Mirage 8.25 (Mirage 27 Schmidt)
Description
The Mirage 8.25, also known as the Mirage 27 (Schmidt), is a classic Canadian coastal cruiser-racer designed by Peter Schmidt and built by Mirage Yachts Ltd. (Pointe-Claire, Quebec) starting in 1975. This fiberglass masthead sloop features a modern hull shape with a fine entry, wide beam for stability and interior space, and a spade rudder for agile handling, making it suitable for family cruising, club racing, or weekend overnights accommodating 4–5 people. The interior includes a V-berth forward, saloon with settees, galley, nav station, and enclosed head. It's powered by a small diesel inboard, with optional shoal draft available. Approximately 100–150 were built before production shifted to other models; it's noted for its balanced performance (SA/D 19.1) and seaworthiness in moderate conditions.
Construction Details
| Designer | Peter Schmidt |
|---|---|
| Builder | Mirage Yachts Ltd. (Pointe-Claire, Quebec) |
| Length | 27.170 ft |
| LOA | 27.170 ft |
| LWL | 21.500 ft |
| Beam | 9.250 ft |
| Displacement | 5500 lb |
| Ballast | 2200 lb |
| Max Draft | 4.170 ft |
| Year Built | 1975 |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 26.10 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 8.25 ft |
| p | 22.50 ft |
| e | 7.25 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26.10 ft | 8.25 ft | 22.50 ft | 7.25 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
Mirage 8.25 (Mirage 27 Schmidt) - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 22.5 ft - (6858 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 7.25 ft - (2210 mm) |
| Leech | * 23.31 ft - (7105 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88.02 ° |
| Diagonal | * 23.4 ft - (7132 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 3.5 in - (89 mm) |
| Area | 81.47 ft² |
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Mirage 8.25 (Mirage 27 Schmidt) - JIBSAIL
| Luff | * 21.9 ft - (6675 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 10.91 ft - (3325 mm) |
| Leech | * 19.05 ft - (5806 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 9.49 ft - (2893 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12 ° |
| Area | 103.92 ft² |
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Mirage 8.25 (Mirage 27 Schmidt) - GENOA
| Luff | * 26 ft - (7925 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 13.3 ft - (4054 mm) |
| Leech | * 24.47 ft - (7458 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 12.38 ft - (3773 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4 ° |
| Area | 160.81 ft² |
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Mirage 8.25 (Mirage 27 Schmidt) - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 26 ft - (7925 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 14.85 ft - (4526 mm) |
| Foot | * 14.85 ft - (4526 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | 328.19 ft² |
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