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The Resourceful Sailor Series
In January this year we published, Tales From the Northwest Passage: Arctic ‘Bricolage.’ Written by the Resourceful Sailor, Joshua Wheeler the story featured a few ways the crew of Breskell, a 51’ wooden sloop, 'made do' while transiting the Northwest Passage in 2019. Here he offers a few more examples of bricolage on boats, and on land.
What Is That Thing?
While Elon Musk has been busy launching objects into space, it appears other beings have seen the activity and sent explorers to earth to discover the source.
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Where Do You Go In a Pandemic
Combined with impending responsibilities back in the States, it felt like the prudent decision was to get north, away from electrical storms and torrential downpours — and to eventually repatriate.
The Working Waterfront
The Bay Area's saltiest city has been discussing its blueprint for future growth, which has included debate over the Marinship, Sausalito's working waterfront.
HIstoric Yacht Back on the Water
The moment had been five years in the making. Viveka arrived at Rutherford’s Boat Shop in Richmond in 2015 for a full restoration. But the owner ran out of money and the project was stalled.
Sailors Down South
It had been seven months, and naturally, we were a bit apprehensive. I'm happy to say we were pleasantly surprised!
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Limping Home For Repairs
Philippe Jamotte is returning to San Francisco Bay, 16 days after departing on his planned 200-day around the world voyage.
Annual Festival Online
The 7th annual Visions of the Wild festival goes virtual with a series of free monthly online events through its project 38°N.
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We are very excited to announce that we have completed our dock replacement project for A through G dock at Brickyard Cove Marina, and now have openings in most sizes.
Bay Area Youth Gain Maritime Skills
Spaulding Marine Center (SMC) in Sausalito is planning a new marine vocational training program aimed at preparing young people for a career in the maritime trades.
Pottering About on the Bay
While many would likely consider a Capri 26 to be a small boat for a two-week cruise, it seemed a veritable palace when compared to Phil's Potter 19 or Dan's Montgomery 15!
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Birthday with a Difference
When I looked up at the Golden Gate Bridge I fantasized about what it must feel like to sail out to sea with only ocean on the horizon and water miles deep below me.
America's Cupdate
American Magic, the one viable US Challenger for America's Cup 36, splashed Patriot, their second AC75 on Friday morning.
Race and Party Like It's 2019
The 37th annual Fiji Regatta Week at Musket Cove has just drawn to a close in western Fiji. Boats and sailors from the Bay Area and West Coast left their mark on the regatta.
Sailing Drones Strut Their Stuff
The US Coast Guard Research and Development Center (RDC) has announced that it will begin testing and evaluating the use of unmanned surface vehicles off the south shore of Oahu.
A Classy Classifieds Success Story
Boats such as Bob Gray's Ranger 33 Coquelicot are selling quickly in the Latitude 38 Classifieds.
Keeping Track of Friends
The Baja Ha-Ha celebrates cruising everywhere in Mexico — as well as Ha-Ha veterans who have cruised Mexico and far beyond.
Beer Cans Continue in Richmond
The days are getting shorter, but that isn't stopping Richmond Yacht Club from running their Wednesday night beer can series for an extra month.
Last Call for Classy Ads
Winter is coming and still no sign of the boat market letting up. There has never been a better time to sell a boat through Latitude's Classy Classifieds.
Cityfront Regatta
Folkboats have been racing on the Bay since 1958. This weekend, they revived a singlehanded regatta the class has not held for a decade.
Single Handing South
After cruising in this year's Delta Doo Dah aboard her Cal 2-27 Dura Mater, Jackie embarked upon a solo sail from Richmond Yacht Club to the Channel Islands.
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Discarding Old Signal Devices
Alameda County is running a one-day flare collection event this coming Sunday, October 18 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m..
What the Weather Brings
It was so windy that it redefined my concept of what windy was. There were days that normally docile windsurfing spots in the East Bay were blown white with foam and heaving with huge, breaking wind swell.
The Little Boat is Back
Wil departed the Bay on September 27 and had made it about 200 miles out (due in part to no wind the first two days) before the damage occurred.
Caption Contest (!)
Hopefully this hasn't happened to you. Add your best comment for October's Caption Contest (!).
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Delta Doo Dah Dozen
A remarkable 92 boats signed up for 2020's Delta Doo Dah Dozen, so when we put out the call for stories and photos to run in the October issue of Latitude 38…
Changabang's Adventure Continues
For Philippe Jamotte the initial high was setting off on October 1, on the adventure of a lifetime — to sail singlehanded around the world as the clouds, fog and smoke of San Francisco Bay gave way for an ideal departure.
Still Sailing South
Life here is extremely manageable, if somewhat modified. The people continue to be friendly, welcoming, and grateful for our support.
Racing for Cruisers
Back for its 37th running, the annual Fiji Regatta Week at Musket Cove will kick off on Friday in western Fiji. Like almost every sailing event of 2020, the fate of this year’s regatta was uncertain until…
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Historical Ships Join Virtual Event
Join the week of virtual experiences surrounding several of the country's historic vessels, culminating in Saturday's 'Tall Ship Throwdown Competition.'
Ocean Rage
Around 33 vessels have reported being 'attacked' by orcas since late July. Is it revenge, hunger, stress, or are they just reacting to 2020?
Little Boat Turns Around
Wil Spaul is headed back to the Bay. The intrepid 70-year-old sailor who is attempting to sail the smallest boat ever to Hawaii — Chubby Girl is only 9 feet long — knew it was going to be a long, rough ride when he left a week ago.
Clipper Race Sailor Joins Latitude
Latitude's newest driver, Mike Holmes, lives in Richmond, right where the deliveries were needed. As it turns out, Mike wrote our June feature story about his about his sailing adventures in this year's Clipper Race.
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We are very excited to announce that we have completed our dock replacement project for A through G dock at Brickyard Cove Marina, and now have openings in most sizes.
What's In a Name?
We asked readers to send us their boat names along with a photo — an exercise that turned up these unique (to us) names that we're now sharing with you.
Buying and Selling Boats
It's unfortunate, but a fact — there are unscrupulous people who try to take advantage of others through selling or buying a boat. Recently we received a newsletter from BoatUS with some tips on how to avoid boat scams.
A grand adventure begins
In his quest to sail around the world, Philippe Jamotte planned to leave San Francisco Bay in early October. He left on October 1, right on schedule.
Pumpkins Full Moons and Your Favorite Magazine
October has arrived, and it's an exciting month! Why? The 520th edition of 'Latitude 38' magazine is on the streets, or on its way to your letter box.
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Delta Doo Dah Dozen
Max Perez, solo sailing the Pearson 303 Olive in the Delta Doo Dah Dozen cruising rally in early August, filed this report.
What's Going on in Santa Barbara?
Storing and launching beach cats in Santa Barbara.
Bay Area Clean Up Mission
In two hours the crew amassed a truck-load of plastic wrappers, water bottles, Styrofoam containers, discarded metal pieces, fishing line and cigarette butts.
Looking Back
How can cruising Mexico possibly have any side effects? You'd be surprised, though they are far from bad.
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Surfing online and offshore
What to do when you’re not sailing on the ocean or organizing the Pacific Cup for other people to enjoy? For offshore racer Michael Moradzadeh, the answer is to help build a new website for the Cruising Club of America.
Fall Racing Preview
As detailed in Monday's 'Lectronic, the YRA and Vallejo Yacht Club canceled the 2020 Great Vallejo Race. But that doesn't mean there's no racing. Au contraire!
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