The Yachts

Diva Jana

 

Built in 1963 from design of an American fishing smack of 1935 era.  Both masts can be lowered to deck by using the hinged pulpit as a hoisting bipod.

It is the first Sydney-Hobart entry for yacht, skipper and all crew.  It will also be the first entry from the R.A.N.S.A and crew are wither ex- or serving members of the Navy and Army.

 

Competitor Details

Yacht Name Diva Jana
Sail Number 654
Owner D Kelly
Skipper D Kelly
Navigator J Munn
Crew T Staniford, Lt.-Col. E B Starrett, Cpl. R P Starrett, Capt. J McIntyre, B Tardiff
State NSW
Club RANSA
LOA 12.8
Beam 3.1
Draft 1.5