Mk2 Balance 526
Nahla is a meticulously maintained Balance 526 Mark II presented in exceptional, near-new condition. Owned by experienced cruisers with a no-expense-spared approach, she has been consistently maintained for reliable, off-grid world cruising.
Her premium Doyle Stratis sail inventory, expanded solar array, dual Integrel charging systems, enlarged lithium battery bank, backup watermaker, and redundant autopilot systems deliver confidence and independence on long passages. Thoughtful upgrades, including escape hatches, cockpit enclosure, comprehensive tender package, and refined onboard comforts, highlight a clear focus on safety, ease of use, and shorthanded sailing.
Her December 2025 yard period included full engine and saildrive servicing, rig and furler refurbishment, windlass service, two new air-conditioning units, new helm canvas, antifouling and PropSpeed, hull polishing, paint touch-ups, and tender servicing.
Turnkey and ready to cruise, Nahla combines proven offshore performance with comfortable long-term living—without compromise.
What Sets Nahla Apart?
1. METICULOUSLY MAINTAINED
- Nahla has been meticulously maintained by her current owners, with no expense spared.
- Each year of ownership, she has received a comprehensive yard period to ensure she remains in “as-new condition,” and as such, she looks fabulous.
- Her last yard period in December 2025 covered: full engine and sail drive service; rig check and jib furler refurbishment; anchor windlass service and a new anchor swivel; two new AC units; new canvas upper helm covers; anti-foul and prop-speed; paint touch-ups to top sides and hull polishing; and outboard tender service.
2. WORLD CRUISING UPGRADES
- Significant upgrades for world cruising are included.
- Upgrade to Doyle Stratis Mainsail, Screecher (July 2024), and Jib (J2) 2025 over the standard Ullman sails
- Redundancy with an additional Raymarine autopilot and instant switchover via a switch. Backup 110V Rainman watermaker.
- Power upgrade with expanded solar array (2.8 kW), two Integrel charging units in both port and starboard engines, and expanded Lithium battery bank (720 Ah at 48 V).
- Sacrificial escape hatches in both hulls eliminate any risk of leaks (common in other boats).
- Additional Caframo Sirocco fans in both double cabins.
- Both 110V and 220V power sockets in the galley and masthead locker.
- Full cockpit enclosure and solid washboards for both sugar scoops.
- Full set of Fendertex inflatable fenders.
- She has a Highfield 380 dinghy with Chaps, beach wheels, and a 25 hp 4-stroke Yamaha outboard.
3. SHORTHANDED SETUP
- Thoughtfully specified for shorthanded sailing, Nahla has been set up for a couple to manage.
- All mainsail furling lines and the luff downhaul lead back to the upper helm winches.
- All headsails are on 'bottom-up' furlers for easy furling (no socks).
- She has a Screecher, Spinnaker, and Trade Wind sail, all operating off a Karver KF8 furler, which is very reliable and bulletproof.
- Both the masthead and fractional halyards are fitted with Halyard locks to eliminate chafe
- All mainsail furling lines and luff downhaul lead back to the upper helm winches.
- All headsails are on 'bottom up' furlers for easy furling (no socks).
- She has a Screecher, Spinnaker, and Trade Wind sail that all operate off a Karver KF8 furler, which is very reliable and
bulletproof.
- Both the masthead and fractional halyards are fitted with Halyard locks to eliminate chafe.
4. COMFORTABLE LIVING
- Nahla's galley comes fully equipped with upgraded Miele appliances and a Smeg espresso machine.
- Her cabinetry is walnut and beautifully book-matched; the floors are Gray Oak Amtico, and the seat fabrics are all Sunbrella.
- She includes an additional door into the master cabin to isolate that room for efficient AC use, as well as additional cabinetry in the port aft cabin.
- In the master bathroom, she has a rain shower as well as the standard handheld shower.
5. TURNKEY FOR WORLD CRUISING
- Nahla is fully equipped for world cruising with communications.
- Starlink performance, Iridium Go, Sat Phone
- Safety gear (Viking Ocean 6-man life raft, 2 EPIRBs, Spinlock PFDs with AIS beacons)
- Fishing rods, and extensive spares.
For more information and detailed specifications, call Rapide. Balance Mk2 rarely comes onto the market, and we don't expect Nahla to be around for long with Rapide's track record in selling Balance Catamarans.
