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		GP42 / Fast 40 - Back 2 Black
Purebred Grand Prix Performance, Offshore Optimised
Back 2 Black is a true grand prix racing yacht -- originally built to the strict GP42 box rule and later optimised for IRC to deliver a competitive edge both inshore and offshore. Recently optimised and raced at the 2025 Admiral's Cup, she is a proven performer that combines lightweight full-carbon construction, a powerful sail plan, and a finely tuned rig for blistering speed and precision handling. 
Professionally maintained and presented in excellent condition, Back 2 Black comes race-ready with a comprehensive sail wardrobe, upgraded systems, and modern electronics. 
Key Highlights:
Admiral's Cup pedigree - recently raced at the 2025 event
Major performance upgrades, including:
o New keel and bulb profiles
o Lifting propeller system
o Redesigned rig optimised for offshore performance
Lightweight full-carbon build with advanced rigging
Comprehensive sail wardrobe for a range of conditions
Back 2 Black represents a rare opportunity to step into a fully optimised and highly competitive GP42 / Fast 40 platform -- fast, reliable, and ready to race. 
Photo credit: Bow Caddy Media & RORC
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		Builder
	
	
		Marine Composites, Italy	
 
	
		Keel / Ballast
	
	
		Fin with Bulb New shapes 2025	
 
	
		Hull Material
	
	
		Carbon Fibre	
 
	
		Deck Material
	
	
		Carbon composite	
 
	
		Engine
	
	
		New engine 2025 with lifting propeller system	
 
	
		Propulsion
	
	
		3 blade propellor which lifts into prop box	
 
	
		Accommodation
	
	
		Racing Interior	
 
	
		Ground Tackle
	
	
		2 x anchor/chain/warp	
 
	
		Safety Gear
	
	
		Cat 1 Fastnet race safety equipment	
 
	
		Bilge Pumps
	
	
		2 x manual and electric	
 
	
		Fire Protection
	
	
		Portable fire extinguishers	
 
	
		Electronics
	
	
		B&G H-5000 processor with 4 x 20/20 displays on mast bracket
1 x FFD on deck
1 x GFD of rotating swivel on pedestal
VHFs	
 
	
		Sail Inventory
	
	
		Doyle wardrobe new for 2025 Admirals cup	
 
	
		Mast / Rigging
	
	
		2017 Hall Spars High modulus carbon mast with main, jib and code zero locks
Genoa Staysail sheave
EC6 standing rigging new 2021 and serviced 2025
New runners 20205
Hall Spars carbon boom + New Offshore boom
Carbon bowsprit
Built in mast ram connected to Enerpac jack system
Runner deflector system led to Diverse magic wheel
Hall Spars adjustable mast foot	
 
	
		Deck Gear
	
	
		Winches - Harken throughout
4 x 48 self-tailing winches (main and runner)
2 x 530 (primary)
1 x 45 (pit)
1 x carbon pedestal
1 x Harken drop wheel system attached to starboard primary
1 x Harken overdrive box