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Off the coast of Newport, Rhode Island sleek and fast, Columbia (12 Meter US-16) stunned its competition with a sweeping win of the first 12 Meter America’s Cup, proving that 12 Meters were justifiable competitors in the coveted America’s Cup!

Purchased by Kevin Hegarty, 12mR Yacht Charters and was rebuilt at New England Boat Works (Portsmouth,RI) with a new keel designed by David Pedrick. 2019: Columbia (US-16) won the Traditional Division of the 2019 12mR World Championship at Newport, RI.

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Set Sail aboard the America's Cup 12 Meter yachts of Newport, Rhode Island! 12 Meter Yacht Charters offers customized group charters and daily sailing cruises aboard our 70 foot America's Cup 12 Meter contenders. Participate in the sailing or just sit back and enjoy the sights!

ticketed sailing packages. Experience Newport by water and sail aboard America’s Cup 12 Meter yachts. Daily sails depart from downtown Newport, are priced per person and are available for smaller groups, couples and individuals. Options include the 2-Hour Sailing Cruises, 3-Hour 12 Meter Racing Experience, and the Newport Special Event Sails.