Boatyard Update: Columbia Makes A Splash

Earlier this week our America's Cup winner, Columbia, was launched for another year of sailing in Newport, RI. Check out the shots below to see what 70 feet and 68,000 pounds looks like as it is lowered into the water. WOW! She is looking pretty good for 56 years old, don't you think?

Join 12 Meter Charters and sail aboard Columbia this summer - it is an experience not to be missed!

 

Columbia is available for sailing charters in Newport, Rhode Island.  During your sail guests may actively participate in the sailing or just sit back and enjoy the sights.  No sailing experience is necessary!  12 Meter Charters proudly offers Columbia, 1958 America's Cup winner, for charter in Newport, RI.  Our yachts provide the perfect venue for events including:

• team-building activities
• corporate outings
• wedding party event
• bachelorette/bachelor party
• sunset sails
• family reunion
• celebrations
• yacht club events

America's Cup 12 Meter sailing in Newport, RI is an unforgettable experience!

Boatyard Update: Columbia Gets Her Shine!

Columbia is painted, prepped and ready to splash into another year of sailing in Newport, Rhode Island!  Here's where US 16 spent her winter, in a winning storage shed.  Columbia was next to 12 Meter, US 26, Courageous this winter.  Both yachts were designed by Olin Stephens and won the America's Cup right here in Newport.  12 Meter Charters is looking forward to seeing both winners sailing again in Newport this summer!

Columbia is 70 feet long, can accommodate up to 13 guests and will be sailing in Newport, RI this summer. If you are looking for a unique wedding party outing or fun team building activity, 12 Meter Charters offer customized charters that perfect for private parties and corporate events!  Contact 12 Meter Charters for more information. 

Columbia Meets an Old Friend in Newport Harbor!

After a beautiful October morning of sailing, Columbia met an old friend in Newport Harbor today. While docked at Bannister's Wharf Columbia was greeted by the classic motor yacht Marianna from Jamestown, RI.  As the captain passed Columbia he said, "This boat was built to watch that boat race in the America's Cup."  Built in 1958, Marianna was built to watch the New York Yacht Club's Columbia compete in (and win!) the America's Cup.  Over fifty years later, both boats are still beautiful and gracing the waters of Newport.  We love meeting old friends of our 12 Meter yachts in Newport!