Outside, the cockpit is well set up for easy short handed sailing with the primary winches, and mainsheet in easy reach of the helm. The quality boom bag with lazy jacks makes raising and lowering the mainsail a breeze, and most lines are lead aft to the cockpit for easy handling. The sailing performance of this vessel is sure to delight even the most seasoned sailor, and the vessel is easily managed in all conditions. The teak decks are in excellent condition, and there is easy access forward around the wide side decks.

The vessel is powered by a well maintained and reliable Yanmar 2GM2020 16HP Diesel engine. This provides easy and economical cruising at 5 knots.

Beautifully presented, significantly upgraded, and ready to be enjoyed, "Superstition" presents a great opportunity to enjoy sailing at its finest for a minimal investment. Whether you want to cruise, race, or simply learn to sail on a superbly built yacht, this is a chance to turn your sailing dreams into reality!
For more information please call:
Jo Breen
Stuart Watson
Jack Allison

Derwent Boat Sales offers the information on this vessel including condition, in good faith as provided by the Owner/Vendor. While confident about the accuracy we cannot Guarantee or Warrant it but will assist any prospective purchaser verify this as part of the purchase process.

Region
Tasmania
Location
Hobart TAS
Reference
Superstition100626
Usage
Family, Cruising, Racing
Launch Year
1975
Hull
Composite Cold Moulded Double Diagonal King Billy sheathed in epoxy and dynel
Designer
Graeme Dineen
Builder
Alan James Hardman
Length
26' 0" - 7.93m
Beam
2.7m
Draft
1.63m
Keel / Ballast
Lead fin keel
Deck Material
Teak Decks over Marine Ply
Engine Make
Yanmar
Engine
Yanmar 2GM2020 16HP 2 Cylinder Diesel Engine NEW 2023 Starter Motor
Horsepower
16HP
Power Source
Diesel
Engine Hours
Unknown
Cruise Speed
5 Knots
Drive Type
Inboard Shaft Drive
Genset
Shaft Drive
Fuel
35L
Water
50L in water bladder
Accommodation
Excellent accommodation for weekends away with family and friends! It includes a generous double V-berth forward, single settee berth in the saloon, and quarter berth aft. All mattresses and upholstery was NEW 2023, and the interior also had a full re-paint that year. It is beautifully presented and ready to be enjoyed!
Berths
4
Galley
Galley to port featuring a camping style gas stove, stainless steel sink with fresh water, Icebox, and excellent storage.
Refrigeration
Icebox
Stove
Camping gas stove
Toilet
Lavac Marine Manual Toilet
Covers
Storm Bay Sails Boombag with lazy jacks
Tiller Cover
Ground Tackle
CQR Anchor with chain and warp
Fabricated stainless steel bow roller or anchoring and mooring
Safety Gear
Life Ring in stainless steel holder
Bilge Pumps
Electric Rule 500GPH bilge pump with float switch plus Seaflo Bilge Pump
Epirb
Ocean Signal GPS Rescue ME EPIRB
Flares
Sirius Signal EVDS SOS Distress Light
Fire Protection
Fire Extinguisher
Electrics
12V System throughout
2023 Full professional 12V re-wire with new switchboard and breakers etc
NEW 2022 12V AGM House Battery
NEW 2022 12V AGM Engine Start Battery
NEW 2023 Renogy Voyager Flexible Solar Panel with regulator
Electronics
NEW 2023 Standard Horizon Eclipse GX1400 VHF Radio
NEW 2023 Raymarine i40 Depth Sounder
LED Mast deck light
Navigation lights
NEW 2023 Plastimo Contest 130 Helm Compass
Sail Inventory
NEW 2023 Mainsail
NEW 2023 Headsail
Storm Jib
Spinnaker
(All sails are in excellent condition)
Mast / Rigging
Aluminium Mast with NEW 2026 Mast Step
NEW 2023 Stainless Steel Standing Rigging
NEW 2023 Running Rigging
Aluminium Boom


ABOUT THE DEALER

Derwent Boat Sales
Derwent Sailing Squadron Office:
23 Marieville Esplanade, Sandy Bay
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Oyster Cove Marina, Kettering
Hobart
TAS 7005 Australia






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