Starting tomorrow, Friday, 25 May, the first event of the iShares Cup Extreme 40 sailing season will kick-off in Munich on Lake Starnberg for three days of high-octane racing. With just over 24 hours to go until the starting gun of the first of 15 planned races, there are six boats assembled and out on the water tuning and putting in some last minute training sessions. This event will be the only one where teams will start with a clean slate; where there is no leader, there is no follower only the hope of finishing ahead and taking an early lead in the series. Some of the teams will be competing for the first time, whilst other teams are back to prove they are still on the pace and have what it takes to finish at the top. Each team's objective is to win the iShares Cup - the overall prize of the 2007 season - over the four scoring events.
The Extreme 40s excel in all weather conditions and can reach speeds in excess of 35 knots. Lights winds have been predicted for the event, yet this news has done little to dampen the spirits. Six teams will be competing at the iShares Cup, Munich, including three brand new boats. Four teams will be making their return to the Extreme 40 sailing circuit with two additional teams joining the foray for the first time.
