The Classic Yacht Owners Association (CYOA) is always growing its membership, welcoming the owners and crews of stunning vessels that capture the enduring spirit of classic sailing in the Northeast—and beyond. One of the newest additions to our club is Katrina, a Concordia Yawl 41 built in 1963.

Though new to the CYOA roster, “Katrina” is no stranger to classic yacht racing. She and her crew have competed in numerous Classic Yacht Challenge Series (CYCS) events over the years, including the Camden Classics Regatta, The Eggemoggin Feeder Race, Eggemoggin Reach Regatta, the Opera House Cup, and the Newport Classic Yacht Regatta.

This season, Katrina kicked off her campaign at the Tiedemann Regatta, hosted by the New York Yacht Club. That race held special meaning for those aboard: the regatta’s namesake, Bob Tiedemann, was the late former husband of Barbara Kranichfeld, one of Katrina’s current co-owners. For the 2025 edition, Barbara helmed an all-female crew composed in part of Bob’s nieces and sister.

“Women race wooden boats like a well-oiled machine—no fuss, all flow, and pure teamwork,” said Kranichfeld. “We love sailing together as a team of women in the Classic Regattas.”

Katrina has earned podium finishes in the Opera House Cup, taken home trophies at the Tiedemann Regatta, and even won Best Costume at the past two IYRS Newport Classic Regattas.

With three Transatlantic Races under her keel, Katrina carries a rich legacy. She remained in the same family for nearly six decades after her launch, named for the original owner’s daughter, Katrina Parson. Much of her life was spent in the storied waters of Downeast Maine on Eggemoggin Reach.

Now under the stewardship of Barbara Kranichfeld and co-owner Thorpe Leeson, Katrina continues to turn heads. “She’s a real beauty,” Leeson notes, pointing to her distinctive teak decks and recent hull re-varnishing.

Look for Katrina and her crew on the course this summer as they continue their CYCS journey. With two regattas down and a dozen more to go, they’re just getting started.