Newport, RI will host the final event in the world tour of the America’s Cup in June 23 to July 1, 2012. This will be in the same AC 45 catamarans that are being sailed now; and the last event in these boats before the 72 footers will be sailing in San Francisco for the America’s Cup Event itself. Big news for Newport and tourism. I am anxious about the “improvements” that will likely take place at Fort Adams in preparation for the event.
This event will follow the Newport to Bermuda race which starts on June 15 from Castle Hill in Newport. We will all have to hustle back if we want to watch any of the action.
THE FASTNET RACE STARTS TOMORROW. This is probably my favorite of the 600 mile races in the world. The others being: the Bermuda race, Sydney-hobart race, the Middle Sea race.
Very cool. I hope I can find some time between classes to view the action. Looking forward to your return to the East Coast. Enjoy Felix and your family. Bill