The Sabre 27 Forum was an incredibly useful resource for members and enthusiasts alike. Unfortunately due to relentless hackers constantly compromising the system, it had to be taken down in 2025. We have since collated all of the discussions and images into this searchable archive. Whilst new posts can’t be added, all of the useful discussions remain. Live discussion can be found on the Sabre 27 Facebook page.
Explore discussions from the former Sabre 27 Owners Association forum. This is a read-only archive; historic advice, contact details and external links may be out of date.
Has anyone had any experience of Directsails? Given the cost of the boat for a main sail the quote was £450-£650 a 'cruising' sail. Another quote from the UK was almost 3 times this and one has to practical. Many thanks in advance Charles Cupar O' Fife
Has anybody any thoughts as to the 'rip out' loads for the main anchor bollard and the forward cleats. Given the Sabre can weigh 3.5 tonnes plus, I am guessing they will not be insignificant? Is there a formula, perhaps, that might help? Thoughts please?
The S27OA has negotiated a discount agreement with a major manufacturer, under which Association members may purchase their products with discounts of up to 25%. For full details, look on the front page of our website and follow the instructions. Happy Christm
Hi All My rudder has A bit of play and it knocks as I turn it from side to side. Is this bearings any ideas for a cure. I have wheel steering but I assume it’s the same set up where the rudder sits as tiller steering. Appreciate your advice
Hi thanks for looking my sabre 27 mk1 has a dv10 in her just wondering whats the top cruising speed is should achieve . i seem to only get 2.5 knts moderate seas light winds ? also i went to start her the other week and the motor was a pig to start. finally fi
Hi Has anyone had experience of converting their cool box on mark 2 sabre? Our cool box is between cooker and sink, is there foam behind the grp, is it enough? Thanks
Having bought moonlight last November I am trying to get her ready for the season. I do not have a mainsheet track or a block system. There is a d ring bolted to cockpit floor and the broker says this is where it’s tied off! Anyone else got this setup and can
Does anyone know how to obtain a full set of the exterior (stainless steel?) window trim. I intend to rebed all the windows on our newly acquired Sabre. We have the mono window version but prefer the metal trim individual windows that many Sabres have in the c
What is the best method or tool to grip the bearing housing so it can be unscrewed please?
Hello, What is the best location to locate both electric and manual bilge pumps/float switches. I was wondering what the lowest point is and whether to drill small holes in the small bulkheads in the bilges to allow water to flow to the lowest point for pumpin
I got a phone call from a friend today who is clearing his dads shed out, In amongst the junk was a folder full of Marcon stuff including various Sabre 27 brochures & price lists. Also several drawings supplied by the factory to his dad who built Blue Oyster.
Hello, I am restoring Tillew in Galway. Ithad been neglected over the last few years. And needs a lot of tidying up and.The ply flooring in the Cabin is broken with a large piece missing. I need to make up a new one but was wondering if was originally in more
Hi Is the SOC still able to have a survey exemption with GJW Insurance as I have been notified I need one but would prefer to use the cost elsewhere in boat ‘maintenance’! Thanks Charles
Talking to a fellow club member who owns a Sabre at the weekend, as to location of hull numbers. My boat had nothing save a penciled 91 on the headlining panels of all places. Other boats have them in port side cockpit lockers just under the rubbing strake nea
Hi, Does anybody know the correct Luff, Leech and Foot dimensions for a Genoa for the Mark 2? The technical manual only lists the square footage and it would be nice to be a little more accurate before splashing the cash! The correct dimensions for the mainsai
Sabre 27 Gallery
Videos
Specs
Officers
Shop
Forum Archive
Facebook
Contact