Charter our Farr 55
Australia’s Premier Offshore Racing Experience
A Farr-designed 55’ carbon fibre race yacht with proven offshore pedigree. Compete in Australia’s most prestigious events, from the iconic Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race to the CYCA Blue Water Point Score Series.
Farr 55
Farr-designed 55' carbon fibre race yacht, a pedigree boat built in 2007 by Cookson Boats in Auckland, New Zealand.
Vessel Specifications
- Yacht
- Farr 55
- Design
- Farr-designed 55’ by Farr Yacht Design
- Construction
- Prepreg Carbon Fibre with Nomex core
- Built
- 2007
- Builder
- Cookson Boats, Auckland, New Zealand
- Type
- Offshore Racing Yacht
- Pedigree
- Proven race-winning performance in Australian and international waters
This yacht is a thoroughbred offshore racing machine. With her Prepreg Carbon Fibre construction and Nomex core, she is light, stiff and fast. Ready to take on anything from Sydney Harbour inshore racing to the 628 nautical mile Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race.
Why You Should Charter
Race-Winning Pedigree
Designed by the legendary Farr Yacht Design team, the Farr 55 is renowned for its exceptional performance in offshore conditions. Built in 2007 with advanced carbon fibre construction, this yacht combines speed, strength, and proven reliability.
Competitive Advantage
The Farr 55 design has consistently demonstrated podium-finishing capabilities in major offshore races. This yacht offers the perfect platform for teams seeking to compete at the highest level in Australian offshore racing.
Turnkey Solution
Race-ready and maintained to the highest standards, allowing you to focus on tactics, crew work, and performance rather than yacht preparation.
Race Calendar
Charter for individual races, the complete Blue Water Series, or a comprehensive season package including both offshore races and social regattas.
CYCA Sydney Harbour Winter Series
April to July 2026
Sunday racing on Sydney Harbour. The perfect training ground before the offshore season begins. Race with the fleet and sharpen crew performance ahead of the major campaign.
Sydney to Southport Yacht Race
25 July 2026
A challenging 385 nautical mile offshore race up Australia’s east coast. Race 1 of the CYCA Blue Water Point Score Series, and the perfect offshore opener for the season.
Southport to Mackay Yacht Race
30 July 2026
Race north for the winter from Southport to Mackay. This 520 nautical mile ocean race takes you through the iconic Great Barrier Reef, one of the world’s great ocean passages.
Airlie Beach Race Week
6 to 13 August 2026
Queensland’s largest keelboat regatta, offering excellent racing conditions in tropical waters. Perfect preparation racing with a relaxed, social atmosphere in the Whitsundays.
Hamilton Island Race Week
15 to 22 August 2026
One of the Southern Hemisphere’s premier regattas in the spectacular Whitsunday Islands. World-class racing combined with world-class hospitality and breathtaking scenery.
CYCA Blue Water Point Score Series
July to December 2026
Australia’s premier offshore racing series run by the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia. Charter our Farr 55 across multiple races and accumulate points toward the Series title.
Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race
26 December 2026
The world’s most iconic offshore yacht race. Starting on Sydney Harbour on Boxing Day, the 628 nm race to Hobart is a bucket-list event for every serious offshore sailor. Charter our Farr 55 for this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Put Your Brand on the Water
Exchange Charters offers exclusive sponsorship opportunities to align your brand with Australia’s most prestigious offshore racing events and one of the country’s finest race yachts.
Brand Naming Rights
Put your brand name on the boat. The Farr 55 can be renamed to carry your company or brand, giving you maximum exposure at every race start and finish.
Race Coverage and Media
The Rolex Sydney to Hobart starts in front of hundreds of thousands of spectators on Sydney Harbour and generates global media coverage. Your brand on the water, seen worldwide.
Corporate Hospitality
Bring clients, partners and team members aboard for racing or social regattas. Nothing creates stronger business relationships than competing together at sea.
Trophy Presentations
Be part of the prize-giving ceremonies at headline events including Hamilton Island Race Week, Airlie Beach Race Week and the Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race.
Sail and Livery Branding
Your logo on sails, hull graphics and crew clothing, seen at every start, every mark rounding, and throughout race coverage photography.
Full Season Partnership
Sponsor a single race or partner with us across the full 2026 offshore season. Packages tailored to suit your objectives and budget.
Packages from a single event to the full 2026 season. Contact us to discuss your requirements.
Ready to Race?
Contact us to enquire about a charter, discuss availability, or talk through sponsorship opportunities. We’d love to have you aboard.
2026 Charter Spots Are Limited
With just one vessel available and a packed race calendar, early enquiries are strongly encouraged. Reach out today to secure your place aboard for the 2026 offshore season.
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