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Nocturne

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This light displacement cutter, designed by Alan Payne for Bob Ball and launched in 1949, sailed in the 1949, 1950, 1952 and 1953 races. Her  best performance was 3rd in 1953. She was acclaimed as being ahead of her time. Her new owner is John 'Beetle' Hebden, former Australian Moth lass Champion, crew member with Rick Le Plastrier, the runner-up in the Soling Class Olympic trials earlier this year. He and his crew have done a remarkable job in restoring this fine little craft to her original condition.

Competitor Details

Yacht Name Nocturne
Sail Number 251
Owner John Hebden
Skipper John Hebden
State NSW
Club Royal Prince Edward Yacht Club
LOA 10.67
Beam 2.29
Draft 1.75
Rig Type Cutter
Year Launched 1949
Designer Alan Payne (NSW)
Builder C F Haddock, Sydney