Radical tech

Article Abstract:

The America's Cup races has become a breeding ground of developments in boat design and technology. Many of its participants join the cup not only to compete, but also to showcase the new equipment and design of their boats. A new computer simulation program, new boat models and new electronic devices are expected to be introduced in the 1995 races.

Innovations, Boats and boating, Boating, Boats

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Surprise

Article Abstract:

Australia's all-women team 'oneAustralia' lost to New Zealand's 'Black Magic' during America's Cup 1995 races when its boat sank to the bottom of the Pacific Ocean. Meanwhile, US women's team America3 surprised the yacht-racing world when it included a man as the initial helmsman and tactician in its roster.

Competitions, Yachts and yachting, Yachting, Yachts

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Cup fever

Article Abstract:

New rules for the 1995 America's Cup make boat selection more uniform, modify the race course, prohibit spying and limit the number of sails and boats. The 1995 event will feature the first all-woman team.

Laws, regulations and rules, Sailboat racing, Yacht racing

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