Archive for December 2022
A Question About Spinnakers, Symmetry and Ratings
Here's a question for those of you who are fluent in the language of the PHRF.
The Resurrection of ‘Rosebud’
This is the story of 'Rosebud,' a Santa Cruz 52 commissioned by Roger and Isobel Sturgeon in December 1997. It nabbed the cover of the October 1999 'Latitude 38' and led to the build of two other great 'Rosebud's.
The Trouble With Sailing the Forbidden Path
Forbidden zones usually exist for a reason, and it behooves us as sailors to be aware of not only those zones, but also the reasons behind them.
Give Your Boat Some Holiday Cheer With KKMI
The Bay Area's headquarters for bottom painting, fiberglass repair and holiday cheer.
Emirates Team New Zealand Sets New Land-Speed Record
Emirates Team New Zealand has broken the wind-powered land-speed record set by Richard Jenkins on Ivanpah Lake in California's Mojave Desert in 2009.
Precision Control From Navtec Hydraulics
Navtec Hydraulic systems are built for boats like yours.
Read of the Week: ‘Sailing Alone Around the World’
The legacy that Joshua Slocum left behind is unparalleled in the sailing universe, in both his feat as a mariner, and his lasting prose as a writer. 'Sailing Alone Around the World' continues to inspire sailors of all stripes.
Hot Rum in San Diego
Blessed with fine fall weather, San Diego Yacht Club wrapped up the three-part Hot Rum Series on December 3.
Ryan Finn Rescued From Sinking Trimaran
Ryan Finn has been rescued from a sinking 44-ft custom trimaran in the Atlantic Ocean.
How About a New Boat for Christmas?
There's still time! Time to buy yourself a new boat for Christmas, and time to list your current boat for sale in next month's Classy Classifieds — only if you want to, of course. There's nothing wrong with having more than one!
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