15/11/2023
In 1923, Harry Highet the original designer of the the first seven-foot p-class boat, moved to Tauranga with his plans and boat named 'Roselle'. This design proved to be so popular that within just a couple of years it became known as the "Tauranga Class" of racing.
To celebrate the centenary of this class, Coombes Johnston BMW has joined the Tauranga Yacht and Power Boat Club - TYPBC as sponsor of the P-Class Nationals this January 3rd - 9th, 2024. We are very excited to support the running of the 2 remaining Tauranga and Tanner Cups.
Image courtesy of Tauranga Heritage Collection, 0100/09 (P-class racing on Tauranga Harbour photographed by Robert Rendell in the 1920s)