The Stars & Stripes Sweater
In 1987, Stars & Stripes US-55 made history in Fremantle, Australia—beating the Australians and putting America back in the Cup after the shock of 1983. Dennis Conner’s redemption campaign was a study in grit, design evolution, and relentless execution in one of the toughest racing environments in modern Cup history. And this sweater? An artifact of that history.
Crew-issued and never commercially available, this heavyweight knit was made exclusively for team members and bears a single marking - “100% Australian wool.” The sweater is durable enough to handle the toughest of conditions, yet refined in silhouette and feel. A cherished functional layer, not a souvenir.
There is no official documentation of the crew wearing this exact piece—a likely casualty of Australia’s summertime climate and the passage of time. Still, its authenticity is confirmed with flying colors by team family members and sponsors. The material, cut, and construction align precisely with period crew gear. What’s certain: this is a singular museum-grade collectors piece from one of the most iconic comebacks in sailing history.
A one of a kind garment. Impossible to replicate.
In 1987, Stars & Stripes US-55 made history in Fremantle, Australia—beating the Australians and putting America back in the Cup after the shock of 1983. Dennis Conner’s redemption campaign was a study in grit, design evolution, and relentless execution in one of the toughest racing environments in modern Cup history. And this sweater? An artifact of that history.
Crew-issued and never commercially available, this heavyweight knit was made exclusively for team members and bears a single marking - “100% Australian wool.” The sweater is durable enough to handle the toughest of conditions, yet refined in silhouette and feel. A cherished functional layer, not a souvenir.
There is no official documentation of the crew wearing this exact piece—a likely casualty of Australia’s summertime climate and the passage of time. Still, its authenticity is confirmed with flying colors by team family members and sponsors. The material, cut, and construction align precisely with period crew gear. What’s certain: this is a singular museum-grade collectors piece from one of the most iconic comebacks in sailing history.
A one of a kind garment. Impossible to replicate.
In 1987, Stars & Stripes US-55 made history in Fremantle, Australia—beating the Australians and putting America back in the Cup after the shock of 1983. Dennis Conner’s redemption campaign was a study in grit, design evolution, and relentless execution in one of the toughest racing environments in modern Cup history. And this sweater? An artifact of that history.
Crew-issued and never commercially available, this heavyweight knit was made exclusively for team members and bears a single marking - “100% Australian wool.” The sweater is durable enough to handle the toughest of conditions, yet refined in silhouette and feel. A cherished functional layer, not a souvenir.
There is no official documentation of the crew wearing this exact piece—a likely casualty of Australia’s summertime climate and the passage of time. Still, its authenticity is confirmed with flying colors by team family members and sponsors. The material, cut, and construction align precisely with period crew gear. What’s certain: this is a singular museum-grade collectors piece from one of the most iconic comebacks in sailing history.
A one of a kind garment. Impossible to replicate.
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100% Australian Wool. Excellent condition.
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Measurements (Flat):
Shoulder to Cuff Length: 24 inches
Shoulder to Shoulder Width :27 inches
Length: 25 inches