Ni Ban is a Castle 650, a highly regarded trailer-sailer. Ni Ban is on a swing mooring in Rushcutters Bay and does NOT come with a trailer. However, the keel is still able to be lifted for transport if needed.
The Castle 650 is an excellent cost-effective, entry level harbour racing/cruising yacht; easy for 1 or 2 to handle and performs well.
Ni Ban is CAT7 certified, with a proven race record. She came third in her division in the RPEYC 2025-26 Summer Series and won her division in the RANSA 2025 Winter Series.
A lovely boat for a couple (or even single-hand) to cruise on the harbour.
The jibs are in good condition and the main is brand new - less than a month old.
I'm listing Ni Ban for a friend (who isn't on Facebook) and has decided to finally retire from sailing.
Usage
Leisure, Cruising, Racing
Launch Year
1992 approximate
Builder
Yachtworks (Australia)
Draft
Min 0.3m / 0.98ft - max 1.6m / 5.25ft
Displacement
250kg / 551 lb
Engine
6hp 4stroke Toshiba Outboard
Drive Type
Outboard Motor
Accommodation
Fabric covered settee
Safety Gear
CAT 7,2 x buoyancy containers
Fire Protection
Fire blanket, powder extinguisher
Sail Inventory
1 x main (brand new)
1 x 120% genoa (7/ 10)
1 x #2 jib (7/ 10)
1 x #3 jib (7/ 10)
Mast / Rigging
Stainless steel mast and rigging
Deck Gear
2 x winches plus clutches