Australia Ii And The America S Cup

Since 1851, the America's Cup has been the most prestigious trophy in the world of sailing. The America's Cup scene has always been the playground of the rich and mighty in this world, and characterized by controversial events and intrigues. It was not different in 1983, when for the first time in its history, the New York Yacht Club lost The Cup. The 1983 America's Cup winner was the 12-Metre yacht Australia II. It was equipped with a radical, innovative, winged keel that caused much upheaval in the summer of 1983. Upheaval that, occasionally, rumbles on until today. This book tells the story of the author's role in the design of the keel of Australia II. The scientific approach by two Dutch scientists (naval architect Piet van Oossanen and the author), that were involved with the design research, changed the landscape of yacht design. After the 1983 match, Cup campaigns embraced a more scientific way of designing boats. The Dutch scientists played a major role in this important change.

Born to Win is the classic story of the underdog winning and John Bertrand s psychological warfare, describing in detail the thrills and battles of Australia II s historic 1983 America s Cup win. But if you think this book is just about sailing, think again. It s a book about life, love, and the triumph of the human spirit. First published in 1985 and going on to sell more than 100,000 copies worldwide, this is the fully updated and revised edition, including Bertrand s life post the America s Cup. It hasn t always been smooth sailing, but it s an inspiring tale of courage, fortitude and commitment from a born leader and entrepreneur.

Describes the history of the America's Cup, tells how Liberty was selected to defend the Cup, and recounts all seven of the races that led to Australia II's victory

Looks at the notable skippers, boats, and moments in the history of the America's Cup, and describes the rules, strategies, and dangers of sailing.