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Solo Circumnavigation
Two West Coast sailors, Ronnie Simpson and David Linger, are preparing for the Global Solo Challenge solo race around the world, just down the dock from each other at Maine Yacht Center in Portland, ME.
Is no news good news?
It has been reported that 'Defiant's liferaft is not with the boat. This gives a glimmer of hope that Lawson is alive.
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Legendary Sailing Swag
Since the earliest days, 'Latitude 38' has been looking out for sailors’ best interests. And that's why we’ve turned our classic covers into T-shirts.
A Look Inside
August's 'Latitude 38' is just around the corner; the magazine lands tomorrow! In the meantime, here's a sneak peek at what you'll find inside.
Salty Fun for Everyone
Put an "X" on your calendar to mark these two salty-treasure days coming up in August.
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The Search Continues
Mexican authorities have determined Lawson was not aboard 'Defiant' when they investigated the upturned trimaran.
Dockside Views of S.F.'s Waterfront
Chad has spent many hours sailing and docking in various parts of the Bay. Here's his take on what's needed.
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Mexico Cruising
Before the Baja Ha-Ha XXIX registrations opened on May 9, the Poobah reached out to the fleet of 2018 to ask where they've been for the past five years.
Turning the Page
Overcoming ADHD isn't easy, but sailing and finding focus with undistracted reading time can help.
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Mexico
Donald Lawson's capsized trimaran 'Defiant' has been located off the coast of Acapulco. Authorities have so far been unable to reach the vessel.
It's All About Us
Thank you for 100 episodes of 'Good Jibes' with 'Latitude 38'! Listen in as Moe Roddy chats with the 'Latitude' crew about everything from sailing to running a magazine.
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Yacht Racing Highlights
Before we look forward to August's regatta schedule, let us just take a brief moment to mention today's deadline…
Local Racers Finish First
Several Bay Area sailors recorded wins in the 114th Race to Mackinac held in Chicago over the weekend.
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Hope for Incommunicado Sailor
Captain Donald Lawson has not been heard from for eight days. It is believed he may not have engine power or an operational wind generator.
Exploring the Depths:
Let’s dive (pun intended) into the highlights of the Long Beach Scuba Show and discover the wonders that await sailing enthusiasts in the underwater realm.
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Get Your Hands on a Copy
Max Ebb attends a recent Harbor Commission meeting to join the discussion about the Bay Area's ferry system.
Team Spain New Race Leaders
SailGP's Spanish Team, which was on the ropes last year and hanging by a thread, pulled off a shock to win the weekend and beat the unbeatable Australians in the process.
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Foiling Weekend
The second event of Season 4 of SailGP opens tomorrow in the Port of Los Angeles.
Good Altitude
How high have you sailed. Most of us sail at sea level, but many in the West sail much higher.
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He's a Winner!
"What 'about' Bob?" we hear you thinking. Bob Schulz is our newest Golden Ticket winner and has earned himself a fun new 'Latitude 38' T-shirt!
Tumultuous Pacific
In light of an unusually high number of life-threatening incidents in the Pacific this year, Andy Turpin wrote to 'Latitude 38' with some comments.
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A Fortunate Find
An Australian sailor and his dog have been rescued by a Mexican fishing boat after being found adrift in the Pacific Ocean.
Sailors' Stories
John Arndt and Nicki Bennett are joined by the 'Westerly' crew, from Hawaii, right after winning the 2023 Transpacific Yacht Race!
Open Space on the Bay Area Waterfront
The new India Basin Waterfront Park will be up to 22 acres and include a new boathouse, a recreational dock for fishing and kayaking, a bikeway and two public piers — amenities that will open next year, according to the 'The Standard;' the rest of the park will be finished in 2026.
How on Earth?
While the photo looks disastrous, the reports were that no one was hurt. Once that fact was established, the speculations were rife.
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Blown Away
Boats that finished racing to Hawaii are heading north to get home and avoid Tropical Storm Calvin.
Another Rescue at Sea
A 22-year-old sailor was on a circumnavigation of Australia, when his boat was damaged and he sustained injuries, causing him to initiate a rescue from the Southern Ocean.
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Local Cruising
Do you ever wonder how it feels to spend a season in the Delta? 'Watchfire' and her crew spent a few months sailing and exploring this local water-playground,
DIY Boat Modifications
The Resourceful Sailor is back from his most recent sailing adventures and shares his experience in repairing an old Navico Tillerpilot.
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Well Deserved
The 2023 list of National Sailing Hall of Fame inductees includes West Coast sailors Sally Lindsay Honey, Bill Lapworth and Bob Perry, plus a Lifetime Achievement Award earned by Tim Hogan.
Weather Alert
It's hurricane season, with one of the early-season cyclones on a rare track toward Hawaii.
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Summer Destination
Sylvia Stewart Stompe and Barry Stompe enjoyed a Delta Doo Dah getaway with everything from quiet anchoring to explosive fireworks and acrobatic planes, all while meeting new sailing friends.
Do You Recognize Anyone?
It's always fun to look over old black and whites, and even more fun if you happen to spot yourself or someone you know among the many faces.
Confession and Discussion
Is it anyone's business whether someone else does or doesn't wear a lifejacket on their boat? What's the balance between encouraging safe habits and taking to the internet to reprimand people for not behaving as we'd like them to?
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From the Golden State to the Aloha State
The Singlehanded Transpacific Yacht Race started from Golden Gate Yacht Club on June 25. The 16 finishers began arriving in Hawaii on Friday evening, July 7.
Raceboat Conversations
If you missed our live chats with 'Westerly' during the Transpac last week, you can tune in here and catch all the on-deck chatter.
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Walking on Water
Are floating, horizontal elevators a solution to crossing water on foot or bicycle, and a possible alternative to bridges?
South Pacific Undersea
Life under the sea is as important to sailors as life above it.
Sailing In Pictures
Here it is, the eagerly awaited June Sailagram! Is your photo among the beautiful images shared from last month's sailing adventures?
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Following the Yellow Brick Road
We've been following the Transpac fleet down the yellow brick road to Hawaii, and with over 50% of the fleet now in, the results are becoming clear as fresh batches of Mai Tais are served.
Whoops!
An oldie, but a goodie … according to the related news reports, there were no injuries.
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But Where Is He?
In mid-March we shared a story about the 55-ft sloop 'Ishi.' A friend of the boat's captain has shared some background about the man and his vessel.
Sailing Blind
Starlink is launching a new era for sailors. Like people on shore, sailors are debating the value of advancing technology's place in our lives, and how to incorporate time in the virtual world with time in the real world.
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