Archive for November 2023
Spade Rudders and the Gibraltar Orcas
The Gibraltar orcas have done it again — boat sunk off the coast of Morocco.
A Sorcerer’s Apprentice — ‘Merlin’s Transpac Return
Persistence pays off for Fernando Rosero when he takes the helm of his dream boat, 'Merlin.'
Santa Barbara Considers Closing Part of its Anchorage
A few weeks ago, 'Latitude 38' received a letter expressing concern about Santa Barbara's plan to reduce or completely close part of the city's free anchorages along its beachfront over concern for underwater infrastructure.
Quality Yachts With Premium Service From Swiftsure Yachts
Swiftsure Yachts offers exceptional service, quality brokerage boats and new yachts for world cruising.
Entries Open to Win the 2023 Wosser Trophies
Calling all racers. It's time to submit your entries for the 2023 Wosser Trophies. Whether you've won a single race or not, these are still within your grasp.
Good Jibes #115: Ronnie Simpson on Sailing Around the World
Tune in as Nicki Bennett and Ronnie Simpson chat about the Global Solo Challenge and the transformative power of sailing.
Captain Found Guilty in 2019 ‘Conception’ Fire
Captain Jerry Boylan of Santa Barbara has been found guilty of negligence over his handling of the fire aboard the dive boat 'Conception' that killed 34 people in 2019.
Give the Gift of Latitude
Gift-shopping is easy this way!
La Paz Is Cleaning Up Nicely After Hurricane Norma
Petaluma sailors Rich and Laura Brazil have just flown to La Paz, anxious about their 1987 Nauticat 43 'Tally Ho' that was in port during the recent hurricane.
San Francisco on the Bay: “Trail Guide”
Discover San Francisco Bay and all that inspires those of us who live or visit here.
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