Intrepid gets a new main

By Sailor Keddy -
12 meter legend Intrepid went out for a sail trial of their new carbon main yesterday. It marks the first 12 meter in history to use one. Manufactured by Doyle sails, it will go back to the loft for adjustments before making its racing debut this weekend for the 12 Metre North American Championship.


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