Since 2008, the Club’s Archives Committee has been conducting a series of interviews with senior members of the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia to document their recollections of the development of the Club and the sport of ocean racing.
The full list of these archived videos and more are located on the CYCA TV YouTube channel HERE.
Episode 45 (Part 1): Michael Spies
Michael Spies has sailed in 46 Sydney Hobarts and has won Line Honours and on Overall handicap. Michael is also a two-time winner of the JJ Giltinan 18 Footers Championship.
The interview with Michael covers: Early sailing days, Sabots, Flying 11s and 12ft skiffs, racing a Triton 28, Ragamuffin to Hobart in 1977 and racing 18 Footers.
Episode 44 (Part 1): Christian Beck
The interview with Christian Beck covers: Early sailing days, buying Perpetual Loyal, Info Track to Hobart in 2017, LawConnect to Hobart, 2nd to finish in 2019, 2021 and 2022, LawConnect to Hobart, line honours in 2023.
Episode 44 (Part 2): Christian Beck
The interview with Christian Beck covers: LawConnect to Hobart, line honours in 2023, thoughts on the 2023 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, building a crew, breaking the Sydney Hobart record.
Episode 43 (Part 2): Adrienne Cahalan OAM
Adrienne Cahalan has sailed in 31 Sydney Hobarts, with six line honour wins and three on overall handicap.
The interview with Adrienne covers: Olympic campaigns, Elle Racing to Hobart in 1996, Jules Verne Trophy with Tracy Edwards on a 100ft catamaran in 1998, Nicorette line honours to Hobart in 2000, around the world in a record 58 days with Steve Fossett on the 125ft catamaran Cheyenne in 2004, Alive wins the Hobart in 2023 and what’s next.
Episode 43 (Part 1): Adrienne Cahalan OAM
Adrienne Cahalan has sailed in 31 Sydney Hobarts, with six line honour wins and three on overall handicap.
The interview with Adrienne covers: early sailing days, 12ft skiffs and 18 footers, Mystic Seven to Hobart in 1984, skippered Ella Bache to Hobart in 1992 and the Whitbread Round the World Race in 1993
Episode 42 of the CYCA’s Video Archive Project features Shane Connelly as he recounts his journey, sailing two-handed in the 2023 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race aboard Rum Rebellion. He delves deep into the challenging moments after the race’s start, recounting the knockdown they experienced and the ensuing man overboard incident. Shane shares his firsthand perspective on the activation of the PLB and AIS, as well as the process of getting back on board. Through his narrative, he imparts valuable lessons learned from this experience.
Episode 41 (Part 1): Kathy Veel
Episode 41 of the CYCA’s Video Archive Project features Kathy Veel. Kathy discusses two-handed sailing and the finish of the 2022 Rolex Sydney Hobart aboard the 30-foot Currawong, her early sailing days, Belles Long Ranger and the Sydney Hobart in 1989 and Women on the Water in 1992, as well as sailing with sailors with disabilities.
Episode 41 (Part 2): Kathy Veel
In Part 2 of the interview with Kathy Veel, the 2022 Rolex Sydney Hobart campaign is discussed in more detail and Kathy talks about Currawong, her current and future projects, including Ladies of the Sea.
Episode 40 (Part 1): Sam Haynes
Episode 40 of the CYCA’s Video Archive Project features Sam Haynes. Sam discusses his early sailing days, finishing third overall in the 2013 Rolex Sydney Hobart on his Rogers 46 Celestial, reflecting on the 2021 Rolex Sydney Hobart and winning the Tattersall Cup in 2022 with his TP52 Celestial.
Episode 40 (Part 2): Sam Haynes
In part two, Sam discusses more on Celestial’s Rolex Sydney Hobart triumph, his sailing plans for 2023, racing J/70s, the state of the CYCA and advice on preparing for a Rolex Sydney Hobart.
Episode 39 (Part 1): Peter “Billy” Merrington
Episode 39 of the CYCA’s Video Archive Project features Peter “Billy” Merrington. Billy discusses his early sailing days, finishing second (IMS) on Quest in the 1995 Sydney Hobart, racing in the 1998 Sydney Hobart, competing in the Volvo Ocean Race, winning Line Honours on Nicorette in the 2000 Sydney Hobart, the America’s Cup in 2003 and 2007, and Skandia’s Line Honours win in the 2004 Sydney Hobart.
Episode 39 (Part 2): Peter “Billy Merrington
In part two, Billy discusses: Wild Oats XI’s treble win in the 2005 Rolex Sydney Hobart, winning the Transpac Race in 2009 on Alfa Romeo, working with the Port Authority of NSW, winning Line Honours in the 2011 Rolex Sydney Hobart on Investec LOYAL, Gweilo’s second-place finishes in the 2019 and 2022 Rolex Sydney Hobarts, his thoughts on the America’s Cup and Etchells sailing.
Episode 38 (part 1): Rupert Henry
Part 1 of our interview with Rupert Henry covers his early sailing days, the Team Lexus campaign for the 2004 Rolex Sydney Hobart campaign, Etchells sailing, Chinese Whisper’s 2015 and 2016 Rolex Sydney Hobarts, cruising on Burning Palms and winning the 2018 Melbourne to Osaka Yacht Race.
Episode 38 (Part 2): Rupert Henry
Part 2 of the CYCA Video Archive Project interview with Rupert Henry covers short-handed sailing in Europe, the design and build of a Class 40, racing Eora in the 2022 Route du Rhum, Mistral’s Two-Handed Division win in the 2022 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, what’s next for Rupert, and his views on the future of two-handed sailing.
In Episode 37 of the Video Archive Project, Past Commodore Noel Cornish AM discusses his reflections on being Commodore, the challenges he faced, the cancellation of the 2020 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, Rolex’s support of the race over 20 years, his thoughts on the future of ocean racing and more.
CYCA Life Member Peter Shipway interviews Member Rupert Henry, who has embarked on a global shorthanded challenge with his Lombard Class 40, Eora.
Rupert recently completed the 1,000 nautical mile, two-handed Normandy Channel Race, and is now preparing for two significant single-handed races – the Drheam Cup and the coveted Route du Rhum.
Episode 36 (Part 1): Tony Ellis
Part 1 of our interview with Tony Ellis covers his early sailing days, his first Hobart on Salacia 1 in 1963, Dame Pattie and the Americas Cup in 1967, racing with Syd Fischer on Ragamuffin, and the Admirals Cup in 1969, 1971 and 1973.
Episode 36 (Part 2): Tony Ellis
Part 2 of the interview with Tony covers Ragamuffins designed by Miller (Lexcen) and Frers, measurement for rating in the UK, winning the Sydney Hobart on Ragamuffin in 1992, his thoughts on Syd Fischer, ocean racing today, and his reflections on sailing in 53 Sydney Hobarts.
Episode 35 (part 1): Jules Hall
Part 1 of our interview with Jules Hall covers his early sailing days, sailing in the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, deciding to race two-handed and preparing for the 2021 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race.
Episode 35 (Part 2): Jules Hall
Part 2 of our interview with Jules Hall covers Disko Trooper_Contender Sailcloth’s build-up to the 2021 Rolex Sydney Hobart and the boat’s origins.
Ed Psaltis joined the CYCA’s ‘An Evening with’ series in September 2021.
Ed won the 1998 Sydney Hobart Yacht Race with Midnight Rambler and has enjoyed plenty of success throughout his blue water career.
He provided superb insight into the 1998 race and the passion that kept him in the sport.
Experienced offshore sailor Wade Morgan joined the ‘An Evening with’ series from his work base in France.
Wade has competed in three America’s Cups, the Volvo Ocean Race and 16 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Races – including two Line Honours wins and two Overall wins.
He is currently the Build Manager for the 11th Hour Racing Team.
Fresh from winning Olympic gold alongside Mat Belcher at Tokyo 2020, CYCA Member and YSA Alumni Will Ryan featured as part of the CYCA’s ‘An Evening with’ series.
Will spoke candidly to Peter Shipway about the highs and lows throughout his incredible career so far and gave a glimpse into what the future holds.
Episode 34 (Part 2): Lesley Brydon AM
Part 2 of the interview with Lesley covers: Hawaii in 1975 on Ballyhoo, Barbarian and the first all female crew to race to Hobart in 1975, winning the South China Sea Series in 1976, publishing Offshore, visiting Rupert Murdoch, the Dame Pattie America’s Cup challenge in 1967, and nephew Tom Barker.
Episode 34 (part 1): Lesley Brydon AM
Part 1 of the interview with Lesley covers: Lesley’s early sailing days in Gladstone, sailing on Ilina with Curly Brydon, Rupert Murdoch and Don Mickleborough, sailing across the Pacific on Ballyhoo, and the 1975 Transpac with Jack Rooklyn and Bob Miller.
Episode 33 (part 3): Sir James Hardy
Part 3 of the interview with Sir James covers: The 1979 Admiral’s Cup with Impetuous, the 1980 Australia I America’s Cup challenge, racing Police Car, the 1983 Australia II America’s Cup challenge and sailing Nerida today.
Episode 33 (part 2): Sir James Hardy
Part 2 of our interview with Sir James covers: Gretel II’s 1970 America’s Cup challenge, the 1972 Admiral’s Cup with Apollo II, the 1974 Southern Cross America’s Cup challenge (and Alan Bond), the 1977 Admiral’s Cup with Runaway, and conversations with Peter Kurts.
Episode 33 (part 1): Sir James Hardy
Sir James Hardy OBE is a 50-year Member of the CYCA. An Olympian and former America’s Cup, Admiral’s Cup, and World Champion, Sir James is a stalwart of ocean racing.
Part 1 of the interview with Sir James covers: His early sailing days, the history of Nerida, sailing on Southern Myth, sailing Sharpies against Rolly Tasker, sailing 505s against Paul Elvstrom and the 1968 Olympic Games.
Episode 32 (part 2): Bob Fraser
Part 2 of our interview with Bob covers: Bob’s early sailmaking days, the NZ loft, Brad Stephens and 3D sails, opening lofts in the US and Japan, the D4 story, and Bob’s thoughts on the America’s Cup.
Episode 32 (part 1): Bob Fraser
Bob Fraser has enjoyed great success as an ocean racer, while building an international sail-making business. He joined the CYCA in 1977 and has competed in 28 Sydney Hobart Yacht Races, with one overall win and two line honours wins.
Part 1 of the interview with Bob covers: his early sailing days, racing in 1979 on Deception and the Southern Cross Cup, the 1980 Gold Coast Express, racing aboard Smuggler in 1981 and Audacity in 1982, the 1983, 1987 and 1993 Admiral’s Cups, the Windward Passage*, Brindabella, racing on Assassin in 1992 and Bob’s thoughts on sailing today.
*NOTE: In 1988, Bob helmed Rod Muir’s maxi Windward Passage II, finishing first in all races, first in Class A in the Kenwood Cup and winning the ICAYA trophy (Maxi World Championship).
Episode 31 (part 2): Hugh Treharne OAM
Part two of our discussion with Hugh Treharne OAM focuses on Hugh’s famous wins of the Admiral’s Cup in 1979 and America’s Cup in 1983.
Hugh recalls his experiences of the tragic circumstances surrounding the ’79 race, his thoughts on the modern America’s Cup and much more.
Episode 31 (part 1): Hugh Treharne OAM
Hugh Treharne is a member of the CYCA Hall of Fame and joined the club in 1971. Hugh is one of the most exceptional sailors in Australia, having won the America’s Cup in 1983, Admiral’s Cup in 1979, Sydney Hobart Yacht Race twice (1992 and 1993), the Fastnet Race in 1971, the World One Ton Cup in 1971 and Half Ton Cup in 1975, and the World 18ft Skiff Championship in 1970.
Part 1 of the interview covers Hugh’s early sailing days, 16-foot skiffs, Moonbird with Norm Brooker, 18-foot skiffs, Ragamuffin with Syd Fischer, 1971 Fastnet, Stormy Petrel and the One Ton Cup, Foxy Lady and the Half Ton Cup.
Episode 30: Commodore Noel Cornish AM
This chapter in the Video Archive Project looks at the CYCA Commodore, Noel Cornish AM.
The interview covers the following topics, early sailing days, 1985 Sydney Hobart Yacht Race on Nynja Go, on the move with BHP, joining the CYCA in 2002, St Jude in 2007, Sydney Hobart Yacht Race memories, Reflections on being elected Commodore, CYCA and the COVID-19 pandemic and finishing off talking about sailing today.
Episode 29 (part 2): Basil Diethlem
This chapter in the Video Archive Project series is part 2 of Peter Shipway’s interview of Basil Diethelm. Basil is a 59-year member of the club and Peter estimates that Basil has logged more sea miles than any other member. In part 2 Basil talks about the Suez and Panama Canals, and about his love affair with the Caribbean.
The content guide for part 2 starts with Suez and Panama Canals, racing in the early 1980s on Inch by Winch, sailing home from Taiwan, Swans, Caribbean love, 13 Atlantic crossings, sailing today and reflections on a cruising life.
Episode 29 (part 1): Basil Diethelm
Basil Diethelm is a 59-year member of the CYCA and has crossed the Atlantic 13 times under sail. By Peter Shipway’s estimate, it is unlikely that any other member of the CYCA has logged more sea miles than Basil.
The content guide for part 1 starts with early days at the CYCA, 1963 sailing on Enid in the Sydney Hobart, becoming a dentist, the 1965 Fastnet Yacht Race, sailing around the world on Saraband, thoughts on piracy, sailing and working in Europe and finishing with the 1979 Fastnet Yacht Race.
An evening with Grant Simmer OAM
Join world-renowned sailor Grant Simmer OAM as he has a chat with Peter Shipway about his experiences and stories in the sailing scene including being a major part of multiple Americas Cup campaigns, being the co-owner of North Sails Australia for many years and more!
An Evening with Peter Montgomery
Relive An Evening with Peter Montgomery “Voice of the America’s Cup”.
Peter Montgomery is no stranger to the sport of sailing and with his distinctive delivery and riveting commentary has captured, entertained, and informed audiences, making him an instantly recognizable and popular figure.
Episode 28 (part1): Bruce Gould
Discussion points include early sailing days, sailing on Balandra in 1965 and 1966 Sydney Hobart, 1967 Admirals Cup – first team, winning the Sydney Hobart on Pacha, sailing with Syd Fischer, 1973 Admirals Cup – second team, sailing on Gretel II in the 1977 Americas Cup, sailing Gretel in the 1980 Sydney Hobart, line honours on Vengeance in the 1981 Sydney Hobart, first overall and line honours on Sovereign in the 1987 Sydney Hobart and losing Winston Churchill in the 1998 Sydney Hobart.
Episode 28 (part 2): Bruce Gould
Discussion points include Offshore Special Regulations, losing a keel in the South China Sea Race, losing a yacht in Bass Straight, sailing on Margaret Rintoul and sailing to Hobart on the Young Endeavour in 2019.
Episode 27 (part 1): Scott Kaufman
Discussion points include: early days at the CYCA, Tradewinds with Merv Davey, learning the ropes on Mercedes II, Ondine v Solo in 1962, the design and build of Mercedes III and the 1968 Olympics.
Episode 27 (part 2): Scott Kaufman
Discussion points include third place in 1972 Sydney Hobart Yacht Race on Ginko, 1973 Admirals Cup, first place in 1973 Sydney Hobart Yacht Race on Ceil 3, 1974 Sparkman and Stephens, sailing Pied Piper in 1975 Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, Etchells North American champion, sailing Katwinchar in the 2019 Rolex Sydney Hobart and ocean racing today.
Discussion points include: early sailing days, Samiel, 55 years at the CYCA, racing on Ragamuffin in 1970, JOG in England, Solo Marine and sailing today.
Episode 25 (part 2): John Sheridan
Discussion points include: 1976 Ballyhoo in NZ, Japan and USA, 1976 Sydney Hobart winning line honours on Ballyhoo, 1977 Fastnet Race winning line honours on Ballyhoo, memories of Don Mickleborough, 1994 Sydney Hobart winning first in the 30-year division, memories of Stan Darling and sailing today.
Episode 25 (part 1): John Sheridan
Discussion point include: sailing with Peter Luke on Wayfarer, 1964 Sydney Hobart on Athena, 1966 Sydney Hobart claiming sixth on Serifa, last race to Jervis Bay and a police launch in Hobart.
Discussion points include; early sailing days,1967 sailing Zilvergeest 1 and first time competing Sydney Hobart, 1971 sailing Zilvergeest 2 in the Sydney Hobart, 1972 sailing Meltemi in the Sydney Hobart, 1973 sailing Queequeg in the Sydney Hobart, 1974 sailing Love & War and winning the Sydney Hobart, 1978 sailing Love & War to a second Sydney Hobart win, 1990 sailing Ragamuffin to first over the line in the Sydney Hobart and ocean racing today.
Episode 23 (part 1): Matt Allen
Discussion points in part 1 include; early sailing days, competing his first Sydney Hobart Yacht Race on Barcardi in 1980, Lou Abrahams memories, 1983 wining the Sydney Hobart Yacht Race on Challenge, second in 1992 Sydney Hobart Yacht Race on Morning Mist III and working with Swiss Bank and UBS in Japan.
Episode 23 (part 2): Matt Allen
Discussion points include; The first Ichi Ban (the gold boat), joining the CYCA Board in 2002, Volvo 70 project, 2017 and Ichi Ban winning the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, in the role of President of Sailing Australia, Olympic mixed offshore sailing and thoughts on the future of ocean racing.
Discussion points include; 1945 with Archina in the first Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, the history of Archina, racing to Hobart, Barlow Winches, the yachts Bewinched, Inch by Winch, Indian Gibber and developments in modern sailing.
Discussion points include; 1977 Half Ton Cup in Sydney, 1977 Sydney Hobart on Silver Shamrock III, CYCA and yacht design, memories of Sydney Hobart Races, developments in Fastnet Race, memories of Admirals Cup and Ocean Racing today.
Episode 20: Past Commodore Kerry Roxburgh
Discussion points include; first memories of Sydney-Hobart, 1971 when he joined the CYCA, 1972, Alcheringa, first Sydney-Hobart, 1974 being Treasurer, TAA sponsors Sydney-Hobart, 1980 and being Commodore, Gordon Marshall and changes in yacht design, Keith Storey, Hitachi being first Sydney-Hobart naming rights sponsor, sailing on Ghost, 1984 when sailing in Hawaii, Sydney – Hobart memories, 1997 and the rebuild of Clubhouse and Marina, mounting a challenge for the Americas Cup and the CYCA today.
Discussion points include; being called “Stork”, 1955 and joining the CYCA, 1956, the yacht Nirvana and first Sydney-Hobart, 1957 sailing on Southerly when it nearly sank, Don MIckleborough, 1958 finishing third on the yacht Southerly, then again in 1995 finishing third on Southerly, thoughts on developments in sailing, old Clubhouse and thoughts about the current day.
Episode 18: Commodore Paul Billingham
Discussion points include; Getting in to sailing, joining the CYCA, involvement at the CYCA throughout the years, upcoming events in the CYCA calendar, plans for Paul’s time as Commodore and the current Board’s layout.
Episode 17, Part 1 features Rob McAuley
Discussion points include; early days at the CYCA, sailing on Astor, 1961 to 1962 Sydney to Hobart, 1963 Transpac, and sailing through the Pacific.
Episode 17, Part 2 features Rob McAuley
Discussion points include; 1963 Transpac, 1969 sailing on Solo, making films, Mickleborough’s Corner and the larrikin spirit.
Episode 16, Part 1 features John Brooks
Discussion points include; early sailing days, joining the Canadian airforce, the Publications Committee, sailing on Pacha, a lucky navigator, Commodore and flying with Qantas.
Episode 16, Part 2 features John Brooks
Discussion points include; 1984 Sydney to Hobart on Vengeance, sailing on Ballyhoo, 1987 Sydney to Hobart on Sovereign, World Sailing Speed Record Council, Emergency Management at the CYCA and sailing today.
Episode 15, features Ted Kaufman
Discussion points include; early days at the CYCA, Trade Winds and Merv Davey, Mercedes II, Mercedes III and Bob Miller, 1967 Admiral’s Cup, Peter Brown, to be a good sailor and the most satisfying sailing.
Episode 14, Part 1 features Dave Lawson
Discussion points include; early sailing days, 1961 Sydney to Hobart on Sylph VI, sailing with Tony Cable, the seven-year cycle, 1970 Sydney to Hobart on Fare Thee Well, 1973 Sydney to Hobart and line honours on Helsal followed by Helsal and all the east coast records.
Episode 14, Part 2 features Dave Lawson
Discussion points include; 1972 Sydney to Hobart on Minna, sailing on Freight Train, CYCA Safety Committee, ocean racing today and Life Membership in 1997.
Episode 13, features Nick Cassim
Discussion points include; early days at the club, Lolita and the submarine HMS Trump, 1963 Sydney to Hobart, careening in Ulladulla, Cruising at the Cruising Yacht Club and ocean racing today.
Episode 12, Part 1 features David Kellett
Discussion points include; early memories of the club, Koomooloo camaraderie, Gretel to Hobart, The Sovereign project and 1987 Sydney to Hobart, taking the double.
Episode 12, Part 2 features David Kellett
Discussion points include; Gordon Marshall and the Sailing Committee, joining ISAF, CYCA’s role in ocean racing, radio relay operator for the Sydney to Hobart and thoughts on the sailing today.
Episode 11, Part 1 features John Keelty
Discussion points include; keeping the beer cold and early memories of the CYCA, Merv Davies, the clubhouse, Cherana and the 1970 Sydney to Hobart, setting the handicaps, Life Member in 1998 and two EGMs.
Episode 11, Part 2 features John Keelty
Discussion points include; setting the safety standards, beginning of the CYCA Youth Sailing Academy, Olin Stephens and Merv Davies, Gordon Marshall the navigator, sailing today, a step backwards, starting the Short Haul in 1982, memories of Vic Meyer and Solo and CYCA Medical Management for Mariners Course.
Episode 10, Part 1 features Tony Cable
Discussion points include; 45 Sydney Hobart races, the early races, 1987 when Sovereign wins the double, memories of racing at the club and The Quiet Little Drink.
Episode 10, Part 2 features Tony Cable
Discussion points include; Offshore Magazine, life membership, the best boats, Boy Messenger and the old-time seamen.
Episode 9, Part 1 features Spike Ross
Discussion points include; navy days, early sailing, 1955 with Kurrewa IV and Sydney to Hobart, the first Winter Series, 1956 with Samuel Pepys and Sydney to Hobart and hitting bottom in Constitution Dock.
Episode 9, Part 2 features Spike Ross
Discussion points include; Don Mickleborough, Vic Meyer, Solo and Sydney to Hobart, 1965 with Freya and the Admirals Cup, the Royal Defense Force and ocean racing today.
Episode 8 features Norman Rydge
Discussion points include; early days at the CYCA, Lorita Maria, 1963 and the Sydney to Hobart, origins of the 1965 Admirals Cup challenge, 1966 Bermuda Race, 1966 Trans Atlantic Race, 1971 and Koomooloo in the Admirals Cup and ocean racing today.
Episode 7, Part 1 features Mick York
Discussion points include; 1945 and joining the CYCA, the clubhouse in the early days, meeting Jeanette, Tui Manu, a Tasman Seabird, 1965 with the yacht Caprice of Huon and the Admirals Cup selection trials.
Episode 7, Part 2 features Mick York
Discussion points include; 1965 Admirals Cup, Barrenjoey and the 1968 Olympic Trials, Kialoa II and III, Sydney to Hobart, James Craig and the National Maritime Museum, Saskia and the 8metre World Championships.
Episode 6 features Jeannette York
Discussion points include; early sailing memories, beginning of the CYC, Tradewind and the 1949 Sydney to Hobart, rating rule development, meeting Mick York, memories of Terry Hammond, Boy Messenger, Vic Meyer, the Halvorsens, sailing today, and the first women.
Episode 5 features Bill Psaltis
Discussion points include; early days at the CYCA, the first Clubhouse, 1956 Sydney to Hobart, Planning the 1965 Admirals Cup challenge, Meltemi, sinner with the Aga Khan, Huey Long and Ondine, 1998 Sydney to Hobart and ocean racing today.
Episode 4 (Part 1) features Gordon Ingate
Discussion points include; early memories of Sea Scouts and the CYCA, Peter Luke, first race to Hobart, the Clubhouse, Vic Meyer and Solo, 1950 Sydney to Hobart, the yacht Caprice of Huon and Bill Northam.
Episode 4 (Part 2) features Gordon Ingate
Discussion points include; 1965 selection trials, colonials abroad, 1965 Admirals Cup, 1972 Sydney to Hobart, the race wind of Caprice of Huon, 1972 Olympics and the problem with the IOR rating.
Episode Three – Don Mickleborough
Discussion points include; early memories, 1958 Sydney to Hobart, great characters he has sailed with, the worst weather, dancing with officialdom, the Delphine affair, favourite boats and thoughts on sailing today.
Discussion points include; early days at the CYCA, Saga, Peer Gynt, Solveig, Anitra, Norla, Freya and the three wins in a row, Halvorsen philosophy, 1962 Americas Cup, 1965 Admirals Cup, two mainsails on Freya, Trans-Tasman Races, worst weather and sailing today.
Episode One: Richard ‘Sighty’ Hammond
Discussion points include; Early memories, why the Halvorsens were so successful, 1967 Admirals Cup preparation, worst experience at sea, 1979 Fastnet Race, favourite boats and ocean racing today.
