The latest Farr one tonner in this country, Piccolo has performed well in early races this season against such top boats as her immediate design forerunner, Vanguard and the hot Peterson boats; Deception and Relentless. It remains to be seen how the new IOR regulations and self righting requirements will affect her performance, but her Lake Macquarie crew are confident they can overcome any handicap. One of the favourites for an outright win