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The American Waterfront
After a harrowing summer of what was dubbed a "pirate crime spree," the Oakland Estuary has undergone a significant cleanup, with more work to be done.
Heading Home
Ronnie Simpson, Cole Brauer and David Linger are a trio of Americans nearing the home stretch of the Global Solo Challenge singlehanded race around the world.
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Are You On It?
Have you ever thought about how many sailors circumnavigate the globe in their boats; who they are, what kind of boat they were on, when they sailed?
Tapped Out
Famed East Bay watering hole for sailors Quinn's Lighthouse Restaurant & Pub closes down, leaving many memories.
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Foul Weather Follow Up
'Latitude' reader Jeff Chamberlain sent us images of three boats washed ashore in Port San Luis after Sunday's stormy weather.
Sailors' Stories
Marie is a US Sailing board nember, the staff commodore of the Los Angeles Yacht Club , and founder of the nonprofit, Offshore Racing Outreach.
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White Boats
Nautor Swan builds sailboats at 64 degrees north in Jakobstad, Finland.
Congratulations
The West Coast has been well represented among this year's US Sailing awards recipients.
Small Boats
Sailing a dinghy is an amplified and more connected version of the already extraordinary feeling, where speed/planing are almost on tap. But dinghies also beckon to one's childhood.
Winter Weather
February has opened with a stormy weekend across the West Coast, causing damage to boats, docks and marinas from SF to LA.
Hawaii Bound
Elliott James and Kyle Vanderspek are gearing up for this summer's Pacific Cup aboard the Mancebo 31 'Bloom County.'
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We're Hiring
Do you have one day a month to spare and would enjoy doing hitting the docks, chatting with people along the way about sailing and boats — and getting paid for the pleasure?
Sailing Access Superstars
Two California community sailing programs are recognized for their efforts at bringing sailing to more people.
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Pacific Search
The USCG has issued a missing person/BOLO report for the Westsail 32 'Malulani' which is overdue on a passage from Long Beach, CA to Hawaii.
Hanging on the Wire
The 2024 I-14 skiff clinic was held at San Diego yacht Club last weekend with 18 sailors coming together to learn new skills.
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Time for the Timeless
US Sailing's annual Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year awards were announced at the National Sailing Programs Symposium in Savannah, GA.
racing through life
2024 is off to a racey start! Lots of winter regatta action. Catch it here as Sailagram brings the heat to an otherwise chilly month on the S.F. Bay!
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Attempted Rescue
The body of an unnamed mariner was recovered from the East Bay on Saturday and taken to Richmond Yacht Club, where first responders attempted resuscitation.
From Gashouse Cove to the World
The adventure started in Gashouse Cove and hit every part of the world — without being a planned circumnavigation.
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Launching In Redwood City
Mark Sanders' 100-year-old classic yacht 'Hurrica V' inspires a new namesake restaurant, Hurrica, on the shores of Westpoint Marina.
Racing into February
Some of the 2023-2024 midwinter series will see their finales in February.
Get Your Hands on a Copy
It's time for another new issue of 'Latitude 38,' everyone's favorite sailing magazine.
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Rolling the Dice
The Singlehanded Sailing Society's Three Bridge Fiasco never fails to disappoint. Unless you fall into a wind hole and never recover.
Celebrating Community
Volunteers have an important role in nonprofit organizations, and sometimes they're rewarded with extra recognition.
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Sailors Do It In Dinghies
When I reflect back on my life, one of the "coolest things ever" happened just 78 days ago.
From the Magazine
Why should you go through the trouble of actually anchoring your boat when there are so many other options in this day and age?
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Hitchhikers Guide to the Ocean
Local sailor Nancy Ibison describes how she managed to finally hitch a ride on a boat for the Baja Ha-Ha with the 'Latitude 38' Crew List.
Which Way Will You Go?
We see 301 boats registered for tomorrow's Three Bridge Fiasco.
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Which Do You Use?
"I’ve heard it said that you should only varnish your boat once. Right before you are going to sell it."
Has It Really Been 20 Years?
A browse through the decades of 'Latitude 38' landed us on a photo of the 140-ft-long schooner 'Northern Light,' launched in the Bay in 1927.
Island Time
Former Marina Village Yacht Harbor residents sailed south with the Baja Ha-Ha to meet with more Alameda sailors and cruisers in Mexico.
Sailors' Stories
Hear about the night Steven’s life changed forever, how he stayed alive, why singlehanders need to be good problem-solvers, and more!
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Go for the Gold
Following the announcement of US Sailing's lawsuit against AmericaOne Racing, AmericaOne issued a statement.
regular people cross the Atlantic too
A self-imposed mission for green travel led two "green" sailors to test their resolve with an Atlantic crossing.
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Playoff Prelude
Despite the forecasts the racers came out and all were rewarded with good sailing.
It's All About the Youth Sailors
The Garrett Horder Memorial Trophy seeks to recognize excellence in youth sail training and is awarded to “the member organization judged to have shown the greatest improvement in its Junior Boating Education program.”
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A Nice Way to Round Out 2023
"The 2023 Bridges Sail is in the books. I am not sure, but this could be the 12th one I have organized, and by far it was the best sailing Bridges we have ever had."
How Are We Doing?
The Inclusivity, Diversity, and Equity Task Force has released a report on its second survey on diversity and inclusion in collegiate sailing.
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From SF Bay to Paris Olympics
After a successful campaign (and recovery), California sailor Hans Henken is headed for the Paris Olympics with his skipper Ian Barrows in the 49er class.
Scam Alert
BoatUS is advising boaters with vessels that have a USCG. Certificate of Documentation to be wary of any letter arriving by US mail offering renewal.
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Olympic Headaches
Trouble continues between US Sailing and AmericaOne.
Think Small
Small, simple boats sail more often — just look at the activity in the '50s, '60s and '70s.
Bring Back the Centerfold?
Some aspects of sailing have changed dramatically, while others remain pretty much the same.
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