Emirates Team New Zealand.

[enigmatically2]

Yes they could launch both, though above deck changes to the old AC75 would be limited to 12.5% by area

ETA though to be clear, I don't see any reason why they would

 

[Priscilla]

Makes sense to be getting cyclors up to speed already but it makes me ask (again, forgot the answer):

Could ETNZ relaunch their Cup winner AC75 outfitted for cyclors and other above-deck changes, while also sailing the AC40-1 LEQ? edit: Is Te Rehutai visible at the base, or has it been in the shed somewhere north?

No need these will fit on the AC40 and comes complete with a heads up display.

 

[Fiji Bitter]

I use this one on my 40' non-foiler, it makes you feel like you're foiling.


PS. Zooming in only for the impotent.

 

[ChairborneRanger]

Makes sense to be getting cyclors up to speed already but it makes me ask (again, forgot the answer):

Could ETNZ relaunch their Cup winner AC75 outfitted for cyclors and other above-deck changes, while also sailing the AC40-1 LEQ? edit: Is Te Rehutai visible at the base, or has it been in the shed somewhere north?

If I were them, I would 100% relaunch it. If you want to make the challengers shit themselves, bringing a modified AC75 out to sit with your two AC40s would do just that.

 

[enigmatically2]

If I were them, I would 100% relaunch it. If you want to make the challengers shit themselves, bringing a modified AC75 out to sit with your two AC40s would do just that.

I don't see why. They have a test boat. Another incompatible test boat would just complicate things and dilute effort.

One can argue about the merits of an Ac40 Vs LEQ12 Vs old AC75 as the test boat, but it's noticeable that all teams have gone for one option and are sticking with it.

 

[ChairborneRanger]

I don't see why. They have a test boat. Another incompatible test boat would just complicate things and dilute effort.

One can argue about the merits of an Ac40 Vs LEQ12 Vs old AC75 as the test boat, but it's noticeable that all teams have gone for one option and are sticking with it.

Phew, thankfully you're not making the decisions. The AC75 would be a great way to test a lot of concepts that test better on the full-scale boat.

 

[buckdouger]

Is the hydrogen boat ever used as tender?

 

[Stingray~]

One can argue about the merits of an Ac40 Vs LEQ12 Vs old AC75 as the test boat, but it's noticeable that all teams have gone for one option and are sticking with it.

While LR has been looking increasingly hot, I'm sorry to suggest that Ineos still looks like a complete mess.

My bet is that AM and Alinghi chose the best build-up path, it just looks obvious already.

 

[Sailbydate]

While LR has been looking increasingly hot, I'm sorry to suggest that Ineos still looks like a complete mess.

My bet is that AM and Alinghi chose the best build-up path, it just looks obvious already.

Ha. How exactly do you define 'best', Stinger. Does that mean, 'the one you like best', or something a bit more substantial?

 

[Kiwing]

It's got America in it's name?

 

[Sailing Fan]

Is the hydrogen boat ever used as tender?

It has a more important role than that of a mere tender, it's job (already partly fulfilled) is/was to assist in securing a venue, to generate enough income to offset the cost of etnzs own hydro and to promote awareness of alternative fuels with respect to the environment.
It seems to be doing its job, folk on these boards love it ☺️
And here it is Tow testing etnzs AC40 b1.
Other teams are busy building one too, they can't wait!! 😂

 

[Forourselves]

https://www.livesaildie.com/the-new-generation-on-etnzs-ac40/?fbclid=IwAR2S7qiA5sP8wNyN2nO48gUNV2a_p-NEC5vAQVWmQ5CBmM5ugL6_e26lT7Q

The New Generation on ETNZ’s AC40​

 

[enigmatically2]

Phew, thankfully you're not making the decisions. The AC75 would be a great way to test a lot of concepts that test better on the full-scale boat.

I may not be making the decisions, but NZ, Ineos and LR have made that decision so plainly agree. Alinghi were trying to catch up on someone else's design. So AM are the outlier here, but even they are going a single route only.
So all those making the decisions agree with me. So perhaps it's luckier you aren't making them

 

[Dogfish]

I think budgets are a lot behind the reasoning.

 

[Stingray~]

Ha. How exactly do you define 'best', Stinger. Does that mean, 'the one you like best', or something a bit more substantial?

I like AM’s approach because of how much time they have sailed and because they are developing at full scale.

Am not rooting for any particular team, they all look strong so far.

 

[The_Alchemist]

I like AM’s approach because of how much time they have sailed and because they are developing at full scale.

Am not rooting for any particular team, they all look strong so far.

Me Too. They will still have 2 AC40’s to do the same development work as Team NZ (using one as a LEQ12). AM decided to spend the time developing the systems on the old AC75 instead of building their own LEQ12.

 

[enigmatically2]

Me Too. They will still have 2 AC40’s to do the same development work as Team NZ (using one as a LEQ12). AM decided to spend the time developing the systems on the old AC75 instead of building their own LEQ12.

Given when they will get their AC40, its lucky they didn't rely on that for development!

 

[ChairborneRanger]

While LR has been looking increasingly hot, I'm sorry to suggest that Ineos still looks like a complete mess.

My bet is that AM and Alinghi chose the best build-up path, it just looks obvious already.

Crazy, I think LR and ETNZ have 100% picked the right path. I think early AC75 time is not as productive as training on a smaller scale.

I like AM’s approach because of how much time they have sailed and because they are developing at full scale.

Am not rooting for any particular team, they all look strong so far.

They sailed the most last time too, but it didn't help them in the end.

 

[enigmatically2]

I agree with @ChairborneRanger on this one, but I do recognise that there are merits to both approaches-and the AC75 route is obviously cheaper. I can also see that it makes complete sense for Alinghi (and France). I'm not so sure about it being the right route for AM, but time will tell

 

[Horn Rock]

I like AM’s approach because of how much time they have sailed and because they are developing at full scale.

AM is catching up to where LR/ENTZ were in the last cup. Sorting out their mainsail shaping and control that was deficient last time. Their inability to induce camber for light airs take off. So while it's good what they're doing, they're still in catchup mode, not forging ahead.