Posts by Andy Turpin
SoCal Ta-Ta Entries Almost Maxed Out
Sunny skies, a gentle breeze and cruising in the company of like-minded adventurers. . . What could be better? There’s still time to join the fun on this year’s Ta-Ta rally. More »
Neil Farley’s Favorite Cap
Some guys would be shy about wearing a pink Latitude cap. But Neil is obviously secure in his masculinity. He’s seen here aboard Attitude, fishing on Chesterfield Reef.
Attitude
©2015Latitude 38 Media, LLC We hate to generalize, but it’s probably safe to say that a majority of women love to shop for clothes and accessories, and wouldn’t be caught dead wearing the same outfit or single item of clothing two days in a row. More »
©2015Latitude 38 Media, LLC We hate to generalize, but it’s probably safe to say that a majority of women love to shop for clothes and accessories, and wouldn’t be caught dead wearing the same outfit or single item of clothing two days in a row. More »
Maserati Sets New SF-Shanghai Benchmark
No matter what route you take, it’s a very long sail from San Francisco to Shanghai. Seen here crossing the finish line, Giovanni Soldini and his international crew were obviously thrilled to make landfall. More »
Cape Horn, Again, and Beyond
Ocean adventurers Jeff and Debbie Hartjoy fitted out for the Baja Ha-Ha costume party in 2006.
Sailor’s Run
©Latitude 38 Media, LLC When most sailors see age 70 looming over the horizon, they tend to dial back their risky behavior. More »
©Latitude 38 Media, LLC When most sailors see age 70 looming over the horizon, they tend to dial back their risky behavior. More »
The Fastest Sailboat Ever
Long, sleek and sexy, Sprindrift 2 is one mean sailing machine.
© 2015 Spindrift Racing
The fastest sailboat that has ever sailed the oceans has just become faster, at least in theory. More »
Hank Easom Biopic Debuts
Filmmaker Oleg Harencar and his production team had a brilliant idea a few years ago when they decided to make a series of short biographical films, dubbed Life on the Water. Each More »
West Coast Talent Shines at 52 Super Series
A TP52 bowman earns his pay at Valencia Sailing Week, the first of five events in the re-energized 52 Super Series.
© 2015 Pedro Martinez/Martinez Studio
As the global financial crisis wanes, top-tier international yacht racing seems to be booming, and nowhere is this positive trend more evident than in the 52 Super Series, a premier one-design event for TP52s, composed of five regattas in the Med between May and September. More »
Maserati Dodges Garbage on Shanghai Run
While hundreds of miles offshore, the Maserati crew were stunned by how much floating garbage they encountered. This shot was apparently taken by a crew member.
Maserati
©Latitude 38 Media, LLC Normally, one of the rewards of offshore sailing is the opportunity to savor the natural world around you, unspoiled by the influences of man. More »
©Latitude 38 Media, LLC Normally, one of the rewards of offshore sailing is the opportunity to savor the natural world around you, unspoiled by the influences of man. More »
Education Mixed With Family Fun
Future Coasties? Possibly. For kids and adults alike, spending time with search and rescue crews is both impressive and inspiring.
© Lynn Ringseis
Since we’re always looking for a reason to visit Sausalito, the idea of touring the Coast Guard Motor Lifeboat Station Golden Gate during their annual Safe Boating Expo seemed an excellent way to spend last Saturday morning. More »
Classified Deadline Friday, 5PM
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