1989 Andrews 63

Andrews 63 - "Medicine Man"

“Medicine Man” is a legendary Andrews 63 offshore racing yacht that represents one of the most successful eras of West Coast grand-prix yacht design. Conceived by renowned naval architect Alan Andrews and built for competitive offshore racing, Medicine Man was engineered with a singular purpose: speed.

Over the years, she has earned a reputation as a formidable performer in some of North America’s most demanding offshore events. Her powerful sail plan, lightweight construction, and refined hull shape have made her a consistent contender in distance races where reliability and performance are equally important.

Unlike many race boats of her generation, Medicine Man has benefited from continuous ownership investment and upgrades, allowing her to remain competitive while preserving the qualities that made her successful from the beginning. She represents a rare opportunity to acquire a proven offshore thoroughbred with an established racing history, exceptional pedigree, and unmistakable presence on the water.

Whether competing in offshore classics, participating in major regattas, or serving as a flagship program for an ambitious owner, Medicine Man offers a unique combination of speed, heritage, and capability that few yachts in her size range can match.

Today, Medicine Man stands as one of the most recognizable Andrews designs ever built—a yacht whose reputation was earned not at the dock, but on the race

Overview

The Andrews 63, built by Dencho, is a high-performance racing yacht designed for offshore speed and efficiency. Its design philosophy emphasizes a narrow hull form and deep draft for superior upwind performance and stability in various sea states.

Rig Specifications & Performance Analysis

Analysis of the Andrews 63 rig dimensions reveals a focus on aerodynamic efficiency:

Mainsail Configuration: A P/E ratio of 2.72 indicates a high-aspect ratio rig, optimized for lift and pointing ability.

Foretriangle Design: The I/J ratio of 3.28 is exceptionally high, favoring tall, narrow headsails that maximize the leading edge.

Sail Area: 143m² total upwind area provides a high power-to-weight ratio.

Performance: This rig is strictly performance-oriented, requiring high-modulus materials to handle significant loads.

Key Characteristics

• High-aspect rig (P/E 2.72) delivers superior upwind lift and minimal induced drag.
• Tall foretriangle (I/J 3.28) supports efficient high-modulus blade jibs for heavy air performance.
• Deep 3.55m draft provides the necessary righting moment for the 143m² sail plan.
• Narrow 4.27m beam ensures a weatherly hull with reduced hydrodynamic resistance.

Hull/Deck/Keel/Rig/Interior

• Hull/Deck repainted 2025 (Algrip)
• Deck new custom Flexiteek cockpit decking with logo
• Durapox bottom paint with VC-17 coating
• New rudder bearings
• New Batteries (4) 6 volt, (1) 12 volt
• (10) berths
• New berth cushions
• New lee cloths
• New Oven/Stove
• New running rigging (Halyards/ Running back tails)
• New Mainsheet (continuous)

Sailing/Racing Instruments

• (1) B&G Processor WTP
• (4) 40/40 Mast Displays
• (2) B&G H2000 MFD in nav station
• (3) 40/40 displays below decks on bulkhead
• (4) AT+ MFD displays cabin top (new)
• (1) AT+ MFD Helm floor pod (new)
• (1) B&G GPD Helm floor pod
• (1) Raymamarine P70S Autopilot helm floor pod (new)
• (1) Raymarine Axiom GPS on custom floor mount (new)
• (1) Starlink 110v Marine Sat System with inverters (new)
• (1) WM-3 Sirium XM Sat Weather (new)
• (1) Nav station laptop (new)
• (2) Compasses (on wheel pod)
• (1) VHS radio with AIS
• (2) Hanheld VHS radios