Thylacine entered last year's Hobart but was unable to complete due to engine trouble immediately before the start. 1985 will be Thylacine's 5th Hobart and owner John Burton has given her a new set of sails and is hoping for moderate headwinds in an attempt to gain a division placing. The boat has had the same crew for the past few seasons and should perform well in division. An outright win for such a small boat would be difficult.