Month: July 2013
HUNTINGTON GARDEN HUMMINGBIRDS
I never tire of watching hummingbirds. They seem to love the Agaphantus, and here the blue more than the white.
RACE TWO BETWEEN LUNA ROSSA AND TEAM NEW ZEALAND
the second two boat race of the series that began on July 5.
UNFAIR TO LUNA ROSSA?
I find that the press and the America’s cup reporting are unduly harsh about team Luna Rossa. The Italians (and Team New Zealand) have been laboring under an uneven playing field. One where the rules seem to change every day.
These two teams must race, each in their turn against a no-show opponent. America’s Cup Management has chosen not to allow these unopposed races to appear on You Tube. The boats are still incredibly powerful and thrilling to watch, but it is not their fault that Team Artemis is not prepared to race. They had agreed to wait for Artemis to be ready to sail. An offer that was refused.
The behavior of the America’s Cup so far has not provided the kind of leadership one would hope for from the pinnacle of our sport. Despite my concerns it is my sincere hope that once the Cup series is completed in September, the squabbling will be forgotten; and history will move forward.
DECO LOS ANGELES
The architectural heritage of Los Angeles is incredibly deep and rich. The art Moderne (art Deco) era is no exception. The Eastern building is the icon in Los Angeles, just as Radio City Music Hall or the Chrysler building are in New York.
UNION STATION LOS ANGELES
Union Station in Los Angeles is another architectural marvel. It was too difficult to make it part of a group entry, as it deserves more attention. Waiting is never a pleasant thing to do, but if you must, I cannot imagine a more agreeable environment. inside and out it makes the best of what can be difficult.
AMERICA’S CUP JUST GETS BETTER
AT THIS POINT IS IS MORE IMPORTANT TO HAVE A GOOD LAWYER THAN A GOOD SAILOR.
APPLICATION
JURY CASE AC26 JURY NOTICE JN076
AMERICA’S CUP EVENT AUTHORITY &
LUNA ROSSA CHALLENGE 2013 JURY DIRECTIONS No.1
- On 16th July 2013, the Jury received an Application from America’s Cup Event Authority (ACEA) filed via jurycomms72@americascup.com and thereby sent to the parties on the Service Address list for such address (‘the Parties’).
- ACEA claims that Luna Rossa Challenge 2013 (LR) ‘has breached Protocol Article 45.2 (Participation in Special Events) and Article 2 (Purpose and Intent) by failing, without justification, to participate in/or comply with the prescribed requirements for two Special Events related to the Louis Vuitton Cup, America’s Cup Challenge Series’.
DIRECTIONS
- Parties are invited to submit a Response via jurycomms72@americascup.com, no later than18h00 (PDT) 20th July 2013.
- ACEA may submit a Reply via jurycomms72@americascup.com, no later than 18h00 (PDT) 22nd July 2013.
ORAL HEARING
5. The Jury is mindful to have an oral hearing on 24th July commencing at 09h30 at a location to be advised. To enable the Jury to select an appropriately sized meeting room, Parties are requested to advise via jurycomms72@americascup.com by 18h00 (PDT) 22nd July as to the names of their representatives and/or observers attending. Further Directions will be issued regarding the hearing.
PENALTIES and COSTS
6. Parties will be given an opportunity to make submissions on penalties (if appropriate) and on the Award of Costs following the Decision.
David Tillett
JURY: David Tillett (Chairman), John Doerr, Josje Hofland, Graham McKenzie, Bryan Willis.
APPLICATION
JURY CASE AC27 JURY NOTICE JN077
LUNA ROSSA CHALLENGE 2013
&
AMERICA’S CUP EVENT AUTHORITY
JURY DIRECTIONS No.1
- On 16th July 2013, the Jury received an Application from Luna Rossa Challenge 2013 (LR) filed via jurycomms72@americascup.com and thereby sent to the parties on the Service Address list for such address (‘the Parties’).
- LR claims that America’s Cup Event Authority (ACEA) ‘has breached Protocol Article 48.1(d) by altering photographs of Luna Rossa Challenge and removing the branding of our sponsor and other elements while maintaining others that still make the boat recognisable’.
DIRECTIONS
- Parties are invited to submit a Response via jurycomms72@americascup.com, no later than18h00 (PDT) 21st July 2013.
- LR may submit a Reply via jurycomms72@americascup.com, no later than 18h00 (PDT) 24th July 2013.
ORAL HEARING
5. The Jury is mindful to have an oral hearing on 26th July commencing at 09h30 at a location to be advised. To enable the Jury to select an appropriately sized meeting room, Parties are requested to advise via jurycomms72@americascup.com by 18h00 (PDT) 24th July as to the names of their representatives and/or observers attending. Further Directions will be issued regarding the hearing.
PENALTIES and COSTS
6. Parties will be given an opportunity to make submissions on penalties (if appropriate) and on the Award of Costs following the Decision.
David Tillett
JURY: David Tillett (Chairman), John Doerr, Josje Hofland, Graham McKenzie, Bryan Willis.
DOWNTOWN FACES
KITE BOARD vs. ORACLE 72
L A DAZE
Walking, yes walking in Hollywood there is not limit to the sights. There are architectural riches not to be believed. Of course people watching at an equally remarkable level. Those who desperately want to be seen and those who just want to be themselves.