The class has  adopted a system of racing older ‘classic’ boats, so the owners of these  boats can compete and enjoy large fleet racing without feeling the need to buy a newer boat. Flying Fifteens with a sail number of 2700 or less, sail as a ‘Classic', sharing the same courses but competing for their own trophies, as well as the main event. Some clubs are dominated by Classics and the competition is certainly no less enthusiastic!

At the Australian National Championships the Classics compete for the Anniversary Trophy, and most of the states have special trophies for Classics at their State Championship.

You can check if a boat is a classic from the official listing.

 

A successful Classic