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Margaret Rintoul II

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This beautifully restored vintage yacht Margaret Rintoul II is equal record holder (along with Mark Twain) for the most number of Sydney to Hobarts completed in the race's 53 year history. Competed in three Admiral's Cups, including a Fastnet win, when first owned by Syd Fischer and called Ragamuffin. Under Richard Purcell's ownership, Margaret Rintoul II has achieved outstanding results in the Hobart race including a 2nd in division in the 1994 50th Anniversary Race and 1st in division in the '95 race.

Competitor Details

Yacht Name Margaret Rintoul II
Sail Number 2170
Owner Richard Purcell
Skipper Richard Purcell
Crew G Purcell (5), Sven Runow (7), Col Betts,
State NSW
Club CYCA
Type S&S 48
LOA 14.83
Beam 4.04
Draft 2.13
Rig Type Sloop
Year Launched 1968
Designer Sparkman Stephens (USA)
Builder Quilkey Brothers (NSW)