Lady Be: Fast Forward Classic

Reviving a carbon-born racer into a world-class performance cruiser
with brains, brawn, and beauty.

From Regatta Rocket to Ocean Thoroughbred

Built in 1983 for the Admirals Cup and chartered by Sir Peter Blake, Lady Be is no ordinary hull. Designed by Germán Frers, she was one of the first offshore racing yachts to be constructed with carbon fiber, Kevlar, and epoxy—a radical leap forward at the time. She was a prototype, a rule-breaker, a speed demon with salt in her veins.

Now, four decades on, Lady Be is undergoing a full-tilt transformation—honouring her high-performance DNA while evolving into a bluewater cruiser with global ambitions. This refit isn’t a restoration—it’s a resurrection. Think systems reimagined, comfort without compromise, and speed that still makes your coffee slosh.

Our Mission

We believe boats aren’t just built—they’re written into life by the people who sail them. Lady Be had a storied youth, and now she’s entering her next chapter. Our mission is to refit her not just to sail again, but to inspire. She’s not going quietly into retirement—she’s going voyaging, and this time, she’s taking you with her.

Lady Be was born to race, but even thoroughbreds deserve a good bed and a dry bilge. Every upgrade respects her spirit—lightweight materials, energy efficiency, and systems that serve form and function. We’re embracing the tech that keeps her fast, but also warm, safe, and self-sufficient when the next landfall is 3,000 nautical miles away.

This isn’t just a boat—it’s a platform. The Lady Be Project invites sailors, dreamers, builders, and believers to follow along, contribute, and collaborate. Whether you’re a gearhead, a sea-dreamer, or a brand with vision, there’s room on deck. Let’s make this more than a rebuild—let’s make it a movement.

Support the Project 

Lady Be’s comeback is ambitious—and every contribution keeps her heading toward the horizon. Whether it’s a dollar or a drone camera, your support powers the tools, talent, and tenacity needed to bring this legend back to life. Plus, she promises not to sail off into the sunset without thanking you first.

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