69f Foiling America's Cup Trials

Name: 69f Foiling America's Cup Trials
Uploaded: 2023-03-15T16:00:12.000Z
Duration: 45 min 18 s
Description: The 6.9-meter 69F foiling monohull reaches speeds of 30 knots using hydraulic wings and three-person crews.

15. mars 2023 · 45 min · 57K visninger · Dinner Key Marina, Miami

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The 69F class, a 6.9-meter foiling monohull, features hydraulic wings that allow crews to reach speeds between 25 and 30 knots.8:05 During the Bacardi Cup in Miami, Florida, teams including American Magic, Flying Nika, and Team Happy competed in 15-minute races requiring two tacks and two jibes per course section.1:07 The boats utilize three crew positions: a flight controller managing boards and kites, a mainsheet trimmer controlling heel and speed, and a skipper focused on tactics and pressure.8:56 Maintaining flight requires precise pitch control via the rudder foil and active use of crew body weight for lateral stability.13:34 When a boat capsizes, crews right the vessel by standing on the dagger boards to leverage the weight of the foils.32:09 Training for proficiency in the class typically requires consistent 10-day blocks of practice.8:41 The 69F serves as a development platform for sailors aiming to transition into high-performance foiling programs like the AC40.4:44