The Yachts

Wathara II

 

Sailing this year under the new ownership of R Jackman of Hobart, "Wathara II" is a wooden Swanson 36.  Since the last Hobart race, in which she was placed fourth in her Division and ninth overall, she has been extensively modified under water and had her engine moved further forward.  She has also had her timber mast replaced by an alloy mast and boom and, since these modifications, has improved performance even more.

 

Competitor Details

Yacht Name Wathara II
Sail Number A 21
Owner R Jackman
Skipper R Jackman
Navigator W Lawler (2)
Crew J Muir (15), J Bennetts
State Tasmania
Club RYCT
Type Swanson 36
Designer Swanson
Construction Wood
LOA 11
Beam 3.2
Draft 1.8