Buffett and America's cup

[regalis]

Is it me or would be it perfect to have Jimmy play at the America's cup coming up in a few years here in San Francisco? I have no idea how to make this happen so advise would be appreciated.

[chippewa]

I like the idea.

I notice Jimmy didn't play Take It Back while in Australia.

[regalis]

haha yeah that is funny.


I was actually thinking writing a few letters? But where to send them? I have no idea- I just know it be cool

[diverg]

Well lets hope that Larry Ellison or Russell Coutts are Buffett fans. At least we have the dates announced for the LV Cup and the Americas Cup, and I hope I can see some of it live.

[regalis]

I know its going to be online- but there are good views from all over the bay if you are local or visit

[diverg]

I plan to be there if at all possible.

Some cool videos on the official web site.

http://www.americascup.com/videos

[Staredge]

Crap. Catamarans?!?!?!?!?!? I suppose my deep and abiding love of the America's Cup has finally come to a close.

[capnbobby]

I've been a sailor for 27 years. I've been a Buffett fan for 27 years as well. There was a time when I followed the America's Cup. The America's Cup began as a friendly competition between nations. And there was a time when mariners sailed for their countries. The problem with the America's Cup today, in my opinion, is that sailors no longer sail for their nations. They're just a bunch of hired guns. I couldn't care less about the oldest trophy in sports, and I couldn't care less whether Jimmy performs for it. It's his call. Personally, I want nothing to do with it.

Thanks for posting this. It's actually an interesting topic.

Fins Up!
Cap'n Bobby

[Staredge]

I'm kinda there with you. Australia II was incredible....the '87 take-back was unreal. (the first one I watched!!) Then it all went to #ell. Wasn't a big fan of the IACC boats. Loved the 12-metres. Beautiful boats.

[Bfan53again]

I'm kinda there with you. Australia II was incredible....the '87 take-back was unreal. (the first one I watched!!) Then it all went to #ell. Wasn't a big fan of the IACC boats. Loved the 12-metres. Beautiful boats.

Also as a sailor, I agree with you and Capn Bobby......the current AC is a mere shell of itself.

I still can't help but stop and watch the 12 meter fleet under sail on Narragansett Bay when we visit Newport, RI each fall......so glad these lovely yachts have been preserved.