Custom Racer - "Don't Bug Me"
Currency
Length
26' 7" - 8.09m
Vessel Location
Sandy Bay
Launch Year
1990 approximate
Hull Material
Ply/Ply-Glass
**** ABSOLUTE BARGAIN FOR THIS COMPETITIVE RACING YACHT ****
This very well built and competitive 8m yacht would make the ideal club racer or small cruising yacht.
With proven performance and impressive sail inventory "Don't Bug Me" has stood the test of time, and remains a popular entry level twilight and round the buoy racer/cruiser.
This owner/designed built yacht has done extremely well in her sailing performance over a long period and matched with its strong, comfortable and functional interior, it makes for an ideal first yacht or for anyone making the transition from sailing dinghies to keel boats.
She is been a successful member of the Hobart racing scene for over 25 years, "Don't Bug Me" is well set up for sailing fully crewed or shorthanded, with all lines / halyards lead back to the cabin top, and in easy reach of the tiller. There is easy access around the side decks, and the good size cockpit provides for a functional sailing platform.
Inside, the clean white finishes and timber trims give a light and airy ambience. The vessel offers plenty of accommodation for an overnight stay with plenty of bunks throughout. The compact galley features a 2 burner metho stove and sink. The package is complete with manual marine toilet.
This vessel is powered by a 6.5HP Yanmar diesel engine. This provides easy cruising at approx 6 knots and 1-2 LPH fuel consumption.
*** NOTE - She has been slipped and antifouled in September 2025 and ready for the upcoming sailing season ***.
"Don't Bug Me" provides exhilarating performance in all conditions. This is an excellent opportunity to experience the thrill of racing your own yacht for a minimal investment.
CALL MATTHEW on to arrange an INSPECTION.
This very well built and competitive 8m yacht would make the ideal club racer or small cruising yacht.
With proven performance and impressive sail inventory "Don't Bug Me" has stood the test of time, and remains a popular entry level twilight and round the buoy racer/cruiser.
This owner/designed built yacht has done extremely well in her sailing performance over a long period and matched with its strong, comfortable and functional interior, it makes for an ideal first yacht or for anyone making the transition from sailing dinghies to keel boats.
She is been a successful member of the Hobart racing scene for over 25 years, "Don't Bug Me" is well set up for sailing fully crewed or shorthanded, with all lines / halyards lead back to the cabin top, and in easy reach of the tiller. There is easy access around the side decks, and the good size cockpit provides for a functional sailing platform.
Inside, the clean white finishes and timber trims give a light and airy ambience. The vessel offers plenty of accommodation for an overnight stay with plenty of bunks throughout. The compact galley features a 2 burner metho stove and sink. The package is complete with manual marine toilet.
This vessel is powered by a 6.5HP Yanmar diesel engine. This provides easy cruising at approx 6 knots and 1-2 LPH fuel consumption.
*** NOTE - She has been slipped and antifouled in September 2025 and ready for the upcoming sailing season ***.
"Don't Bug Me" provides exhilarating performance in all conditions. This is an excellent opportunity to experience the thrill of racing your own yacht for a minimal investment.
CALL MATTHEW on to arrange an INSPECTION.
Price
AU $12,990 Huge price reduction
Vessel Name
Don't Bug Me
Boat Reference
15888080
Launch Year
1990 approximate
Length
26' 7" - 8.09m
Beam
2.7
Draft
1.5
Vessel Location
Sandy Bay
Region
Tasmania
Use
Leisure, Cruising, Racing
Designer
Ron Bugg
Builder
Peter Bugg
Hull Material
Ply/Ply-Glass
Decks Material
Marine Ply (glass epoxy)
Engine Make
Yanmar
Number Engines
1
Horsepower
6.5
Fuel Type
Diesel
Engine Hours
50-100 Hours (approx)
Fuel Consumption
1-2 LPH
Max Speed
8 knots
Cruise Speed
6 knots
Propulsion
Shaft drive and Propeller
Thrusters
No
Accommodation
Like many racing yachts, she has berths scattered throughout. These are a combination of conventional bunks and some pipe cots as well.
Berths
4-6
Toilet
Yes
Galley
A small bu practical galley space with a 2-burner metho stove and a stainless steel sink.
Bilge Pumps
Yes
Life Jackets
Yes
Flares
Yes
Fire Protection
Fire Extinguishers
Electrics
2 X 12V Batteries
Electronics / Navigation
GME VHF radio and Raymarine wind instruments
Sail Inventory
2 X Mainsails
1 X #1 Headsail
2 x #2 Headsails
1 X #2.5 Headsail
1 X #3 Headsail
1 X #4 Headsail
4 X Spinnaker (various sizes)
Tri Sail and Storm Jib
1 X #1 Headsail
2 x #2 Headsails
1 X #2.5 Headsail
1 X #3 Headsail
1 X #4 Headsail
4 X Spinnaker (various sizes)
Tri Sail and Storm Jib
Deck Gear
6 X Rope Winches, Jammers and Locks for all of the Halyard / Sheets
CONTACT DETAILS
Dealer
Boat Sales Tasmania
Matthew Johnston
Matthew Johnston
Telephone
Address
Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania
Marieville Esplanade, Sandy Bay
Hobart TAS Australia
Marieville Esplanade, Sandy Bay
Hobart TAS Australia
Website
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