“Choosing the right boat for a challenge like mine is so important. The first time I laid eyes on Climate Action Now (then known as Funnel-Web) I was in love. She is a safe, strong and seaworthy vessel that can really go anywhere and do anything”. - Lisa Blair

Originally named Funnel-Web and commissioned by Ivan and Sibby McFadyen to be raced in the 2003 Melbourne to Osaka Yacht Race. The Duo finished third over the line. Following that the yacht was raced in the 2004 Rolex Sydney to Hobart and finished 48th overall in a race where 59 vessels finished and 57 retired. Again contesting in the 2013 Melbourne to Osaka finally sailed in the 2013 Transpac Honolulu Yacht Race.

Lisa became the brand new owner of the renamed yacht Climate Action Now (previously Funnel-Web) the same day the entries to the Rolex Sydney to Hobart closed (end of October, 2015) so she quickly submitted her application to race. Lisa raced as master and owner of vessel with a crew of 7 in the 2015 Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race finishing 54th on Line Honours and 13th with PHS handicap.

Since Lisa Blair's acquisition of 'Climate Action Now' in September 2015, Lisa has sailed her over 55 000 nm through two Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Races to two solo circumnavigations of Antarctica and once around Australia, 'Climate Action Now' is a proven force in record-breaking adventures.

Climate Action Now is incredibly seaworthy and stands as a testament to reliability, having withstood the challenges of extreme oceanic conditions. Lisa's commitment to safety is unwavering, evident in meticulous refits before each significant undertaking.

'Climate Action Now' isn't merely a vessel; it's a statement of eco-conscious maritime exploration. Lisa has outfitted the yacht with wind generators, solar panels, and biodiesel, achieving 100% eco-powered expeditions, underlining her commitment to sustainability.

Designer: Robert Hick
Builder: Hick
Material: Fiberglass/ GRP/ Balsa Cored
Length: 15.25 m
Beam: 3.9m
Draft: 3.44m
Year: 2003
Weight: 11t
Water ballast: 6 tanks, 1902 kg per side
Rigging: Aluminum Fractional Sloop
Limit of Positive Stability: 129.5 Degrees

 

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