Eureka 10.4 Sports -Affordable & well-equipped 2-hander Racer-Cruiser
Fast. Responsive. Ready for Adventure... Designed by renowned Australian yacht designer Ben Lexen, the Eureka 10.4 Sports delivers an exciting combination of performance, practicality and cruising comfort. A true "pocket rocket", 'Blew Away' is a superbly equipped and thoughtfully upgraded yacht ideally suited to sailors seeking fast, responsive sailing without sacrificing comfort and versatility. Originally moulded in Sydney and completed in Newcastle, 'Blew Away' features a professionally retrofitted open transom with sugar-scoop stern and integrated boarding steps, significantly enhancing cockpit access and functionality.
With her fractional rig, fin keel and responsive helm, the Eureka 10.4 Sports offers an excellent balance between spirited performance and easy handling. Equally at home club racing, short-handed coastal passages or enjoying weekends away with family and friends, she represents a genuine dual-purpose yacht capable of punching well above her weight.
Below decks, accommodation is bright, practical and surprisingly spacious, with sleeping arrangements for up to six crew (if racing), an enclosed marine toilet, cockpit shower, functional galley and ample storage for extended cruising.
'Blew Away' was set up to compete in the the Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race and remains fully equipped for coastal cruising and coastal racing including near-new liferaft, comprehensive safety equipment and an extensive sail inventory. Recent upgrades include new rigging, new dodger and bimini, modernised electronics, a Raymarine Axiom chartplotter mounted on a custom stainless-steel steering console, and numerous improvements designed to enhance both sailing performance and onboard comfort.
Sometimes compared to larger performance cruiser-racers such as the Northshore 33 and Sydney 36, the Eureka Sports 10.4 offers remarkable value, delivering exciting sailing characteristics, offshore capability and comfortable accommodation in a manageable and economical package.
Key Features / Upgrades
- For Fast & Fun Sailing
- Standing and Running Rigging (2024-25) with new s/s mast foot and s/s cabin-top handrails
- Recent Antifoul & polish April 2026
- Engine Overhaul and saildrive service - April 2026
- Martin Breakers spinnaker setup for controlled launches and swift drops
- Raymarine Autopilot and remote - (2025)
- Raymarine Axiom Chart Plotter mounted on (new) s/s steering console with navpod - (2023)
- New s/s bimini, dodger, swim ladder, tender bracket and cockpit cushions - (2023)
- Liferaft - (2023) with bracket and cover
- S/s Dinghy Rack fitted to transom
- Electrcial installation upgrades with USB / USC charging ports
- All new canvas covers and rope bags with new dodger, bimini and infill and foredeck cover (2025)
- New folding (teak) cockpit table (2025)
- Electric hand-held power winch (2025)
- Rutgerson deck gear including ball bearing mainsail cars and slugs, coarse-fine mainsheet tuning
- Suitable for 2-handed coastal cruising or 4-6 pax for overnight / club racing.
Whether competing in club racing, tackling coastal events such as the Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race, or setting off on a cruising adventure, 'Blew Away' delivers a rewarding and engaging sailing experience. Fast, responsive and comprehensively equipped, she is ideally suited to sailors who enjoy performance-oriented sailing but still appreciate the comfort and practicality required for time away aboard.
See For Yourself
Want to experience 'Blew Away' under sail? Watch the exclusive sailing video filmed on Moreton Bay and discover why the Eureka 10.4 Sports has earned a reputation as one of Australia's most enjoyable and capable performance cruiser-racers.
To arrange an inspection, contact Sonia Robinson at EziYacht Brokerage and let your next adventure begin.
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Region
Queensland
Location
Brisbane Area Manly Harbour
Usage
Leisure, Cruising, Racing
Launch Year
2005
Hull
Fibreglass/GRP Fibreglass GRP foam sandwich core. Antifouled May 2026.
HIN
AUWWA131013EL5
Rego
BQP2OQ
Rego Expiry
02/01/2027
Designer
Bill Lexen
Builder
Commenced in Newcastle, completed in Sydney.
Length
34' 1" - 10.40m
Beam
3.75m
Draft
2.1m
Displacement
3,100kg
Keel / Ballast
Cast iron with lead bulb. The keel was ground out and rebuilt with epoxy with a new hull to keel join.
Deck Material
Fibreglass - Fibreglass with foam sandwich core.
Engine Make
Yanmar
Engine
3GM30 - serviced annually with recent sail drive service (receipts available) - May 2026.
Maintenance:
Engine services completed 2023,2024,2026). Engine and sail drive serviced - April 2026. New water pump. Saildrive serviced 2023 and 2026 (with each antifoul: integrity of saildrive bellows confirmed May 2026).
Steering:
Large steering wheel. Foot blocks added for additional ease of handling. (Steering can be modified to carry a tiller in lieu of wheel if desired. )
Number Engines
1
Horsepower
30hp (2-blade folding - with propspeed May 2026).
Power Source
Diesel
Engine Hours
864
Fuel Consumption
Cruise approx 2 - 2.5lph @ cruise 1800 rpm.
Max Speed
8kts
Cruise Speed
7kts
Drive Type
Inboard Sail Drive : - serviced May 2026
Fuel
Approx 40L in Stainless Steel tank. Extra jerry cans carried and stowed in cockipt floor locker.
Water
2 x 70L stainless steel tanks under settees. Flojet water pump.
Accommodation
The interior of 'Blew Away' combines practical cruising accommodation with the functionality expected of a performance cruiser-racer. A wide, covered companionway with non-skid steps leads to a very inviting, roomy and well-appointed interior with great lighting, good headroom (1.8m / 5'10") and visibility. The layout makes efficient use of available volume, creating a surprisingly spacious environment that supports both overnight cruising and offshore racing requirements. Natural light contributes to a bright and welcoming atmosphere below which is well ventillated with (covered) deck hatches and a great clear-topped dodger which adds to the overall comfort and protection from the elements. With LED lighting throughout, the modest yet functional galley with metho burner are situated to port with single sink, pressurised water, electric fridge and cabinetry for cooking utensils. The adjacent nav station provides easy access to the yachts' electrical and comms equipment with several 12v and 240v fittings for essential appliances.
Accommodation is arranged to comfortably support short-handed cruising while also providing sufficient berths for racing crew. Sleeping arrangements for up to six people allow flexibility for extended weekends away or participation in coastal racing events. Storage has been thoughtfully incorporated throughout the vessel, ensuring personal gear and cruising equipment can be organised effectively without compromising living space.
Accommodation is arranged to comfortably support short-handed cruising while also providing sufficient berths for racing crew. Sleeping arrangements for up to six people allow flexibility for extended weekends away or participation in coastal racing events. Storage has been thoughtfully incorporated throughout the vessel, ensuring personal gear and cruising equipment can be organised effectively without compromising living space.
Cabins
A large V-berth with newly fitted and upholstered mattresses in navy add to the inviting interior. Storage under the berth allows for stowing extra sails, safety equipment and other essentials.
Berths
Sleeps 6 (Double bunk forward, 2x singles main saloon, 2 x large quarter berths aft).
Galley
A simple yet functional galley is situated at the foot of the companionway to port. Comprising single sink with pressurised water, metho stove, galley cabinets, crockery and ample storage for food supplies in adjacent lockers and cubbies. A conventnional self-draining ice box is located next to the galley with an additional 12v fridge securely seated next to the port aft quarterberth.
Refrigeration
Top loading ice box situated to port and forward of the galley sink. Additional 12v Brass Monkey fridge/freezer fitted to port and aft of the galley. Additional cool boxes (esky) also fitted in port quarter berth.
Freezer
12v Brass Monkey fridge/freezer.
Stove
Metho Stove flush fitted under galley counter top.
Shower
Cockpit shower (cold) - newly fitted.
Toilet
The head (fwd) is fitted with a new electric toilet and holding tank (2023) with deck pump out and diverter valve.
Entertainment
AXIS sound system (with new cockpit speakers - Nov 2023).
Dinghy
N/a - Custom s/s dinghy bracket fittings added on transom (in lieu of davits).
Covers
ALL Sunbrella canvas fitted new in 2024 (includes bimini, dodger plus link sheet, cockpit cushions). New upholstered foam matresses x 4.. Equipment covers include life raft, helm pedestal, steering wheel, hatches, winches, rope bags) - all new 2024. Interior lounge upholstery in cream vinyl-very good condition. Canvas boom bag and UV strip - 2019.
Ground Tackle
Mason plough anchor (18Kg) with chain and rope.
Safety Gear
Stainless steel safety handrails added to each side of cabin top.
Sea anchor (stowed below).
Fire Extinguisher x 1.
Flares (need checking).
Viking RescYou Liferaft (New 2023) with in-built Epirb in s/s bracket and cover - first servcie due 2026.
Epirb - New (expiry 2033)
Inshore and Offshore first aid kits (2026)
Life Jackets: Crewsaver (Manual x 1), Hutchwilco Manual x 6 (2024 - inspected 2026).
SOS Dan Buoy (yellow).
Tethers & harnesses x 2.
Jackstays.
Sea anchor (stowed below).
Fire Extinguisher x 1.
Flares (need checking).
Viking RescYou Liferaft (New 2023) with in-built Epirb in s/s bracket and cover - first servcie due 2026.
Epirb - New (expiry 2033)
Inshore and Offshore first aid kits (2026)
Life Jackets: Crewsaver (Manual x 1), Hutchwilco Manual x 6 (2024 - inspected 2026).
SOS Dan Buoy (yellow).
Tethers & harnesses x 2.
Jackstays.
Bilge Pumps
Manual pump (aft cockpit).
Life Raft
Viking RescYou Liferaft (New 2023) with in-buit Epirb in s/s bracket and Sunbrella cover.
Epirb
Epirb - New (expiry 2033)
Life Jackets
Crewsaver (Manual x 1), Hutchwilco Manual x 6 (2024 - inspected 2026).
Flares
Yes - need checking
Fire Protection
Dry powder x 1
Electrics
LIGHTING:
All LED interior lighting with reading lights (fitted with usb charging ports) in fore and aft bunks.
White fluoro x 3, red courtesy x 3 (head, galley, nav station).
NAV LIGHTS:
Masthead
Deck level port/stbd
Sternlight (aft rail)
Steaming
Deck flood
BATTERIES:
Start x 1 (2023)
House x 1 (2023)
ACCESSORIES:
Victron Inverter with new monitor and shunt (2024).
240v plugs (shore power) fitted next to nav station and galley.
USB charging port at Nav Station and on reading lights.
Shore power cable.
All LED interior lighting with reading lights (fitted with usb charging ports) in fore and aft bunks.
White fluoro x 3, red courtesy x 3 (head, galley, nav station).
NAV LIGHTS:
Masthead
Deck level port/stbd
Sternlight (aft rail)
Steaming
Deck flood
BATTERIES:
Start x 1 (2023)
House x 1 (2023)
ACCESSORIES:
Victron Inverter with new monitor and shunt (2024).
240v plugs (shore power) fitted next to nav station and galley.
USB charging port at Nav Station and on reading lights.
Shore power cable.
Electronics
Raymarine Axiom 9+ chart plotter and nav pod fitted (Nov 2023).
Raymarine AIS (2023).
Raymarine EV200 Autopilot with handheld remote (Nov 2023).
Navman Tracker 5500 (above chart table) with card for NSW-SE Qld - fully functioning.
Raymarine wind / depth / speed mfd's in cockpit.
Compass mounted on port side deck bulkhead.
Raymarine AIS (2023).
Raymarine EV200 Autopilot with handheld remote (Nov 2023).
Navman Tracker 5500 (above chart table) with card for NSW-SE Qld - fully functioning.
Raymarine wind / depth / speed mfd's in cockpit.
Compass mounted on port side deck bulkhead.
Sail Inventory
MAIN: Custom (Barracutta) carbon main - triple reefed - (2016) very good with Rutgerson coarse/fine mainsheet trimming.
Rutgerson ball bearing cars and slugs for mainsheet.
GENOA: (Spare) Mylar tri-radial #1 stowed on board - very good condition.
JIB: Dacron high-cut #3 on furler in good condition.
SPINNAKERS: Assymetric x 2 (Large Red Fractional / Very Large Yellow Masthead) - approx age 2015. Colour coded sheets fitted to stainless steel prodder track (leading aft to cockpit).
Carbon bowsprit / prodder stowed in V-berth (fits on s/s track). 'Tylaska' Martin Breakers (quick release) for spinnaker tack sheets.
STORM: Storm jib (trysail) stowed below (v-berth).
Rutgerson ball bearing cars and slugs for mainsheet.
GENOA: (Spare) Mylar tri-radial #1 stowed on board - very good condition.
JIB: Dacron high-cut #3 on furler in good condition.
SPINNAKERS: Assymetric x 2 (Large Red Fractional / Very Large Yellow Masthead) - approx age 2015. Colour coded sheets fitted to stainless steel prodder track (leading aft to cockpit).
Carbon bowsprit / prodder stowed in V-berth (fits on s/s track). 'Tylaska' Martin Breakers (quick release) for spinnaker tack sheets.
STORM: Storm jib (trysail) stowed below (v-berth).
Mast / Rigging
Standing Rigging - 2024 (Roni Rigging)
Running Rigging - 2024-2025
Newly powder-coated allowy mast - re-stepped with (new) stainless steel mast foot by A. Roake Boatbuilders (2024) - invoices available on request.
Rod kicker solid boom vang. Boom Brake.
Selden furler.
Bowsprit fitted with carbon fibre prodder.
The spinnaker can be gybed without dropping due to a deck fitted track with control lines leading aft to the cockpit.
The mainsheet traveller is fitted at the helm (aft cockpit).
DECK GEAR:
New foredeck hatch with cover (2024); New steering console (nav pod) with Raymarine chart plotter on swivel mount (supports Navionics)
Superb cockpit locker storage in 2 x large under- floor lockers. Aft locker carries 6x 10L diesel jerry cans. Fwd locker carries fenders, lines and hoses. Additional fender storage available in bow of yacht. New s/s bimini, dodger, swim ladder, tender bracket and cockpit cushions - East Coast Trimming (2024). Great helming console with foot blocks. Anderson winches x 4. Ronstan quick-lock winch handles x 4. New custom built (perspex) washboards. Water bottle holders fitted in cockpit.
Tylaska snap shackles (USA).
New S/steel folding ladder (fitted 2026). Spare jerry cans.
Running Rigging - 2024-2025
Newly powder-coated allowy mast - re-stepped with (new) stainless steel mast foot by A. Roake Boatbuilders (2024) - invoices available on request.
Rod kicker solid boom vang. Boom Brake.
Selden furler.
Bowsprit fitted with carbon fibre prodder.
The spinnaker can be gybed without dropping due to a deck fitted track with control lines leading aft to the cockpit.
The mainsheet traveller is fitted at the helm (aft cockpit).
DECK GEAR:
New foredeck hatch with cover (2024); New steering console (nav pod) with Raymarine chart plotter on swivel mount (supports Navionics)
Superb cockpit locker storage in 2 x large under- floor lockers. Aft locker carries 6x 10L diesel jerry cans. Fwd locker carries fenders, lines and hoses. Additional fender storage available in bow of yacht. New s/s bimini, dodger, swim ladder, tender bracket and cockpit cushions - East Coast Trimming (2024). Great helming console with foot blocks. Anderson winches x 4. Ronstan quick-lock winch handles x 4. New custom built (perspex) washboards. Water bottle holders fitted in cockpit.
Tylaska snap shackles (USA).
New S/steel folding ladder (fitted 2026). Spare jerry cans.
Presentation
Remarks
Broker Comments:
This is a very tidy and well maintained yacht with excellent coastal cruising and racing equipment. Several significant additions and modifications have been professionally completed in recent years to ensure this yacht is safe and strong and fit for coastal racing and cruising conditions. Great sized cockpit (similar to that of a Sydney 38). 'Blew Away' is a very tidy and well presented yacht. She would suit two handed sailing and racing crews - but with a large a roomy cockpit for crews of six or more. She would be equally well suited to fun-loving adventurous types for exhilliarating weekend sailing and/or affordable coastal cruising.
Background History:
Ben Lexen designed the Eureka in the 1980's. Some 8 or 9 were made at the factory (Sydney)) before he passsed away. The original design was modified (reduced) to a 9.8m yacht with sugar scoops often added by owners. In 2005 this 'newer' Eureka boat was built in Newcastle using the original mould extended to meet the original design @ 10.4m. The transom step was a new addition to the original design and the tiller on 'Blew Away' was replaced with a wheel.
This is a very tidy and well maintained yacht with excellent coastal cruising and racing equipment. Several significant additions and modifications have been professionally completed in recent years to ensure this yacht is safe and strong and fit for coastal racing and cruising conditions. Great sized cockpit (similar to that of a Sydney 38). 'Blew Away' is a very tidy and well presented yacht. She would suit two handed sailing and racing crews - but with a large a roomy cockpit for crews of six or more. She would be equally well suited to fun-loving adventurous types for exhilliarating weekend sailing and/or affordable coastal cruising.
Background History:
Ben Lexen designed the Eureka in the 1980's. Some 8 or 9 were made at the factory (Sydney)) before he passsed away. The original design was modified (reduced) to a 9.8m yacht with sugar scoops often added by owners. In 2005 this 'newer' Eureka boat was built in Newcastle using the original mould extended to meet the original design @ 10.4m. The transom step was a new addition to the original design and the tiller on 'Blew Away' was replaced with a wheel.
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