Telstar 28 Sailboats for Sale

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull Type

Trimaran · centerboard

Rig

Fractional Sloop

LOA

27.49' · 8.38 m

Disp.

3,000 lbs · 1,361 kg

First year

2003

The Telstar 28 is a modern reimagining of the multihull concept that launched Tony Smith’s career in the 1960s. Introduced in 2003 by Performance Cruising, this 28foot trimaran was designed to bridge the gap between highperformance multihull sailing and the practical requirements of trailerable family cruising. Unlike its predecessor, the Telstar 26, which sold nearly 300 units in the 1970s, the Telstar 28 utilized more advanced fiberglass construction and a patented folding system that allows the outriggers to retract without the need for complex disassembly. As noted in a comprehensive review by Cruising World, the design was a direct response to a market seeking speed and shallowdraft versatility without the slipcost penalties associated with fixedbeam catamarans.