The Yachts

Alcheringa

Alcheringa

 

This big steel yacht is making its third trip to Hobart but this time in a new guise as owner Jim Bridgland has fitted a taller mast and re-rigged her as a cutter.  This should greatly enhance her performance as previously she was somewhat undercanvassed and her low placings are no reflection on the skill and determination with which she has been sailed.

 

Competitor Details

Yacht Name Alcheringa
Sail Number 493
Owner J N Bridgeland
Skipper J N Bridgeland (3)
Crew R Rossiter (4), G Preciens (2), D Wall, L Pollard (1), M Keeting, R Stirling, R Warren.
State NSW
Club CYCA
Construction Steel
LOA 15.4
Beam 4.2
Draft 2.2