Competitors 18 from 2 nations Teams 2 | Venue Port of Los Angeles | |
Dates First race: August 5, 1932 (1932-08-05)
Last race: August 9, 1932 (1932-08-09) Location Port of Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, United States | ||
The 8 Metre was a sailing event on the Sailing at the 1932 Summer Olympics program in Los Angeles Harbor. Four races were scheduled plus possible tie breakers. 18 sailors, on 2 boats, from 2 nation competed.
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Course area and course configuration
The courses had been well prepared. The marks were laid by the United States Lighthouse Service in the form of large Government. Visiting yachts were kept at a safe distance from the racing boats by the US Coast Guard. Tows were arranged by the US Navy to and from Los Angeles Harbor to the race area. The 8 Metre sailed outside the breakwater.
Weather conditions
The correct historic weather data for Los Angeles during the 8 Metre races can be obtained for about US$20.- at http://weather-warehouse.com/index.html.
Other information
During the Sailing regattas at the 1932 Summer Olympics among others the following persons were competing in the 8 Metre: