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Beer can races are casual boat races held in the summer at nautical and yacht clubs.
The Ten Commandments of Beercan Racing
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Beer can races are casual boat races held in the summer at nautical and yacht clubs.
Description
Beer can races allow people to experience yacht racing in a more relaxed environment than that of a major offshore race. They typically offer races on short courses. Many restrict the use ofspinnaker
A spinnaker is a sail designed specifically for sailing off the wind on courses between a reach (wind at 90° to the course) to downwind (course in the same direction as the wind). Spinnakers are constructed of lightweight fabric, usually n ...
s, trapeze harnesses, and the use of twin headsails.
On July 21, 2008, the '' Los Angeles Times'' reported that the yachts sailing in the Newport Beach beer can event were being stopped, with citations issued by the Orange County Sheriff to any that were exceeding the 5 mph (4.34 knot) speed limit in the harbor. The issue was later resolved, allowing the boats to maintain speed during the race and while training.
References
External links
The Ten Commandments of Beercan Racing
Sailing competitions Sailing competitions in the United States Beer culture {{Yachtracing-stub