America's Cup San Francisco: The Official Guide

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Americas Cup San Francisco covers it all, from the story of bringing the worlds oldest sporting trophy to the Golden Gate Yacht Club and building the new-look Americas Cup organization, to the launch of the AC72sthe fastest, most demanding catamarans on the planet. Get to know the teams who wield these powerful boats, the design challenges behind their build, and how the worlds best sailors harness the elements to make them fly.

With a distinct focus on San Francisco, this souvenir keepsake not only follows the quest for the worlds oldest trophy as it unfolds in the blustery winds and beautiful waters of San Francisco Bay, but also offers a unique perspective on neighborhoods and landmarks throughout the city. Complete with photographs from the worlds foremost marine photographers and a removable race map, Americas Cup San Francisco: The Official Guide is the ultimate companion to the 34th Americas Cup.

Author Bio

Kimball Livingston has been covering sailing in the Bay Area since the 1970s. Editor-at-large for Sail Magazine and author of Sailing the Bay, Livingston has established himself as the voice for San Franciscos sailing culture. He lives in San Francisco, California.