1980 Kelsall 47 Trimaran for Sale – 47 ft – Nanny Cay, VG

Legendary Kelsall 46 trimaran originally built in 1980. She was sailed across the Atlantic by her owner and competed in many Caribbean regattas. After sustaining damage in Hurricane Irma Triple Jack was painstakingly rebuilt over 6 years by professional craftsmen. Under the careful supervision and guidance of her same owner for 30 years she was built back better and stronger than original. After a season of local racing she was prepared for and competed in last years RORC Caribbean 600. A fitting test for which she passed with Flying colors. Well equipped with a rebuilt yanmar and a suite of electronics. Now sporting a fully carbon rig and state of the are new sails Triple Jack awaits her new owners to continue the adventure.

Boat History  

"Triple Jack" is a 47-foot trimaran designed by the renowned naval architect Derek Kelsall and constructed in 1979 using foam-core GRP by her first owner, Frank Wood. She made her racing debut in the 1981 Two-Handed Trans-Atlantic Race (TWOSTAR), but unfortunately suffered a dismasting 190 miles before the finish. Wood attempted another transatlantic race in the 1984 OSTAR (Observer Single-Handed Trans-Atlantic Race), which also ended in a dismasting. 

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In the late 1990s, Richard Wooldridge and Steve Davis of Exmouth, UK, acquired "Triple Jack" and sailed her to the Caribbean, where she became a prominent competitor in the regional multihull racing scene. She secured victories in major Northeast Caribbean regattas over 26 years, including Les Voiles de St. Barth, the St. Martin Heineken Regatta, and the BVI Spring Regatta. 

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On September 6, 2017, Hurricane Irma devastated the British Virgin Islands, causing severe damage to "Triple Jack." The storm tore her from her mooring, leading to multiple impacts that left her upside down on a concrete bridge, with a broken mast, crushed coach roof, and detached sponsons. 

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Undeterred, Richard and Steve embarked on an extensive six-year rebuild at Nanny Cay Marina. They took the opportunity to modernize and strengthen the vessel, incorporating a new carbon mast and boom, composite chainplates, Dyneema standing rigging, a redesigned coach roof, and, for the first time, an inboard diesel engine. The restoration was a community effort, with friends and family contributing, often working on Sundays. 

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"Triple Jack" was relaunched in March 2023 and made a triumphant return to racing by competing in the 2024 RORC Caribbean 600. This marked her return to ocean racing after a 39-year hiatus since the 1984 OSTAR. She completed the race with an impressive elapsed time of 3 days, 6 hours, 40 minutes, and 24 seconds. 

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Owner's Comments  

"Triple Jack" is not just a vessel; she embodies a legacy of resilience and passion for offshore racing. Under our stewardship for the past three decades, she has evolved from a competitive racer to a symbol of determination and community spirit. The extensive rebuild following Hurricane Irma was a testament to her robust design and the dedication of those who love her.

Equipped with modern amenities and state-of-the-art racing gear, "Triple Jack" is ready to continue her legacy in the hands of new owners who appreciate her history and capabilities. Whether you're aiming for podium finishes in prestigious regattas or seeking thrilling offshore adventures, she is poised to deliver exceptional performance and unforgettable experiences.

Basic Information  

• Name: Triple Jack
• Make: Kelsall
• Model: 47
• Year: 1980
• Vessel Type: Trimaran
• Length: 47'
• Hull Material: GRP Airex cored
• Registration Country: BVI British
• Location: Nanny Cay, BVI

Dimensions and Weights  

• LOA: 47'
• Draft (max/min): 8' / 3'
• Beam: 29'
• Displacement: 9,456 lbs / 4,298 kg

Speed and Performance  

• Cruising Speed: 6 knots (2,500 RPM)
• Max Speed: 8 knots (3,000 RPM)
• Max Speed Sail - Freaking FAST!
• Range: 548 nautical miles

Tankage  

• Fuel: 1 tank, 25 gallons (Plastic)
• Fresh Water: None
• Holding Tank: None

Accommodation  

• Cabins: 2
• Berths: 6
• Heads: 1
• Seating Capacity: 6

Engine Information  

• Manufacturer: Yanmar
• Model: 3GM30F (1995, rebuilt in 2022)
• Horsepower: 30 HP
• Engine Type: Inboard, 4-stroke
• Drive Type: SD20 Saildrive
• Fuel Type: Diesel
• Propeller: FlexoFold 2-blade (Composite hub, bronze blades, 18")
• Engine Hours: 120

Electronics and Navigation  

• Autopilot: ST1000+ Tiller Pilot
• Chart Plotter: Simrad
• Depth Sounder: ST60
• Speed Log: ST60
• Primary VHF Radio: ICOM IC-M330
• Secondary VHF Radio: Handheld ICOM
• Wind Instruments: ST60 (Direction and Speed)
• Compass: Yes
• Stereo: Bluetooth amp with speakers inside and out
• EPIRB: Yes
• AIS Receiver: Yes
• Deck Lights: Yes

Additional Info: Equipped to RORC Offshore Cat 1/2 Multihull standards (2024 C600 race).

Electrical System  

• DC Voltage: 12V
• House Batteries: Full River Type 31, also used for the engine
• Battery Monitor: Link 1000
• Alternator: Hitachi 85 Amp

Mechanical Equipment  

• Manual Bilge Pumps: Yes (1)
• Electric Bilge Pumps: Yes (4)
• Steering: Tiller
• Safety Package: RORC Cat 1/2
• Fire Extinguishers: Yes (2 Kidde)

Deck and Cockpit Equipment  

• Anchoring:
• Primary Anchor: Fortress FX with 30' chain and 200' rode
• Secondary Anchor: 35 lb CQR with 20' chain and 200' rode
• Cockpit Awning: Yes
• Fenders and Dock Lines: Yes

Sails and Rigging  

• Main Mast: Carbon, 60'
• Genoa Roller Furling: ProFurl 430 race
• Mainsheet Traveler: No, twin mainsheets
• Spinnaker: Yes (2)
• Sail Area:
• Main: 66 sqm
• Genoa: 47 sqm
• Screecher: 75 sqm
• Standing Rigging: Colligo fiber
• Chain Plates: Composite

Winches:

• Mast: 2 x Lewmar 44
• Cockpit: 2 x Lewmar 54, 2 x Lewmar 44, 2 x Lewmar 30
• Backstay: 2 x Lewmar 44

Sails:

• Main: Fat head, fully battened (Zoom Sails Nautospher V450, 2023)
• Genoa: Carbon, filmless (Zoom Sails, 2023)
• Screecher: Dacron (Zoom Sails, 2023)
• Spinnaker: Dacron (2016)