All classic boats that race in the top Mediterranean regattas know the CIM, the Comite International de la Mediterranée, which lays down the rules for the boats that race in its regattas. Dealing with not just dimensions but also materials, heritage and history, rulings can inevitably be controversial and passionately discussed and debated, but if a team wishes to race in the regattas the CIM oversees, it must abide by the CIM decisions.
Many owners enjoy racing their yachts with friends and family, to celebrate their longevity, innovation and beauty, and consider themselves stewards of these treasures that will later be handed on
