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The sport of sailing will add new boats to the program in 2008, but keep the same classes. The U.S. looks to be among those benefiting from the changes, and its strong team is among the sailing storylines to watch in Beijing.
Nine different types of boats sail at Olympic regattas in 11 events. Each boat is of a different size and shape, and highlights certain professional sailing skills. Some boats, like the Star, have been featured at the Olympics for many years, while others, like the Laser Radial, will make their debut in 2008. Learn more about the experience that each of these boats provides.
There are nine different boats that sail in the Olympics. Contested in a fleet racing format, boats of the same class race around the same course over a series of days, with a final regatta race on the last day of competition.
