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Delta 26 vs Fast 310? What is the perfect sailboat?
24 May 2020 · 20 min · 42K views · Rio de Janeiro
What this video covers
The Delta 26 and Fast 310 offer distinct trade-offs between performance and liveaboard comfort for sailors choosing between a 26-foot and 31-foot vessel. The Delta 26, weighing 1,800 kg with a 1.10m draft, excels in light-wind conditions like those in Paraty, Brazil, and offers a responsive, regatta-oriented sailing experience.1:05 Conversely, the 2,600 kg Fast 310 provides greater stability and security during offshore passages, though its heavier displacement results in slower performance in light air.1:38 Interior comfort favors the Fast 310, which features a 1.80m standing headroom compared to the Delta 26’s 1.75m, along with a more functional galley and a larger aft cabin suitable for two people.3:07 Maintenance requirements scale with size; the Fast 310 requires more upkeep due to its larger rig, 11 hatches and ports, and a more powerful inboard engine.6:36 While the Delta 26 maintains high resale value due to the manufacturer’s ongoing support and brand reputation, the Fast 310 offers a more spacious living environment for long-term cruising.16:42
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