Five boats that made a difference

Article Abstract:

The winged-keel configuration of the 'Australia II,' the only non-US sailboat to win the America's Cup, was an important innovation in sailboat design. 'Ganbare,' the J 24, 'Merlin' and the Freedom 40 were other influential sailboats.

History, Yachts and yachting, Yachting, Yachts

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Keels and carbon-fiber spars

Article Abstract:

The keel configurations on the 1992 America's Cup yachts included tandem configurations, foils with tabs and foils designed to rotate. The spar of 'Stars & Stripes' was repaired after the yacht dismasted.

Equipment and supplies, Maintenance and repair, Masts and rigging

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Hijinks, new boats, and new foils

Article Abstract:

Some of the 1992 America's Cup boats may be using a hull configuration with a movable foil in front of the ballast bulb and fixed keel. This design increases the efficiency of the keel.

Hulls (Naval architecture)

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