The 32nd America's Cup: A Simple Guide

The 32^nd America’s Cup is the approved guide to this year’s Cup and is a complete and affordable introduction to the world of match racing at the highest level. With an introduction to each team as well as explanations of the structure of the competition and the sailing rules, it is the ideal guide for those following the action in Valencia or from further afield. It is fully illustrated with dramatic photos of racing and illustrations explaining tactics, boats, roles and rules.

 Table of Contents

• What is the America’s Cup?
• The teams for 2007
• The Races
• Rules
• Why is the yacht sailing that way?
• The yachts
• The crew
• The course
• A short history of the America’s Cup
• Valencia 2007
• Sailing Terminology

Do you know what leeward means? Or what the purpose of the Louis Vuitton Cup is? How many sailors make up an America's Cup team? Who are the teams challenging for the 32nd America's Cup in 2007? Who is defending the 32nd America's Cup?

This is an easy-to-understand guide to all the aspects of what is the world's greatest sailing race, the America's Cup.

Included in this book are a map of the Valencia course, guide to the parts of the yachts, and explanations of why they sail as they do. For example, why do the yachts precariously lean to the lest or right during match racing?

Penny Whiting, an internationally respected sailing authority, brings enlightenment to those who want simple explanations of what is what at the 32nd America's Cup.