Simply Red, formally Queensland Maid, is owned and campaign by Chris Bradbury. She recently placed 1st in PHD division of the Melbourne Stanley race. Her best Hobart result, 3rd overall in 1991. As Simply Red she is stronger to windward. The crew will be hoping for predominantly southerly  conditions for this year's race. Key crew members include Transatlantic two-handed yachtsman Andrew Prossin and two-time Melbourne Osaka  competitor Tony Warren.