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Learning Together
Last weekend's annual Women’s Sailing Seminar was held in classic Bay Area, fall weather. In other words, perfect conditions.
Lucky in Latitudes
Neal Doten and Davis Sitzer have each found a Golden Ticket in their October issue of 'Latitude 38' — a classic case of "independent random events."
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Discover San Francisco Bay and all that inspires those of us who live or visit here.
Yacht Racing 1980s-Style
October 1-3 was an '80s retro weekend with big hair, shoulder pads, corduroy OP shorts and the Express 37 Nationals.
DESIGNING FAST BOATS HAPPY AT ANY SPEED
Ron Holland has designed some of the world's most successful race boats, but is just as happy to be out weekend sailing with friends.
Autumn Blows into the Pacific Northwest
In the Northwest, the middle of October signifies the coming of fall, which usually entails bigger breezes and rapidly changing weather.
Tune In to Sailing
Hear Joseph Mouzon talk about how to best enjoy the outdoors, leadership skills to apply to life, why it’s beneficial to try something new, and his “welcome to sailing” moment on a Sunfish in Barbados.
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A History of Sailing in the Bay
Although the SFYC's very first location was in Sausalito, where the Trident restaurant now stands, Ron was committed to locating the original clubhouse in San Francisco.
SAILS AND BIRDS
Many big-boat sailors have small-boat memories, and sometimes need to keep both in their sailing life.
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The November-issue 'Classy Classifieds' deadline is October 15, at 5 p.m.
Look Up!
The US Navy's Blue Angels and a variety of aircraft blazed across the sky over San Francisco Bay for the 2021 Fleet Week Air Show.
What Say You?
Get amongst it!
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Washing, waxing, varnishing. “Everything looks great! It was a huge relief."
Spanish Flying Lessons
It was a “Zap,” “Pow” and “Kabam” weekend in Cádiz, Andalusia, Spain, as SailGP’s flying foiling circus delivered action in spades.
A Maritime History Lesson
Columbus Day reminded us of the time Max Ebb and Lee Helm tried to educate each other about the veracity of the explorer's claims to nautical fame.
Don't Touch the Slick
The oil is classified as a hazardous substance and can cause a variety of symptoms, including skin irritation.
SUNBAKED SAILING IN SOCAL
Ben Shaw's podcast takes us south to summers sailing off Catalina Island with Ryan Foland.
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Watching the Weather
While we had front-row seats for the light show, we never got hit.
Orcas, Wrecks and a Tempest
Leg 1 of the Mini Transat has been a wild one, with boats dismasted, wrecked onto the rocks, struck by angry orcas, and putting in to port to avoid a storm.
Girls On the Water
Although this year's sign-ups are not quite at pre-pandemic levels, the number of participants has exceeded the organizer's expectations.
The Air Show Is Back!
It's Fleet Week! The USCG has issued notices of regulated areas for the weekend's air show and Parade of Ships.
The Sounds of Sailing
Hear Nicki Bennett read why Marine Surveyor and U.S. Coast Guard Veteran Mike Pyzel's describes the Channel Islands as "all you could ever ask for in a cruising area."
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Keeping In Touch Over the Decades
How many cruisers are still sending a message in a bottle?
Mark Zuckerberg Shares Sailing Video
When he needs to clear his head and take a break from life ashore, Mark Zuckerberg, like sailors everywhere, goes sailing.
August's Eye Candy
Didn't think we'd forgotten about September's Sailagram, did you?
New Life In the Bay
Lauren Moody took this clip of a baby great white shark, swimming around Travis Marina, from her 1978 Islander Freeport 36, 'Intrepid.'
Environmental Catastrophe
Luckily it's not often, but once again toxic waste, this time in the form of oil, is despoiling Southern California beaches, wetlands and waters.
Impressive California 505 Performance
Mike Martin and Adam Lowry led a strong contingent of West Coast 5O5 sailors to bring home the trophy from the North Americans.
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When Life Gives You Adventure
"Being alone for that long, on a small boat, and not having anywhere to go; just having the waves and no way to go home seemed pretty miserable."
To the River We Must Go
Just when we thought we'd seen the the last of the sailboats, suddenly there were more.
Falling for the Newest Edition
Join us for October's 'Latitude 38' in which sailors adjust their sails, whether because of the weather, or due to unforeseeable circumstances.
On the Inside Looking Out
Saildrone's USV has been capturing footage from inside the eye of Hurricane Sam, currently situated off the USA's East Coast.
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Washing, waxing, varnishing. “Everything looks great! It was a huge relief."
Local Sailing Gems
If you're looking for new places to visit, and you've never been to this corner of California, check it out.
Prepare to Cast Off for Mexico
Downwind Marine on Cañon Street near Shelter Island in San Diego will help cruisers prepare to cast off for Mexico with a series of educational seminars.
THE CREW LIST HELPS SAILORS CONNECT
We often hear that racing is struggling because nobody can find crew, but the RBBS is a testament to the fact that if you look, you can find them.
Sailing for Your Ears
This week's podcast covers everything from boat school to beautiful islands, and in between the conversation turns to Moby Dick, and even Captain Ron!
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Sailing their way to the top
Noelle Brewin and Laura Levy met in 2018, while crewing aboard the same boat during South Beach Yacht Club's Friday night racing.
Yacht Racing Preview
Skippers will converge on San Diego Yacht Club from all over the globe for the Masters Regatta.
Racing to Reach Home Before Midnight
An 8 a.m. gray start couldn't obscure the satisfaction that comes from the challenge.
Getting Ready for the Rally
Ha-Ha sailors who are finding it hard to wait for the official start. There are already seven Ha-Ha boats in Ensenada with more expected soon.
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Washing, waxing, varnishing. “Everything looks great! It was a huge relief."
Was Lost But Now Is Found
Yesterday we received the good news that Jim Considine's stolen boat had been found, intact, at the Pier 39 Marina, in San Francisco.
One American in Euro Fleet
Mini Mania began today in Europe. The Mini Transat EuroChef started off of Les Sables-d’Olonne in France.
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Covering everything from ASA Certifications and international flotillas, to small boat adventures.
Will it be 'October all Over' This Year?
While Sam doesn't appear to be in any great hurry at the moment, its projected path could see the weather system crossing the Leeward Islands next week.
Without a beach you can keep on surfing
Wing sailing is only expanding the menu of options for people who are 'sailing' the Bay.
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Chartering on the East Coast
My expectations were exceeded when I booked 'Winona,' a 2019 Jeanneau 419, for seven nights at an excellent price. Quahogs, oysters and lobstah rolls, here we come!
Happy Snaps
We have stacks more photos, but not enough time or space to share them all here.
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