1996 Cookson 12M Farr 39

Step aboard and you immediately feel that trademark Farr balance underfoot—light on the helm, but never twitchy. The tall fractional rig and generous foretriangle give you real versatility: bend on a #3 and reef early for punchy upwind work, then open the leech and let her stretch when the breeze frees up. Systems are laid out for a small, sharp crew, with primary winches right where your trimmers want them and clean, direct leads to keep cockpit clutter down. Down below, the structure is all business: proper grid, solid bulkhead bonding, and access to critical systems so offshore checks don’t turn into boat yoga. It’s a race boat you can actually live with between starts.

This design shines where conditions change from light coastal zephyrs to fully powered ocean breeze in a single day. The moderate displacement and fine entry mean you don’t slog in leftover chop, while the powerful aft sections reward you the moment you turn down and start linking waves. In a region known for distance races, coastal sprints, and midweek buoy battles, the size is a sweet spot—big enough to stretch offshore confidently, small enough to handle with a tight, experienced crew. Storage for safety gear, sails, and provisions is thoughtfully integrated, so you’re not tripping over offshore kit when you pivot back to around-the-buoys racing.