Thunderbolt
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Profile
Thunderbolt has probably started more Sydney Hobart Races than any other yacht currently competing. Dismasted in 1970 and again in 1977, her best effort was for Graham Shields in 1969 when she was 4th overall. Still a sound design, she performs well in light conditions.
Competitor Details
| Yacht Name | Thunderbolt |
|---|---|
| Sail Number | 560 |
| Owner | L.P.Harding |
| Skipper | L.P.Harding (4) |
| Navigator | J Holdaway (4) |
| Crew | G Swift (2), B Mills (2), I Marden, C McTavish (1). |
| State | NSW |
| Club | Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron |
| Type | Three quarter tonner |
| LOA | 11.18 |
| Beam | 3.07 |
| Draft | 1.88 |
| Rig Type | Sloop |
| Year Launched | 1968 |
| Designer | Graham Shields (NSW) |
| Builder | Quilkey Bros. (NSW) |