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Aquabat · Capitaine Joined: 06 Oct 2005 Posts: 291

Ok....

Americas cup boys are going to court crying again ....

So ... a little poll...
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CANKnot · Moderator Joined: 09 Nov 2005 Posts: 1319

For those to lazy to read the affidavits etc. the GGYC is protesting SNG because Alinghi is using American made sails, which violates the CIC (Constructed in Country) rule. SNG is arguing that the sails are "not a part of the boat" and do not need to be constructed in the syndicate's country.

But it looks like they are just appealing to the international jury not going to court. And if they Americans prevail I wonder if the Swiss will be able to get new sails made in the few days remaining before racing is supposed to start.

On the bright side, all races will be broadcast for free on www.americascup.com
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David_Number1 · Matelot Joined: 12 Jun 2007 Posts: 92

there could be some wind, in which case they would have to wait until it goes away before racing....

Aquabat · Capitaine Joined: 06 Oct 2005 Posts: 291

Humm .. looks like there is going to be a race next Monday after all .. though I am not going to hold my breath...

So .. thinking about strategies .. well err .. humm .. ...who knows !! anyone have any thoughts about how you start a match race in one of these 90 foot babies ...
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kiwi_bardy · Posted: 02 Feb 2010 0:31 Post subject:

Keep out of the other boat's way.

Much like Stars and Stripes did against the big boat in 1987. Then once the gun goes, go, and go fast.