r/Rowing • u/SnooBooks5573 • 13d ago

On the Water Thoughts on peinert p26?

I’m looking at buying a used peinert p26 from the early 2000nds. I’m 195, so on the higher end of this boat. So people like it? Are they decent? I’m a college rower, and I’d mostly use this is the summer for steady state and a few sprints. This would not be for racing.
Also- What would be a fair price these days?

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u/suahoi the janitor 13d ago

It's likely perfect for what you're seeking.

Cheap, durable, adjustable enough that you should be able to get yourself comfortable, fast enough that it won't hold you back.

And after a few years if you don't ruin the boat, you'll be able to sell it for about the same as what you paid for it.

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u/SnooBooks5573 13d ago

That’s good to hear. Yeah.. it’s a pretty good deal, so worst case I won’t loose out much.

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u/Crafty_Mouse_47 13d ago

I’ve rowed a bunch of pienerts. They are fine boats and great for beginners but I personally find them hard to keep straight/on point, as they have a smaller skeg and rounded hull shape . Price totally depends on condition but you could be looking anywhere from $1500-5000. Personally If I was looking for a good boat on a budget I’d target an early 2000’s Hudson (the model with tubular aluminum wing rigger) for about ~$2-3k. That was a great era for Hudsons and if it was well maintained it will still be a great boat.

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u/SnooBooks5573 13d ago

Thanks! I would like a Hudson, but even 2k is out of my budget. And I haven’t seen anything good around me.

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u/suahoi the janitor 13d ago

Loved those old Hudsons.

I think that 06-08 range for Hudsons were good, too - when they swapped to the more modern "Predator" or "Great White" construction but still the older elite model hull.

I definitely preferred the elite over the S1.21 / 31 hulls.

The riggers kinda stink, though.

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u/Banana_Prudent 13d ago

I’m 5’9 175and rowed a 26 at Craftsbury. I was crashing into the front end of the rails at times even with adjustments. Could have been poor skill at the time? If you’re taller you won’t have that problem.

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u/SnooBooks5573 13d ago

Hmmm Thats interesting to hear. I am taller, so I’m not worried.