The dominance of the New York Yacht Club, in possession of the America\'s Cup between 1851 and 1983, has given Newport, Rhode Island, the status of yachting capital of the world.
The Goetz Custom Sailboat Company continues the Bristol tradition of building superior sailing ves.
Herreshoff designed and built the Vigilant in 1893.
The state\'s contribution to racing yacht technology began in Bristol, when N.
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Seven of the most respected America\'s Cup defenders were built in Bristol, Rhode Island.
The dominance of the New York Yacht Club, in possession of the America\'s Cup between 1851 and 1983, has given Newport, Rhode Island, the status of yachting capital of the world