The Yachts

Epsilon

Epsilon

 

Built by owner Michael Tromp in 1999 when he was only 28, he will again be joined for the yacht’s 4th Rolex Sydney Hobart by his father Jack and Uncle Fred.

Epsilon’s best result in this race was a 1st in division on the 2001 Sydney Hobart, the last time this boat campaigned the 628 nautical mile race.

 

Competitor Details

Yacht Name Epsilon
Sail Number SA998
Owner Michael Tromp (3)
Skipper Michael Tromp
Navigator Jack Tromp (3)
Crew M Birks (1), M Burrell, A Jordan (3), T Platt, F Tromp (3), M Christansen
State QLD
Club RSAYS
Type Van de Stadt 38
Designer Van de Stadt
Builder Michael Tromp
Construction Cedar Epoxy Glass
LOA 11.5
Beam 3.65
Draft 1.9