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Custom Racer – "Dont Bug Me"

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$17,990 NOW REDUCED

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.

"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 0437 876 775 to arrange an INSPECTION.

Reference 15888080
Name Don't Bug Me
Location Sandy Bay
Region Tasmania
Year 1990
Designer Ron Bugg
Builder Peter Bugg
Length 26′ 7″ (8.09m)
Beam 2.7
Draft 1.5
Hull material Ply/Ply-Glass
Deck material Marine Ply (glass epoxy)
Engine Make Yanmar
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
Galley A small bu practical galley space with a 2-burner metho stove and a stainless steel sink.
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
Bilge Pumps Yes
Life Jackets Yes
Flares Yes
Fire Protection Fire Extinguishers
Electrics 2 X 12V Batteries
Electronics 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
Deck gear 6 X Rope Winches, Jammers and Locks for all of the Halyard / Sheets
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  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me
  • Custom Racer – Dont Bug Me

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