Story
This yacht, sail was built in 1959 by Way, Arthur W. in Vancouver, BC.
Historical Notes
Robert Lawson stated "The man who had it built, Arthur Wray, was apparently wealthy and eccentric and wanted a colour that would stand out in any marine venue."In 1959 this vessel raced in the Pacific International Yachting Association Swiftsure Lightship Classic under skipper A.W. Way (Royal Vancouver Yacht Club) placing 26th overall.
In 1960 this vessel raced in the Pacific International Yachting Association Swiftsure Lightship Classic under skipper A.W. Way but did not start.
In 1961 this vessel raced in the Pacific International Yachting Association Swiftsure Lightship Classic under skipper A.W. Way placing 18th overall.
In 1962 this vessel raced in the Pacific International Yachting Association Swiftsure Lightship Classic under skipper A.W. Way placing 34th overall.
In 1962 this vessel was the winner of the C.O. Julian Trophy (Royal Vancouver Yacht Club for Lady Skippers' Race, all handicap classes) under Mrs. A.W. Way.
In 1963 raced in the Pacific International Yachting Association Swiftsure Lightship Classic under skipper R.D. Ross (Royal Vancouver Yacht Club) placing 44th overall.
In 1964 raced in the Pacific International Yachting Association Swiftsure Lightship Classic under skipper R.D. Ross but did not finish.
In 1965 this vessel raced in the Pacific International Yachting Association Swiftsure Lightship Classic under skipper R.D. Ross placing 16th overall.
In 1966 this vessel raced in the Pacific International Yachting Association Swiftsure Lightship Classic under skipper R.D. Ross but did not finish.
Owners & Masters
In 1959-1963 she was owned by Arthur W. Way, Vancouver BC In 1964 she was owned by R.D. Ross, Vancouver BC Canada.
In 1964-2010 she was owned by Penelakut Holdings Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.
References
- Canada List of Shipping
- www.royalvan.com ↗
- Email (Robert Lawson - Nauticapedia 25/09/2021)
