Nordic Tugs started making boats in 1980 and have built over 900 since. The original model, the Nordic 26, was initially offered at the 1980 Seattle Boat Show for $29,900. They sold 33 before the show closed.
Jerry Husted (1928-2024), company founder, bragged that the three-cylinder, 36hp diesel was so efficient that the tug could run the 600 miles from Seattle to Ketchikan without stopping to refill its 50-gallon fuel tank.
My friend David has one of the early ones.
Fiona Bean was built in 2012 and is almost the last 26.
In the meantime, Nordic Tugs introduced the Nordic 32, 34, 37, 39, 40, 42, 44, 48, and 54. The gathering in Anacortes attracted 60 boats, ranging from early 26s to a just-built 44.
Stay tuned for my next post when travel actually begins.
PETER GROUT
June 12, 2024 — 12:27 am
I like the Flybridge version, great 360 degrees view (in good weather)…
Steve P
June 12, 2024 — 7:08 am
It’s a popular choice. I prefer the look of the boat without it. In our climate, even folks with a flybridge drive from below a fair amount. Florida is different. Lots of flybridge Nordics there.
Michael
June 12, 2024 — 4:01 am
Great fun & excellent photos. Thanks.. Enjoy.
Joe
June 12, 2024 — 8:59 am
Looks like a Cult to me if I ever saw one!
Steve P
June 12, 2024 — 9:01 am
You have been reported to the Vice-Commodore of Discipline.