The Yachts

Pekljus

Pekljus

 

Pekljus is like a supersized Adams 10, based on Don McIntyre’s Buttercup; a long and skinny sled.  While it might not be the lightest boat in the fleet it is surely one of the toughest!  “We have been working really hard on the preparation of the boat to ensure everything is bulletproof,” said owner Suttie prior to the 2018 Rolex Sydney Hobart.  “We are very lucky to have the sailmaker Brad Anson onboard, who’s wealth of experience has helped us immensely and put together a great sail wardrobe.”

The team learnt a lot from competing in the 2017 Rolex Sydney Hobart, finishing 10th on PHS and they took that knowledge into the 2018 preparations. Those preparations paid off, with a 2nd in PHS, followed up with a 1st in this year's Noakes Sydney Gold Coast Yacht Race.

 

Competitor Details

Yacht Name Pekljus
Sail Number 6419
Owner David Suttie
State NSW
Club Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club
Type Radford 50
Designer Radford
Builder McIntyre Marine Composites
Construction GRP/Foam
LOA 15.24
Beam 3.66
Draft 3.25