Ratbags to Respectability: This history of the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia
Author: David Colfelt
Art Direction & Design: Jason Cupitt

This history of the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia (CYCA) is two stories inextricably linked. One is of the Club’s struggle from humble beginnings to a position of prominence in the world of ocean racing. The other is the experience of the Sydney Hobart Yacht Race and the lessons learned that propelled the club into the vanguard of safety in ocean racing, where it remains today.

Ratbags to Respectability was written by David Colfelt, long standing CYCA member, and past editor of Offshore Yachting magazine.

The Perfect Gift or Coffee Table book

Ratbags to Respectability will make the perfect gift for all yachting enthusiasts, corporate clients, customers and friends. The book makes a stunning addition to any person’s library or coffee table. The book carries over 150 black-and-white and full-colour images. Written in an accessible, easy-to-read style, the book incorporates historical and current images, ‘pull out’ quotes and comments from members, biographical vignettes and pictures of race-winning yachts.

For more information, visit the CYCA