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Three Souls Aboard
The 44-ft Lafitte 'Ocean Bound' has been reported missing after departing Mazatlán for San Diego two weeks ago.
Delta Doo Dah News
It's a vacation in your own backyard. It's offshore cruising practice. It's sunny and warm, and close to the Central Bay.
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Weekend Boat Show Fun
Sailors came out in the warm air and sunshine to enjoy two days of fun at the second annual Svendsen's Spring Fling boat show.
DIY Boat Repairs
The Resourceful Sailor needed to replace the waterproof seal on the removable cockpit engine hatch of his Pacific Seacraft Flicka 20, 'Sampaguita.'
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Doublehanded Offshore and Dinghies
Two doublehanded race events on the 2023 St. Francis Yacht Club calendar will add to the spectrum of racing opportunities on the Bay.
From the Magazine
When Stephen Wolf called our office and described a sailing adventure aboard his Trimaran 'No Name' in the '70s, we wanted to hear more.
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SailGP returns to San Francisco for the Season 3 Grand Final, May 6-7, 2023!
Sustainability in Sailing
Many companies are working to produce 'green' power technology. Here are some innovations that can eventually transfer into powering sailboats.
What Do You Mean?
When Latitude editor John Riise compiled a list of 'salty phrases' he did such a good job that we've had to publish his list over three different postings.
Rudderless
We are sorry to report that the Pacific Puddle Jump rally vessel Lucky Dog lost its rudder Wednesday, which ultimately led to the crew’s decision to abandon ship yesterday.
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Keeping Track of Cruisers
Curious as to what the folks who did the 2018 Ha-Ha are up to, Ha-Ha Poobah Richard Spindler emailed them. Here are some of the responses received.
Sailors' Stories
Cooper has been sailing since he was a child and is in his second season on the US SailGP team.
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See You There
Last year's Spring Fling was such a success that this year it has expanded to cover two days of boating information and advice, special deals and fun.
Heading to Sea
Bay Area sailor and delivery skipper Larry Haynie has chucked it all and bought a boat in Europe to sail the Med, to who knows where.
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Winter Dinghy Destination
A glimpse of winter dinghy racing south of the border.
World Famous L38
We want to know what happened in the following photo frames …
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Some Things Really Are Black and White
The first San Francisco Cup was held back in 1967 and the most recent edition on the weekend of March 25-26.
Under the Weather
The 75th Brisbane to Gladstone Race started on Good Friday (AEST) with a weather forecast for northerly winds and possible severe thunderstorms — both of which occurred.
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The Cup Runneth Over With Water
With winter snow and rain the lakes are full and the racing season is set to begin on Folsom Lake, near the cities of Folsom, El Dorado Hills, and Roseville.
Around 50 people practiced on a range of scenarios that might be encountered while sailing offshore.
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Race with a friend, from the San Francisco City Front around the Lightship Buoy, and be back in time for dinner!
See You There
Next weekend is the annual Spring Fling Show at Svendsen's Marine in Alameda, and throughout the day, we're hosting the 'Latitude 38' Spring Crew List Party at our booth!
Never Say Never
Despite a mid-race mast repair just days into the start, Team Malizia took the winner's podium at the end of The Ocean Race Leg 3.
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A Question for the Nation
As we approach 'Sally's 100th birthday in 2027, I am trying to compile as much of her history as possible, and I need the 'Latitude Nation's help.
Sailors' Stories
PJ Landreese and Ryan Foland are “boat relatives,” as Ryan’s 1977 Cal 34 'Bingo' was PJ’s 'Starpath' in a previous life.
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SailGP returns to San Francisco for the Season 3 Grand Final, May 6-7, 2023!
Different Strokes
The 'American Jazz' cruise ship shows you can cruise almost anything up the California Delta.
A Happy Ending
A six-month-old dog stolen from a boat during an armed robbery in Panama has been found and rescued by Panama authorities.
It Just Gets Bigger
SailGP, which is coming to San Francisco for the 22/23 season Grand Prix Championship on May 6–7, has just announced adding Los Angeles to its next season.
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Ready to Sail?
Most Bay Area Beer Can Series get underway this week or have already started. Sign up and get your sails up.
Caribbean
Baja Ha-Ha alumni turn up in all corners of the world, as Poobah Richard Spindler discovered while visiting St. Barth.
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sailing photos
Despite all the wet and wild weather March threw at the West Coast, our community still managed to get out and get their sails up.
The Beauty of Sailing
Happy Monday, readers! We're starting the week off by sharing some of Mexico's natural beauty.
The Latest from NHC
The National Hurricane Center has announced changes to its Eastern North Pacific offshore forecast zones and web interface.
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The Perfect Event for April 1
Occupying a unique spot in the Southern Hemisphere, New Zealand has the resources for a proper inverted start.
Hot Off the Press
This issue contains many great stories, including the full story of S/V Raindancer, which sank in the Pacific after colliding with a whale.
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The Bay Area Waterfront
As a means to eliminate several ongoing problems requiring high-level community compromise, a group of East Bay city governments has indicated that they're open to "filling" or effectively paving over the bustling waterway bisecting Alameda and Oakland.
A Big Race Season Ahead
StFYC continues to move forward with new race director Felix Weidling and the implementation of the ORC rating rule.
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Unexpected Visitors
A US-flagged sailboat was boarded at gunpoint at 2000 hours off the coast of Isla del Rey near the islet of La Niña in the Las Perlas.
Sailors' Stories
Andrew is a San Francisco native who took up sailing over 20 years ago, and over the last 15 years has sailed his Islander 36 'Geja' all over the Mediterranean.
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We're hiring: Club Manager, Sausalito; Membership Sales, Alameda; Sailing and Powerboat Instructors.
Solo Sailors
11th Hour Racing has announced sailor and environmental activist Captain Liz Clark as its new ambassador.
How Swiftly Time and Race Boats Fly…
Northern California Regattas; Planning Ahead; the Ocean; Southern California Regattas; More…
Notice to Mariners
Port of San Francisco’s Pier 52 Corinne Woods Public Boat Launch is temporarily closed due to storm damage.
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The annual Berkeley Yacht Club Swap Meet is on again, Saturday, April 1, 2023 from 6 a.m. through the afternoon. Reserve a space: [email protected] or 510-543-9292.
It Ain't Over Yet
Are we there yet? It looks and feels like spring this morning, but tomorrow's storm looks like another windy, winter offering.
Getting Spring Sailing Ready
Traditional sailing vessel owners and enthusiasts enjoyed a Spring Fling potluck while discussing the 2023 sailing season and a much-anticipated race and party.
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Spring cruising sailboat auction is underway. Hull, mechanical, engine surveys and more. Inspect in person, bid online.
Sunny Southern Suds and Sailing
As Beer Can Racing cools off south of the border, it starts to heat up north of the border. Some scenes from down south remind us of what's ahead for locals who sign up now.
DIY Boat Modifications
The Resourceful Sailor explores how to add an additional propane tank to his 1985 Pacific Seacraft Flicka 20 'Sampaguita.'
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Yacht donations are vitally important to supporting our students and programs. More info: cmafyachtdonation.org.
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