1981 ISLAND PACKET 26 MK1

Description

Ready to sail and fully equipped. This Island Packet has a Yanmar inboard diesel engine, roller furled jib, Bimini and everything needed to start your sailing adventure.
Originally called simply Island Packet and built by Traditional Watercraft, a company founded by Bob Johnson. Johnson had purchased the original tooling for the Bombay Express 26.
A significantly modified version, the Island Packet MKII, (later Island Packet 26 MKII) was introduced in 1982 when Bob Johnson and partners formed Island Packet Yachts.
Island Packet has been well recognized for its quality. It was the first U.S. sailboat builder (and still one of too few) to be certified under the strict new CE certification standards.
The International Marine Certification Institute has awarded the entire range of Island Packet models its highest rating - Category-A, Ocean, meaning the boats qualify for 'unlimited offshore use.'
It is an extremely thorough process that examines not only design and engineering but also construction and equipment details.
FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS:
Hull Type: Keel/Centerboard
Rig Type: Cutter
LOA - 30' 00" / 9.14m.
LWL - 24' 08" / 7.34 m.
Beam - 10.50' / 3.20 m.
Draft (max) 6.50' / 1.98
Draft (min) 2.33' / 0.71 m.
Displacement: 8000lbs. / 3629 kgs
Ballast: 2750 lbs. / 1247 kgs.
SA/Disp: 16.09
Bal./Disp.: 34.36%
Disp./Len.: 255.78
Designer: Walter Scott/Bob Johnson
Traditional Watercraft/Island Packet
Construct.: Fiberglass
Water Tank: 30 gals. / 114 ltrs.
Fuel Tank: 18 gals. / 68 ltrs.
SAIL AREA:
Main - 195.00 sq ft. / 18.12 sq m.
KEY FEATURES:
 CE Certified: All models meet or exceed the highest available independent rating - Category "A" - Ocean.
 Best in industry, 3-year stem to stern limited warranty.
 Exclusive Full Foil Keel for an unrivaled combination of performance, seakeeping, safety, control, and comfort.
 Hull and keel design minimizes fouling and impact damage to keel, rudder, and prop.
 One piece, hand laminated, solid fiberglass hull, and keel resulting in the strongest possible construction.
 Triaxial knitted laminate integration for superior strength and impact resistance.
 Moderate draft allowing for access to wider range of cruising grounds.
 Low, generous tank storage makes for added interior stowage and enhanced stability.
 Full roller furling sail systems with controls leading to the cockpit. Hoyt boom provides improved performance and control.
 Recessed foredeck for on-deck security.
 Patented Sea Safe anchor rollers and integral bow platform: fully captive, low chafe chain/rode guides, quick anchor deployment, and secure stowage.
EXCLUSIVE TO ISLAND PACKET MATERIAL TECHNOLOGIES:
 PolyClad3 gelcoat system for superior gloss retention/crack resistance and protection against osmotic blisters -- 10-year limited warranty.
 PolyCore deck coring material is decay proof and has strength and rigidity -- 10-year limited warranty.

RECENT UPGRADES:
Brand new flooring
New & never used custom interior.
Brand new pillows (never used)
All teak on exterior has been restored
Interior woodwork has been well maintained.
Spacious - Spacious - Spacious - Interior
Brand new toilet!
Alcohol Stove
Nice sized cooler
Tons of storage !!!
OWNER NOTES:
Just replaced hoses and impeller for the engine
This diesel is known by mechanics as the nickname....."The Sipper" because of the unbelievable efficiency and low diesel consumption.
She goes forever on a full tank.
We love this boat! She sails very nice. Very comfortable. Excellent liveaboard!