Christine is not a sailboat like any other. It is a unique piece in the world, designed by one of the most influential naval architects in modern history: Dick Carter.
Like a work of art signed by a great master, Christine embodies the peak of an unrepeatable era in international yachting.
Dick Carter was one of the most brilliant and revolutionary designers of the IOR (International Offshore Rule) era, active between the 1960s and 1980s. A self-taught innovator, he was the first to introduce radical concepts in hull shape, structural balance, and mass distribution, winning transoceanic regattas with iconic sailboats such as Rabbit, Red Rooster, and Tina.
Each of his projects was unique and highly competitive. Christine is one of them: a one-off construction commissioned for major offshore races like the Transpac. Built in 1977 by American boatbuilder Fred Preiss, using wood/GRP sandwich construction, she features a flush deck, an ultra-powerful rig, a 30-meter aluminum mast, and “grinder”-type industrial winches.
Its interior was completely restored in the 1990s to become an elite cruiser, with 14 berths and high-quality noble wood finishes. It measures 25.50 meters long, with a draft of 4.20 meters, and remains in perfect sailing condition today.
Christine embodies the spirit of the 1970s maxi-yachts. It is a tangible testament to a golden age, appreciated by classic yachting enthusiasts and collectors. Participating in historical gatherings with such a vessel is not only a matter of prestige but also a cultural and heritage act.
