An outstanding yacht in every respect, Solo was built in 1955 of steel by her owner Vic Meyer, to a design by popular Sydney naval architect Alan Payne. Since launching she has had many successes in local CYCA events and has contested two Sydney Hobart races, being second home and first on handicap in the last race. The Montague Island course seems to be her favourite, as in two starts she has taken line honours both times and the handicap prize once in the face of some very formidable opposition.