Archive for January 2022
Digging It at Hood River Marina on the Columbia River Gorge
Right now, there's quite a difference in sailing conditions between San Francisco Bay and the Columbia River Gorge.
Welcome to Our First Caption Contest(!) for 2022
We're diving into 2022 with this photo for our first Caption Contest(!) of the year. Give it your best shot!
Racing Around the South Bay on a Sunny Weekend
The weekend was a busy — and rather beautiful — one for midwinter yacht racing. But beauty didn't always translate to great racing conditions.
Skippers Wanted: US Coast Guard-Licensed Captains for Charters and Private Lessons
For power & sail. Hourly rate from $50 up. Weekend and weekday work available.
Rolex Big Boat Series Embraces ORC Rating Rule
When handicap fleets line up to compete in the Rolex Big Boat Series, they will be racing under ORC rather than ORR.
Clear the Decks, Batten the Hatches! Get Storm-Ready!
In January's 'Latitude 38' Mary SwiftSwan, from Afterguard Sailing Academy in Oakland, wrote about last October's "bomb cyclone" and the loss of the Ericson 34 'Anthem.'
The Humble Albin Vega 27 Has a Storied History
We spotted an Albin Vega 27 in 'Latitude 38's 'Classy Classifieds,' reminding us of the many adventures taken aboard the relatively nondescript 27-ft sloop.
New Blackaller Buoy Ready for Action
Ron Young texted 'Latitude' to alert us to the placing of the new Blackaller buoy.
Club Nautique Is Hiring Sales and Office Staff
Club Nautique is seeking a full-time sales person in Alameda and a part-time front desk associate in Sausalito.
Why Is Sailing Like Reading Latitude 38?
As we head into what will certainly be an interesting and no doubt busy year for many, we're reminded that sailing is relaxing, both on and off the water.
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