Last raced to Hobart in 1973, John McIntosh purchased Boomaroo twelve months ago from Tasmania. McIntosh has competed in one Hobart and six Melbourne Hobarts, but has not raced the yacht extensively, competing in only two or three offshore races a year, and uses the yacht for pleasure. He will have three Tasmanian and three Queensland crew, hopes to finish at least midfield, and is looking for a comfortable race.