Zim Sailing, based in Bristol, Rhode Island, manufactures sailboats available in North America and is also a leading distributor for several other brands of sailboats.
The United States Sailing Association, better known as US Sailing, is the governing body for the sport of sailing in the United States, particularly yacht, dinghy, windsurfing, and radio sailing racing. US Sailing is a "Member National Authority" of the International Sailing Federation (ISAF).[1] US Sailing is responsible for selection and training of the US Sailing Team representing the United States in the Olympic Games.